Hi, I’m
CARYS MAI HUGHES
Cardiff,Vale of Glamorgan
Summary
Seeking employment as a Ride Leader and Event Host/ Coordinator.
I am a dependable, bubbly, and energetic extrovert, with a warm, kind, and positive personality, enthusiastic work ethic, and excellent interpersonal skills.
I have cycle toured extensively through the Swiss, French, and Italian Alps, the Dolomites, Picos, Pyrenees, Swiss and Italian Lakes, Canary Islands, Balearic Islands, the Algarve, the South of Spain and France, and parts of the States. Needless to say, I love cycling, and therefore come equipped with cycle knowledge, etiquette, banter...and plenty of it.
Additionally, I have over 19 years of experience working in the hospitality and events industry, and believe these experiences, alongside my passion for the great outdoors, mountains, coastlines, and good food will make me a valuable asset to your team.
Overview
16
years of professional experience
3
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Snowline Media LtdUK
Banff Mountain Film Festival Presenter / Host
2023.02 - Current (3 education.years_Label & 4 education.months_Label)
Job overview
On stage host for the UK and Ireland Banff Mountain Film Festival World Tour, presenting to audiences between 500 - 1600
Snowline Media LtdUK
Ocean Film Festival World Tour Presenter / Host
2023.09 - Current (2 education.years_Label & 9 education.months_Label)
Job overview
On stage host for the Ocean Film Festival World Tour, responsible for the sequential delivery of audience facing entertainment, including partner/ sponsor, and film producer/ director introductions, and live prize draw
Scarlett EntertainmentWorldwide
Presenter and Event Coordinator
2023.09 - Current (2 education.years_Label & 9 education.months_Label)
Job overview
Scarlet Entertainment representative, responsible for international client liaison and contractor management to facilitate event logistics
Self-Supported
Career Break to pursue Professional Triathlon
2022.02 - 2023.02 (1 education.year_Label)
Job overview
- Winner of the Welsh Triathlon Super Series 2022
- Winner of the UK Long Course Weekend (Half) 2022 & 2023
- Age Group winner at Mallorca Ironman 70.3 and Swansea Ironman 70.3
- Qualifier for the Ironman 70.3 World Champs 2022, 2023 and Duathlon World Champs 2023
- Winner of the ROC Trilogy Series 2023
- Ambassador for: HUUB, Heathwood Swimming, Tri Potential, Tweeks Cycles, Agilis Sport, Welsh Triathlon, SWYD Events, Front Runner Events, Activity Wales Events, Tough Runner Events, Hospital Innovations
Cardiff Metropolitan UniversityCardiff / Worldwide
International Marketing and Recruitment Officer
2019.02 - 2023.04 (4 education.years_Label & 2 education.months_Label)
Cardiff Metropolitan UniversityCardiff
Lecturer in Business, Marketing, and Events
2015.09 - 2023.04 (7 education.years_Label & 7 education.months_Label)
Coleg Cymraeg Cenedlaethol
Lecturer in Business (Welsh Medium)
2015.09 - 2019.02 (3 education.years_Label & 5 education.months_Label)
UEFACardiff
UEFA Partner and Contractor Coordinator
2017.08 - 2017.09 (1 education.month_Label)
Job overview
- Key member of the production of the UEFA Championships 2017
- Responsible for communicating with and coordinating contractors, plant and movement on the production site
- Delivering welcome and health and safety briefings for all production crews
- Management of Bone Yard logistics
NATOCardiff
NATO Summit Hospitality Team (2014)
2014.09 - 2014.09
Classic Firework and SFX LtdUK
Flame and Firework Operator
2012.09 - 2019.02 (6 education.years_Label & 5 education.months_Label)
The Hardwick (Stephen Terry and Lisa Wright)UK
Events Supervisor
2012.09 - 2016.09 (4 education.years_Label)
Job overview
- Supervising front of house execution at Pop-up Michelin Star Charity Dinners
WOW Event Hire LtdUK
Events Supervisor and Decorator
2012.09 - 2015.09 (3 education.years_Label)
Cardiff Metropolitan UniversityCardiff
Student and voluntary event work experiences
2012.09 - 2015.09 (3 education.years_Label)
Job overview
- BA (Hons) Events Management
- Paid and voluntary event work experiences including, Glastonbury Festival (West Holts Stage), Autumn Internationals and 6 Nations Rugby Events, Bournemouth Proms in the Park, Celtic Manor Corporate Events
UKExamples include:
Pre University Jobs
2008.05 - 2012.09 (4 education.years_Label & 4 education.months_Label)
Job overview
- Front of House Manager at Barfive, Fishguard
- Receptionist at Fishguard Health Centre, Fishguard
- Teacher Assistant at Ysgol Bro Ingli, Newport Pembs,
- Duty Manager at Tesco, Goodwick
- Care Worker at Elliot's Hill Ltd, Haverfordwest
- Service Manager at Two Mile Bay Watersport and Sailing Centre, Taupo NZL
- Snorkel Guide at Poseidon Outer Reef Day Cruise, Port Douglas, Australia
Education
Cardiff Metropolitan UniversityCardiff
BA (Hons) from Events Management
2012.09 - 2015.09 (3 education.years_Label)
University overview
Awarded 'Student of the Year' prize for best overall performance
Skills
- Sport Specific Hosting and Presenting
- Marketing and Promotion
- Event Logistic Management
- Sport Hospitality Specialist
- Team Leader and Motivator
- Networking
Languages
English
Fluent
Welsh
Native
Spanish
Elementary
Timeline
Ocean Film Festival World Tour Presenter / Host
Snowline Media Ltd
2023.09 - Current (2 education.years_Label & 9 education.months_Label)
Presenter and Event Coordinator
Scarlett Entertainment
2023.09 - Current (2 education.years_Label & 9 education.months_Label)
Banff Mountain Film Festival Presenter / Host
Snowline Media Ltd
2023.02 - Current (3 education.years_Label & 4 education.months_Label)
Career Break to pursue Professional Triathlon
Self-Supported
2022.02 - 2023.02 (1 education.year_Label)
International Marketing and Recruitment Officer
Cardiff Metropolitan University
2019.02 - 2023.04 (4 education.years_Label & 2 education.months_Label)
UEFA Partner and Contractor Coordinator
UEFA
2017.08 - 2017.09 (1 education.month_Label)
Lecturer in Business, Marketing, and Events
Cardiff Metropolitan University
2015.09 - 2023.04 (7 education.years_Label & 7 education.months_Label)
Lecturer in Business (Welsh Medium)
Coleg Cymraeg Cenedlaethol
2015.09 - 2019.02 (3 education.years_Label & 5 education.months_Label)
NATO Summit Hospitality Team (2014)
NATO
2014.09 - 2014.09
Flame and Firework Operator
Classic Firework and SFX Ltd
2012.09 - 2019.02 (6 education.years_Label & 5 education.months_Label)
Events Supervisor
The Hardwick (Stephen Terry and Lisa Wright)
2012.09 - 2016.09 (4 education.years_Label)
Events Supervisor and Decorator
WOW Event Hire Ltd
2012.09 - 2015.09 (3 education.years_Label)
Student and voluntary event work experiences
Cardiff Metropolitan University
2012.09 - 2015.09 (3 education.years_Label)
Cardiff Metropolitan University
BA (Hons) from Events Management
2012.09 - 2015.09 (3 education.years_Label)
Pre University Jobs
UK
2008.05 - 2012.09 (4 education.years_Label & 4 education.months_Label)