Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Lacrosse, Reading, Technology
Timeline
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Finlay Trasler

Environmental Hazards And Risk Masters
Finlay Trasler

Summary

Well-rounded, enthusiastic individual experienced in a variety of fields. Strong focus on clients coming first, developed at ILS Case management, as a personal carer in 5 years of service. Intense attention for detail, harnessed from coding experience as a virtual reality technician at university. Strong empathy developed as both a personal assistant, and student wellbeing representative. Known for collaborative approaches, which involve all stakeholders, as well as a results-driven mindset. A leader, who leads from the front, but actively listens to all involved. Incredibly eager to learn new things, and help businesses grow and expand.

Overview

5
years of professional experience
2
Languages

Work History

ILS Case Management

Personal Carer
01.2020 - Current

Job overview

  • Provided diligent and attentive care to help patients go about their day unaffected by their disabilities.
  • Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
  • Engaged patients in meaningful conversation, socialization, and activity while providing personal care assistance.
  • Assisted with dressing guidance, grooming, meal preparation, and medication reminders.
  • Developed strong rapport with clients and families, promoting open communication and trust.

Durham University International

Virtual Reality Technician
02.2025 - 06.2025

Job overview

  • Supported the design and facilitation of three immersive VR projects across interdisciplinary research and education. Taking over 100 students, staff, and IHRR guests into the virtual world.
  • Maintained a safe work environment by strictly adhering to established safety protocols and guidelines.
  • Performed troubleshooting and diagnosis on malfunctioning equipment.
  • Increased customer satisfaction with prompt and knowledgeable support for various technical issues.
  • Developed strong communication and instructional skills by interpreting complex research imagery and translating it into concise, accessible explanations.

Grey College, Durham University

Freshers Representative
09.2024 - 10.2024

Job overview

  • Collaborated with a team of 50 returning students to support and guide over 340 new students, both on-campus (livers-in) and off-campus (livers-out), ensuring smooth integration into university life.
  • Communicated with students to gather, provide and share updated information on what there is to offer at university.
  • Handled students complaints quickly and professionally to calm nerves and ensure a positive wellbeing.
  • Increased student satisfaction by addressing and resolving complaints in a timely manner.

Iricambi Charity

Environmental Conservationist
06.2022 - 08.2022

Job overview

  • Developed educational materials and led workshops to raise public awareness about local environmental issues and solutions.
  • Participated in policy advocacy initiatives to promote stronger environmental regulations at the local, state, and federal levels.
  • Enhanced habitat restoration efforts by implementing innovative conservation techniques and strategies.
  • Developed logistics network with Iracambi to make strides towards planting 100,000 trees a year.

Education

Durham University
County Durham

Master of Arts from Environmental Hazards And Risk
04.2001

University Overview

  • Currently on track to graduate with 72% average across the year (First Degree).
  • Team Durham Postgraduate Head of Sport Award, 2024-2025 from Team Durham for Outstanding contribution towards the lacrosse club, and for representing Wales Lacrosse.
  • Completed University-level Coursework: Equitable Disaster Recovery, Geography
  • Member of Durham University Men's Lacrosse Club, 2021 to 2025
  • Member of Grey College Mixed Lacrosse Club, 2021 to 2025
  • Midfield for Durham Men's First Team, 2022 to 2025
  • President of Durham Men's Lacrosse Club, 2023-2024
  • Vice President of Durham Men's Lacrosse Club, 2024-2025


  • Dissertation: "Beyond being Victims": Representing Resilience and Community in the US post-hurricane environment, through Podcasts from 2005-2025.

Durham University
Durham

Bachelor of Arts from Geography
04.2001

University Overview

Bachelor of Arts in Geography, Upper Second Degree Honours.


  • Dissertation: “It's not just pins on maps”: Did crisis mapping provide equal opportunities for receiving aid in response to Hurricane Harvey?

Radley College
Oxford, United Kingdom

High School Diploma
04.2001

University Overview

3 A*s in Biology, Geography, and Chemistry at A Level.

2 7s, 6 8s, and 3 9s at GCSE.

Skills

Manual Handling

Lacrosse, Reading, Technology

Lacrosse, Reading, Technology

Picked up a men's lacrosse stick for the first time, 4 years ago. In those four years, have represented my University in the National semi-finals. Have represented Wales at a competition in Summer of 2024.

Worked diligently to be at the forefront of new technologies. Take great interest in Virtual Reality, and what education can be taught through the medium.

Timeline

Virtual Reality Technician
Durham University International
02.2025 - 06.2025
Freshers Representative
Grey College, Durham University
09.2024 - 10.2024
Environmental Conservationist
Iricambi Charity
06.2022 - 08.2022
Personal Carer
ILS Case Management
01.2020 - Current
Durham University
Master of Arts from Environmental Hazards And Risk
04.2001
Durham University
Bachelor of Arts from Geography
04.2001
Radley College
High School Diploma
04.2001
Finlay TraslerEnvironmental Hazards And Risk Masters