James Downs
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| 2009-2013: |
Open University BA Hons (Open) First Class |
| 2006-2008: |
Maryvale Institute Higher Certificate in Theology |
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Professional/research experience |
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| January 2016 - April 2016: |
Department of English & Film Studies Postgraduate Teaching Assistant I taught two weekly seminars for the 2nd Year English & Film Studies module 'Adaptation: Text. Image. Culture', as well as biweekly workshops, guiding students in their analysis of a wide range of film adaptions in order to enrich their understanding of the complex process by which literary material (such as scripts, short stories, novels and plays) are adapted for film, television and other screen media. Teaching duties also involved marking essays and formal presentations, meeting with students to discuss course work and essay preparation. |
| July 2015 - August 2015: |
Department of English Bibliographical Assistant A research internship in which I supported Professor Eddie Jones in the final stages of his book project, 'Hermits and Anchorites in Late-Medieval England: A Sourcebook'. The post involved proofreading, plus the completing and formatting of bibliographical references. |
| September 2014 - present: |
Department of English & Film Studies/ Bill Douglas Cinema Museum Administrative Assistant, MA in International Film Business |
| March 2009 - present: |
Bill Douglas Cinema Museum Curatorial Assistant (volunteer/salaried) |
| August 2002 - January 2008: |
Pluscarden Abbey Archivist |
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CV: Membership of Professional Bodies/Professional Qualifications |
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| 2016-present: |
Higher Education Academy Associate Fellow of the Higher Education Academy |
