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Work history
Education
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Alfie Riches

Newcastle upon Tyne,Wallsend

Summary

Through my various roles in work, hobbies and education I have cultivated a outgoing patient social nature learning how to effectively take requests from others and aid them with issues they may have. I have learned perseverance and calmness from my various roles which can aid to effectively work in a fast paced environment.

Overview

1
1
year of professional experience

Work history

Photographer

self employed
Newcastle upon Tyne
01.2023 - Current
  • Resized photographs for use on social media platforms and websites.
  • Photographed high-quality images for both print and internet distribution.
  • Accurately assessed photoshoot requirements, materials and conditions to determine appropriate equipment selection.
  • Approached various individuals and organisations to achieve opportunities such as securing a place at Busker's Night's in both Alfie and Finn's as well as The Surf Café


Youth Councilor

North Tyneside Council
Newcastle upon Tyne
03.2022 - Current
  • Worked for over a year in a community orientated role
  • Ran for North Tyneside member of youth parliament in 2023 and came second which required speaking Infront of hundreds of people on numerous occasions
  • served as committee leader for the equality and diversity committee from may 2022 to may 2023 which required leadership skills such as patience and perseverance
  • Involved in numerous charity events associated with North Tyneside council such as aiding in pioneering and running a currently operating swap shop which requires planning and people skills.
  • Participated in numerous events with members of the public ,such as state of the area events, demonstrating an ability to communicate and listen.
  • Worked directly in a professional capacity with important members of various charities and organisation's such as Walking With and Bernandos
  • Served in numerous committee's including: The equality and diversity committee, The environment committee and the Ready for Life committee demonstrating an ability to adapt my skills to the situation at hand.

Bakery Assistant

earth and fire bakery
Newcastle upon Tyne
07.2022 - 08.2022
  • Handled bakery transactions and operated cash registers with accuracy.
  • Followed baker's instructions, multitasking to complete tasks in target timeframes.
  • Calculated required timescales and quantities using basic numeracy skills.
  • Delivered outstanding customer service to improve word-of-mouth recommendations.
  • Learned new skills required to adapt to a fast pace environment quickly

Education

GCSEs - All key subjects as well as French, Computer studies and History

St Thomas More Roman Catholic Academy, North Shields
09.2018 -
  • Elected as a Student Councilor for in 2023
  • Continuing education in English literature, Philosophy and Geography
  • Selected for a trip to Jesus College in Cambridge University by the University in an initiative to scout out future
  • Competed in numerous writing competitions including a competition with the Lit and Phil
  • Gave numerous speeches to various years surrounding projects I was involved in with North Tyneside Council.

Skills

  • Solution-focused techniques
  • Understanding of social issues
  • Patience and Understanding
  • An ability to communicate effectively with people and assist them with their needs
  • An ability to quickly adapt to situations
  • An ability to learn quickly in high pressure environments
  • A developed outgoing and sociable nature
  • An ability to easily approach others and initiate conversation

Languages

English
Native

Timeline

Photographer - self employed
01.2023 - Current
Bakery Assistant - earth and fire bakery
07.2022 - 08.2022
Youth Councilor - North Tyneside Council
03.2022 - Current
St Thomas More Roman Catholic Academy - GCSEs, All key subjects as well as French, Computer studies and History
09.2018 -

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