Christabel Opone

Experience

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  Instagram

  Jan 2019 - now

  Content Creator

  Over the years, I have grown my platform on Instagram as a video editor. Through this consistency, I have also developed my skills from humble beginnings of off-beat editing on VideoStar to dabbling in the arts of Animation and Motion Graphics on Adobe After Effects. I have also branched to other platforms such as TikTok and X (Formerly known as Twitter) and YouTube.

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  Wattpad

  Apr 2019 - Jun 2021

  Writer

  Although I look back on it now as a silly hobby from my Pre-teen years, I can appreciate the growth and knowledge I have gained from my experience as a writer on this platform. It has helped me develop my creative writing skills and vocabulary, as well as analyse the psychological behaviours of humans to create characters my target audience could relate to and suspend disbelief in.

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  The Outward Bound Trust

  Apr 2019 - Apr 2019

  Outward Bound Course

  During this course, I overcame physical and emotional obstacles in our classes, pushing their limits and gaining confidence whilst interacting with other year groups and schools. Due to the emphasis on the outdoors, I felt a connection with nature which allowed me to flourish and become more open-minded to the different activities in the course that I participated in. The course also helped me build determination and perseverance as I pursued activities that were physically and emotionally challenging, such as:- Hiking- Camping- Gorge Walking- Abseiling- Rock climbing Show less

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  Episode

  Apr 2020 - May 2020

  Game Developer

  During Lockdown, I preoccupied myself with many hobbies, one of them being game development. I decided to venture into the world of coding (post-Scratch Jr) for the first time and spent a month learning and developing my coding skills to create an interactive story on Episode.

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  The Brilliant Club

  Apr 2022 - Jun 2022

  The Scholars Programme

  Completed a research project on the topic: 'Can Texts Fight Colonialism and Inequality?'.Throughout this programme, I learned essential skills such as:- Research and Analysis- Referencing- Essay structuring- Time management- Finding and evaluating Academic Sources

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  Flip Out UK

  Oct 2023 - Oct 2024

  Team Member

  Worked in multiple roles: Court Monitor, Receptionist, Cashier and Server. Developed and maintained strong relationships with colleagues, resulting in increased collaboration and better outcomes.Created meaningful memories for customers through excellent customer service.Learned how to work with Special Needs children, aiding the creation of a joyful environment for all.Mastered the art of patience, even during stressful situations.

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  Sky

  Feb 2024 - Feb 2024

  Work Experience

  The Work Insight Day - hosted through the collaboration of both Sky and Next Tech Girls - held on the 13th of February, was a ground for extensive knowledge to be gained and integrated into my current routine - of which I can now apply to pursuing my journey to my dream career.Things I learned:- Developed my knowledge of the importance of technology and how it can be integrated into more traditional job roles- Extended my knowledge in a variety of job roles (Data Analyst, Product Owner, Business Analyst, Developer, Data and Experimentation Analyst, Tester, Accessibility Specialist)- Learned how to code with React Native- Learned how to create wireframes using Expo Snack Show less

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  KPMG

  Apr 2024 - Apr 2024

  Work Experience

  Through this insightful, 3-day work experience, I improved my knowledge of various roles in KPMG, gaining more knowledge about job roles that could be applicable for me in the future.Developed my research skills in areas unbeknownst to me such as Design ThinkingGained extensive knowledge of the use of statistics and how to use them effectively in work and research (e.g presentations).

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  Tata Consultancy Services

  May 2024 - May 2024

  Work Experience

  During this 3-Day Work Experience, I gained industry-level knowledge about the use of technology in enterprises not necessarily associated with it (e.g. Tetley tea).Further developed my presentation and research skills through the means of design thinking.Acquired an understanding of the ways different enterprises use technology to become more sustainable and environment-friendly.

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  In2scienceUK

  Jun 2024 - Sept 2024

  In2STEM Programme

  Attended the Induction Day, of which I was introduced to the programme’s overview.Partook in a week-long placement at the University of Leeds, working on a Data Science project with the Human Geography department.Attended multiple workshops helping me develop my knowledge in the STEM sector or businesses.

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  Nuffield Foundation

  Jun 2024 - Sept 2024

  Nuffield Research Placement

  Partaken in Pre-placement Modules: 'BeFutureReady'.This course is curated to create a foundation for participants to build essential, transferable skills that can be used in research as well as future education, employment and general events, in which you can stand out and leave an impressionable view onto others.Currently working on a literature review on the topic: 'Creating an Engaging Narrative in Decision-Based Games'.

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  Zero Gravity

  Jul 2024 - now

  Mentee
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  Aon

  Jul 2024 - Jul 2024

  AON Work Insights Programme
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  Fujitsu

  Jul 2024 - Jul 2024

  Work Experience

  Through this informative work experience, I was exposed to the world of cybersecurity and it's importance in everyday business.I developed a broad understanding of the field of cybersecurity.Was introduced to defence strategies against security threats - GRC (Governance, Risk and Compliance)Presented different ways cybersecurity is implemented in Fujistu.Introduced to SOC (Security Operation Centres) and the issues that can be faced within them.Introduced to solutions to the problems that may occur in SOC - new technology that Fujitsu has been developed and implemented, leading to a 40% reduction of time needed to deal with specific security issues, such as Phishing Emails.Explored the importance of Customer Experience and how to make solutions distinctive to them through Customer Personas.Developed my presentation skills and created my own presentations on a prompt based on the prior knowledge I had gained.Learned about the importance of Global Responsibility and Fujitsu's own goals in achieving sustainability.Gained extensive knowledge of the idea of Quantum Computing and Combinatorial Optimisation, as well as how Fujistu plan to, and already use Quantum Computing.Introduced to the multitude of careers at Fujitsu Show less

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  APSTEM

  Jul 2024 - now

  Member