Laila Petra - Resume
Laila Petra
New York City, NY, 10003
Summary:
Currently a student at NYU, majoring in English Literature and minoring in Film Production. Fulfilled several work experience positions. Extremely hard working, passionate and a great ability to adapt and work with others. Most importantly, I am hands-on and ready to step up to any task to get it done. I have a great range of interests including enjoying a love of literature and film, photography, social media and travelling the world.
Skills:
� Organisation / scheduling skills
� Strong communication skills
� Team player
� Creative
� Writing skills
� Fast typist
� Phone experience
� Confident speaker
� WordPress Experience
� Editing experience with Wondershare Film Pro
Experience:
Shelter Bookshop September 2014 to December 2014
� Learnt how to manage the cashier and help out customers when needed.
� Managed stocking bookshelves.
� Took initiative to find extra tasks when scheduled duties were completed.
� Used creative skills in creating window and in shop displays.�
� Promptly reported complaints to a member of the management team.�
� Communicated clearly and positively with co-workers and management.
The Star May 2015 to July 2015
� Journalism skills acquired in the work environment.
� Revised campaigns in response to feedback from the writing editors.�
� Developed creative ideas and concepts in partnership with the editor.
� Wrote unique text for�the Young Voices section, with article on religion being published
Student Internship July 2016 to August 2016
� Won Ryan Li Writing Award in my high school, giving me the chance to shadow economic and business commentator and journalist Hamish McRae, who has contributed to newspapers such as The Guardian, The Independent and the London Evening Standard.
� Experience in The News Building in London.
� Was able to oversee the process of publishing an article first hand.
� Experienced the journalism environment to a greater degree.
� Had opportunity to meet an array of inspiring writers and editors who dedicated their time into giving me a great deal of advice.�
P.S The Children June 2017 to August 2017
� Internship with P.S The Children, a non-profit organization helping to prevent and raise awareness on child sexual abuse.
� Managed spreadsheets.
� Managed telephone and contacted potential advocates.�
� Created visual storyboards and posters for awareness campaigns.
� Carried out general intern duties - photocopying, logistics, filing, coffee, etc.� Also was able to attend several child-abuse workshops to learn more about the issue.��
Women�s Weekly Magazine / Blu Inc Media June 2018 to August 2018
� Worked at Women�s Weekly magazine as an intern in the editorial department.
� Typed up all articles imported from the Australian Women�s Weekly branch.
� Transcribed audio interviews.
� Copywriting experience for the �Best & Buy� section which highlights new products from different retail brands.
� Several web articles published � articles consisted writing ranging from hotel reviews, makeup releases and film promotions.
� Conducted my own interview with well-known fashion designer for Fashion Week with an article being published.
� Video editing skills required using Wondershare Film Pro. Filmed several different videos for Women�s Weekly�s social media platforms including cooking videos and celebrity interviews.
� Helped post photo and video content on Instagram.
� Answered phones and carried out basic administrative tasks.
� Managed and scheduled product loans from different brands for upcoming articles.
� Assisted the fashion editor with pickups and deliveries.
� Assisted on set for photo shoots; organized clothing, assisted models, coffee runs, etc.
New York Short Film Festival November 2018
� Interned with the team behind the NY Short Film Festival
� Assisted in the organization of location, budgeting, programming, etc.
� Carried out basic administrative tasks such as checking in filmmakers and ushering audience members
Sofia D�Angelo - �Radio / Videotapes� Music Video April 2019
� Worked as a Production Assistant on set.
� Carried out various errands and prop runs for the production team.
� Assisted Key Grip team with handy-work and building set.
� Assisted makeup artist in prepping talent.
� Assisted art department with setting up props and dressing set.
Education and Training:
Fettes College
High School Diploma 2011- 2016
� Completed A Levels
� English - A
� Creative Writing - A
� History - A*
New York University
Bachelor of Arts: English with Film Minor 2016-2020
� Currently pursuing a Bachelor's Degree in English�
� Minoring in Film�Production
Activities and Interests:
� Contributed to the school newspaper The Hive, mainly help columns and film reviews.
� Enjoyed being a part of a number of school productions and musicals whilst also taken part in two play festivals.
� Had the chance to write and direct my own play
� Taken part in a number of reading and poetry competitions which I found helped in my public speaking and confidence.� �
� Taken part in team sports, mostly netball, hockey and tennis. Played the role of both captain and vice-captain.
� I enjoy learning new things � e.g I have taken up Italian in college.
� Started up my own film blog as an outlet for my interest and passions for the movie world.
� Great interest in photography and have pursued to self teach myself with working the camera.
