Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
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Luke Kelly

Newtownabbey

Summary

A highly skilled professional with exceptional presentation abilities, adept at prioritising tasks to ensure efficiency and effectiveness. Demonstrates strong endurance and discipline, exemplified by a 5K personal best of 14:31 and currently studying in final year at Ulster University. Knowledge in accounting, marketing, management and much more, stemmed from relevant modules these past years. This contributes to a well-rounded skill set suitable for dynamic and goal-oriented environments.


Always motivated and eager to learn new skills and gain insightful knowledge. I practice my time management skills inside and outside of university to complete accurate and thorough work. Will be prepared to learn and take on teamwork tasks and contribute with new ideas, while being eager to take on challenges within the workspace and adapt to new environments.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience

Work History

Marketing & Events Assistant

Belfast City Marathon
Belfast
01.2024 - 05.2024
  • Showing sense of creativity in the workspace: 42 step-ups exercise for 42nd anniversary within sponsor event
  • Implemented targeted email campaigns, improving customer communication.
  • Involved in marathon setup and takedown down at venue, maintaining professionalism at all times.
  • Consulting with international athletes about local facilities
  • Managed customer/vendor calls answering over 20 calls each day on important days leading up to the event.

Freelance work / Assistant project manager

c21 Theatre Company
Belfast
12.2018 - Current
  • Marketing campaign for upcoming (international) shows/events.
  • Hands-on tasks within a deadline
  • Improvising when problems arise
  • Helped the company to their international debut in Washington, US.
  • Learning basic BSL for most recent show.

Hospitality & events assistant

Mount Charles Group
Belfast
07.2021 - 12.2024
  • Delivered exceptional guest experience by efficiently handling their requests and queries.
  • Ensured timely delivery of services, resulting in positive reviews from clients.
  • Provided prompt resolution of complaints and disputes, while maintaining harmonious relations with guests.

Bar Person and Waiter

Crown and Shamrock Bar and Restaurant
Glengormley
06.2021 - 10.2021
  • Dealing with customers under pressure
  • Dealing with money and separating food and beverage orders
  • Making reservations/setup & takedown of events
  • Preparing the bar in time for deadlines

Customer Service Assistant

Pure Running
Belfast City Centre
06.2019 - 11.2019
  • Dealing with customer queries on specialised running shoes
  • Carrying out a gait analysis to pinpoint customer’s running style
  • Catering specifically to the customer's needs


Education

BSc Degree (Hons) - Event Management with Placement (Belfast City Marathon)

Ulster University
Coleraine, Causeway Coast and Glens
09.2022 -

Skills

  • International athlete for NI 5K best: 14:31
  • Great presentation skills
  • Prioritising tasks
  • Basic accounting knowledge

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Affiliations

  • Attend Athletics Ireland/NI Training Camps every few months. Most recent in Font Romeu, France (Altitude). This led to my athletics team Candour Track Club winning the All Ireland Cross Country Championship 2024
  • I like to read and educate myself in current affairs weekly to keep my mind healthy as well as my body with athletics

Custom

  • Mark Kirk, Coach/Athletics NI, 07968739284
  • Joe McAllister, Teacher St. Malachy’s, 02890748285
  • Eimear Degan, Belfast City Marathon Operations Manager, 02890605922
  • Adrian Devine, Course Director in Ulster University, 02870123960
  • Aidan McAlindon, Owner at Crown & Shamrock Bar, 02890832889

Timeline

Marketing & Events Assistant

Belfast City Marathon
01.2024 - 05.2024

BSc Degree (Hons) - Event Management with Placement (Belfast City Marathon)

Ulster University
09.2022 -

Hospitality & events assistant

Mount Charles Group
07.2021 - 12.2024

Bar Person and Waiter

Crown and Shamrock Bar and Restaurant
06.2021 - 10.2021

Customer Service Assistant

Pure Running
06.2019 - 11.2019

Freelance work / Assistant project manager

c21 Theatre Company
12.2018 - Current
Luke Kelly