Abigail Hill
Omagh,Northern Ireland
Summary
Experienced in hospitality with over four years in front-of-house guest services, delivering attentive, welcoming, and high-quality experiences. Confident in managing bookings, handling enquiries, and supporting smooth daily operations in busy environments. Holds a first-class honours degree in Photography with Video, bringing a strong eye for detail, presentation, and visual awareness. Passionate about building a long-term career in the spa and wellness sector, focused on creating tranquil, welcoming, and memorable guest experiences.
Overview
2026
2026
years of professional experience
3
3
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Classroom Assistant - Primary School
Newtownstewart Model Primary School
09.2025 - Current
- Supporting teachers and pupils in a fast-paced classroom environment.
- Demonstrating patience, adaptability, and teamwork under pressure.
Freelance Photographer
Self-Employed
Omagh
01.2024 - 01.2026
- Manage client bookings, enquiries, and scheduling with a professional and friendly approach.
- Establishing strong relationships with clients and communicating clearly to understand needs, leading to repeat business.
- Demonstrate independence, reliability, and attention to detail when managing multiple clients.
- Editing photos using software like Adobe Photoshop, ensuring delivery of the best possible images for clients.
- Managing social media platforms, boosting online presence and increasing client bookings.
Front of House Staff
Sperrin Restaurant
Omagh
01.2022 - Current
- Delivering consistently high standards of customer service in a busy hospitality environment.
- Welcoming guests, handling enquiries, and ensuring a positive customer experience.
- Managing orders and processing cash and card payments accurately.
- Supporting daily operations including reservations, communication between staff, and training of new team members.
- Developing strong multitasking, organisation, and teamwork skills directly transferable to reception work.
Personal Carer
Family Support Role
- Provide daily physical and emotional support for a sibling with special needs who uses a wheelchair.
- Assist with mobility, routines, and personal care, demonstrating responsibility and empathy.
Education
BA (Hons) - Photography with Video
Ulster University
Belfast 09.2022 - 06.2025
Certificate of Higher Education - Travel & Tourism Management
Ulster University
Coleraine /2021 - /2022
A-Levels -
Omagh High School
/2019 - /2021
GCSEs -
Omagh High School
Skills
- Customer Service
- Bookings
- Handling enquiries
- Organisation
- Time Management
- Multitasking
- Professional Telephone Communication
- Teamwork
- Adobe Creative Suite
- Communication skills
- Attention to Detail
- Reliability
- Professionalism
Affiliations
- Highland Dancing with multiple UKA awards
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Classroom Assistant - Primary School
Newtownstewart Model Primary School
09.2025 - Current
Freelance Photographer
Self-Employed
01.2024 - 01.2026
BA (Hons) - Photography with Video
Ulster University
09.2022 - 06.2025
Front of House Staff
Sperrin Restaurant
01.2022 - Current
Personal Carer
Family Support Role
Certificate of Higher Education - Travel & Tourism Management
Ulster University
/2021 - /2022
A-Levels -
Omagh High School
/2019 - /2021
GCSEs -
Omagh High School