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Maisy Neame

York,North Yorkshire

Summary

Motivated and socially engaged postgraduate student with hands-on experience supporting research and inclusion initiatives in higher education. Proven ability to plan and deliver workshops, collect and analyse qualitative data, and communicate complex ideas to diverse audiences. Passionate about equity, representation, and cultural understanding, with a strong academic grounding in globalisation, culture, and social justice. Currently completing a Master’s in Culture, Society & Globalisation, with a research focus on cultural representation in media. Seeking to apply analytical, communication, and project coordination skills to roles that drive social impact and inclusivity.

Overview

1
1
year of professional experience

Work History

Tour guide

Storthes Hall Park
Huddersfield, West Yorkshire
09.2022 - 06.2023
  • Delivered multiple guided tours of the student accommodation to groups of up to 15 prospective students and parents.
  • Maintained in-depth and up-to-date knowledge of accommodation types, facilities, pricing, and university services.
  • Adapted tour routes to meet the needs of diverse audiences, ensuring inclusive and accessible experiences.
  • Collected and analysed tour feedback to identify patterns and report areas for improvement to management.
  • Demonstrated strong communication and time management skills by responding to inquiries and maintaining punctual, professional conduct throughout all interactions.

Social Representative

Storthes Hall Park
Huddersfield, West Yorkshire
09.2022 - 06.2023
  • Planned and delivered a variety of student events in collaboration with fellow reps, supporting community-building across the accommodation.
  • Promoted social integration by welcoming and engaging with new students, helping them to adjust to university life.
  • Provided peer support to newcomers, signposting key services and encouraging participation in social initiatives.
  • Developed and distributed promotional materials to increase event attendance and awareness.

Research assistant

University of Huddersfield
Huddersfield, West Yorkshire
02.2022 - 06.2022

Contributed to and acknowledged in the research:

Fox, B. R., Din, R. R., Davidson, A. C., Trowler, V., Ayodeji, V., Rockey, F., & Patel-Nair, M. (2024). Towards more fluid inclusion: making geoscience undergraduate degrees a place of belonging for all. Earth Science, Systems and Society, 4(1), 10115.

  • Assisted with a project exploring barriers to participation for under-represented groups in Geoscience, focusing on inclusion and belonging in undergraduate programmes.
  • Supported delivery of workshops for 30+ participants.
  • Conducted semi-structured interviews with professionals to explore career trajectories and systematic barriers.
  • Delivered presentations and facilitated interactive sessions during a multi-day engagement programme.
  • Provided tailored guidance to students on potential career paths and relevant academic sources.
  • Built rapport with participants to encourage open dialogue and ensure the collection of high-quality qualitative data.
  • Collated and organised research data in spreadsheets to support analysis and reporting.
  • Acknowledged in the final peer-reviewed publication for research support and assistance.

Education

Master of Arts - Culture, Society & Globalisation

University of York
York
09.2024 -

Bachelor of Science - Geography

University of Huddersfield
Huddersfield
09.2021 - 07.2024

A-Levels -

Westside School
Gibraltar
09.2019 - 06.2021

GCSEs -

Westside School
Gibraltar
09.2017 - 06.2019

Skills

Research & Data Analysis

  • Qualitative and quantitative research
  • Data collection and analysis
  • Literature review and synthesis
  • Academic writing and reporting


Communication & Engagement

  • Public speaking and presentation delivery
  • Workshop planning and facilitating
  • Stakeholder engagement
  • Professional and academic networking


Project Management & Organisation

  • Event coordination
  • Time management and prioritisation
  • Team collaboration
  • Independent project execution


Equity, Diversity & Inclusion

  • Experience supporting inclusive educational initiatives
  • Understanding of systematic barriers in higher education
  • Cultural awareness and empathy-driven engagement


Technical Skills

  • Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
  • Basic dashboard and data visualisation (Excel, Google Sheets)


Languages

  • English (Native)
  • Spanish (Advanced)

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Master of Arts - Culture, Society & Globalisation

University of York
09.2024 -

Tour guide

Storthes Hall Park
09.2022 - 06.2023

Social Representative

Storthes Hall Park
09.2022 - 06.2023

Research assistant

University of Huddersfield
02.2022 - 06.2022

Bachelor of Science - Geography

University of Huddersfield
09.2021 - 07.2024

A-Levels -

Westside School
09.2019 - 06.2021

GCSEs -

Westside School
09.2017 - 06.2019
Maisy Neame