Julie Bremner
Sheffield
Summary
Passionate Florist dedicated to delivering exceptional floral arrangements and experiences. Achieved recognition for contributions by providing floral displays for Downing Street during British Flower Week, complemented by delivering workshops at Kew Gardens, fostering connections with industry experts. Committed to continuous improvement and excellence in floral design.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
year of post-secondary education
Work history
Florist
Morrisons plc
Sheffield, Yorkshire
2024.05 - Current
- Managed daily flower shop operations for seamless business flow.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by providing personalised floral arrangements.
- Prepared bespoke bouquets for special occasions to meet client needs.
- Created funeral arrangements with respect and sensitivity during difficult times.
- Coordinated with team members to deliver high-quality service under peak times.
- Organised weekly fresh flower orders from wholesalers, maintaining optimal freshness.
- Inspected incoming cut materials for quality assurance.
- Assisted in organising flower delivery schedules, improving efficiency and punctuality.
- Designed window displays to increase foot traffic and sales.
- Packed and wrapped gifts with decorative details to match customer preferences.
- Prepared orders for customers with wrapped, bagged and boxed items.
- Cleaned vases and swept floors to uphold shop cleanliness.
- Shared knowledge throughout department to encourage development of floristry skills among coworkers.
Freelance florist
self employed
Sheffield, Yorkshire
2022.05 - Current
- Prepared bespoke bouquets for special occasions to meet client needs.
- Designed and assembled floral displays using various construction techniques.
- Showcased creative designs at local floral and seasonal markets, attracting new clientele.
- Created funeral arrangements with respect and sensitivity during difficult times.
- Transported and set up floral arrangements for large-scale functions in line with customer requirements.
- Coordinated with team members to ensure timely delivery of high-quality service during peak times.
- Streamlined flower delivery schedules to enhance punctuality and improve customer satisfaction.
- Received orders in person, by phone and online, processing within allocated timeframes.
- Streamlined flower delivery schedules to enhance punctuality and improve customer satisfaction. to enhance efficiency and ensure punctuality.
florist and workshop leader
Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew
London, Richmond upon Thames
2018.12 - 2021.11
- Teaching and guiding participants in floristry techniques.
- Ensured participant satisfaction by delivering engaging experiences during workshops.
- delivering workshops to friends and patrons of kew gardens
- Implemented sustainability techniques in planning and executing workshops to promote eco-friendly practices.
- Compiled risk assessment reports for workshops, identifying hazards and enhancing safety protocols for participants.
- Preparation, time management, and pack down of events
- Produced accessible wreath making tutorials on YouTube to provide creative outlets for viewers during the pandemic.
Event support
Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew
London, Richmond upon Thames
2018.06 - 2018.12
- Coordinated event logistics and support to ensure seamless execution and attendee satisfaction.
- Delivered logistical support during fundraising events, facilitating successful outcomes and positive participant experiences.
- Developed schedules for events, managing timelines and resources effectively.
- Evaluated event risks to ensure safety and compliance.
- Conducted debrief sessions with "friends" and "patrons" to gather feedback and enhance future events.
- Coordinating diaries with regard to access and availability of key "experts" conducting workshops.
Education
NVQ Level 2 - floristry
Capel Manor college
London 2015.09 - 2016.06
Skills
- Bespoke floral creations
- Flower displays
- Seasonal displays
- Sustainable sourcing
- Sustainability knowledge
- Visual merchandising
- Creative thinking
Websites
Accomplishments
*Selected to designed and delivered flowers to Downing street as part of a small group on behalf of BFA during british flower week, resulting in a tour of number 10.
*Delivering floristry workshops in the Nash Conservatory at Royal Botanic Gardens.
* It was also an houour to meet King Charles, (although improptu) as part of the event team making his visit to the gardens seemless.
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Florist
Morrisons plc
2024.05 - Current
Freelance florist
self employed
2022.05 - Current
florist and workshop leader
Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew
2018.12 - 2021.11
Event support
Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew
2018.06 - 2018.12
NVQ Level 2 - floristry
Capel Manor college
2015.09 - 2016.06