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Olivia  Kounnis

Olivia Kounnis

Harlow ,Essex

Summary

Dynamic and organised professional with a strong foundation in leadership and teamwork. Demonstrates flexibility and adaptability, complemented by excellent communication skills and the ability to multitask effectively. Committed to health and safety compliance, with a keen attention to detail and fast thinking capabilities. Possesses heavy lifting capability, ensuring tasks are completed efficiently while maintaining high standards of safety. Aspires to leverage these skills in a challenging role that fosters professional growth and development.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience

Work history

Personal trainer

Self Employed
Harlow , Essex
09.2025 - Current
  • Designed bespoke training programmes to improve client fitness levels.
  • Emphasised correct form during workouts, reducing risk of injury amongst clientele.
  • Fostered an inclusive environment within the gym facility by respecting and catering to diverse fitness needs.
  • Assisted clients in achieving their weight loss targets through strategic exercise planning.
  • Maintained high safety standards during all training sessions, ensuring client welfare at all times.
  • Prioritised clear communication whilst explaining complex exercises to clients of varied fitness levels.

Makeup and hair artist

Self employed
Harlow , Essex
01.2018 - Current
  • Maintained strict hygiene standards, ensuring clean tools and work environment at all times.
  • Enhanced clients' natural beauty with skilled application of cosmetic products.
  • Designed engaging window displays during holiday periods boosting salon visibility.
  • Demonstrated excellent knowledge of colour theory, implementing this in bespoke makeup creation.
  • Worked under pressure in fast-paced environments whilst maintaining quality of output.

Pilates instructor

Bounce
Harlow , Essex
10.2024 - 07.2025
  • Assessed new clients' fitness levels to provide suitable exercise modifications.
  • Taught Pilates classes for enhanced overall body strength.
  • Adapted exercises for special populations such as pregnant women or seniors – ensuring inclusive practices.
  • Delivered expert advice on postural alignment, enhancing body awareness among students.
  • Built strong relationships with clients through excellent communication skills-fostering customer loyalty.
  • Monitored participants during sessions for correct form and technique-preventing injuries.

Wigs assistant

Pink Lady ltd
London, London
01.2023 - 08.2023
  • Support staff members with administrative tasks, reducing workload stress.
  • Processed invoices, ensuring timely payments.

Education

GCSEs -

Bedes Senior School
Hailsham, East Sussex
09/2015 - 06/2017

A-Levels -

Bedes Senior School
Hailsham, East Sussex
09/2016 - 06/2018

Certificate of Higher Education - Hair and Makeup

Christine Blundell Makeup Academy
London
04/2020 - 08/2020

Skills

  • Leadership and Teamwork
  • Flexibility and Adaptability
  • Good Communication
  • Ability to Multitask
  • Organised
  • Fast Thinking
  • Heavy lifting capability
  • Health and Safety Compliance
  • Attentive

Timeline

Personal trainer

Self Employed
09.2025 - Current

Pilates instructor

Bounce
10.2024 - 07.2025

Wigs assistant

Pink Lady ltd
01.2023 - 08.2023

Makeup and hair artist

Self employed
01.2018 - Current

GCSEs -

Bedes Senior School
09/2015 - 06/2017

A-Levels -

Bedes Senior School
09/2016 - 06/2018

Certificate of Higher Education - Hair and Makeup

Christine Blundell Makeup Academy
04/2020 - 08/2020
Olivia Kounnis