This CV template is for a school leaver who has completed their GCSE qualifications and is now studying a BTEC in Creative Film and Media. They have work experience as a bar assistant and glass collector where they gained customer service skills. Their personal statement emphasizes their motivation and hard work, as well as their interest in pursuing a career in the media sector to further develop skills. They highlight technical proficiencies and note accomplishments such as maintaining a job while studying for GCSEs.

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Ben Walmsley
15 Field Square, Highfield Park, Sunderland, SR4 0DF
077455551999 • benwalmsleyvii@gmail.com
Personal statement
I am highly motivated and hardworking individual, who is in the process of completing their GCSE
qualifications, who has achieved excellent grades in both Maths and Graphic design as well as level
4/5’s in English and science and from then proceeded to study a Media and Film BTEC where I
developed many skills and learnt about the media sector. I am seeking a career in the media sector
that will help enhance my skills further and give me a clear career path with opportunities to progress
as I gain experience, whilst also achieving further qualifications in the specific area.
I am mechanically minded, with a methodical approach to working and an eagerness to learn and
develop personal skills in a practical setting. I am able to complete tasks as an individual, but I can
also work as part of a team. I understand that some jobs are better completed as a solo project where
when working as part of a team, people’s individual skills and ideas are utilised to improve
performance.
I have worked as a bar assistant for many years now. I have gained valuable experience from this,
where I have shown that politeness and the importance of social skills when dealing with customers. I
have also learnt the importance of time-keeping and punctuality, but most importantly I understand
that hard work is rewarded and gives a good impression of an individual.
Key Skills
 Advanced problem solving and numeracy skills
 Accomplished communication skills, both written and verbal, developed through GCSE
coursework and my role working with the public.
 Ability to take the initiative and work well under pressure, ensuring strict deadlines are met, as
successfully demonstrated during both work and school. Where unless I get glasses back to
the bar and clean the bar doesn’t run at its peak, at school I have to ensure coursework is
completed on time.
 Flexibility, whilst maintaining enthusiasm and commitment to each project
 Proficiency in all areas of Microsoft Office, including Access, Excel, Word and PowerPoint
 Eagerness to take on responsibility and achieve shown by holding a job whilst studying for
GCSE’s at age 15.

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Education
Thornhill Business Academy
(2014 – 2019)
GCSEs:
 English Literature – 5
 English Language – 5
 Maths – 5
 Science combined – 4/5
 Graphic Design – 9
 French – 5
Sunderland Sixth Form
(2019 – 2021)
Creative Film and Media BTEC:
 D*D*D*
Work Experience
The Victory Club (Glass Collector)
(Aug 2017 – April 2019)
Duties included:
 Collecting and washing glasses at the bar
 Ensuring glasses are clean and returned to bar staff quickly
 Tidying and preparing pub for crowds after the match
 Building rapport with regular customers
 Gained knowledge of key health and safety standards
Life of Riley Sunderland (Bar Attendee)
(Aug 2020 – ongoing)
Duties included;
 Serving Customers
 Ensuring the bar and tables were cleaned at the end of the night
 Helping customers with queries
 Building rapport with regular customers
Hobbies & Interests
I am a huge music lover and enjoy saving my wages to buy tickets to see live music. I also collect
vinyl records and enjoy visiting record shops and finding old and interesting Vinyl. At home when

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I am relaxing I will either be listening to music or watching TV. I enjoy watching and discovering
new series on Netflix and or watching music-based documentaries.
I am also a bit of a foodie and enjoy going out for food with families and friends. It is always
exciting trying new places for the first time and I do enjoy looking for different places to try out.
Spending time with friends and family is very important to me and I value the time I get to spend
with others.
References
References are available on request.