Louise Bishop
Guildford,England
Summary
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure entry-level proofreading position. Ready to help team achieve company goals. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Copy-Editor and Proof reader
Freelance
Guildford, Surrey
05.2023 - Current
- Reviewed and edited content, maintaining correct grammar and adherence to company style.
- Developed and maintained database of high-quality stock copy, enabling faster service and turnaround for time-sensitive projects.
- Meticulously marked up and corrected grammatical, punctuation and spelling errors for faultless results.
- Captivated readers with informative, entertaining and educational copy.
Retail Deputy Manager
Ryman the Stationer
Guildford, Surrey
09.2009 - Current
- Ran promotions and events in line with company standards.
- Analysed sales figures, identifying areas to improve and implementing remedial action.
- Conducted staff appraisals and promoted ongoing professional development.
- Resolved complex disputes and handled product returns with professionalism, offering practical solutions to maintain customer satisfaction and uphold stellar reputation.
- Managed store inventory by directing routine stock control procedures to maximise sales opportunities.
- Completed opening and closing procedures each day.
- Highlighted features and benefits of products, employing active selling techniques to exceed KPI targets.
- Recruited and trained staff members, leading by example to consistently elevate store standards.
- Employed exceptional visual merchandising skills to create eye-catching, inviting storefronts and interiors.
Retail Sales Associate
Steamer Trading
Guildford, Surrey
03.2006 - 06.2009
- Enhanced customer experience through all communication channels through professionalism and product knowledge.
- Engaged clients by building authentic, long-term relationships, from welcoming to after-sales assistance.
- Championed highest level of professionalism and expertise in communication and teamwork.
- Maintained display and organisation of department based on visual merchandising guidelines.
- Actively participated in daily and department meetings, providing insights and recommendations.
- Exhibited awareness of loss prevention guidelines and complied with inventory control measures.
- Fostered positive relationships with customers to enhance loyalty and retention.
- Monitored display stock levels, replenishing for consistently well-stocked sales floor.
Education
GCSEs -
Kings manor Secondary school
Guildford, SurreyNVQ Level 2 - Counselling
Open Study College
Online Learning 04.2017 - 04.2019
NVQ Level 2 - Health and Social Care
Open Study College
online Learning 04.2017 - 04.2019
Certificate of Higher Education - Proof reading and copy-editing
Right Edge Learning
Online studies 04.2023 - 05.2023
Diploma of Higher Education - Proof reading and Copy editing
One Education
Online Studies 06.2023 -
Skills
- Eye for accuracy
- Methodical multitasker
- Grammar and spelling expertise
- Fact checking
- Proofreading
- Editing and review
Languages
English
Native
Timeline
Diploma of Higher Education - Proof reading and Copy editing
One Education
06.2023 -
Copy-Editor and Proof reader
Freelance
05.2023 - Current
Certificate of Higher Education - Proof reading and copy-editing
Right Edge Learning
04.2023 - 05.2023
NVQ Level 2 - Counselling
Open Study College
04.2017 - 04.2019
NVQ Level 2 - Health and Social Care
Open Study College
04.2017 - 04.2019
Retail Deputy Manager
Ryman the Stationer
09.2009 - Current
Retail Sales Associate
Steamer Trading
03.2006 - 06.2009
GCSEs -
Kings manor Secondary school
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