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Lydia Sayle

Berkhamsted,Hertfordshire

Summary

I am a driven Media, Communications and Culture student, seeking opportunities and experiences within the fields of Media, Public Relations, Journalism and Marketing. Having excellent skills for these industries, I am looking to take on demanding roles, with room for advancement as I believe my skills can vitally help me adapt to new, challenging surroundings.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience

Work History

Waitress

Compass Group
Nottingham Forest Football Club, Nottinghamshire
11.2022 - Current
  • Provided friendly, courteous service, maximising positive customer satisfaction ratings.
  • Assisted waiters during big events and functions to preserve smooth workflow.
  • Created friendly, welcoming atmosphere to encourage positive guest experiences, prolonging visits to increase profitability.

Waitress

Oakman Inns
Berkhamsted, Hertfordshire
06.2021 - Current
  • Loyal, dedicated and passionate for giving my customers the best experience possible.
  • Used upselling methods featuring specials to complement dishes.
  • Quickly and clearly communicated dining orders to kitchen staff, directing attention to special requests.

Independent Online Seller

N/A
Online
09.2019 - Current
  • Successful online seller, working on platforms such as Depop, Vinted and Ebay.
  • Achieved consistently positive customer feedback for fast shipping, fair prices and excellent customer service.
  • Prepared outgoing shipments, verifying packages are successful and as stated in the description.
  • Promoted product listings on social media, using IG reels to achieve higher exposure.
  • Searched online listings to compare competitor pricing and availability of niche products.

Participant in YouTube research

YouTube
Online
10.2020 - 10.2021
  • Paid Participant used for research on new, upcoming marketing schemes.
  • Advised on required topics to improve marketing strategies.
  • Working in teams, independently and with professionals to come up with new popular ideas.

Volunteer work

Hospice of St Francis
Berkhamsted, Hertfordshire
11.2018 - 11.2019
  • I completed my Bronze Duke of Edinburgh in 2018. To complete I volunteered with the local Hospice charity shop.
  • This consisted of researching the value of items being donated, being a friendly and welcoming individual to customers in the shop and executing a strong positive attitude.

Education

Higher National Diploma - Media, Communications and Culture (BA)

Nottingham Trent University
Nottingham
09/2022 - 07/2025

A-Levels -

Ashlyns School
Berkhamsted

GCSEs -

Ashlyns School
Berkhamsted

Skills

  • Strong communication
  • Active listening
  • Motivated
  • Hard-working
  • Teamwork
  • Reliable
  • Confident

Additional Information

References available on request

Timeline

Waitress

Compass Group
11.2022 - Current

Waitress

Oakman Inns
06.2021 - Current

Participant in YouTube research

YouTube
10.2020 - 10.2021

Independent Online Seller

N/A
09.2019 - Current

Volunteer work

Hospice of St Francis
11.2018 - 11.2019

Higher National Diploma - Media, Communications and Culture (BA)

Nottingham Trent University
09/2022 - 07/2025

A-Levels -

Ashlyns School

GCSEs -

Ashlyns School
Lydia Sayle