Alicia Bickerstaff

Alicia Bickerstaff

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  • Timeline

  • About me

    Student Vice President of the Glasgow School of Art Students Association

  • Education

    • Durham University

      2019 - 2022
      BA Combined Honours In Social Sciences Sociology and History First Class

      Activities and Societies: Publicity, Fashion Shows, Freshers Repping, Welfare

    • University College School

      2017 - 2019
      A* in History and Art, A in Politics and English
    • The Glasgow School of Art

      2022 - 2023
      Master of Design - MDes Design Innovation and Citizenship 2:1
  • Experience

    • Studio Moross

      Jun 2016 - Jul 2016
      Work expierence
    • Durham University

      Sept 2019 - Dec 2023
      Event Photographer

      I have photographed numerous live events across Durham University, including balls, fashion shows, concerts and awards nights.

    • Groundwork London

      Apr 2021 - Mar 2022
      National Citizenship Service Team Leader

      During the Summer of 2021 I was a Team leader for the Groundwork London who now provide the National Citizenship Program. This involved leading a team of young people to complete a social action project across two weeks as well as a complete a curriculum of self improvement.

    • Fabio's bar

      Jun 2021 - Jan 2022
      Promotional Photographer

      I was a regular club night photographer at Fabio's bar and covered events such as Aggression session's after party and regular DJs

    • College of St Hilde and St Bede

      Jun 2021 - Jul 2021
      Event Videographer

      I filmed and edited a promotional video of Hilde Bede Colleges' summer ball. This included filming and meeting the internationally known band 'Scouting for Girls'

    • Durham Students' Union

      Jun 2021 - Sept 2022
      Active Bystander Training Facilitator

      I am an active bystander training facilitator for the Durham University Students Union. This involves leading training courses education student leaders on how they can become active bystanders in the community to prevent the perpetration of sexual violence.

    • Durham University Charity Fashion Show

      Jun 2021 - Mar 2022
      Back Stage Photographer

      I worked as a freelance photographer covering events and the final show night for Durham University Charity Fashion Show 2021 & 2022. This included crowd, stage and backstage photography.

    • Durham University Mooting Society

      Nov 2021 - Jan 2022
      Event Photographer

      I photographed the Durham University Mooting Society novice cup, where aspiring lawyers compleated in a mock case to showcase their legal expertise.

    • The Ugly Fruit Group

      Jan 2022 - May 2022
      Promotional Videographer

      I was directed, filmed and edited a promotional video for the 'The Ugly Fruit Group' who help tackle food waste and food poverty.

    • Edinburgh Fringe

      Mar 2022 - May 2022
      Graphic Designer

      I was the lead graphic designer for Durham University Collingwood college's theatre company's production of '1972 the future of Sex' which is showing at Edinburgh Fringe Festival in the Summer of 2022. This included creating logos and promotional posters.

    • Avalon Entertainment

      Jun 2022 - Sept 2022
      Street Team

      Working with the Avalon publicity team to promote their shows, including Russell Howard and Al Murray, at the Edinburgh Festival.

    • The Glasgow School of Art

      Sept 2022 - Dec 2023

      I will be supporting students with the GSA halls by running events and providing welfare support.

      • Postgraduate Taught Masters Lead Student Rep for the Innovation School

        Oct 2022 - Dec 2023
      • Senior Student Accommodation Ambassador

        Sept 2022 - Dec 2023
    • Glasgow School of Art Students' Association

      Nov 2022 - now

      As event co-ordinator I am in charge of programming for the Glasgow School of Art Students Association. This includes running 800 person club nights, arts workshops and freshers week. I am also involved in student advocacy including supporting and mentoring student representatives and providing feedback and representation on academic committees.

      • Student Vice President

        Aug 2023 - now
      • Member Board of Trustees

        Nov 2022 - now
  • Licenses & Certifications

    • Level 1 Qualification

      Royal Yachting Association (RYA)
      Jun 2022
    • Active Listening

      Durham University
      Oct 2020
  • Honors & Awards

    • Awarded to Alicia Bickerstaff
      GSA Postgraduate Welcome Scholarship Glasgow School of Art Jul 2022 In July 2022 I was awarded a scholarship with the Glasgow School of Art for my masters in Innovation and Citizenship, with a specific focus on Special Needs Education.
    • Awarded to Alicia Bickerstaff
      Full Colours St Mary's College Jun 2022 I was awarded full colours for my contribution during my degree to the extra curriculum life at St Mary's College
    • Awarded to Alicia Bickerstaff
      President's Special Mention St Mary's College Jun 2021 I was given a special mention by the JCR President for my work as LGBT+ Representative after a hate crime attack on LGBT+ students in the previous September.
    • Awarded to Alicia Bickerstaff
      Half Colours St Mary's College Jun 2020 In my first year I was issued half colours for my contribution to college life at St Mary's College.
  • Volunteer Experience

    • Student Partnership Committee Member

      Issued by The Glasgow School of Art on Nov 2022
      The Glasgow School of ArtAssociated with Alicia Bickerstaff
    • Junior Common Room Executive Committee member

      Issued by Durham University on Apr 2021
      Durham UniversityAssociated with Alicia Bickerstaff
    • Freshers Representative

      Issued by Durham University on Apr 2020
      Durham UniversityAssociated with Alicia Bickerstaff
    • St Mary's LGBT+ Representative

      Issued by Durham University on Jun 2020
      Durham UniversityAssociated with Alicia Bickerstaff
    • Durham University LGBT+ Social Secretary

      Issued by Durham University on Jun 2021
      Durham UniversityAssociated with Alicia Bickerstaff
    • Working Pupil

      Issued by Dulwich Riding School on Jan 2012
      Dulwich Riding SchoolAssociated with Alicia Bickerstaff
    • Post Offer Visit Day Representative

      Issued by Durham University on Jan 2020
      Durham UniversityAssociated with Alicia Bickerstaff
    • Publicity Officer for St Mary's College Arts Society

      Issued by Durham University on Sept 2021
      Durham UniversityAssociated with Alicia Bickerstaff
    • Creative Team Member

      Issued by Durham University Charity Fashion Show on Sept 2019
      Durham University Charity Fashion ShowAssociated with Alicia Bickerstaff
    • Creative Vice President

      Issued by The Revival Charity Fashion Show on Apr 2020
      The Revival Charity Fashion ShowAssociated with Alicia Bickerstaff
    • Student Recruiter for Deputy Director of Academic Studies

      Issued by The Glasgow School of Art on Nov 2022
      The Glasgow School of ArtAssociated with Alicia Bickerstaff