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Lauren Taylor

@laurentaylor3

Social Media Manager at Willie’s Cacao, producing short-form content and advertisements for an ethical, sustainable brand.

United Kingdom

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What I'm looking for

I’m looking to apply my editing knowledge and organisational skills within an exciting environmental organisation.

At Willie’s Cacao, I planned, scheduled and produced short-form content and advertisements, while exploring the brand’s ethical sourcing and sustainable practices. I also monitored competitor content and analysed trends to inform content strategy.

I developed video ideas and series to support brand progression. My freelance work combined social media management with videography and editing.

At Invest Africa, I helped build online presence and excitement around The Africa Debate. I updated the website, tracked social media performance and coordinated information across teams.

My BA (Hons) Filmmaking at Leeds Arts University included hands-on work across student productions, including factual content and documentaries. For my graduate piece, I directed and organised a project with 30+ collaborators; I also volunteer at Vauxhall City Farm and the Wetlands Centre (WWT), supporting day-to-day site and visitor activities.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Media Sales Assistant

Snappy Snaps

Feb 2026 - Sep 2026 (7 months)

Provided excellent customer service and client-focused sales support, earning 10+ five-star ratings. Handled confidential information, updated branch performance reports, and contributed to the weekly newsletter.

Customer Service Sales Confidentiality Reporting Communication Skills

Videographer, Editor and Social Media Manager

Willie's Cacao

May 2025 - May 2026 (1 year)

Planned, scheduled, and produced 20+ short-form content pieces and advertisements to drive engagement. Monitored competitor activity, conducted trend analysis, and created video content ideas to support brand progression.

Videography Video Editing Social Media Management Content Strategy Trend Analysis Competitive Analysis

Events Intern

Invest Africa

Jun 2025 - Jul 2025 (1 month)

Liaised with 12+ speakers and organisers, boosted online presence for The Africa Debate, diarised meetings, and implemented website updates while tracking social media performance.

Event Coordination Communication Skills Social Media Website Management Organization

Front of House / Kitchen Staff

Boojum Burrito Bar

Apr 2024 - Nov 2024 (7 months)

Worked in a fast-paced environment, providing strong customer service and maintaining health and safety standards. Demonstrated excellent time management while balancing work and degree studies.

Customer Service Time Management Teamwork Health and Safety

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

Leeds Arts University

BA (Hons), Filmmaking

Grade: High 2:1

Activities and societies: Experience working across multiple student film productions, including equipment handling, recognition of safety standards, collaborations with external contributors and organisational roles.

Achieved High 2:1 with Honours. A three-year production focused course specialising in hands-on creative and commercial filmmaking.