Shari Last
freelance writercv
Employment
2009–Present Dorling Kindersley, Editor
Writing and editing illustrated books on a range of licensed properties, including Star Wars, LEGO, Harry Potter, Marvel, DC Comics and Disney.
2008–2009 Phaidon, Acting Project Editor
Began as editorial assistant as part of graduate scheme and became acting project editor on The Phaidon Archive of Graphic Design.
2007–2008 HGSS Youth, Youth Director
Producing a calendar of events, workshops and social clubs for community projects. Brand development, marketing and advertising. Art direction and graphic design using Publisher, QuarkXPress, Photoshop and InDesign.
2006–2007 Gloria Books, Assistant Editor
For the giant-format books Superyacht and New York. Writing features and articles for publication, researching and conducting interviews. Researching, copyediting, subediting, picture research, layout. Liaising with authors, chasing copy.
2005 Total DVD, Staff Writer
Researching and writing film and DVD reviews for the magazine, as well as features and interviews. Subediting, transcribing, administration.
Freelance Work
2007–Present
- The Guardian, Comment is Free writer
- View London, Restaurant reviewer
- The Detour, Film and DVD reviewer
- The Culinary Guide, Cookbook and product reviewer
- Seatwave, Gig and CD reviewer
2006
- The Sunday Times, Reporter
- The Sunday Times Magazine, Features writer
- Tartan Home Video, DVD reviewer
- Bright Lights Film Journal, Film writer
Work Experience
2006
- Sunday Times Magazine, Intern
- Tatler, Intern
2005
- Total Film, Intern
- NME, Intern
- Penguin, Intern
- The Jewish News, Intern
- The London Student, Film and DVD writer
- Roar, King’s College Newspaper, Film and DVD writer
2004
- Channel 4 Television, Runner
Education
2003–2006 King’s College, London
BA (Hons) English Literature with Film: First class honours
Completed modules include Literary Theory, Creative Writing, Aspects of Language, American Underground Cinema and Contemporary Film Theory.
2002–2003 Linda Pinsky School for Overseas Students, Jerusalem
Studied an extensive programme of Judaic, historical, philosophical and Hebrew Language studies at an Israeli college, which included volunteer work within the Israeli community.
1995–2002 Hasmonean High School
A-levels: English Literature, Business Studies, Religious Studies: All at grade A.
AS levels: English Literature, Business Studies, Religious Studies, Psychology: All at grade A.
GCSEs: 3 A*, 7 A, 1 B
Previous Employment
2005–2008 South Hampstead Sunday School, Teacher
Preparing and teaching weekly classes, generating an annual syllabus, creating stimulating lessons, targeting material to appropriate age groups. Required commitment, enthusiasm, efficiency and time-management.
2006 IDT Europe, Facilities Assistant, PA
Administration and receptionist work. Temporary PA to Managing Director.
2003–2005 Alon Magazine, Editor
Editing a local youth magazine and weekly newssheet. Planning layout and features, commissioning, interviewing, managing editorial team.
2003–2005 Sinai Functions, Events Director
Arranging trips, activities and education for national youth group. Managing function committee, budgeting, advertising.
Skills
PC/Mac Literate: Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Publisher, Photoshop, InDesign, QuarkXPress, Dreamweaver. Qualified in First Aid, clean UK driver’s licence, conversational fluency in Hebrew.
Interests
I enjoy reading and writing and am currently working on a novel. I have an avid interest in film and will watch anything from musicals and classics to science fiction and film noir. I have eclectic taste in music: current favourites are Muse, Iron Maiden and Queen. I like going to concerts and have recently seen Paul Weller, Coldplay, Muse and REM. I play the piano and electric guitar. I am a big fan of the theatre and often frequent art museums. I enjoy playing squash and swimming to keep fit. I have travelled around much of Europe and Israel, as well as having visited the United States. I hope one day to explore the Far East and Australia.
Other
- 2004 Millennium Volunteers Award for community service
- 2002 School Psychology Prize
References
Available upon request
