Krystian Gorka
IT Support
Brighton
Summary
An enthusiastic, contentious person who is hard-working and self- motivated. Well-organized, with good experience in a project or team management. Independent and reliable, with natural problem solving abilities and passion to search for issues. Works well in a team as well as individually. Learns quickly and can adapt working style to the environment he is working in.
I study at the moment Data Science and Agile Systems Engineering at University of Maryland through edX platform, and Microsoft Azure Fundamentals (level 5) at Microsoft Learning platform.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
7
7
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Website Manager
www.thewickedsound.com
06.2019 - Current
- The Wicked Sound is a daily web publication on modern music across the genres of jazz, soul, funk, reggae, and hip-hop music with a readership of 6000+ monthly unique page views
- Conceptualized, planned and executed original designs using Adober Photoshop and Illustrator for wide range of website properties.
- Daily tasks include creating and editing a content calendar and all written materials, administrating content management systems and analytics tools, on-page SEO optimization, installing plugins, improving page loading speed and internal linking.
- Tested and debugged site updates and prevented functional flaws from impacting public visitors.
- Used broad technical SEO knowledge and Google Analytics to increase organic traffic by 75%.
- Improved organic search rankings from page 3 to Top 5 for 10+ high-competition keywords
Head Chef
Real Patisserie
06.2017 - Current
- Running and managing savoury section in a successful large bakery and café in Hove
- Daily responsibilities include preparing, cooking and serving culinary dishes ensuring that highest standards are maintained, and targets are met
- Managed kitchen staff, prepared work schedules and provided training to new employees
- Developed menu offerings, managed costs and stock, processed orders and other general administrative duties
- Used my Level 3 Health and Safety knowledge to maintain safe and clean work environment and ensure all the health and safety regulations are followed.
- Analyzed sales data and production schedules to improve sales within 3 years period by 120%
- Digitalized products and ingredients list to improve ordering system and communication with suppliers and reduced time spend on ordering through phone by 80%
IT Support Technician
Blakelan Communications Limited
London
03.2019 - 03.2020
- I was responsible for providing technical support for a full range of business technology, including computer systems (hardware and software), network infrastructure, telecommunications circuits, telephone systems, and audio-visual equipment
- My duties include installing and configuring computer systems, diagnosing hardware and software faults and solving technical and applications problems, and to replace parts as required.
Projects Manager
Katowice for European Capital of Culture, Culture Centre of Katowice
Katowice
03.2010 - 06.2010
- Planning and managing art projects and cultural events, creating and preparing program for the European Capital of Culture 2016 in Katowice (EU Project)
- I was in charge of sections about: jazz and alternative music; alternative culture; film.
Public and Media Relations Person, Festival Coordinator
LOTOS Jazz Festival, Bielska Zadymka Jazzowa
Bielsko
12.2009 - 04.2010
- I was a press officer during the festival
- I was responsible for the project of cooperation between Bielsko Biała Jazz Festival and foreign countries jazz festivals.
Art & Event Manager, Art Cluster Administrator
BWA Contemporary Art Gallery
Bielsko
07.2009 - 03.2010
- I was building database of artists and institutions from the region
- I was responsible for creating art cluster and a project of Art Factory
- I was dealing with local artists and investors
- Part of my role also included fundraising for the BWA and organizing conference about Creative Cities
- I was also in charge of planning art residency and first Art Fair in the region.
Education
Philosophy
Jagiellonian University
10.2004 - 06.2007
Master of Art (M.A) - Anthropology of Culture, Film & Media Studies
Silesian University
10.2002 - 06.2007
Skills
Skills and CompetenciesExcellent working knowledge of all Microsoft productsFamiliar with Microsoft Azure and Microsoft 365Familiar with HTML, CSS, JAVA scriptsExperience with data entry jobsCommunication skills derived from previous management experiencePrecision at project planning and working according to scheduleAbility to effectively adapt plans in a changing environmentLeadership; Team spirit; Initiative, efficient, able to adapt and with strong collaboration skillsPatient with integrity and a sense of humor
Timeline
Website Manager
www.thewickedsound.com
06.2019 - Current
IT Support Technician
Blakelan Communications Limited
03.2019 - 03.2020
Head Chef
Real Patisserie
06.2017 - Current
Projects Manager
Katowice for European Capital of Culture, Culture Centre of Katowice
03.2010 - 06.2010
Public and Media Relations Person, Festival Coordinator
LOTOS Jazz Festival, Bielska Zadymka Jazzowa
12.2009 - 04.2010
Art & Event Manager, Art Cluster Administrator
BWA Contemporary Art Gallery
07.2009 - 03.2010
Philosophy
Jagiellonian University
10.2004 - 06.2007
Master of Art (M.A) - Anthropology of Culture, Film & Media Studies
Silesian University
10.2002 - 06.2007