Magnus MacFarlane

Versatile and motivated professional with experience spanning education support, creative media, and music production. Currently working as a Teaching Assistant supporting pupils across London schools, including learners with Special Educational Needs, while bringing over a decade of creative experience in music, media, and digital content creation. Degree educated in music production, with strong communication, organisation, and problem-solving skills developed across classroom, creative, and collaborative environments.

Known for adaptability, reliability, and the ability to engage with diverse individuals while delivering high quality support and creative outcomes

Teaching Assistant at Step Teachers (2023-01 – Present)

• Supported classroom teachers in delivering inclusive, engaging lessons aligned with the national curriculum.
• Provided 1:1 and small group support to pupils, including children with Special Educational Needs (SEN) and additional learning needs.
• Implemented differentiated learning strategies to meet individual education plans (IEPs/EHCPs).
• Promoted positive behaviour management and emotional regulation using calm, consistent strategies.
• Assisted with classroom preparation, resource management, and maintaining a safe learning environment.
• Supported pupils' academic progress, social development, and wellbeing.
• Adapted quickly to different school settings, year groups, and teaching styles.

Music Producer/ Artist (Magness) at Self-employed (2013-01 – Present)

• Electronic producer delivering end-to-end releases: composition, sound design, arrangement, editing, mixing, and final masters releasing, and promoting original music internationally.
• Promoted releases through social media marketing and content production (visual assets, short form video, audio clips), and managed paid campaigns via Meta Ads / Google Ads
• Built an active multiplatform artist presence and catalogue, using consistent branding and audience facing content to support releases and visibility
• Recognised through remix competition success, including Danger – Rejected (Magness Remix), featured on an Audio Massacre Recordings
• Collaborated with artists, labels, and creatives; public artist bios reference label releases and external DJ support for tracks

Learning Support Assistant at Capital City College Group (2023-10 – 2023-12)

• As part of the LSA team I Provide guidance, educational and emotional support to students with learning or behavioural difficulties and special needs.
• Assist in classroom management to maintain an inclusive and safe learning environment. Collaborate with teachers to develop and implement individualised education plans (IEPs). Provide one-to-one support to students with special educational needs.
• Utilise a wide range of learning resources for learning purposes. Monitor pupils' performance through- out the year.

Charity Fundraiser at Center Point (2023-07 – 2023-09)

• engaged with members of the public to inspire them to support and give a regular donation to young homeless people.
• demonstrate and develop confidence, interpersonal skills & sales skills to build quick, strong rapport with members of the public.
• personally shine through and made me exceptionally resilient, adaptable, and using my communication skills to build strong relationships.

Junior Producer at Threads Radio (2022-11 – 2023-02)

• As an integral part of the social media team, responsible for delivering content to grow the company's social media presence and keep listeners informed.
• played a key role in scheduling content, selecting pieces to highlight, utilising strong writing skills to create engaging captions consistent with the brand's voice.

Hub Manager at Huboo (2020-07 – 2020-10)

• Oversaw the organisation and management of a designated warehouse area, including stock management and inventory control.
• Provided excellent customer service by resolving issues and building strong relationships with clients. Accurately picked and packed items, ensuring timely and efficient shipping.
• Utilised the company's multiple IT systems to process orders, manage stock intake, and maintain accurate records.

Brand Ambassador at Street PR (2018-12 – 2019-12)

• promote a range of brands in public settings. My responsibilities included distributing promotional material and engaging with potential customers to spread brand awareness and provide information about a product or service.
• Working as part of a small, dynamic team, serving as a friendly and knowledgeable representative for each brand I worked with.

Radio Host at Origin UK (2017-04 – 2017-12)

• Radio Host at Origin UK Radio DJ'ing and hosting a weekly show featuring music from a variety of artists.
• engage my audience and keep them entertained throughout the duration of the show.
• curating the playlist and selecting latest music to highlight, organised guest shows, inviting a variety of artists to perform
• responsible for ensuring that I complied with FM regulation laws and presented myself in a professional and entertaining manner.
• range of organisational skills, planning, practice, and preparation to deliver. support up-and- coming artists in the dance music scene and help them gain exposure to a wider audience.

Bachelor's degree (Hons) in Music Production – British Institute of Modern Music (2017-09 – 2020-07)

Level 3 Extended Diploma in Music Production & Business – BCE College (2014-09 – 2016-07)

BETC Level 2 Diploma in Art and Design – City and Islington Six Form College (2013-09 – 2014-07)

GCSE in 7 A-C's Including English & Maths – Islington Arts and Media School (2008-09 – 2013-07)