NEWTON MARUBE
Tilbury,Essex
Summary
A professional with a strong foundation in illustration, character design, and storyboarding, complemented by expertise in digital tools such as Canva, Photoshop, and Procreate. Demonstrates exceptional skills in concept development, pattern design, and interior space planning. Known for leadership and team-building abilities, alongside public speaking skills and emotional intelligence. Proven adaptability to change through international relocation experiences and cultural transition management. Committed to maintaining academic consistency while actively engaging in peer support initiatives and COVID-19 volunteering efforts. Career goals include leveraging creative talents to drive innovative projects within dynamic environments.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
15
15
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Janitor
Asda
Tilbury, Thurrock
2024.11 - 2024.12
- Maintained inventory of cleaning supplies, ensuring constant availability.
- Performed basic duties; contributed to maintaining an inviting exterior appearance of the building.
- Upheld the office's professional image through meticulous waste management procedures.
- Undertook control measures; ensured a comfortable workspace free from disturbances.
- Operated various types of cleaning equipment safely whilst meeting procedural standards.
- Improved building aesthetics with thorough window cleaning tasks.
- Maintained cleanliness and hygiene by routine sweeping, mopping, and dusting of premises.
Cashier
Lidl
Chafford Hundred, Thurrock
2024.06 - 2024.08
- Handled returns and exchanges following company policies, resulting in satisfied customers.
- Balanced till at end of day, maintaining accurate records.
- Trained new cashiers on store policies and procedures to maintain standards.
- Collaborated closely with store management for daily operations success.
- Demonstrated patience while dealing with difficult customers, maintaining professionalism.
Sales assistant
Primark
Southend-on-Sea, Essex
2023.06 - 2023.08
- Offered personalised shopping advice to enhance customer experiences.
- Addressed customer needs promptly, resulting in positive feedback and loyalty.
- Ensured stock replenishment in a timely manner to maintain product availability.
- Managed till operations smoothly, reducing waiting time for customers.
- Learnt about new products quickly, providing comprehensive guidance to customers.
Education
UAL Level 3 Extended Diploma - Art & Design
USP College, Palmer's Campus
2024.01 - 2026.01
UAL Level 2 Diploma - Art & Design
USP College
Grays, Thurrock 2023.01 - 2024.01
GCSE - Year 11 Completion
Hassenbrook Academy
Stanford, Thurrock 2022.01 - 2023.01
Secondary Education - KCSE
Kisii High School
Kisii, Kenya 2020.01 - 2022.01
Primary Education - KCPE
St. Mary's School
HomaBay, Kenya 2012.01 - 2019.01
Pre-primary School - ART AND DESIGN
Joy Winners Academy
NAIROBI, KENYA 2009.01 - 2011.01
Skills
- Illustration and sketching
- Character design and storyboarding
- Concept development and pattern design
- Interior space planning
- Digital tools proficiency
- Canva, Photoshop, and Procreate
- Colour theory expertise
- Leadership and team building
- Public speaking skills
- Work ethic and independence
- Emotional intelligence
- Problem-solving abilities
- COVID-19 volunteering experience
- Peer support initiatives
- Journaling practice
- Verbal and visual communication
- Adaptability to change
- Navigating diverse school systems
- Boarding school experience
- International relocation skills
- Cultural transition management
- Academic consistency
- Cleaning procedures
- Customer transactions
- Equipment operation
REFERENCES
Available on request.
Personal Information
Hobbies: Drawing, Journaling, Piano, Chess, Cycling, Swimming, Photography, Creative writing, Storytelling, Animated films, Cultural exploration, Dance, Handwriting improvement, Language learning
Affiliations
- SKATEBOARDING
- CHESS INTERMEDIATE LEVEL
- DRAWING
Timeline
Janitor
Asda
2024.11 - 2024.12
Cashier
Lidl
2024.06 - 2024.08
UAL Level 3 Extended Diploma - Art & Design
USP College, Palmer's Campus
2024.01 - 2026.01
Sales assistant
Primark
2023.06 - 2023.08
UAL Level 2 Diploma - Art & Design
USP College
2023.01 - 2024.01
GCSE - Year 11 Completion
Hassenbrook Academy
2022.01 - 2023.01
Secondary Education - KCSE
Kisii High School
2020.01 - 2022.01
Primary Education - KCPE
St. Mary's School
2012.01 - 2019.01
Pre-primary School - ART AND DESIGN
Joy Winners Academy
2009.01 - 2011.01