Task 1a My Professional CV

Katherine Alexandra Hurley CV

D.O.B: 23/11/1985  

        

Height: 5’ 5”     

               

Hair: Dark Brown 

          

Eyes: Grey/Green 

Nationality: British

Natural Accent: Estuary English      

Voice:  Soprano 

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EDUCATION AND TRAINING

Warlingham High School                                 10 GCSE’s A-C                                       

Reigate College                                                 3 A.LEVELS                           
London School of Dramatic Art (LSDA)         Advanced Acting Diploma (with Honours)

ACTING WORK

 The Ape Theatre Company                Vicky – Pills, Thrills and Automobiles             Sept 07 – Dec 07

My first job after leaving Drama School was as a member of The Ape Theatre Company, performing in a Theatre in Education national tour based around the dangers of drugs and driving. We performed two shows a day for three months in schools, sixth forms and colleges. The aims of the sessions were to engage and involve the students in active reflection connecting with the content, while raising their own questions and valuing their interaction. The tour visited a number of establishments which developed my classroom management skills and taught me the essential skill of building rapport quickly with new groups. This post also gave me an excellent grounding in teamwork both for myself and the students. The sessions were followed by an interactive workshop with question and answer sessions which were always enjoyed by students and rounded the activities off with a focus on their ideas and concerns.

Responsibilities:

• Excellent time management and budgeting skills
• Confident, engaging, enthusiastic delivery of production and workshop
• Ability to think fast and answer questions factually and honestly
• Liaising with school contacts and teachers
• Organisation of props, costumes and technical equipment
• Looking after company vehicle 
• Ability to relate to young people
• Conveying a passion for theatre and learning in the arts

Other theatre experience Includes; 

Character                                        Production                                     Director

Juliet                                               Romeo and Juliet                              Paul Gladwin

Older                                                   Stoning Mary                             Catherine Willis

Alyssa                                                Chasing Amy                            Catherine Willis

Alice                                               Orpheus Ex Machina                        George Collie

Peter Quince                                A Midsummer Night's Dream                 David Newman

Maria                                                      Beached                                 Ronnie McCann

Theresa                                                Serving it up                            Ronnie McCann

2nd Girl / 5th Washer Woman                      Yerma                                  Adam Meggido

Agnes                                             Dancing At Lughnasa                             Ruth Carney

TV / Film Experience:

Natalie                                               Rushed Relationship                      Karmelle Burnett

Claire                                                      Karmina                               Ivan Dell Antonio

Various                                        Shaun and what’s his name                       Shaun Gayle

Work Colleague                                       Email Etiquette                                    Joe Gough

Jane                                                   The Crowd of One                               Sahra Girshjick

Pauline                                         Larry the Community Support Officer           Michael King

Naomi Walker                                       Death in production                           Ian David Diaz

Jackie                                                        Dark Rage                                       Lee Akehurst

Beauty Girl                                            Dove Commercial                     Amaniel Ghebrehiwe

EMPLOYMENT 

The Helen O’Grady Drama Academy            Drama Teacher                         (Sept ‘08 – July ‘11)

For three years I worked as a drama teacher for the Helen O’Grady Drama Academy. I began running two studios in different locations, which doubled after my first term. The role required knowledge and enthusiasm of the performing arts with the ability to manage a wide range of children and young people enabling them to express themselves confidently. By creating a stimulating, safe learning environment individuals were able to take risks while feeling supported.  

I taught nine classes a week and also acquired additional summer schools, which I planned for and promoted myself.  I advised students on drama school auditions, the industry and encouraged personal development through drama. The successful rapport and positive relationship with my students and colleagues was central to my work.  This impacted on the re-enrolments of many of my classes and was recognized by my employers.  During this time I also wrote play scripts for the groups which were endorsed by Helen O’Grady.  

Responsibilities:

• Managing studio of students aged 4 – 18years
• Gaining trust and respect from my students
• Employing behavioural and classroom management skills
• Planning and delivering fun, challenging, creative and inclusive lessons using the curriculum as a guide
• Adapting lesson plans and training methods to meet student's need and ability
• Discussing and demonstrating vocal and body expression to teach acting styles, character development
• Encouraging independent thought in improvisation
• Casting and auditioning students
• Co-ordinating rehearsals, producing and directing plays and performances
• Marketing, promoting and leading additional summer schools and workshops
• General administration and reprographics, invoicing, collecting fees and re-enrolments
• End of term evaluation and report writing
• Building relationships and liaising with parents

Woodcote High School         Teaching and Learning Assistant                   (Sept ‘09- July ‘11)

I worked at Woodcote alongside my Teaching job for Helen O’Grady. The experience of working within a school environment enabled me to become familiar with the national curriculum and how large organisations work to meet the needs of a wide variety of children.  My role focussed on supporting individuals and groups to access the curriculum through various means including drama. This involved strong communication skills as well as adaptability with the need to empathise with individual’s learning needs while interpreting the teacher’s objectives. It was a busy and buzzing environment that provided me with an understanding of school environments and young people from a diverse range of backgrounds.

Responsibilities:

• Assisting the teacher in the management of pupils in the classroom
• Helping students in their studies and all areas of the national curriculum
• Supporting students in small groups or one on one through adapted educational programs and assessing results
• Helping pupils with their learning and social development
• Physical care of disabled students
• Working with pupils on life skills such as cooking, time and general fitness
• Mentor/key worker with specific students
• Organising and maintaining books, learning materials and resources.
• Planning revision schedules and adapted learning timetables
• Planning learning activities & school trips with teachers
• Accurately updating pupil records
• Writing reports and attending meetings with local council and SENCO advisor
• Monitoring pupils performance throughout the year
• Running external and internal examinations as per the exam board specification
• Supporting less able students within examinations by acting as scribe and or reader
• Working actively and collaboratively with teachers, outside agencies, students, and parents to support the welfare and educational growth of the students

Voluntary Work: The Warehouse Theatre

I worked on and off for 4 years (2005-2009) as a front of house volunteer at 'The warehouse theatre'.

Responsibilities: 

• Meeting and greeting audience members 
• Take tickets and show latecomers to their seats
• Replenishing stock and toilet rolls
• Selling programmes and refreshments 
• Plugging upcoming productions and events
  
  

About me

In July 2011 I left the UK to pursue a lifelong dream of mine to travel. The unfamiliar and new experiences have expanded my view of the world and enriched my life in so many ways. . Juggling travel arrangements and funds have provided me with an appreciation of managing my time, planning budgets and learning new skills.

I love the theatre and attend regularly, I also enjoy reading and listening to music. Keeping fit and eating well is important to me, I adore dance and benefit from yoga and pilates sessions. My cookery skills are coming along in leaps and bounds, a few disasters always provide a good talking point. I have a good sense of humour and a keen sense of fun and feel time spent with friends and family are essential for a happy life.