Olivia Clifford
Olivia Clifford
36 Kimbers, Petersfield GU32 2JL
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PERSONAL SUMMARY
A recent Human Geography (BSc) graduate with a First-Class Honors from the University of Cardiff, eager to broaden my experience within a fast-paced, professional environment, where I am able to use and develop my current expertise gained through a variety of academic and work settings. I have a competitive and driven mindset and I am determined to start a career in PR.
EDUCATION
University of Cardiff- 2016-2019
BSc (Hons) Human Geography– 1st Class Degree
Godalming College- 2013-2015
A level Geography (A*) A level English Lang & Lit (A*), A level Media Studies (A), A/S Level Sociology (B)
Bohunt School- 2008-2013
10 GCSEs (1 A*, 7 As, 2 Bs) including Maths (A) & English (A)
EMPLOYMENT HISTORY
Cashier and Waitress, Cloisters Continental Café (Hampshire) Dates: July 2019-Current
• Coffee trained- Skilled in knowledge and production of different types of coffees, and confidently tailor to meet individual customer preference.
• Management- Personally responsible for opening and closing the café in the correct manner and organizing the employees work rota on a weekly basis.
Waitress, ASK Italian Restaurant (Hampshire) Dates: September 2015-February 2016
• Head waitress– Trained new team members in key competencies and the fast-paced environment helped me to work efficiently under pressure.
• Cross trained- Responsibilities ranged from customer interaction, bar work to back of house.
• Health and safety- ‘Flow’ trained. Understand the high standards that need to be maintained.
• Cash management- Had responsibility of the till and a personal float.
Retail Assistant, Goodwood Revival (West Sussex) Dates: September 2017
• Customer Service –Dealt and resolved difficult, customer based, problems, whilst maintaining a professional and polite manner
• Helped price garments and update databases, increasing my knowledge in retail and consumption.
Hospitality worker, Goodwood Qatar Festival (West Sussex)
Dates: 31st July-4th August 2017
• Worked on Goodwood’s busiest bar trained me to meet objectives under pressure and the importance of teamwork.
Caterer, Moodies Caterer Company (Hampshire) Dates: September 2017- Ongoing
• Catering for weddings across local counties, I served guests, identifying specific client needs and adapted abilities to meet these needs to ensure the event goes smoothly.
WORK EXPERIENCE
Foreign Language Teacher and Sport Coach Volunteer (Fiji) Dates: June-July 2018
• Teaching skills- Introduced interactive, out of classroom, teaching methods for academically struggling students; showing new ways of meeting objectives in different and sometimes challenging scenarios.
• Cooperation- Leaders needed to work together to achieve key aims and effectively communicate was required of the students, both in classroom and sports ground.
Hearst Live, Events Team (London) Dates: September 2018
• Organisation- Control of event guest lists encouraged me to be attentive to detail and responsive to change. I discussed requirements with clients and invited key speakers.
• Supply side operations- Organising guest ‘goody bags’, contacting suppliers and organising the delivery and packaging of products showed my organisational ability.
• Social media and marketing- Responsible for the Hearst Live Social Medias encouraged creativity as I constantly discovered new material to post. I gained an understanding of the ‘brand’ of Hearst and the importance of maintaining a strong online network between brand and consumers.
• Onsite setup- Helping the setup of ‘Red Magazines’ 20th birthday Launch party gave me valuable on ground experience and the importance of different logistical components needed to execute large-scale events.
BDO Accountancy Firm (London) Dates: September 2013
• Shadowed the Head of Marketing and participated in meetings, helping me gain knowledge within the department. Also worked within social media and in general administration.
EXTRA-CURRICULAR
Event Manager, ‘KUBIC’
Dates: November 2017. Co-managed ‘Kubic’, a Cardiff based, Music Event launched 09/10/2017.
Involvement highlighted my entrepreneurial spirit and challenged my business awareness that motivated me to be ambitious and try new things in the future. Roles included:
• Brand marketing- Through the Social Medias, online competitions and distribution of flyers.
• Organization- Booking DJ’s, hiring and organising event space, lighting and sound.
• IT skills- Experience in excel spreadsheets to create cost, revenue and profit analysis and helped my understandings of financial management in business.
ACHIEVEMENTS AND SKILLS
Achievements: Duke of Edinburgh Bronze Award 2013. Trained in First Aid. Achieved Grade 5 Flute.
IT Skills: Proficient with Word, Excel, PowerPoint and confident working in the Windows Operating System.
REFERENCES
References available upon request.
