Ryan McGrath
Belfast ,Antrim and Newtownabbey
Summary
I am currently a full-time student studying Screen Production at Ulster University. I am seeking part-time employment to help me fund my studies and my living conditions while I attend university. I am dedicated and hard working. I communicate well and have good teamwork experience from working in other jobs and partaking in extra-curricular activities and hobbies e.g. Rugby. I am open to any job or task that is given to me and hope to make a good impression. I am energetic and persistent I don't let my energy level drop and always try to have a positive outlook on any situation. I have experience and I am happy working with customers to help them get the correct information and help them find what they are looking for. I am ready to bring my attitude and dedication to any role.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work history
Bartender
The Points Bar
Belfast, Antrim and Newtownabbey
04.2024 - Current
- I maintained a clean and organised bar, enhancing customer satisfaction.
- I provided excellent service to customers, resulting in repeat business.
- I demonstrated knowledge of drink recipes for improved customer experience. helping customers find the right drink for them.
- I would regularly interact with customers in a friendly and inviting way and would help them with any issues they had and was happy to answer any and all questions.
- I have experience working with money and operating a till.
- I was able to improve my skills working in a high intensity environment where working fast and efficiently was essential.
- I am able to work effectively in a team and apply myself wherever and when I'm needed.
Media Experience
Various Employers
01.2022 - 10.2024
- Worked with BBC Introducing as an editor on a music video for Londonderry band 'TRAMP'
- Worked with the theatre department within the NWRC to create pieces of visual media for their production of 'Romeo & Juliet' was the head of the project
- Have created my own Short Films as a variety of roles (Director, editor, and writer) was the lead of all the projects
- Worked with Cinemagic as a member of a film jury for their 'Cinemagic International Film & Television Festival for Young People'
- Have worked with multiple acts from the Londonderry music scene doing photography.
- Worked with local businesses to improve their social media output and their general online presence.
- I am a funded filmmaker, working with the BFI and the Nerve Centre to create a short film.
- I have a passionate and creative mind and I seek to apply that in anyway possible.
Kitchen Staff
Riceway Chinese Takeaway
01.2020 - 01.2023
- Operated as kitchen staff completing a variety of tasks and roles within the kitchen environment
- Operated under intense pressure at allowing me to learn and adapt to a busy environment.
- I was able to greatly improved a variety of transferrable skills within the workplace including teamwork, time management and communication.
- I became a trusted member of staff and a leader within the workplace often training new employees.
- I was often called upon to fulfil jobs outside my comfort zone and performed well within them.
- I maintained in high level of cleanliness and hygiene so the kitchen always looked presentable.
- Despite my role as kitchen staff I was sometime called upon to interact with customers which I was able to do effectively.
- I would ensure smooth service with effective communication skills.
- I would demonstrated teamwork by assisting fellow staff during peak hours if they were overworked or struggling with a task.
Customer Assistant
Today's Local
01.2018 - 01.2018
- Helped me gain confidence within a work environment
- Improved my communication and people skills as I often worked with customers operating the till and resolving any issues that arose with the customers
- Improved my organisational skills as I often had to restock shelves and keep an informed look upon the inventory of the shop.
- Improved customer relations by promptly addressing queries and concerns.
- Assisted customers with product selection to ensure satisfaction.
Education
Secondary Education (GCSE & A-Level) -
Limavady High School
01.2015 - 12 2022
Higher National Certificate (HNC) - undefined
North West Regional College (NWRC)
01.2022 - 12 2023
Undergraduate Screen Production - Screen Production
Ulster University
Belfast 09/2023 -
Skills
- Team working skills - strong due to experience within sports and working in a professional media environment
- Communication skills - through previous part-time employment, sports teams, and professional media environment
- Time management - developed through education systems and previous employment
- Organizational skills - achieved through previous part-time employment
- Integrity - Achieved through previous part-time employment
- Sales persuasion - helping customers find the correct product for them
- Positive attitude - I'm able to keep a good attitude in high intensity work environments
Certification
- GCSE's - 9 Completed - 2 A's / 4 B's / 2 C
- 's / 1 C
- A-Levels - 3 Completed - 1 A / 1 B / 1 C
- Higher National Certificate (HNC) Distinction
- Excellence Award and Best HNC short Film while studying at NWRC
- Prefect at Limavady High School
- Core member of Limavady Rugby Club youth teams
Affiliations
- Content creation - Youtube, Instagram, TikTok
- Theatre - Crew and Cast roles, involved in QUPlayers drama Society
Timeline
Bartender
The Points Bar
04.2024 - Current
Media Experience
Various Employers
01.2022 - 10.2024
Higher National Certificate (HNC) - undefined
North West Regional College (NWRC)
01.2022 - 12 2023
Kitchen Staff
Riceway Chinese Takeaway
01.2020 - 01.2023
Customer Assistant
Today's Local
01.2018 - 01.2018
Secondary Education (GCSE & A-Level) -
Limavady High School
01.2015 - 12 2022
Undergraduate Screen Production - Screen Production
Ulster University
09/2023 -
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