Lily Cureton
London,United Kingdom
Summary
Dynamic hospitality professional and artist/writer/producer based in London and taking some time out from a degree in Illustration Animation. Extensive experience in customer-facing roles, from service at high-profile events such as the BAFTAs to specialty barista work at the Rose Theatre and public engagement in photography and fundraising.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
6
6
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Various VIP Hospitality work
Host Staffing
London
2023.11 - 2026.04
- E.g. drinks and dinner service at the BAFTAs, VIP suites at BST Hyde Park, bar work at All Points East, barista and table service in high end corporate settings and restaurants across London.
- Displayed enthusiasm and adaptability to a new team, setting and work environment for each shift.
- Consistently arrived at work on time and ready to start immediately.
- Cleaned work areas and equipment to maintain faultless hygiene standards.
Intern
Copenhagen Photo Festival
Remote
2026.01 - 2026.03
- Worked productively to tight deadlines on social media content creation and client communications.
- Improved team communication by organising regular team meetings and discussions.
Fundraiser
Oxfam
London
2026.01 - 2026.02
- Engaged the public in charity campaigns to raise money for urgent aid.
- Greeted the public each day in a friendly and professional manner.
- Boosted awareness of organisation's mission with effective communication techniques.
- Ref. Oscar Harris at oscar.harris@inspiredpeople.org
Barista/Bartender
Rose Theatre
Kingston
2024.10 - 2025.08
- Ensured customer satisfaction by providing top-quality specialty coffee and beverages.
- Maintained cleanliness of the café area whilst preparing orders.
- Collaborated with team members during busy periods improving workflow efficiency.
- Trained new staff members on café operations, fostering teamwork and consistency.
- Upheld excellent relationships with theatre employees and regular clients fostering loyalty and repeat business.
- Provided a welcoming atmosphere to customers and a calm, friendly attitude even under pressure.
- Ref. Bar Manager Lucy Bear at lucy.bear@rosetheatre.org
Runner
Arch Model Studio
Hackney Wick
2024.08 - 2024.09
- Delivered messages accurately within team members, promoting clear communication.
- Ensured smooth operations for filming by maintaining cleanliness and organisation of sets.
- Enhanced efficiency by promptly delivering props and equipment to set.
- Conducted daily accounting on all finances, deposits and safe.
Shift Leader
Caffe Nero
London
2023.07 - 2023.11
- Confidently served high-quality coffee under pressure in a high turnover environment.
- Oversaw stock inventory, mitigating risk of shortages or overstock situations.
- Maintained clean and safe work environment with regular inspections and cleaning rosters.
- Handled cash registers accurately, minimising errors.
- Supervised and trained new staff.
Receptionist/assistant
Geddes salon
London
2022.06 - 2022.09
- Welcomed visitors with warm and professional manner.
- Served hot drinks.
- Managed all incoming phone calls for efficient communication to arrange appointments.
- Facilitated internal communication by delivering messages efficiently.
Education
BA - Illustration Animation
Kingston School of Art
2023.09 - 2027.06
BA - Animation
MOME Budapest
2025.09 - 2025.12
Foundation Diploma - Art and Design
Kingston School of Art
2022.09 - 2023.06
A Levels -
Kingsdale Foundation School
2020.09 - 2022.06
Skills
- Highly responsible and reliable
- Bar trained – pouring pints, spirits, Challenge 25
- Barista trained – can confidently use a traditional espresso machine
- Digital literacy – Knowledge of Adobe Photoshop, InDesign, Premier Pro and After Effects
- Strong communication/people skills
- Calm under pressure
- Food safety regulations
- Patient and calm nature
- Friendly disposition
- Customer Service
Affiliations
- Writing and performing music
- Organising accessible exhibitions/events in the arts
- Cooking
- Photography
- Theatre
Projects
Currently
Writing, producing and self-releasing an album
Sep 2025 - Present
Organising accessible showcases of music and film for beginners to have their voices heard.
May 2025
Organised, promoted and installed an exhibition of my peers’ work in St John’s Church, East Dulwich.
Feb 2025
Collaborative project pitching an animated trailer for ‘The Handmaid’s Tale’ 40th anniversary for Vintage publishing
Dec 2024
Designed and organised a public art workshop for the community in Canbury Gardens, Kingston.
Nov 2024
Collaborative project making an animated video for the Rose Theatre about their community manifesto
Apr 2024
Assisted with direction, photography and modelling on a shoot for a friend’s publication, Pant magazine
May-June 2024
Curated and hosted a podcast of auditory work by my peers on Foundation.
Aug 2023
Took part in organizing a collaborative exhibition called ‘Placement’ in Safehouse 1&2 (Copeland Park, Peckham)
Jan 2023
Commissioned animation for Murphi’s song ‘Sticks & Stones’ for Instagram promotion and Spotify canvas
Timeline
Intern
Copenhagen Photo Festival
2026.01 - 2026.03
Fundraiser
Oxfam
2026.01 - 2026.02
BA - Animation
MOME Budapest
2025.09 - 2025.12
Barista/Bartender
Rose Theatre
2024.10 - 2025.08
Runner
Arch Model Studio
2024.08 - 2024.09
Various VIP Hospitality work
Host Staffing
2023.11 - 2026.04
BA - Illustration Animation
Kingston School of Art
2023.09 - 2027.06
Shift Leader
Caffe Nero
2023.07 - 2023.11
Foundation Diploma - Art and Design
Kingston School of Art
2022.09 - 2023.06
Receptionist/assistant
Geddes salon
2022.06 - 2022.09
A Levels -
Kingsdale Foundation School
2020.09 - 2022.06