Joshua Sumner

I am in my ultimate year of a Bachelor of Commerce (Finance & Marketing) at The University of Melbourne. Having relocated from New Zealand at the beginning of 2022 to pursue my studies in Melbourne, I have actively engaged with and excelled in both my academic coursework and extracurricular endeavors.

My numerical and technological skills allow me to make timely, effective and informed financial-related decisions to facilitate desirable organizational outcomes. I have substantiated these skills with exemplary performance in my coursework, particularly in Quantitative Methods 2 (First Class Hons) and Investments (First Class Hons). Through these subjects, I showcased my ability to handle quantitative financial data and employ an intricate range of investment or valuation techniques to decipher and distil information into essential summaries crucial for decision-making.

I have embraced a variety of leadership opportunities over the years, demonstrating high-quality organizational and communicative characteristics that foster a sense of direction, openness and productivity within groups.

Alongside my studies, I have concurrently been involved in several first-class musical productions in Melbourne. This work experience has offered a well-rounded balance to my personal development, exposing myself to a range of temperaments and cultivating my ability to work effectively with diverse groups. This has made me an excellent communicator and resilient individual with the goal of approaching all endeavors with amiability.

Principal Performer for 'Billy Elliot The Musical' (11/23 - 05/24)

Played the supporting character of Tony Elliot in 'Billy Elliot The Musical' which was staged in May 2024 at The National Theatre. This was performed to nearly 10,000 audience members over the season. 

Ensemble in 'CHESS The Musical' (05/23 - 10/23)

Performed as part of the ensemble of 'CHESS The Musical' at The National Theatre throughout the back-end of 2023. This production went on to win 11 awards including 'Production of the Year' at the Guild Awards of Victoria.

Orchestral Violinist (9/22 - 12/22)

Worked as the leading violinist for the brand new musical 'On The Rise' produced by Julian Smith-Gard and Oscar Jenkin which debuted at the St Kilda Fringe Festival. This included everyday performances and the recording of their original cast album. 

• Melbourne Plus Community Badge - Awarded by the University of Melbourne for community service
• Principals Distinction - Runner-up dux in year 12
• The Wilkins Premier Cup - Faculty trophy for top NCEA science student
• Visual & Performing Arts Premier Trophy - Faculty trophy for top NCEA arts student
• Honors Tie - National NZ shakespeare finalist award winner
• Performing Arts Cup - Outstanding initiative & leadership in performing arts
• Performing Arts Cup Theatre Award - Outstanding performance, commitment & potential
• Distinction Badges - Outstanding service as a house prefect, performance in school production, 1st in Auckland for competitive school barbershop
• Excellence Certificates - First XI Cricket, Senior School Boys Choir Leader, Senior School Chamber Trio, Senior School Orchestra, Senior School Boys Dance, Drama - Leading Role Performances

"Joshua is a highly motivated and diligent student who is committed to improving his performance at all times. He is an enthusiastic learner who is able to reflect critically on his work. Joshua sets himself high standards and works tirelessly to ensure that he performs to the very best of his ability in all that he does. A dependable and trustworthy individual, he demands high standards of behavior from himself and others. Joshua is a multi-talented and confident young man with a keen sense of humor. He has highly-developed leadership skills; he is able to see a need and works hard to provide support and solutions. He is invariably open, forthright and honest in all of his dealings with others. Joshua possesses the appropriate skills and attitude to lead him to great future success. I have greatly enjoyed working with Joshua over the past three years; he has been an excellent House Prefect and I wish him all the very best for his future endeavors."

David Boardman

Senior School Principal

Kristin School, NZ