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Work history
Education
Skills
Interests
Additional Information
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Deborah Barley

Burton on Trent,Derbyshire
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Deborah Barley

Summary

I have a proven ability to develop creative, effective and successful event strategies. Possesses excellent communication and interpersonal skills to establish and maintain positive working relationships. .Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Hardworking and passionate and ready to help team achieve company goals.

Overview

41
years of professional experience

Work history

Pasty and Pie
Overfields farm, Staffordshire

Creative Director
10.2019 - Current

Job overview

  • Managed bespoke campaigns aligned with clients' creative vision.
  • Identified creative growth opportunities and developed pitch presentations for new and existing clients.
  • Led end-to-end campaign ideation and creative direction for full client base.
  • Spearheaded brainstorming and collaboration across internal teams to streamline operations.
  • Mentored and developed team, cultivating environment of sustained creativity and professional growth.
  • Took ownership of enterprise-wide creative work, supporting quality, accessibility and effectiveness.
  • Evaluated and contributed to creative team ideas, translating into actionable project plans.
  • Developed on-brief and on-brand client campaign ideas and creative outputs.
  • Kept up to date with client developments and industry trends to identify potential opportunities.
  • Met with clients to discuss project progress and answer key questions.

The Greyhound

Waitress

Job overview

  • In Botcheston Village, where I ran the restaurant on my own and later as a manager of 4 restaurant staff
  • I was involved in the general running of the pub
  • I also helped in the kitchen preparing starters and puddings
  • I was also involved in choosing dishes to feature on the menu., in Botcheston Village, where I ran the restaurant on my own and later as a manager of 4 staff
  • I was involved in the general running of the pub
  • I also helped in the kitchen preparing starters and puddings
  • I was also involved in choosing dishes to feature on the menu.
  • Provided friendly, courteous service, maximising positive customer satisfaction ratings.
  • Regularly communicated with kitchen and bar staff to maintain smooth front of house operations, minimising potential service delays.
  • Served meals and drinks with professionalism and skill, maintaining high presentation and quality standards.

Lorelei X

Owner
08.2018 - Current

Job overview

  • In addition to this I have been a full-time mum to 2 children so obviously there are career breaks in my CV
  • I am currently designing luxury swimwear and lingerie
  • I aspire to create bespoke pieces that make women look beautiful, glamorous and sexy
  • I showcased my designs at a Fashion Event at Stoke Park, London earlier this year.

Mobile Spray Tan Artist
Newborough, Staffordshire

Owner
06.2016 - Current

Job overview

  • I designed and set up a mobile spray tan business using a celebrity endorsed tanning solution.

The Posh Nosh Pub Co Ltd

Waitress/Bar Staff
09.2016 - 07.2017

Direct Telecoms Ltd
Uttoxetter, Staffordshire

Hostess/Waitress
01.2012 - 11.2015

Job overview

  • I was Front of House in a “meet and greet” role for events organised by the company and held at Uttoxeter racecourse
  • It was my role to ensure customers were catered for serving food and drinks ,and host their day at the races. Making sure they enjoyed their special day out .


Lyn Ashworth Bridal Wear
Arewas Hayes, Staffordshire

Make-Up Artist
01.2014 - 12.2014

Job overview

  • I was a Model for Lyn Ashworth Bridal designs and, Make up Artist for wedding fashion shows at Hoar Cross Hall and Alrewas Hayes in
  • Staffordshire.

The National Centre of Cosmetic Surgery
Birmingham

Trainee Sales Consultant
02.1997 - 11.1998

Job overview

I was a trainee sales person for the cosmetic surgery hospital. As part of my training I had to be present and witness operations performed by the surgeons .

Advanced Hair Studio
Birmingham

Hair Replacement Technician
02.1990 - 12.1997

Job overview

  • Specialised in the transformation of image in men
  • Responsibilities includes sales, making, fitting and styling hair pieces
  • Phycological and communication skills were of paramount importance in all aspects of emotional trauma
  • Clients included many famous celebrities.

Cover Shots International
Birmingham

Specialist
01.1993 - 01.1995

Job overview

  • Responsibilities included hair, make up, dressing, art direction with the use of props and accessories
  • Part of my role was to build client confidence so they achieved the very best out of their photo session
  • I have an eye for design and also sensitivity as often clients were emotional and would frequently share their problems
  • My job was to put them at ease and boost their confidence.

Let's Travel
Nottingham

Travel Consultant
01.1991 - 01.1993

Job overview

  • Specializing in holidays to the Canary islands.

Louise Dyson Model Agency
Birmingham, West Midlands

Photographic Model
01.1987 - 01.1989

Job overview

  • I worked as a photographic model and did promotion work which included Central TV road shows where I was responsible for the hospitality and care of the celebrities and guests on the TV stand at the major showgrounds and The Royal International Air Tatoo show.
  • Travelled to studios and set locations, arriving ahead of time and prepared for shoots.

Mobile Hairdresser

01.1985 - 01.1987

Job overview

I worked as a mobile hairdresser and Makeup Artist . I also did bridal hair and makeup and styling .

Fashion Retail Outlet
Wolverhampton

Retail Assistant
01.1983 - 01.1984

Education

Sandwell College

City and Guilds in Hairdressing & Beauty Therapy
1985

Dormston School

1983

Skills

  • Working in a team
  • Understand customer requirement quickly
  • Ability to progress quickly
  • Social media campaign management
  • Marketing campaign management
  • Budget development
  • Activation planning and management
  • Video and photoshoot management
  • Campaign budget management
  • Brand identity development
  • Event consulting
  • Event management
  • Concept creation

Interests

HOBBIES , Gym Fitness Dress Making Cooking Horse Riding

Additional Information

  • Relevant to the job applied for: Highly organised and personable waitress with experience providing exceptional customer service in both fine dining and casual dining establishments. Ability to memorise orders, wait tables, and cash out guests within a short time span. Connect and anticipate guests' needs resulting in building interpersonal relationships within a short period of time. Completed duties for opening and closing shifts, ensuring that the proper procedure was completed timely and free of error. Ran food to tables in a timely manner, ensuring that guests receive their food with all the specific modifications/requirements (food allergies etc.) 100% of the time. Helped guide guests through their dining experience by providing firsthand knowledge of food and beverage recommendations that would enhance their overall experience. Reported to the Head Waiter of the Food & Beverages division and worked in a group ranging from 2 to 10 staff. Utilised strong conflict resolution skills and developed good listening skills with both staff members and guests.

Languages

English
Beginner

Timeline

Creative Director

Pasty and Pie
10.2019 - Current

Owner

Lorelei X
08.2018 - Current

Waitress/Bar Staff

The Posh Nosh Pub Co Ltd
09.2016 - 07.2017

Owner

Mobile Spray Tan Artist
06.2016 - Current

Make-Up Artist

Lyn Ashworth Bridal Wear
01.2014 - 12.2014

Hostess/Waitress

Direct Telecoms Ltd
01.2012 - 11.2015

Trainee Sales Consultant

The National Centre of Cosmetic Surgery
02.1997 - 11.1998

Specialist

Cover Shots International
01.1993 - 01.1995

Travel Consultant

Let's Travel
01.1991 - 01.1993

Hair Replacement Technician

Advanced Hair Studio
02.1990 - 12.1997

Photographic Model

Louise Dyson Model Agency
01.1987 - 01.1989

Mobile Hairdresser
01.1985 - 01.1987

Retail Assistant

Fashion Retail Outlet
01.1983 - 01.1984

Waitress

The Greyhound

Sandwell College

City and Guilds in Hairdressing & Beauty Therapy

Dormston School

Deborah Barley