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Work history
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Accomplishments
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Sara Mulholland

Hove,East Sussex

Summary

Experienced jewellery sales associate with expertise in bespoke design and client consultations. Adept at visual communication and knowledgeable in the history of jewellery. Demonstrates strong problem-solving skills and a commitment to exceptional customer service. Knowledgeable in jewellery manufacturing techniques and adept at managing supplier relationships. Ready to leverage skills in customer engagement and sales strategies in an executive sales role.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience

Work history

Sales executive

Royal & Regent jewellers
Brighton, East Sussex
05.2021 - Current

Sourced diamonds and gemstones for bespoke commissions, ensuring high-quality selections.

Upsold matching items to encourage customers to build complete suites, increasing repeat visits.

Merchandised fine jewellery, including luxury diamond and coloured gemstone pieces across multiple displays.

Approached every customer at window to create welcoming atmosphere and facilitate new sales.

Achieved excellent five-star reviews and positive customer service feedback online.

Established strong relationships with in-house Goldsmiths and stone setters to enhance product knowledge.

Developed customer loyalty through exceptional service, leading to increased repeat business.

  • Addressed customer queries promptly, ensuring resolution while maintaining high satisfaction levels.
  • Increased customer engagement by delivering high-quality product demonstrations.
  • Navigated challenging negotiations, achieving successful deal closure without compromising on profitability.
  • Maintained extensive knowledge of all products offered, assisting in informative customer interaction.
  • Managed client relationships from early stages of sales process through to post-sales
  • Built long-term relationships with customers and generated referrals from existing clients.
  • Understood customer needs to craft exceptional sales journeys.
  • Fostered positive relationships with customers to enhance loyalty and retention.
  • Provided customers with price information and handled financial transactions.
  • Delivered exceptional customer service, addressing customer queries and handling customer complaints.
  • Placed customer orders, providing guidance on product delivery timeframes.
  • Delivered high sales performance within budget to strict deadlines and targets.
  • Communicated with potential and existing customers in-person, over telephone and via webchat.
  • Demonstrated product features and functions to engage potential customers.
  • Increased sales by 10% year on year

Head Booker

Wild Models
London, City of London
07.2019 - 11.2019
  • Coached individuals on professionalism during auditions; improved success rate significantly.
  • Scouted potential talents at various locations for successful model recruitment.
  • Organised travel arrangements for assignments abroad, reducing stress on talent.
  • Coordinated photo shoots, enhancing portfolio diversity and appeal.
  • Approached 50 new clients per day

Head of talent management

Packshot/Fascia models
London, City of London
04.2019 - 07.2019
  • Booked jobs for models resulting in steady work flow.
  • Maintained up-to-date knowledge of fashion trends, keeping agency competitive in market.
  • Coordinated photo shoots, enhancing portfolio diversity and appeal.
  • Negotiated contracts to secure best possible terms for models.
  • Managed contract negotiations between clients, seeking mutually beneficial outcomes.
  • Approached 50 new companies per day

Gallery Manager

Julian Stephens Goldsmith
Brighton, East Sussex
04.2016 - 05.2018

.Coordinated student workshop schedules and payments for in-house jewellery courses throughout year.

.Managed displays of visiting contributing artists showcased in gallery.

.Organised stock-taking and maintained spreadsheets of artists’ sales for payment processing.

.Sourced precious gemstones for bespoke commissions to meet client specifications.

.Designed new jewellery pieces for in-house goldsmiths and stone setters for gallery sales.

.Photographed stock and created content for social media and company website.

.Oversaw online purchases, managing all stages from production to packaging and customer delivery.

.Prepared consignments for London Assay Office.

.Sourcing materials for restoration and repairs of customer items. Liaising with Michael Bloomstein gold bullion dealer to keep workshop fully operational for goldsmiths.

. Preparing items for stringing and organising collections, deliveries and payments.

.Ensuring all production runs smoothly and was completed prior to agreed schedule for bespoke commissions.

  • Processed items and completed paperwork for outgoing packets efficiently.
  • Increased sales of website by 20%
  • Improved public awareness of gallery with solid PR strategies.
  • Maintained pristine gallery condition, ensuring optimal art presentation.

Talent agent /producer

Stella Creative Artists
London, City of London
09.2015 - 04.2016
  • Collaborated with artists to develop their portfolios, enhancing their professional image.
  • Managed schedules and bookings for represented artists, ensuring timely appearances at events.
  • Evaluated needs for work permits or visas for artist travel.
  • Scheduled red carpet appearances and elicited event invites to increase networking and client connections.
  • Finalised details of all artist engagements and followed up to verify confirmations.
  • Grew industry partnerships through networking and connection at industry events.
  • Devised personalised strategy for each artist, driving career development across industry.
  • Negotiated contract terms and rates of pay to achieve optimum outcomes on behalf of clients.
  • Coordinated travel details and itineraries for international projects.
  • Negotiated rates for royalties owed to talent and production teams.
  • Contributed expertise at read-throughs to help optimise productions.
  • Approached 20 new clients for talent each day with cold calling.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Visual and Performing Arts

Brighton Polytechnic
Brighton, Brighton and Hove

Foundation Degree in Arts - Art & Design

Hastings College of Art
Hastings, East Sussex

Diploma of Higher Education - Interior Design

KLC
London

A-Levels - Art, Drama & English Literature

BHASVIC college
Brighton, Brighton and Hove

O Levels - Art,English(x2), French,History,Scripture,Maths,Biology,

Towers Convent of The Blessed Sacrament
West Sussex

Skills

  • Client consultations
  • Business-To-Business sales
  • Hunter mentality
  • Creative problem solving
  • Jewellery manufacturing techniques
  • Supplier management
  • Bespoke design services
  • Ring design
  • Precious stone setting
  • Visual communication
  • History of jewellery
  • Fashion awareness
  • Craftsmanship appreciation
  • Knowledge of gemstones
  • Jewellery restoration
  • Brand identity development

Accomplishments

    Achievements in jewellery including several bespoke designs completed over the period of almost seven years with different in-house goldsmiths. As well as using photography skills to shoot content for makers, with whom worked, to use in their business social media.

    Photographers worked with including : Glen Luchford, Gavin Bond,David Simms, Sean Ellis, David Slijper, Richard Bush, Richard Bailey.

    Runway shows booked, including: Alexander McQueen, Vivienne Westwood, Mathew Williamson, Katherine Hamnett, Jean Colona.

    Booking of multiple brand campaigns. Negotiating large contracts and campaigns for global brands and labels. Confirming worldwide usage rights, buyouts and contracts for television commercials and advertising.Including Oil of Olay, Boddingtons, Clarins, Pretty Polly & Rolls Royce.

Affiliations

  • Life Drawing
  • swimming
  • painting
  • photography

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Sales executive

Royal & Regent jewellers
05.2021 - Current

Head Booker

Wild Models
07.2019 - 11.2019

Head of talent management

Packshot/Fascia models
04.2019 - 07.2019

Gallery Manager

Julian Stephens Goldsmith
04.2016 - 05.2018

Talent agent /producer

Stella Creative Artists
09.2015 - 04.2016

Bachelor of Arts - Visual and Performing Arts

Brighton Polytechnic

Foundation Degree in Arts - Art & Design

Hastings College of Art

Diploma of Higher Education - Interior Design

KLC

A-Levels - Art, Drama & English Literature

BHASVIC college

O Levels - Art,English(x2), French,History,Scripture,Maths,Biology,

Towers Convent of The Blessed Sacrament
Sara Mulholland