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JACOB WILLIAM SHEAF

Bristol

Summary


Undergraduate Music Technology student, currently on a placement year and eager to apply knowledge and gain practical experience. Accomplished and familiar working in team environments. Reputation for hard work, enthusiasm and willingness to learn new things.

Dynamic and proactive with a strong foundation in communication, creativity, and attention to detail. Demonstrates a positive attitude and resilience in challenging environments. Known for taking initiative and delivering high-quality results.

Available for an immediate start and able to commit to flexible working hours. Registered student.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience

Work History

Freelance Technician Work

All England Dance
05.2024 - Current

Sound technician for regional finals.

  • Managed audio during regional dance finals, demonstrating technical proficiency and an ability to work under pressure.
  • Completed 9 consecutive 12-hour shifts, showcasing dedication and endurance in a high-energy environment.

Theatre Technician

Penyrheol Theatre
Swansea
12.2023 - Current
  • Currently employed at Penyrheol Theatre as a sound/theatre technician
  • 2023/24 pantomime. Provided efficient set-up, operation and take-down of lights, sound and set
  • 2024 and 2025 Swansea Dance Festival. Responsibility for setup, maintenance, and operation of audio equipment

Placement Technician

PYTCH
Bristol
08.2024 - 12.2024

Tech South West - Audio Technician

  • Demonstrated precision whilst operating the evening.
  • Ensured timely and organized dismantling of gear.

Processing and Packaging Machinery Association - General/Audio Technician

  • Efficiently set up and dismantled 75 TVs and a keynote stage within one day.
  • operation of keynote stage

PI Live - General Technician

  • Efficiently set up main and second stage processes.

GPMA - General Technician

  • Setup and dismantled an awards show within a single day.

General Skills Acquired

  • In-house testing of equipment and appliances
  • Maintenance and repair of equipment
  • Vehicle maintenance and repairs
  • Routine installation of audio-visual equipment
  • Conducting sound checks, including ringing out microphones and rooms, and adjusting sound levels
  • Achieving targets with accuracy and efficiency
  • Demonstrating respect, friendliness, and a willingness to assist where needed
  • Completing tasks to ensure targets are met with precision and efficiency

Delivery Driver

Domino's
06.2023 - 09.2023
  • Completed deliveries with smile and patient, personalised service.
  • Provided excellent customer service, enhancing company reputation.
  • Accepted and organised work requests using company app.

Receptionist

Freedom Leisure
07.2021 - 09.2022
  • Provided valuable support during busy periods, contributing to successful operation under high pressure.
  • Received payments memberships and services and updated balances in computer.
  • Delivered front of house duties with warm and professional manner.
  • Represented company and promoted brand with exceptional service and presentation.
  • Applied critical thinking to analyse problems, evaluate solutions and select best decisions.

Education

BSc (Hons) - Creative Music Technology

UWE Bristol
Bristol
09.2022 -

GCSE - 8 GCSE's: A-C

Penyrheol Comprehensive
Swansea, City and County of Swansea
09.2014 - 06.2019

A-Level - Electronics: C, Music: C, Music Technology: C

Gower College
Swansea, City and County of Swansea
09.2019 - 06.2021

Skills

  • Communication
  • Creativity
  • Positive attitude
  • Attention to detail
  • Initiative taking
  • Resilience
  • Proactive

Affiliations

  • UWE Lacrosse team

Accomplishments

    Grade 6 Drummer

Personal Information

Date of birth: 05/26/03

Custom

Emma Lloyd, 07923 228919, emma.lloyd@freedom-leisure.co.uk

Timeline

Placement Technician

PYTCH
08.2024 - 12.2024

Freelance Technician Work

All England Dance
05.2024 - Current

Theatre Technician

Penyrheol Theatre
12.2023 - Current

Delivery Driver

Domino's
06.2023 - 09.2023

BSc (Hons) - Creative Music Technology

UWE Bristol
09.2022 -

Receptionist

Freedom Leisure
07.2021 - 09.2022

A-Level - Electronics: C, Music: C, Music Technology: C

Gower College
09.2019 - 06.2021

GCSE - 8 GCSE's: A-C

Penyrheol Comprehensive
09.2014 - 06.2019
JACOB WILLIAM SHEAF