Cameron Watson

Profile

I am hard-working, reliable, and dedicated with excellent communication skills. Able to work on my own initiative or as required by management to support colleagues. I am a team player who is motivated to undertake any professional development training and I thrive in challenging environments.

Skills

• Programming: Java, SQL, R, Assembly, HTML, CSS, JavaScript, Python
• Technical Skills: Microsoft Office, Google Workspace, video editing, graphic design
• Soft Skills: Public speaking, teamworking, communication, problem-solving, adaptability, work ethic
• Hobbies: Dancing, painting, cinema, volunteering, badminton, and meeting new people

Education

University of Glasgow

MSc Information Technology : 2023 - 2024

Currently studying Information Technology at the University of Glasgow:

• Studying: Coding, web development, cyber security, databases, and data analysis.
• Improved public speaking and teamwork through group projects.
• Societies: Ballroom and Latin dancing society and Glasgow Student Dance Company.
• Competed in 7 competitions for the Ballroom and Latin dancing society across the UK.
• Performed in the Dance the Night Away end of year show with the GSDC in February 2024.

University of Glasgow

MA (Hons.) Ancient History : 2:1 : 2018 - 2022

Glasgow Clyde College

HNC Social Science : A : 2017 - 2018

Experience

Marks and Spencer, Milngavie

Sales Assistant (Contract) - Dec. 2022

I worked in the Marks and Spencer Food shop in Milngavie as a Christmas worker.

Gained customer service experience and worked with the public. Used checkout till. Enhanced communication skills by assisting customers.

BMI Group, Reading

PMO Administrator (Intern) - Jun. 2022 - Sep. 2022

This 13-week internship involved working in project management as an administrator at the BMI Group (roofing and waterproofing).

Creating and coordinating business reports with colleagues across Europe. Organizing and presenting international leadership meetings while taking minutes. Using software such as Google Workspace, Smartsheet, and AODocs. Assisting the HR department with internal communications and taking part in a video. Responsible for updating action log and communicating actions to co-workers.

Royal Mail, Glasgow

Mail Sorter (Contract) - Aug. 2019 - Dec. 2019

Worked at the Glasgow Mail Centre, sorting packages. Developed skills in working quickly and efficiently to meet strict deadlines. Assisted other staff and moved mail around the warehouse.

Volunteering

Assisting charities across Glasgow has improved my communication, teamwork, and customer service skills. Currently, I volunteer for Oxfam and have helped at music festivals in the past, such as Sonica Surge and Celtic Connections.

Oxfam Bookshop, Byres Road

Sales Assistant - May 2023 - Present

This involves working on the cash register, stacking shelves, customer service, pricing.

Sonica Surge, Tramway

Front of House - Sep. 2023

Helping this festival involved giving customers directions, helping musicians, setting up the stage.

Celtic Connections, Glasgow

Venue Representative - Jan. 2020 - Feb. 2020

Volunteering involved accepting tickets, preparing dressing rooms, assisting customers.

Projects

Simple Cryptography Decoder

Developed a web-based cryptography tool that can encrypt and decrypt text using various algorithms:

• Implements Caesar's Cipher, Substitution Cipher (1-to-1), and Vigenère Cipher
• Built with HTML, CSS, and JavaScript for client-side encryption and decryption
• Features a user-friendly interface for easy input and output of text
• Demonstrates practical application of cryptography concepts and web development skills

Personal Website

Made this static website using HTML5, CSS, and JavaScript. The website has a modern interface and design.

Hunter (2D Video Game)

Hunter is a Java-based 2d action game that uses JavaFX and other libraries:

• The game is based on history and progresses from pre-history to futuristic times.
• Gameplay is based on action and is fast paced requiring constant movement and strategy.
• There are difficulty levels and a User Interface to improve the User Experience of the application.
• Link

Certifications

• Google Cybersecurity - Google, Sep. 2024
• Google Data Analytics - Google, Nov. 2023

Awards

• Saltire Award: The Ascent - Scottish Government, Jun. 2024
• Oxfam: 1 year Volunteer - Oxfam, Jun. 2024
• SRC Gold Volunteering Award - University of Glasgow, Jun. 2024

Hobbies

Dancing

• I have competed in 7 dance competitions and took part in 1 dance performance with the GSDC.
• Danced ballroom and latin, salsa and bachata, and Scottish country dancing.
• Also, danced jazz, tap, commercial, contemporary, and others.

Art

• I enjoy painting using ink and watercolour.
• Drawing people and animals.
• I also enjoy seeing other people's art and going to art museums.

Sports

• Climbing both indoors and outdoors.
• Badminton and tennis.
• Table tennis, mini golf, and previously studied Tae Kwon Do as a teenager.

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