Thomas Hill
Porth,Rhondda Cynon Taf
Summary
Passionate and talented writer with broad experience in content creation and review writing. I have written for numerous independent publications, from alternative music platforms to student newspapers, as well as co-hosting my radio show. I have a strong desire to develop and hone these skills, as writing and communication are my true passions. I have a varied work experience, working, and thriving, in high pressure circumstances, while my volunteering for a local charity has allowed me to give back to my community.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
18
18
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work history
Volunteer shop assistant
Tenovus Cancer Care
Porth, Rhondda Cynon Taf
06.2025 - Current
- Facilitated training sessions to enhance staff skills.
- Assisted in pricing merchandise accurately reflecting market trends.
- Had responsibility over stock, choosing what to put out on the shop floor, or send to the warehouse.
- Built up genuine relationships with repeat customers and bonded very well with my colleagues. I felt like I was contributing to, and participating in an important role in the community.
Bartender
JD Wetherspoon
Cardiff
02.2024 - 03.2025
- Created an inviting atmosphere through friendly interaction with customers.
- Adapted quickly to different situations maintaining efficiency even under the pressure of working in a city centre pub.
- Trained new staff members effectively, ensuring top-notch service standards were maintained.
- Managed stock levels efficiently, preventing shortage during peak hours.
Education
A-Levels - English Literature - A
Treorchy Comprehensive School
Treorchy, Rhondda Cynon Taf 09.2020 - 06.2022
A-Levels - History - A
Treorchy Comprehensive School
Treorchy, Rhondda Cynon Taf 09.2020 - 06.2022
A-Levels - Economics - B
Treorchy Comprehensive School
Treorchy, Rhondda Cynon Taf 09.2020 - 06.2022
A-Levels - Welsh Baccalaureate - B
Treorchy Comprehensive School
Treorchy, Rhondda Cynon Taf 09.2020 - 06.2022
GCSEs - English Literature - A*
Treorchy Comprehensive School
Treorchy, Rhondda Cynon Taf 09.2017 - 06.2020
GCSEs - English Language - A*
Treorchy Comprehensive School
Treorchy, Rhondda Cynon Taf 09.2017 - 06.2020
GCSEs - Mathematics Numeracy - A
Treorchy Comprehensive School
Treorchy, Rhondda Cynon Taf 09.2017 - 06.2020
GCSEs - Mathematics - B
Treorchy Comprehensive School
Treorchy, Rhondda Cynon Taf 09.2017 - 06.2020
Skills
- Broad review writing experience
- Radio hosting experience
- Interviewing techniques
- WordPress proficiency
- Digital literacy
- SEO understanding
- Intense desire to learn and develop my skills
- Fantastic ability to work under pressure
- Strong teamwork and communication skills
- Creativity
- Ethical awareness and integrity
Relevant Experience
Writer for:
- Joyzine
- The Indiependent
- Louder Than War
Photography Experience:
- Joyzine
Radio Hosting Experience:
- Xpress Radio
Certification
Harvard University Online Certificate - Rhetoric: The Art of Persuasive Writing and Public Speaking
Microsoft Office Specialist - Excel Associate
Holocaust Educational Trust - Ambassador
Accomplishments
Holocaust Educational Trust - Ambassador
Affiliations
- I am currently working on creating my own zine about music, film and culture. I want to be able to communicate my ideas across all mediums.
Languages
Welsh
Intermediate
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Volunteer shop assistant
Tenovus Cancer Care
06.2025 - Current
Bartender
JD Wetherspoon
02.2024 - 03.2025
A-Levels - English Literature - A
Treorchy Comprehensive School
09.2020 - 06.2022
A-Levels - History - A
Treorchy Comprehensive School
09.2020 - 06.2022
A-Levels - Economics - B
Treorchy Comprehensive School
09.2020 - 06.2022
A-Levels - Welsh Baccalaureate - B
Treorchy Comprehensive School
09.2020 - 06.2022
GCSEs - English Literature - A*
Treorchy Comprehensive School
09.2017 - 06.2020
GCSEs - English Language - A*
Treorchy Comprehensive School
09.2017 - 06.2020
GCSEs - Mathematics Numeracy - A
Treorchy Comprehensive School
09.2017 - 06.2020
GCSEs - Mathematics - B
Treorchy Comprehensive School
09.2017 - 06.2020