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Lindsey Guy

Art & Design Teacher
Newcastle,UK

Summary

A passionate Artist-Teacher with 18+ years of experience, proficient in industry-standard software (Photoshop, Lightroom, After Effects) and experienced in leadership and curriculum development. A proven track record of establishing and leading a thriving A-Level and GCSE Photography program which consistently achieves excellent results. My entrepreneurial drive led me to found Forget Me Not Images (forgetmeknotimages.co.uk), further fueling my passion for photography and allowing me to bring fresh industry knowledge and perspectives back to my students.

Overview

20
20

Years of Teaching Experience

10
10

Years in business

Work History

Photography, Art and Design Teacher

Longbenton School
Newcastle Upon Tyne, United Kingdom
01.2007 - Current
  • Developed and implemented the GCSE and A Level Photography curriculum, consistently achieving excellent results.
  • Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
  • Managed classroom behaviour effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
  • Organised and led educational trips that complemented classroom learning.
  • Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
  • Maintained accurate records of student progress, attendance, and behavior to facilitate ongoing communication with parents about their child's educational journey.

Photographer

Self Employed
Newcastle, United Kingdom
01.2014 - Current
  • Delivered high-quality images under tight deadlines, demonstrating strong time management skills.
  • Optimized workflow efficiency by implementing photo editing software tools like Lightroom and Photoshop.
  • Created and maintain a professional photography website (www.forgetmeknotimages.co.uk)
    Utilized HTML, CSS, and CMS platforms (e.g., WordPress)
    Implemented responsive design for optimal viewing on various devices
  • Utilized SEO techniques to improve website visibility in search engine results.
    Implemented social media marketing strategies to engage with target audience
    Utilized email marketing campaigns to promote services and products
  • Created visually appealing marketing materials, including social media graphics, business cards, and promotional flyers.

Teacher of Art and Design and Drama

Hummersknott College
Darlington, United Kingdom
09.2007 - 01.2008
  • Designed curriculum materials for special education students, facilitating inclusive learning.
  • Promoted digital literacy by integrating technology into curriculum.
  • Fostered student curiosity and interest through creative hands-on activities.
  • Adapted teaching methods and materials to meet students' varying needs.

Teacher of Art and Design

Unity City Academy
Middlesbrough
09.2004 - 09.2007
  • Met with students, parents and administrators to address and resolve students' behavioral and academic issues.
  • Contribute to the College's extracurricular programme
  • Employ innovative teaching and learning strategies to meet the needs of all student abilities
  • Teach lessons that meet all pupils' specific learning needs, assess, monitor and record progress, and stay up-to-date with developments in Art and Design Education

Education

PGCE - Art and Design Teacher qualification

Northumbria University
Newcastle upon Tyne
09.2006 - 06.2007

Bachelor of Arts - Fine Art and Performing Arts

De Montfort University
Leicester
10.2001 - 06.2004

Skills

Photo editing

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Work Availability

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Affiliations

  • Proficient in Adobe Photoshop, Lightroom, Premiere and After Effects
  • 20 Years of Teaching Experience

Software

Proficient in Adobe Photoshop, Lightroom, Premiere and After Effects

Interests

Music

Timeline

Photographer

Self Employed
01.2014 - Current

Teacher of Art and Design and Drama

Hummersknott College
09.2007 - 01.2008

Photography, Art and Design Teacher

Longbenton School
01.2007 - Current

PGCE - Art and Design Teacher qualification

Northumbria University
09.2006 - 06.2007

Teacher of Art and Design

Unity City Academy
09.2004 - 09.2007

Bachelor of Arts - Fine Art and Performing Arts

De Montfort University
10.2001 - 06.2004
Lindsey GuyArt & Design Teacher