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Caitlin Richards

Liverpool
Caitlin Richards

Summary

Hello, My name is Caitlin, I currently own a small business creating Logos,Websites and Branding called DreamDesignSocials. I am an accomplished Graphic Designer offering 3 years of field experience. Demonstrated success in project management, team leadership and schedule coordination. Fluent in multiple designing programs. As having experience in running a small business with excellent business reviews I also have experience in developing marketing strategies, identifying business opportunities and generating sales in social media management.

Overview

3
years of professional experience
6
years of post-secondary education

Work history

McDermott Smith Law
Liverpool

Claims Handler
10.2022 - Current

Job overview

  • Built and managed effective internal and external relationships with all involved parties.
  • Communicated with clients to gather data and evaluate service needs.
  • Achieved established service targets and KPIs with consistently positive client feedback.
  • Kept clients well-informed of claim updates and case progress.
  • Escalated critical claims or complex situations to supervisor for review.
  • Obtained clear photographic evidence to support customer claims.
  • Gathered, recorded, and distributed complete documentary evidence.
  • Achieved positive claim outcomes through careful case management.

ProMedia
Liverpool

Account Manager
02.2022 - 10.2022

Job overview

  • Delivered high level of service to clients to maintain and extend relationships for future business opportunities.
  • Handled customer concerns and complaints to resolve issues and build loyalty.
  • Produced management team reports on account health and target delivery.
  • Retained existing customer accounts through consistent engagement and sales data analysis.
  • Conducted market and competitor analysis to identify growth opportunities.
  • Oversaw account growth sales activities from inception to contract.

Starbucks Coffee
Liverpool

Barista
10.2021 - 01.2022

Job overview

  • Fulfilled personalised orders with speciality milk options, meeting strict dietary requirements.
  • Thoroughly cleaned and maintained coffee machines, reducing faults and issues for smooth, efficient service.
  • Prepared and served hot and cold beverages promptly, maintaining temperature, quality and presentation.
  • Maintained clean, organised cafe workspaces, enabling co-workers to readily locate required supplies.
  • Trained new and junior staff members on coffee-making techniques, including grinding, steaming and latte art.

Maggie Fu
Liverpool

Waitress
06.2021 - 12.2021

Job overview

  • Kept guest tables neat and tidy by regularly clearing away dirty dishes and used glasses and wiping down surfaces.
  • Provided friendly, courteous service, maximising positive customer satisfaction ratings.
  • Created friendly, welcoming atmosphere to encourage positive guest experiences, prolonging visits to increase profitability.
  • Performed bar closing duties, thoroughly cleaning, sanitising and replenishing stock.
  • Served meals and drinks with professionalism and skill, maintaining high presentation and quality standards.

Little Angels Nursery
Liverpool

Early Years Practitioner
01.2021 - 05.2021

Job overview

  • Applied Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) framework knowledge to drive curriculum attainment.
  • Cared for babies from changing nappies to managing nap schedules.
  • Coordinated age-appropriate activities to enhance learning development, including art, music and physical pursuits.
  • Adapted activities to support Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) pupils.
  • Managed and administered medications and minor first aid treatments, prioritising child safety and wellbeing.

FlipOut Aintree
Liverpool

Cafe Manager
09.2020 - 12.2020

Job overview

  • Purchased required quantities of necessary restaurant items, including food, beverages, equipment and supplies.
  • Interacted positively with customers, effectively promoting restaurant facilities and services.
  • Maintained safe working and guest environments, reducing injury and incident risks.
  • Conducted health, safety and sanitation process evaluations, immediately identifying and remedying violations.
  • Promoted positive atmosphere and went above and beyond to guarantee each customer received exceptional food and service.

Education

Liverpool Institute for Performing Arts
Liverpool

SVQ Level 3 from Graphic Design
09.2021 - 07.2022

Liverpool Institute for Performing Arts
Liverpool

SVQ Level 2 from Art & Graphic Design
09.2020 - 07.2021

Maghull High School
Liverpool

GCSEs from All levels of study.
09.2015 - 07.2020

Skills

  • Adobe InDesign
  • Mastery of Adobe Creative Suite
  • Digital design
  • Website design
  • Budgeting techniques
  • Branding strategies
  • Visual design
  • Sketching
  • Logo creation
  • PC and Mac platforms
  • Website graphics
  • Customer assistance
  • B2C sales and service
  • Superb time management

Timeline

Claims Handler

McDermott Smith Law
10.2022 - Current

Account Manager

ProMedia
02.2022 - 10.2022

Barista

Starbucks Coffee
10.2021 - 01.2022

Liverpool Institute for Performing Arts

SVQ Level 3 from Graphic Design
09.2021 - 07.2022

Waitress

Maggie Fu
06.2021 - 12.2021

Early Years Practitioner

Little Angels Nursery
01.2021 - 05.2021

Cafe Manager

FlipOut Aintree
09.2020 - 12.2020

Liverpool Institute for Performing Arts

SVQ Level 2 from Art & Graphic Design
09.2020 - 07.2021

Maghull High School

GCSEs from All levels of study.
09.2015 - 07.2020
Caitlin Richards