Jarrod+Woolley

Class of 2004 __Jarrod Woolley__ An enthusiastic member of the Mortlake College Performing Artists, Jarrod starred in many productions during his time at school.

__Further Education:__ Studied a Bachelor of Arts at Deakin University in Warrnambool with Majors in Public Relations and Journalism. Started off doing Commerce but switched after I decided it wasn’t for me!

__Work History:__ Worked at Liquorland for 4 years while studying, building my way up from a casual to a store manager in 12 months. Held the manager’s position for 2 years.

Currently working as a Journalist for Western District Newspapers in Camperdown, and loving every minute of my Job. Nothing is ever the same and enjoy the challenge of finding the news and reporting it. I want to be working at a metro daily newspaper in the next five years as either a political reporter or a Police reporter.

__Mortlake College Reflections:__ My time at Mortlake College was probably some of the best times of my life. The small class sizes meant that we developed a close relationship with our teachers as well as our class mates, most of whom I am still good friends with to this day. School camps stand out as a highlight, simply for the fun times we got to spend with our friends. The Year 11 work experience camp to Melbourne is an excellent program that gives you a real taste of life in the workforce. The help and guidance I received from the staff has undoubtedly help me make the decisions I have and provided me with a grounding to be successful in my jobs.

__Advice for Current Students:__ I have one bit of advice for any students thinking of going onto university studies. Don’t think that the decision you make when you put you preferences in is what you are going to do for the rest of your life. I fell into my Journalism course when I choose one unit as an elective, and loved every minute of it!