Poppy Pearce
London,United Kingdom
Summary
Hard-working and dedicated First-Class Graduate from the University of Exeter with capable Arabic and French linguistic skills and a strong interdisciplinary academic understanding of cross-cultural relations and the global challenges of today and tomorrow. I have proficient experience in press and communications for charities, NGOs, and media companies, producing high-quality written material including articles, press releases, and social media posts. Ambitious, curious, and passionate about humanitarianism.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
10
10
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Contributing Writer
Bonjour Paris (France Media Group)
Paris
2022.10 - Current
- Perform in-depth research across a variety of topics from French political history to food science, ensuring diligent fact-checking prior to publication.
- Maintain compliance with SEO best practices to ensure digital pieces are optimised for online publication.
- Write and proofread blog and social media posts, website copy and articles.
Communications Intern
Afghanistan and Central Association (ACAA)
London
2022.01 - 2022.07
- Wrote, edited, researched, and proofread press releases and articles.
- Engaged in dialogue with NGOs and MPs to raise awareness of ACAA's work.
- Arranged meetings and organised events, such as an International Women's Day event in the House of Commons.
President
Exeter Save The Children Society
Exeter
2020.09 - 2022.06
- Led campaigns, fundraisers, networking, and career events, both in-person and online
- Created a wider network with other charity societies
- Designed, produced, and managed engaging materials to post on social media.
Co-Founder
Exeter Homework Club
Exeter
2020.09 - 2022.06
- Created a project to provide additional academic support to refugee students in the Devon area
- Facilitated and delivered face-to-face workshops and safeguarding training in cross-cultural contexts withdiverse groups.
Shadow
House of Commons
London
2019.06 - 2019.07
Shadow
Citizen's Advice Bureau
Tonbridge
2018.06 - 2018.07
Health Awareness Campaigner
Teenage Mental, National HealthService, NHS
London
2017.07 - 2017.08
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Theology and Religion with Arabic
University of Exeter
Exeter 2019.09 - 2022.06
Au Pair Language Course -
France Langue
Paris, France 2022.09 - 2023.01
Arabic and Culture Programme -
The Modern Arabic Language International Center
Amman, Jordan 2021.06 - 2021.07
Religion, Conflict and Peace
Harvard University Online
Virtual 2020.03 - 2020.08
A-Levels and GCSEs -
Claremont School
Bodiam 2012.09 - 2019.07
Skills
- Exceptional communicator
- Diligent fact-checking
- Expert content writing
- Proofreading and editing
- Social media content and management
- IT Proficiency - Microsoft Office, Website Management, Canva, Photoshop
- Detail-focused
- Schedule management
- Analytical research
Interests
Travel (I have recently returned from 6 months of travel in East Africa and South East Asia), Reading, Art, Sports, Photography, Food and Cooking.
Languages
English
Native
French
Upper intermediate
Arabic
Intermediate
Timeline
Contributing Writer
Bonjour Paris (France Media Group)
2022.10 - Current
Au Pair Language Course -
France Langue
2022.09 - 2023.01
Communications Intern
Afghanistan and Central Association (ACAA)
2022.01 - 2022.07
Arabic and Culture Programme -
The Modern Arabic Language International Center
2021.06 - 2021.07
President
Exeter Save The Children Society
2020.09 - 2022.06
Co-Founder
Exeter Homework Club
2020.09 - 2022.06
Religion, Conflict and Peace
Harvard University Online
2020.03 - 2020.08
Bachelor of Arts - Theology and Religion with Arabic
University of Exeter
2019.09 - 2022.06
Shadow
House of Commons
2019.06 - 2019.07
Shadow
Citizen's Advice Bureau
2018.06 - 2018.07
Health Awareness Campaigner
Teenage Mental, National HealthService, NHS
2017.07 - 2017.08
A-Levels and GCSEs -
Claremont School
2012.09 - 2019.07