� Love for social media, namely Facebook and Instagram.�
� Passion for travelling the world and I enjoy writing of my experiences within my travel diary.��
Laila Petra
New York City, NY, 10003
Summary:
Currently a student at NYU, majoring in English Literature and minoring in Film Production. Fulfilled several work experience positions. Extremely hard working, passionate and a great ability to adapt and work with others. Most importantly, I am hands-on and ready to step up to any task to get it done. I have a great range of interests including enjoying a love of literature and film, photography, social media and travelling the world.
Skills:
� Organisation / scheduling skills
� Strong communication skills
� Team player
� Creative
� Writing skills
� Fast typist
� Phone experience
� Confident speaker
� WordPress Experience
� Editing experience with Wondershare Film Pro
Experience:
Shelter Bookshop September 2014 to December 2014
� Learnt how to manage the cashier and help out customers when needed.
� Managed stocking bookshelves.
� Took initiative to find extra tasks when scheduled duties were completed.
� Used creative skills in creating window and in shop displays.�
� Promptly reported complaints to a member of the management team.�
� Communicated clearly and positively with co-workers and management.
The Star May 2015 to July 2015
� Journalism skills acquired in the work environment.
� Revised campaigns in response to feedback from the writing editors.�
� Developed creative ideas and concepts in partnership with the editor.
� Wrote unique text for�the Young Voices section, with article on religion being published
Student Internship July 2016 to August 2016
� Won Ryan Li Writing Award in my high school, giving me the chance to shadow economic and business commentator and journalist Hamish McRae, who has contributed to newspapers such as The Guardian, The Independent and the London Evening Standard.
� Experience in The News Building in London.
� Was able to oversee the process of publishing an article first hand.
� Experienced the journalism environment to a greater degree.
� Had opportunity to meet an array of inspiring writers and editors who dedicated their time into giving me a great deal of advice.�
P.S The Children June 2017 to August 2017
� Internship with P.S The Children, a non-profit organization helping to prevent and raise awareness on child sexual abuse.
� Managed spreadsheets.
� Managed telephone and contacted potential advocates.�
� Created visual storyboards and posters for awareness campaigns.
� Carried out general intern duties - photocopying, logistics, filing, coffee, etc.� Also was able to attend several child-abuse workshops to learn more about the issue.��
Women�s Weekly Magazine / Blu Inc Media June 2018 to August 2018
� Worked at Women�s Weekly magazine as an intern in the editorial department.
� Typed up all articles imported from the Australian Women�s Weekly branch.
� Transcribed audio interviews.
� Copywriting experience for the �Best & Buy� section which highlights new products from different retail brands.
� Several web articles published � articles consisted writing ranging from hotel reviews, makeup releases and film promotions.
� Conducted my own interview with well-known fashion designer for Fashion Week with an article being published.
� Video editing skills required using Wondershare Film Pro. Filmed several different videos for Women�s Weekly�s social media platforms including cooking videos and celebrity interviews.
� Helped post photo and video content on Instagram.
� Answered phones and carried out basic administrative tasks.
� Managed and scheduled product loans from different brands for upcoming articles.
� Assisted the fashion editor with pickups and deliveries.
� Assisted on set for photo shoots; organized clothing, assisted models, coffee runs, etc.
New York Short Film Festival November 2018
� Interned with the team behind the NY Short Film Festival
� Assisted in the organization of location, budgeting, programming, etc.
� Carried out basic administrative tasks such as checking in filmmakers and ushering audience members
Sofia D�Angelo - �Radio / Videotapes� Music Video April 2019
� Worked as a Production Assistant on set.
� Carried out various errands and prop runs for the production team.
� Assisted Key Grip team with handy-work and building set.
� Assisted makeup artist in prepping talent.
� Assisted art department with setting up props and dressing set.
Education and Training:
Fettes College
High School Diploma 2011- 2016
� Completed A Levels
� English - A
� Creative Writing - A
� History - A*
New York University
Bachelor of Arts: English with Film Minor 2016-2020
� Currently pursuing a Bachelor's Degree in English�
� Minoring in Film�Production
Activities and Interests:
� Contributed to the school newspaper The Hive, mainly help columns and film reviews.
� Enjoyed being a part of a number of school productions and musicals whilst also taken part in two play festivals.
� Had the chance to write and direct my own play
� Taken part in a number of reading and poetry competitions which I found helped in my public speaking and confidence.� �
� Taken part in team sports, mostly netball, hockey and tennis. Played the role of both captain and vice-captain.
� I enjoy learning new things � e.g I have taken up Italian in college.
� Started up my own film blog as an outlet for my interest and passions for the movie world.
� Great interest in photography and have pursued to self teach myself with working the camera.
� Love for social media, namely Facebook and Instagram.�
� Passion for travelling the world and I enjoy writing of my experiences within my travel diary.��