Summary
Proactive and energetic with a focus on using graphic design training to build a career foundation. Seeks out opportunities to go beyond basic course material and gain deeper understanding or hands-on experience.
Work history
Front of House Team Member
Astley Bank Hotel
Darwen, Blackburn with Darwen
2022.08 - Current
- Followed safe serving requirements, monitoring guest behaviour and discontinuing service to inebriated customers.
- Engaged with guests to create positive rapport, encouraging loyalty and repeat visits.
- Greeted customers warmly and professionally on arrival, promptly directing them to allocated tables.
Land Surveyor and graphic designer
NTB Survey
Darwen, Blackburn with Darwen
2020.12 - Current
- Employed design fundamentals when selecting typography, colour and layout.
- Produced digital advertising to showcase products and heighten brand engagement.
- Assisted with land surveying
Crew Member
McDonald's
Darwen, Blackburn with Darwen
2021.12 - 2022.08
- Supported store goals by maximising sales opportunities and providing great quality service.
- Achieved excellent customer service by greeting customers and meeting quality expectations.
- Acted as a team player by helping colleagues finish their tasks.
Young Leader
Blackburn Youth Zone
Darwen, Blackburn with Darwen
2020.08 - 2021.09
- Supported the development of children aged 8-12 and ensured they were within a safe and supportive environment. Using skills developed through young leaders training programs delivered through Blackburn Youth Zone.
General Worker
Brighter Blooms Nursery
Preston, Lancashire
2021.05 - 2021.06
- Worked as a team to maintain a commercial nursery; responsible for weeding, planting, pruning, and watering as well as general maintenance.
Youth Ambassador
Blackburn youth Zone
Darwen, Lancashire
2020.09 - 2021.05
- Promoted community involvement and volunteering among young people.
- Collaborated with a group of volunteers to run young person-centred youth clubs.
- Role-modelled positive behaviour and interpersonal skills.
Education
A-Levels - creative
2021.09 - 2023.05
- graphic design A*
- Photography A
- Film Studies Merit
- Received Next steps Bursary
Skills
- Ability to effectively plan
- Originality
- Research skills
- Teamwork skills
- Photography
- Cinematography
- Social skill
- Adobe Photoshop and Illustrator
- Adaptability
- High performance under pressure
Timeline
Front of House Team Member - Astley Bank Hotel
2022.08 - Current
Crew Member - McDonald's
2021.12 - 2022.08
Darwen Aldridge Enterprise Studio - A-Levels, creative
2021.09 - 2023.05
General Worker - Brighter Blooms Nursery
2021.05 - 2021.06
Land Surveyor and graphic designer - NTB Survey
2020.12 - Current
Youth Ambassador - Blackburn youth Zone
2020.09 - 2021.05
Young Leader - Blackburn Youth Zone
2020.08 - 2021.09