Michael Whitmore
Stoke-on-Trent,Staffordshire
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
27
27
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Family Carer
DWP
Stoke-on-Trent, Staffordshire
09.2014 - Current
- Performing household tasks such as cleaning, laundry, meal preparation, shopping, and property security.
- Spending quality time as opportunities to socialise are limited.
- Acting on their behalf, handling phone calls, bank visits, and assisting with the management of tenants who occupy their commercial property.
- Driving to medical appointments and check ups.
Freelance musician
Self Employed
Stoke-on-Trent, Staffordshire
09.2010 - 09.2019
- I wrote, recorded, and produced an album for my band. This required weekly organised writing and recording sessions.
- I coordinated with photographers and graphic designers to create promotional and press materials for the album.
- I booked and performed gigs at live venues, interacting with local booking agents and venue managers.
- On occasion, I taught guitar and music lessons to family members and fans of my band, sharing my approach to learning guitar and writing songs.
Education
Diploma of Higher Education - Music Production
Staffordshire University
Stoke-on-Trent 09.2019 - 09.2023
BTEC First Diploma - Music
Brownhills Maths & Computing College (School)
Stoke-on-Trent 09.2004 - 07.2009
Level 1 Key Skills in Application of Number - Maths
Stoke-on-Trent College (Burslem site)
Stoke-on-Trent 02.2010 - 02.2010
Diploma in Digital Applications - ICT
Brownhills Maths & Computing College (School)
Stoke-on-Trent 09.2004 - 10.2009
Extended Certificate in Digital Applications - ICT
Brownhills Maths & Computing College (School)
Stoke-on-Trent 09.2004 - 10.2009
GCSEs - English (Full Course)
Brownhills Maths & Computing College (School)
Stoke-on-Trent 09.2004 - 06.2008
Edexcel Certificate - Adult Numeracy
Brownhills Maths & Computing College (School)
Stoke-on-Trent 09.2004 - 04.2009
Skills
- Proficient in playing guitar, bass, drums, and singing vocals
- Setting up musical equipment such as amplifiers, electric and acoustic drums, microphones, and PA systems
- De-constructing songs to better understand their musical composition
- Learning parts of songs through consistent repetition
- Passion to inspire others through music or other creative means
- Administration and organisational skills, particularly in Microsoft Excel
Timeline
Diploma of Higher Education - Music Production
Staffordshire University
09.2019 - 09.2023
Family Carer
DWP
09.2014 - Current
Freelance musician
Self Employed
09.2010 - 09.2019
Level 1 Key Skills in Application of Number - Maths
Stoke-on-Trent College (Burslem site)
02.2010 - 02.2010
BTEC First Diploma - Music
Brownhills Maths & Computing College (School)
09.2004 - 07.2009
Diploma in Digital Applications - ICT
Brownhills Maths & Computing College (School)
09.2004 - 10.2009
Extended Certificate in Digital Applications - ICT
Brownhills Maths & Computing College (School)
09.2004 - 10.2009
GCSEs - English (Full Course)
Brownhills Maths & Computing College (School)
09.2004 - 06.2008
Edexcel Certificate - Adult Numeracy
Brownhills Maths & Computing College (School)
09.2004 - 04.2009
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