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 About me

My name is Maisie O’Neill and I am 18 years old seeking opportunities into the Media industry. Last year, I completed A-Levels of Biology, Chemistry and English. Now, I’m working towards my dream career where I can use my writing, which would be journalism or production.  So far, I have found difficulties in finding roles for entry-level applicants, as they require experience. Although apprenticeships are available, however not many, so few are successful. 

My interests 

On the side, I enjoy writing either creative stories/plots or factual essays. Comparing novels has always been an interest of mine, researching context and using extensive analysis. I find myself writing from my own creative ideas often, whether that be novel ideas or plots for films. As well as this, I am a sociable and outgoing individual who enjoys seeing friends and family. I would love to use my interests and skills in a future career, so a creative and sociable industry like media would be perfect for me. I have a long road ahead of me towards my future, and I will be documenting each step to help others on the same path. 

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