Mia Louise Nowell

Email: mialouisenowell@icloud.com Location: Manchester University Location: Huddersfield LinkedIn: (30) Mia Nowell | LinkedIn Full Driving License (CCDL)

Technical Skills:

  • Experience with Adobe Suite: Photoshop, InDesign, Illustrator

  • Some Experience with AutoCAD and Revit

  • Microsoft Office programmes: PowerPoint, Word, Teams, Excel

  • Social Media Platforms: Instagram, Snapchat, Facebook, X

Interests:

I have a strong passion for live music and frequently attend concerts, discovering new indie artists and revisiting the ones I love. This allows me to connect with new people who have a mutual interest. Additionally, I have fondness for Football and having previously played for a local club, I was able to thrive within a team setting. I now enjoy the sport by watching the team I support play home and away, enhancing my appreciation for teamwork and the strategic thinking behind each play. I feel that my interests have boosted my engagement with others and inspire me to analyse situations more advantageously to produce creative outcomes.

Studying BA(Hons) Interior Design

References available upon request

Education and Qualifications

University of Huddersfield 2023-Present Interior Design BA (Hons) First Year Modules – Design Process and Communication A, Design Culture in Context A, Material Innovations A, Design Exploration B Second Year Modules – Design in Context, Design Identities, Design Realisation

Ashton Sixth Form College 2021-2023 A levels – 3D Design A, Business C, Maths D

Fairfield High School for Girls 2016-2021 GCSEs – 8 GCSEs achieved (grades 9-7) including Maths and English Maths 8, English Literature 8, English Language 7 BTEC – Business and Enterprise Distinction*

Experience in Interior Design

University Projects September 2023 - Present Design Exploration

  • Concept collages with abstract images on Photoshop

  • Revit work to create a pop-up stand design and add materiality

  • Elevations for pop up stand and café done on AutoCAD with dimensions and annotation

  • Use of SketchUp to produce digital models with rendered outcomes when put into Enscape

  • InDesign document to showcase my research, design palettes and concept development

Design Culture in Context

  • Explored current and historical design to consider their importance and influence in design

  • Initial Research from a variety of sources, implementing referencing

  • Analysis of a manifesto to produce a thesis statement and respond in an essay style format

Material Innovations

  • Lectures on a variety of furnishings, fixtures and material

  • Sample Board to finalise design ideas and experiment combining different materials

  • Research study into sustainable materials

Design Process and Communication

  • Concept boards developing potential ideas, colour palettes and functions

  • Orthographic pencil drawings and technical drawings using AutoCAD

  • 3D physical models adapting spaces to provide space for activity and experience

Experience in Employment

Boots Self-Checkout Tills - Customer Advisor May 2023 - Present

  • Communicate confidently through the headset to resolve any issues promptly

  • Assist customers with technical issues, authorise items and conduct checks within regulation

  • Help customers find items in store, ensuring quick sales

  • Process refunds and exchanges in line with company procedures. Cash up at the end of shifts

  • Keep self service areas fully stocked at all times, restocking as and when needed

  • Recognised within the work team for boosting customer loyalty by encouraging loyalty card sales with an enthusiastic and favourable approach to customers

F3 Retail Kiosk Retailer Manchester City Football Club               February 2022-August 2022

  • Work efficiently in fast-paced situations where there are plentiful customers.

  • Develop cash management and handling skills to demonstrate precise and accurate work.

  • Enhance team skills on a large scale and strengthen skills in working with the public.

The Range Retail Assistant November 2021 - May 2023

  • Duties of stock delivery and management, and product pricing and labelling

  • Communication and attention to detail meaning that shop floor was well-stocked and up to date for a smoother shopping experience per customer.

  • Encouraged me to strengthen organisation and time management skills, as well as understanding how to function a dynamic environment.

Personal Profile:

A conscientious, reliable, creative Interior Design Undergraduate, driven to progress within the industry, get involved and learn as much as possible. Great customer service skills, likes meeting new people, networking. I am adaptable from working independently to within a team, always finding solutions to produce the best outcomes. I enjoy the collaborative process, allowing ideas to evolve, sharing views and taking input from others. Organised. Thinks things through, works through challenges and perseveres to complete tasks successfully. Self-motivated. Calm and determined with plenty of experience in arts through education. As a personable student, I am confident I have the skills and experience to acclimatise efficiently and successfully to new working environments. Excited to branch out and work with professionals in Placement.