About.

About Lou...

Lou has spent the last few years in roles where accuracy, clear communication and dependable organisation genuinely mattered, and those experiences have shaped the way I approach work. I tend to take something loosely defined and make it structured and actionable, whether that involves information, plans or processes. Developing my skills in data tools has been something of a natural extension of that mindset, giving me new ways to uncover useful differences, present findings clearly and leave something that others can rely on. I’m moving into data work because it gives me the tools to take something small and scale it into insight that influences decisions, reduces uncertainty and leads to outcomes that genuinely matter.

KEY SKILLS

Accurate handling of structured information – confident working with data that feeds into reports, tracking sheets and review processes
Excel for organising and preparing data – setting up tables, applying logical functions, filtering, cleaning entries and preparing data for reporting
Translating collected information into usable formats – turning raw notes, figures or recorded events into structured summaries, trackers or frameworks
AI-supported efficiency – using AI tools to streamline organisation, structure documentation, and format information more clearly and consistently
Maintaining consistency across multiple systems – ensuring records align between spreadsheets, written logs and school systems
Logical, sequential thinking – approaching tasks by breaking them into steps (planning, organising, executing, reviewing)
Reliable documentation management – keeping time-based records accurate, up-to-date and traceable
Adapting processes based on results or findings – making adjustments when data indicates a different direction is needed

BEYOND WORK

Outside of work, I enjoy practical projects—recent examples include building a custom standing desk and restoring a wooden floor because I wanted it done properly. I play badminton when I get the chance, and I really enjoy strategy-based card games like MTG, partly for the social side and partly because they scratch the logical/problem-solving itch. I’ve always had a soft spot for performing; my family has always been very musical, into singing, acting and theatre, and if I ever drifted back toward something creative, it would probably be along those lines. I’m also someone who enjoys exploring new tech and software—mainly to figure out how things work and how to get more out of them.

VOLUNTEERING

Assistant Section Leader – Beavers, Cubs and Scouts

January 2024 – January 2025

· Organised and tidied store during quiet periods

· Assisted one night per week during term-time as a uniformed leader, helping to ensure the safe delivery of the Cubs program both indoors and out

· Safeguarding children between the ages of 5-11 years

· Supported and promoted the achievement of badges and awards within scouting, assisting other adults with tasks, activities, hikes, camps and general risk management

· Attended planning meetings and provided insight due to my experience as a teacher

Volunteer Leader – Church Holiday Club

August 2023

· Helped to maintain a safe environment for learning and play, delivering fun activities with 15+ other adult volunteers and young leaders daily to 60+ children aged between 5-11 over the course of a week during the summer holidays.

Young Performer

Stagecoach Performing Arts • Cambridge • 2017

· Performed voiceover work and appeared in student-produced films, showcasing versatility in voice and screen presence

· Cast in various stage roles, demonstrating proficiency in acting and live performance

· Completed extensive training in singing, dancing, and acting from ages 7 to 17, including choreography routines, role preparation, and performance techniques

· Proficient in reading musical notation and advanced singing techniques, enhancing my ability to interpret and perform diverse musical genres

· Delivered instructions to early-stage pupils as part of the Duke of Edinburgh Bronze Award, showcasing leadership and teaching skills

· Developed strong script memorization skills

AS & A2 Levels

Sixth Form College • 2017

· A2 English Literature - C

· A2 Media Studies - B

· A2 Government and Politics - D

· AS Religious Studies - B

· AS General Studies - B

GCSES

Village College • 2015

· Achieved seven GCSEs graded A* - C

EDUCATION

Data Skills Development Programme (Level 3)

Just IT Training | 2025-26

Currently undertaking an intensive data training programme covering data handling, analysis, system fundamentals and reporting for business decision-making. The programme combines hands-on workshops, portfolio development, career coaching and structured assessment milestones.

· Completed and active learning areas include:

· Excel for analytics and cleansing – structured tables, pivoting, logical functions (IF, SWITCH), SUMIFS modelling

· Power BI – data transformations, KPI visuals, multi-page report building and dashboard design

· SQL querying – joins, grouping, conditions, subqueries and calculated fields

· Tableau visualisation – bar, map and trend visuals with comparison insights

· Database design – relationships, normalisation, key constraints and schema planning

· Planned and upcoming modules, as per programme structure:

· Azure Fundamentals – cloud data storage, access models and analytic workloads

· Python for data – NumPy/Pandas for manipulation, cleaning and analysis tasks

· GitHub portfolio consolidation – project collation, version-controlled submissions and documentation

· Final project presentation – narrative-led insight delivery and stakeholder-focused reporting

Throughout the programme, developing a portfolio of practical evidence including data projects, dashboards, written interpretations and SQL solutions, supported by structured employability sessions, interview practice and professional feedback.

PGCE 5-11 (QTS)

Oxford Brookes University • Oxford • 2022

· Awarded with Distinction. My course covered all aspects of primary teaching geared towards Key Stages 1 & 2

· Included long placements in three primary schools in Oxfordshire and a short placement focused on inclusion

· Course research and coursework focused on cognitive load theory, the attainment gap and adaptive teaching in the classroom

· I enjoyed being able to appreciate the impact of different performance monitoring and individual pupil progress systems in each school.

BA (Hons) Media and Communications

University of Chichester • 2020

· Completed coursework and research ranging from industry-related journalism, promotional and digital marketing, television and cinema analysis, television & film production and photography

· My dissertation, 'How Podcasting and Online Media Outlets are Reshaping the Media Landscape' focuses on the medium of Podcasting and is a study conducted by surveying the emerging academic literature and online sources, looking at a wide range of podcast styles and indicators of producer and consumer behaviour, and analysing the roles of specific shows, networks and individuals. Looking at its history, its influence on the media landscape and changes to consumer behaviour

· Specialist media industry knowledge and experience

Page updated

Google Sites

Report abuse