Olivia Clifford
36 Kimbers, Petersfield GU32 2JL
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PERSONAL SUMMARY
A recent Human Geography (BSc) graduate with a First-Class Honors from the University of Cardiff, eager to broaden my experience within a fast-paced, professional environment, where I am able to use and develop my current expertise gained through a variety of academic and work settings. I have a competitive and driven mindset and I am determined to start a career in PR.
EDUCATION
University of Cardiff- 2016-2019
BSc (Hons) Human Geography– 1st Class Degree
Godalming College- 2013-2015
A level Geography (A*) A level English Lang & Lit (A*), A level Media Studies (A), A/S Level Sociology (B)
Bohunt School- 2008-2013
10 GCSEs (1 A*, 7 As, 2 Bs) including Maths (A) & English (A)
EMPLOYMENT HISTORY
Cashier and Waitress, Cloisters Continental Café (Hampshire) Dates: July 2019-Current
• Coffee trained- Skilled in knowledge and production of different types of coffees, and confidently tailor to meet individual customer preference.
• Management- Personally responsible for opening and closing the café in the correct manner and organizing the employees work rota on a weekly basis.
Waitress, ASK Italian Restaurant (Hampshire) Dates: September 2015-February 2016
• Head waitress– Trained new team members in key competencies and the fast-paced environment helped me to work efficiently under pressure.
• Cross trained- Responsibilities ranged from customer interaction, bar work to back of house.
• Health and safety- ‘Flow’ trained. Understand the high standards that need to be maintained.
• Cash management- Had responsibility of the till and a personal float.
Retail Assistant, Goodwood Revival (West Sussex) Dates: September 2017
• Customer Service –Dealt and resolved difficult, customer based, problems, whilst maintaining a professional and polite manner
• Helped price garments and update databases, increasing my knowledge in retail and consumption.
Hospitality worker, Goodwood Qatar Festival (West Sussex)
Dates: 31st July-4th August 2017
• Worked on Goodwood’s busiest bar trained me to meet objectives under pressure and the importance of teamwork.
Caterer, Moodies Caterer Company (Hampshire) Dates: September 2017- Ongoing
• Catering for weddings across local counties, I served guests, identifying specific client needs and adapted abilities to meet these needs to ensure the event goes smoothly.
WORK EXPERIENCE
Foreign Language Teacher and Sport Coach Volunteer (Fiji) Dates: June-July 2018
• Teaching skills- Introduced interactive, out of classroom, teaching methods for academically struggling students; showing new ways of meeting objectives in different and sometimes challenging scenarios.
• Cooperation- Leaders needed to work together to achieve key aims and effectively communicate was required of the students, both in classroom and sports ground.
Hearst Live, Events Team (London) Dates: September 2018
• Organisation- Control of event guest lists encouraged me to be attentive to detail and responsive to change. I discussed requirements with clients and invited key speakers.
• Supply side operations- Organising guest ‘goody bags’, contacting suppliers and organising the delivery and packaging of products showed my organisational ability.
• Social media and marketing- Responsible for the Hearst Live Social Medias encouraged creativity as I constantly discovered new material to post. I gained an understanding of the ‘brand’ of Hearst and the importance of maintaining a strong online network between brand and consumers.
• Onsite setup- Helping the setup of ‘Red Magazines’ 20th birthday Launch party gave me valuable on ground experience and the importance of different logistical components needed to execute large-scale events.
BDO Accountancy Firm (London) Dates: September 2013
• Shadowed the Head of Marketing and participated in meetings, helping me gain knowledge within the department. Also worked within social media and in general administration.
EXTRA-CURRICULAR
Event Manager, ‘KUBIC’
Dates: November 2017. Co-managed ‘Kubic’, a Cardiff based, Music Event launched 09/10/2017.
Involvement highlighted my entrepreneurial spirit and challenged my business awareness that motivated me to be ambitious and try new things in the future. Roles included:
• Brand marketing- Through the Social Medias, online competitions and distribution of flyers.
• Organization- Booking DJ’s, hiring and organising event space, lighting and sound.
• IT skills- Experience in excel spreadsheets to create cost, revenue and profit analysis and helped my understandings of financial management in business.
ACHIEVEMENTS AND SKILLS
Achievements: Duke of Edinburgh Bronze Award 2013. Trained in First Aid. Achieved Grade 5 Flute.
IT Skills: Proficient with Word, Excel, PowerPoint and confident working in the Windows Operating System.
REFERENCES
References available upon request.