Harry Rhodes
Wakefield
Summary
Accomplished professional specialising in operations management, proofreading, and customer service delivery. Proven skills in transaction processing, employee onboarding, and effective problem-solving. Recognised for exceptional attention to detail and critical thinking abilities. Dedicated to enhancing operational efficiency and achieving high-quality results.
Overview
7
7
years of post-secondary education
21
21
years of professional experience
Work history
Wax Jacket Restoration
Mallin & Son
Ossett, West Yorkshire
2025.10 - Current
- Maintained and ensured functionality of specialist equipment to support operations.
- Learned new skills and adapted methods to enhance workflow efficiency.
- Ensured workplace safety through consistent use of PPE and adherence to protocols.
- Completed assigned tasks accurately under tight deadlines consistently and reliably.
Editor
Vapour Magazine
Ossett, West Yorkshire
2021.11 - 2024.03
- Edited interviews and features for publication, maintaining narrative focus and adhering to best practices.
- Wrote and edited news releases and feature stories on industry-specific topics to inform and engage target audience.
- Ensured adherence of written content to style guides and grammar rules, enhancing clarity and professionalism.
Retail Manager
Vapour Worx
Ossett, West Yorkshire
2016.05 - 2024.03
- Led, coached, and developed retail employees to achieve sales goals.
- Ensured accurate pricing and optimal stock levels of merchandise to enhance customer satisfaction.
- Maintained inventory accuracy and streamlined stock management through bespoke systems.
- Monitored inventory and coordinated supply orders to maintain product availability.
Columnist
Vapour Magazine
Ossett, West Yorkshire
2016.05 - 2021.11
- Generated ideas and material for columns and commentaries through analysis of news, current issues, and personal experiences.
- Collaborated with editors to prioritise and refine column topics and positions.
- Crafted personal commentaries, columns, and product reviews for targeted industry audiences.
Guitar Teacher
Trad Music
Wakefield, West Yorkshire
2006.01 - 2016.05
- Diversified teaching methods and instructional materials to engage students with varying needs and interests.
- Selected and produced instructional materials tailored to individual student projects, enhancing learning relevance.
- Created a stimulating learning environment for increased student engagement.
- Mentored aspiring young musicians refining their craft further.
Education
Retail Knowledge Course -
Wakefield College
WakefieldITQ2 (BTEC Equivalent) - European Computer Driving License
Learn Direct
WakefieldBTEC - Music Technology
Leeds College of Music
Leeds 2005.09 - 2007.07
AS Level -
Ossett School Sixth Form College
Ossett 2004.09 - 2005.07
GCSE -
Ossett School
Ossett 1999.09 - 2004.07
Skills
- Equipment maintenance
- Operations management
- Content quality assurance
- Customer service delivery
- Transaction processing
- Attention to detail
- Problem-solving skills
- Critical thinking
- Employee onboarding
Voluntary work experience
- Trad Music, Retail Assistant, Wakefield, West Yorkshire, 2006-2016, Part-time, commission based position to gain experience in customer service delivery. Recommended and demonstrated merchandise based on customer needs and desires.
- The Salvation Army, Volunteer, Wakefield, West Yorkshire, 08/2015 - 09/2015, Operated cash registers to process customer transactions. Maintained merchandise on sales floor by stocking racks, counters, and displays. Sorted through and organised public donations ready for sales floor.
Affiliations
- I am an avid musician with an extensive background covering multiple disciplines within the music industry. As an enthusiastic and independent home music producer, I use advanced production software on small and large scale projects, many of which have received airplay and distribution. As an experienced multi-instrumentalist I have toured nationally, received BBC radio airplay, and written and performed on several internationally distributed releases. Behind the scenes, I have helped organise live events, provided technical services in live sound production, and performed as a to-spec studio session musician.
Timeline
Wax Jacket Restoration
Mallin & Son
2025.10 - Current
Editor
Vapour Magazine
2021.11 - 2024.03
Retail Manager
Vapour Worx
2016.05 - 2024.03
Columnist
Vapour Magazine
2016.05 - 2021.11
Guitar Teacher
Trad Music
2006.01 - 2016.05
BTEC - Music Technology
Leeds College of Music
2005.09 - 2007.07
AS Level -
Ossett School Sixth Form College
2004.09 - 2005.07
GCSE -
Ossett School
1999.09 - 2004.07
ITQ2 (BTEC Equivalent) - European Computer Driving License
Learn Direct
Retail Knowledge Course -
Wakefield College