CHRISTOPHER REID
- ▪-▪ Bath, United Kingdom
Summary
A highly motivated, diligent and results-driven professional. I have recently completed a postgraduate course in research methods, studied in conjunction with a volunteer-research position at a mental health charity. Familiar with both quantitative and qualitative research methods, seeking a stimulating and enriching research or analyst role. Possessing a unique blend of skills gained from a combination of research, sales and writing experience.
Core Skills
Research
Reporting Writing
Data Analysis
Research Methods and Design
Interviewing
Rapport Building
Deadline Management
Technical Proficiency, Inc. MS Office
Education & Qualifications
Research Methods
Deakin University & Griffith University ▪ Australia▪Online▪-
Studied in combination with my volunteer work at Hammersley Homes; furthered my understanding of research methods and techniques, and their real-world application.
Learnt both quantitative and qualitative research techniques including interviewing, coding, and statistical analysis.
Completed a research proposal, literature review and research plan examining the impact of housing on recidivism rates for individuals with mental illness
BA (Hons) Geography & International Relations
University of Sussex ▪-
Completed my studies by undertaking a 10,000 word qualitative research project examining men’s experiences of masculinity at university, for which I was awarded a first (74)
A Levels, Geography, History & Psychology (Hayesfield Sixth Form ▪-)
Professional Experience
Researcher (Volunteer)
Hammersley Homes ▪ October 2020–Present
Accountable for researching mental illness within prisons to support small, newly founded charity. Research to be used in marketing and grant applications.
Analyse and interpret various academic sources to obtain information and interpret data consistent with corporate objectives
Arrange and hold interviews with subject experts, including academics
Develop and present comprehensive evidence-based reports and presentations to senior management and stakeholders based on findings.
Creating summaries of research for marketing, PR, and grant funding applications
Writer
International Paralympic Committee ▪ Remote ▪-
Researched and created engaging digital content for the International Paralympic Committee. Covering the Para-bobsleigh team and their progress ahead of their inclusion at the 2022 Paralympic Winter Games.
Monitored, researched and interviewed athletes regarding the progress of Para-bobsleigh and other sports
Produced captivating and high-quality feature articles. Employing exceptional attention to detail to proofread, edit and enhance content.
Received the internal public relations 'Team of the Year Award' for improving and promoting the commission's public relations.
Legal Research Intern
Instituto de Estudios Internationales de Bolivia ▪ Cochabamba, Bolivia ▪ 2016
Contributed to the institute's academic review by writing in-depth and informative articles on contract law and the privatisation of public services. Assisted with administrative tasks.
Instrumental in organising the institute's annual convention on international law, which attracted over 400 participants.
Market Researcher
Return Research ▪ Bristol, UK ▪ 2017
Responsible for conducting telephone interviews with the general public regarding opinions on the 2017 UK general election.
Successfully positioned myself as the top performer with both the highest average percentage and largest total volume of surveys completed
Accurately recording responses and formatting data into a clear and concise report for stakeholders.
Achieved a 78% lead conversion average against a target of 40%
Additional Experience
Sales & Account Executive
Employment Office ▪ Vancouver, Canada ▪ 2019
Researched, identified and cultivated relationships with SMEs to generate new business and promote account growth. Applied a combination of communication and negotiation techniques to secure sales, nurture existing accounts, and meet revenue targets.
Key Achievements
Attained 3rd most ‘new business’ sales in Canada by month 5 of 2019
Field Sales Representative
Ledcor ▪ Vancouver, Canada ▪-
Identified and generated new business opportunities using a range of lead generation and sales techniques. Achieved consistent results as one of the top 10 performers in the Vancouver area by generating over $300,000 in income within five months.
Key Achievements
Winner of company-wide sales competition
Developed new sales training strategies and scripts
Actor/Production Assistant
Hell Under the Sea, Parallax Films ▪ Vancouver, Canada ▪ 2019
Re-enacted roles throughout a series for a National Geographic production, including alternate and feature roles. Assisted in the preparation of set equipment, such as lighting fixtures and set pieces.