Helen Barley

Organise local fundraising events and merchandise sales to support the RAFA Wings Appeal, ensuring all funds are processed to head office and donor records are maintained.

Support media and photography students in weekly sessions, source industry placements and build professional partnerships to increase student work experience opportunities.

Co-presented a weekly entertainment show, researched and booked guests, operated autocue and supported news programme production while mentoring international students.

Presented the mid-morning show (10:30–13:00), conducted personal research for programming and supported other presenters and public broadcasts as required.

Supported production of Emmerdale by following director and production team instructions, maintaining punctuality and working seamlessly with cast and crew on set.

Updated intranet and blogs daily, attended management meetings and wrote internal stories to improve staff communications and engagement.

Assisted radio and TV guest handling, researched and contacted guests, collected and edited vox pops and supported live paper reviews and shift coverage.

Presented evening shows, operated radio equipment and engaged with patients to collect requests; recognised with a commendation from the HBA in 2009.

Performed data entry, telephone handling, customer reception and general office duties while using Microsoft Office to support daily administrative operations.

Grade: Merit

Completed a 10-week certificated Community TV course (GIFHE) at level 3/4, awarded Merit.

Grade: Merit

Completed an HND in TV, Film and Video Media (moving image) with Merit, focusing on practical and production skills.

Completed secondary education with a range of GCSEs (grades A–D).

Grade: A Levels: D, D; AS Levels: C, B

Achieved A Levels in English Language (D) and Media (D) and AS Levels in English Language (C) and Media (B).