1. EDUCATION
2010-2013 University of Manchester Manchester, Greater Manchester, UK
B.A. (Hons) Ancient History and Archaeology – 2.2
2003-2010 Christ’s Hospital Horsham, West Sussex, UK
A Levels: History B, Archaeology B and Philosophy C
GCSEs: Religious Studies A*, English Language A, English Literature A
Food and Nutrition A, History A, Latin A, Science AA, French B, Mathematics B and Drama B
WORK EXPERIENCE
June 2013 Intern, Future PLC Bath, Somerset, UK
 UsingGoogle software, I collected data on the internet traffic of Future’s two websites across 12 European countries.I
then compared this data to traffic rival websites received; the information was prepared in Excel and then presented to
superiors.New potential markets for growth and expansion were identified,highlighted,and recommended. This task
required me to be highly organised as well as havingexcellenttime management throughout the endeavour.
 I created a specific new databasetargeting charities for forthcoming advertisingendeavours with Future’s magazine
portfolio.Charities were researched and then spoken to on the phone to gauge interest, take details a nd createa
platformfor the company to liaisewith them in the future. Spending a lotof time on the phone required me to be
determined and organised.An excellent telephone manner was needed to engage with clients in a stylethat they were
comfortable with, and give myself a better chanceat securingties with them.
 I contributed editorially to the ‘Wish List’section in CyclingPro Magazineas well as assistingon a photo-shoot for
Mountain Bike UK magazine in the Forest of Dean.
Nov 2013 – Jan 2014 Catering Assistant, Prior Park College Bath, Somerset, UK
 Day to Day responsibilities included my sharein ensuringthat the DiningHall and Kitchens ran as efficiently a s possible
duringmealtimes and throughout the day.
 The servingof ‘match-teas’ (cake and tea/coffee) for up to 150 parents, often by myself. Maintainingan excellent,quick
service,ensuringparent satisfaction whilstbeinginteractive,friendly and polite.
 I learned to work in a stressful,fast-paced environment. Havingto be flexiblewith staff, parents and pupils mademe
more aware of my own performance making me more proactive,efficient and organised.
January 2014 Intern, The Bath Chronicle Newspaper Bath, Somerset, UK
 Based in the editorial teamworking on articles on Bath RFC and on the exhibition “Eastern Voices in the West Country”
which was on show at the Museum of East Asian Art. For the exhibition,I had to research a previously unknown topic and
be ableto quickly analysethe key information whilstworkingto a deadline.I corresponded with a wide range of people to
get the best possibleinformation for my articleas well as beinggiven a personal tour of the exhibition. For the piece on
Bath RFC, I interviewed former star Duncan Bell over the telephone which formed a key part of the short piece that I
wrote.
 Over the week, I improved my written skillsand my time management on top of gaininga fantastic experienceof working
within the newspaper industry.
July 2014 Volunteer at Shaw Trust Ltd Bath, Somerset, UK
 Over the courseof a week, I assisted with the sorting,pricingand cleaningof donated clothes and other items. I was till
trained and worked atthe front shop assistingand servingcustomers.
EXTRACURRICULAR
2012 – Present FTBPro Website Contributor
 Over the last3 years,I have written numerous articles for the website www.ftbpro.com gainingon average over 1100
reads per articlewhilstreceivingpraisefromreaders and editors alike.
2007-9 Duke of Edinburgh Awards Horsham, West Sussex, UK
 I undertook and completed my Duke of Edinburgh Bronze and Silver awards whilstI was atsecondary school.Both
awards required community service, improvement on a personal skill and a final overnightexpedition. For the bronze, I
visited a retirement community and worked on my goalkeeping both weekly for 3 months. A 2-day expedition to the Isle
of Wight culminated the Bronze award. For silver,I supervised 2nd formprep (Year 7 homework) and worked on my
batting in cricket,again both weekly for 6 months, a 3-day expedition in Snowdonia finished the award. Key skills
improved over the Bronze and Silver awards and especially during,and planning,the final expeditions include:teamwork
especially communication and listeningskills,becomingmore constructive,flexibleand reliableas well as improving
fitness,determination and work ethic.
SKILLS, SPORTS AND INTERESTS
IT Skills: Excellent knowledge of: PowerPoint (MS Office), Word (MS Office), Can type 60+ words per minute.
Skills: Teamwork, Organisation,Perseverance, Determination, Written Communication, Self-Awareness, Flexibility,Time Management.
Sports: 1st XI Cricket team, 2nd- 4th XI Football teams (both Christ’s Hospital),Dalton EllisHallsCricket1st XI (University of Manchester),
Old Blues 3rd/4th XI Men’s Football team (based in London)
Interests: Sport includingfootball,cricketand rugby as well as skiingand golf. In terms of media, key passions includefilm,television
series and documentaries. Other interests includehistory,writing,food and music.
REFERENCES
ClaireDove – Sales Director atFuture PLC Phone: 01225 442244
Gill Mead – Domestic Bursar atPrior Park College Phone: 07854 016040
Jas Dyer – Manager at Shaw Trust Ltd Phone: 07522 433967
43 stJames’ Square
Bath
Somerset
BA1 2TU
CV
James Anthony Gabriel Ward
07717 523 525
jamesagward@gmail.com
jw_67@hotmail.co.uk