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Alexander Wood

Brighton,East Sussex

Summary

A skilled professional with expertise in UI and UX design, leveraging design thinking methodology to drive innovative solutions. Proficient in SolidWorks, InDesign, and Photoshop, demonstrating strong sketching proficiency and collaborative ideation skills. Adept at product marketing with a comprehensive understanding of the product lifecycle. Confident in delivering presentations that effectively communicate complex ideas. Career goals include advancing in product design and marketing to create impactful user experiences.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience

Work history

Assistant manager/ Barrista

Hellenic Bakery
Brighton, East Sussex
05.2023 - 03.2025


  • Delegated tasks to team members efficiently improving overall productivity.
  • Provided excellent customer service leading to repeat business and customer loyalty.
  • Coordinated with management on operational issues providing solutions for better efficiency.

Waiter and Bartender

Rock Recruitment
Brighton, East Sussex
06.2022 - 10.2022
  • Demonstrated proficiency in using Point of Sale systems for accurate billing.
  • Maintained knowledge of menu items, leading to accurate order taking.


Catering assistant

Gather & Gather
Worthing, West Sussex
05.2022 - 08.2022
  • Ensured freshness of ingredients by properly storing them according to food hygiene standards.
  • Provided excellent customer service, ensuring guest satisfaction.

Steward

Amex stadium
Brighton, Brighton and Hove
05.2021 - 11.2021
  • Addressed customer complaints promptly, fostering improved customer relationships..
  • Met passengers at entrance, verified tickets and directed individuals to locations.

Work experience

Fielden Clegg Bradley Architects
Bath, Bath and North East Somerset
06.2019 - 07.2019

Designed, built model and presented to the large architect’s team my design for a visitor centre adjoining a pub in Bath. Work included 2D technical drawings. Sketch-up 3D modelling and solid works model building.

Waiter

The White Horse
Chippenham, Wiltshire
06.2017 - 03.2018

Education

Bachelor of Science - Product design

University of Sussex
Brighton
09/2021 - 05/2025

Foundation Degree in Science - Design and Business

University of Sussex
Brighton
09/2020 - 05/2021

A-Levels - Maths, Physics, Art

Hardenhuish Sixth Form
Chippenham, Wiltshire
09/2018 - 02/2020

GCSEs - Maths, Statistics, Physics, Geography, Biology, Chemistry, Art, Drama, English Literature, English L

Hardenhuish School
Chippenham, Wiltshire
09/2013 - 07/2018

Skills

  • Confidence with presentations
  • UI and UX design
  • Design thinking methodology
  • SolidWorks knowledge
  • Collaborative ideation
  • InDesign experience
  • Product marketing understanding
  • Knowledge of product lifecycle
  • Sketching proficiency
  • Photoshop use

Custom

Digital Skills

Graphic Design

Adobe Photoshop

Adobe Indesign

Adobe Premier 

Adobe Creative Suite

Solidworks

Sketching and Ideation


Timeline

Assistant manager/ Barrista

Hellenic Bakery
05.2023 - 03.2025

Waiter and Bartender

Rock Recruitment
06.2022 - 10.2022

Catering assistant

Gather & Gather
05.2022 - 08.2022

Steward

Amex stadium
05.2021 - 11.2021

Work experience

Fielden Clegg Bradley Architects
06.2019 - 07.2019

Waiter

The White Horse
06.2017 - 03.2018

Bachelor of Science - Product design

University of Sussex
09/2021 - 05/2025

Foundation Degree in Science - Design and Business

University of Sussex
09/2020 - 05/2021

A-Levels - Maths, Physics, Art

Hardenhuish Sixth Form
09/2018 - 02/2020

GCSEs - Maths, Statistics, Physics, Geography, Biology, Chemistry, Art, Drama, English Literature, English L

Hardenhuish School
09/2013 - 07/2018
Alexander Wood