Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
Languages
Affiliations
References
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Miah Savopoulos

London & Manchester based

Summary

I am a accomplished humanities student, pursuing a career in media, journalism and publishing, who is eager to apply knowledge and gain practical experience. I am experienced in team environments, and hold a reputation for hard work, punctuality and willingness to learn new things. Moreover, I consider myself committed to continuing to extend my skills in professional environments, as is evidenced with my extensive work experience.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience

Work History

Administrative Assistant

Vaczine Analytics
London , City of London
06.2024 - 08.2024
  • Supported accurate record-keeping with proficient data entry skills.
  • Transcribed or scanned data to create new files.
  • Gathered information, and data from a range of official sources to consistently update company databases in order to monitor the progression of vaccine trials.
  • Developed skills in Microsoft, particularly Excel.

Freelance Article writer

Freelance
Remote
09.2024 - Current
  • Conducted in-depth research into diverse topics to create richly-detailed, factual works.
  • Brainstormed creative ideas and partnered with editors or other stakeholders to expand upon ideas.
  • Created realistic dialogues to evoke specific emotions or represent different peoples.
  • Wrote on a range of topics, requiring extensive research while evidencing ability to work outside comfort zone

Luxury sales consultant

Team Spirits at Stansted Airport
Stansted, Essex
07.2024 - Current
  • Promoted brand value for increased customer loyalty.
  • Achieved sales targets with proactive customer engagement.
  • Showcased product knowledge to encourage sales.
  • Collaborated with team members for successful store operations.
  • Delivered exceptional customer service, resulting in positive feedback and referrals.
  • Handled cash transactions accurately, ensuring financial integrity of the store.
  • Used upselling techniques to maximise revenue generation potential.

Sales Assistant

M&S
12.2022 - 12.2023
  • Worked primarily in stock which included filling the shelfs but also unloading deliveries.
  • Maximum customer interaction as I would aid in any queries or concerns, this also included collecting and processing orders.
  • Occasionally responsible for supervising the closing of the store led to leading a team of people to complete this efficiently.
  • Often have to relieve queues at busy times, which helped to build my ability to work under pressure.
  • Often responsible for setting up displays and controlling stock during special events such as Easter and Valentines Day
  • Supervise customers on the self-scan checkouts, highlighting independent work
  • By working in peaked seasons such as Christmas the role required quick adaption and picking up new skills fast

Sales Assistant

Savers
07.2021 - 08.2022
  • Customer service focused due to regular work on the tills - learnt how to interact with customers and would aid with any queries.
  • Developed skills in sales in order to meet promotional sales target
  • Assisted customers with product selection for optimal satisfaction.
  • Trained new staff members, fostering a supportive working environment.

Education

Bachelor Of Arts - English Literature And History

University of Manchester
Manchester
09.2023 -

International Baccalaureate -

Hockerill Anglo-European College
United Kingdom
09.2021 - 05.2023

GCSE’s -

Hockerill Anglo-European College
09.2019 - 06.2021

Skills

  • Leadership
  • Research proficiency
  • Organisation and multi-tasking
  • Communication
  • Fast-Learner
  • Team-player
  • Customer engagement
  • Upselling techniques
  • High-End retail experience

Accomplishments

  • Student Ambassador for Holocaust Educational Trust - selected to take part in a course which developed my knowledge on the Holocaust and allowed me to share this proficiency
  • Elected member of Senior Prefect Leadership team - helped me to develop and exemplify skills in leadership, organisation, management and brainstorming, and allowed me to organise various professional events and presentations
  • Achieved 2nd Place in school-led community project - organised the collection of waste from the local community in order to decrease the amount of harmful products going to landfill
  • Achieved Sports Leader qualification - completed by leading groups in local primary schools in sports activities
  • Model UN member - regularly attended debates, organised and led Model United Nations enrichment day activities for younger years
  • Completed levels of DofE Gold & Bronze - displays my determination and teamwork ability
  • Grade 6 achieved in piano - highlights my persevering and well-rounded personality

Languages

Spanish
Intermediate

Affiliations

  • Films - I enjoy keeping up to date with recent film releases and regularly reading IMDB ratings, reviews and articles by movie critics.
  • Piano - following my grade 6 achievement, I still maintain this skill by often teaching myself pieces which I am interested in.
  • Gym - alongside my commitments, I often go to the gym to maintain my fitness. To achieve this I create workout and meal plans, which I follow weekly.

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Freelance Article writer

Freelance
09.2024 - Current

Luxury sales consultant

Team Spirits at Stansted Airport
07.2024 - Current

Administrative Assistant

Vaczine Analytics
06.2024 - 08.2024

Bachelor Of Arts - English Literature And History

University of Manchester
09.2023 -

Sales Assistant

M&S
12.2022 - 12.2023

International Baccalaureate -

Hockerill Anglo-European College
09.2021 - 05.2023

Sales Assistant

Savers
07.2021 - 08.2022

GCSE’s -

Hockerill Anglo-European College
09.2019 - 06.2021
Miah Savopoulos