CHARLIE WHITTEN
Muswell Hill,London
Summary
I am experienced in retail management with a strong background in brand awareness raising and community engagement. Since working in a professional photography setting, I have become proficient in web design basics, product photography, and photographic composition, demonstrating creative vision and technical equipment knowledge. Working in retail has made me learn how to juggling multiple assignments, become resilient under pressure, and skilled in queuing management, price scanning, returns and exchange handling. Leadership in retail settings includes staff training and credit card transaction processing.
Overview
5
5
years of post-secondary education
2
2
years of professional experience
Work history
E-COMMERCE & MARKETING ASSISTANT (PART TIME)
GemoriesUK
Muswell Hill, Haringey
2025.09 - Current
- Supported online shop launch by coordinating product planning, pricing, and setup, ensuring a seamless customer experience.
- Managed social media accounts, creating engaging content that increased brand awareness and audience engagement.
- Captured product photographs for website and social channels, enhancing visual appeal and clarity for customers.
- Evaluated designs for market choice using trends, cost, and audience appeal.
- Reviewed supplier options for quality and pricing by reviewing options and recommending stock for purchase.
EVENT PHOTOGRAPHER
All Dogs Matter Charity
London
2026.03 - 2026.09
- Managed photo archive effectively, facilitating easy retrieval when needed.
- Performed rigorous quality checks before delivering final prints to clients, ensuring only top-tier products were provided.
- Pitched innovative photo package options to potential clients successfully leading to increased bookings.
- Captured high-quality images at events to document significant moments. at various events, enhancing overall experience.
- Developed unique photographic perspectives, improving the diversity of gallery offerings.
RETAIL VOLUNTEER - FULL TIME
All Dogs Matter Charity
Muswell Hill, Haringey
2026.03 - 2026.09
- Greet customers warmly, answer questions, and process purchases at the till to enhance customer experience.
- Handle card and cash payments accurately, ensuring smooth transaction flow and customer satisfaction.
- Sort and price donations to facilitate easy access for customers, contributing to effective inventory management.
COMMUNITY SUPPORT VOLUNTEER
The city of Elliot Lake
Elliot Lake, ONTARIO
2025.11 - 2025.12
- Assisted community members with practical tasks and daily coordination to improve their daily living.
- Coordinated packing and transportation for community members during house moves to ensure smooth transitions.
- Provided after-school childminding with safe, supportive care for children.
- Built independent working skills through adaptable, hands-on support and teamwork.
- Organised tables and displays at local craft fairs to improve event visibility and engagement.
- Maintained cleanliness of event spaces by collecting rubbish, organising furniture, and sanitising surfaces.
FRONT OF HOUSE STAFF - FULL TIME
The Admiralty Pub
London
2025.08 - 2025.09
- Provided attentive customer service across pub floors, bar, and tables to enhance guest experience.
- Resolved diverse customer inquiries confidently during busy hospitality shifts to maintain service quality.
- Communicated daily with customers and coordinated with team members for smooth service.
- Supported bartenders by restocking, cleaning, and assisting during peak times to ensure efficient bar operations.
- Assisted bartenders by restocking supplies and maintaining cleanliness during busy shifts. by restocking, cleaning, and assisting bartenders during peak periods.
TEACHER (WORK EXPERIENCE PLACEMENT)
Nest Nursery
London
2024.07 - 2024.07
- Supported day-to-day care of young children through engaging play-based and structured activities, promoting their development and learning.
- Maintained a clean, supervised environment, ensuring children's safety and wellbeing during activities.
- Facilitated effective communication among children, parents, and staff, fostering a supportive community.
- Prepared classroom materials by tidying spaces and supporting activity planning.
- Exhibited reliability by consistently completing tasks on time and supporting team members.
Education
A-Levels - Media Studies
Alexandra Park School
London 2023.09 - 2025.06
A-Levels - Photography
Alexandra Park School
London 2023.09 - 2025.06
A-Levels - History
Alexandra Park School
London 2023.09 - 2025.06
Skills
- E-commerce platform management
- E-commerce visual merchandising
- Digital marketing tools
- Brand awareness
- Brand storytelling through imagery
- Community engagement
- Event photography skills
- Inventory management
- Payment processing systems
- Customer flow optimisation
- Price scanning
- Returns handling
- Team coordination
- Staff training
- Multi-tasking
- Resilient under pressure
- Creative direction
Disclaimer
REFERENCES AVAILABLE UPON REQUEST
Affiliations
- Photography
- Film making
- Guitar
- Drawing
- Travelling
- Making people laugh
Timeline
EVENT PHOTOGRAPHER
All Dogs Matter Charity
2026.03 - 2026.09
RETAIL VOLUNTEER - FULL TIME
All Dogs Matter Charity
2026.03 - 2026.09
COMMUNITY SUPPORT VOLUNTEER
The city of Elliot Lake
2025.11 - 2025.12
E-COMMERCE & MARKETING ASSISTANT (PART TIME)
GemoriesUK
2025.09 - Current
FRONT OF HOUSE STAFF - FULL TIME
The Admiralty Pub
2025.08 - 2025.09
TEACHER (WORK EXPERIENCE PLACEMENT)
Nest Nursery
2024.07 - 2024.07
A-Levels - Media Studies
Alexandra Park School
2023.09 - 2025.06
A-Levels - Photography
Alexandra Park School
2023.09 - 2025.06
A-Levels - History
Alexandra Park School
2023.09 - 2025.06