About me

12th February, 2010

To Whom It May Concern

Re: Childrenâ€(TM)s Media Copywriter / Content Specialist for LEGO Company (ref: BJE/EN73330/JN858)

Please find attached my CV detailing my experience and achievements to date. Below I have described the reasons for my interest and the suitability of my experience and qualifications for the post.

- With a first degree in Communication and Media Studies and a PhD in Sociology I have a good understanding of audiovisual and graphic languages, electronic and digital media and the logic of advertising.

- Although I have done the work required of a PhD in Sociology I do not see myself as a sociologist, neither do I want to pursue an academic career. I have a strong intuitive intelligence and feel more comfortable in creative than in analytic roles. Nonetheless, my experience in the social sciences has enriched greatly my vision of the world and has also benefited my creative potential while helping me to develop stronger analytical skills.

- I have worked in the fields of social marketing, public communications and advertising, demonstrating my ability to process complex information and translate it into creative, sharp and concise messages in various formats with specific audiences in mind.

- I have written literary fiction and poetry since I was an early teenager, demonstrating my capacity of creating alternative realities. My literary work also shows my ability to use structural techniques which may be used to elaborate different narratives in various contexts. In addition, I have written academic texts, including a doctoral thesis in sociology and a number of articles and presentations for conferences.

- I have excellent communication skills and an ability to relate to a wide range of people. I have studied and worked in different countries and I am able to relate with people of different cultures and backgrounds. I have worked in sales, which implies the ability to approach strangers and elaborate speeches upon the principle of mutual benefit.

- I have taught a variety of subjects in a variety of settings, showing my ability to speak in public and co-ordinate the flow of information within a group of people in accordance with specific objectives.

The arrival of my daughter has recently introduced me to the rich and wide universe of children and has awakened my interest in writing fiction for children. I believe my interests, experiences and abilities would suit this job very well and look forward to discussing the possibility of working with you.

Kind regards,

Ricardo Mazatán