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Dawn Boxer

Auckland, New Zealand

Summary

Customer focused Office Administrator eager to work in Retail and Clothing as I have a huge passion for fashion. I have 2 years office administrator experience and 1 year experience working in retail. I have also been working as a part of youth workers in the school holidays with the youth of Auckland. I'm a polite, presentable lady who has a very outstanding personality and I look forward to working with a wide range of people in a set retail environment. Im very confident in dealing with the public, serving customers and resolving complaints in a positive way. I also have a desire to help others hence, I don't shy away from difficult scenarios that consists of pressure. I have had retail experience before and I am able to work efficiently and accurately. My strong leadership role communication skills and friendly outlook makes me well suited to a customer facing role.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience

Work History

Office Administrator

Edge Lifeskills
02.2021 - 11.2023
  • Interacted with customers by phone, email, or in-person to provide information.
  • Answered multi-line phone system, routing calls, delivering messages to staff and greeting visitors.
  • Maintained electronic and paper filing systems for easy retrieval of information.
  • Coordinated communications, financial processing, registration, recordkeeping, and other administrative functions.
  • Reconciled account files and produced monthly reports.
  • Edited documents to improve accuracy of language, flow, and readability.
  • Managed and properly accounted for petty cash issued to facilitate general office activities.
  • Monitored and oversaw general cleaning of office in line with company cleanliness standards.
  • Organized, facilitated and participated in community service efforts.
  • Maintained professional demeanor by staying calm when addressing unhappy or angry customers.

Retail Sales Assistant

Kmart Manukau
10.2020 - 10.2021
  • Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
  • Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
  • Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
  • Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
  • Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
  • Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
  • Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
  • Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
  • Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
  • Strengthened communication skills through regular interactions with others.
  • Greeted customers, helped locate merchandise, and suggested suitable options.
  • Greeted customers and helped with product questions, selections, and purchases.
  • Helped customers complete purchases, locate items, and join reward programs.
  • Stocked merchandise, clearly labeling items, and arranging according to size or color.
  • Issued receipts and processed refunds, credits, or exchanges.
  • Displayed merchandise by arranging in appealing ways to boost sales.
  • Informed customers of current store promotions to encourage additional sales purchases.
  • Checked pricing, scanned items, applied discounts, and printed receipts to ring up customers.
  • Answered questions about store policies and addressed customer concerns.
  • Increased sales and customer satisfaction through personalized servicing.
  • Refunded payments for returned items, processed exchanges, and offered store credit to achieve customer satisfaction.
  • Assisted customers with locating and choosing merchandise in store departments.
  • Organized store merchandise racks and displays to promote and maintain visually appealing environments.
  • Answered customer questions about products and services, helped locate merchandise, and promoted key items.
  • Engaged in friendly conversation with customer to better uncover individual needs.
  • Listened to customer needs and desires to identify and recommend optimal products.

CookIsland Professional Dancer

Anuanua Dance Troupe
01.2019 - Current
  • Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
  • Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
  • Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
  • Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
  • Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
  • Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
  • Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
  • Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
  • Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
  • Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
  • Strengthened communication skills through regular interactions with others.
  • Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
  • Adaptable and proficient in learning new concepts quickly and efficiently.
  • Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
  • Worked flexible hours across night, weekend and holiday shifts.
  • Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
  • Performed in multiple roles by attending daily rehearsals to perfect execution of dance movements.
  • Maintained a professional attitude and work ethic during long rehearsals and performances.
  • Progressed quickly by mastering challenging choreography and routines.
  • Coordinated with choreographers to enhance and refine movements to properly enact intended vision.
  • Developed professional relationships with different dance professionals, choreographers, and performers by actively listening and effectively communicating.
  • Picked up choreography moves easily and immediately incorporated changes in choreography or new moves by staying flexible.
  • Choreographed solo, duo, and group performances for contemporary dance company.
  • Incorporated variety of movement styles into percussive dance routines for stage performance.

Babysitter

Many People
01.2019 - 10.2021
  • Played games, worked on puzzles, and read books to young children.
  • Communicated positively with children and guardians.
  • Organized and cleaned home after activities by picking up toys and straightening up play room.
  • Prepared healthy, age-appropriate snacks and meals.
  • Reassured children when upset providing emotional support and stability.
  • Bathed, dressed, and helped with teeth brushing as part of bedtime preparation.
  • Assisted with meal preparation, light housekeeping and laundry to support family with additional chores.
  • Sanitized dishes, tabletops, toys, and frequently touched surfaces to prevent spreading of germs.
  • Taught children to organize toys, wash hands, and share by leading by example.
  • Communicated with parents regarding children's progress and development, raising any issues.
  • Assisted children with homework assignments and special projects across different subjects.
  • Planned fun outings and educational activities to keep children entertained.
  • Guided school homework and read bedtime stories to support development.
  • Administered medications, following strict instructions from parents and medical labels.
  • Monitored children's play activities to verify safety.
  • Engaged with children on individual basis to build positive relationships.
  • Encouraged children to be understanding and patient with others.
  • Taught children basic life skills, manners and personal hygiene.
  • Helped children complete homework assignments and school projects.
  • Supervised children engaged in physical activity, learning and social skills with peers.
  • Supervised children on playground to help develop physical and social skills.
  • Promoted language development skills through reading and storytelling.
  • Organized activities that enhanced children's physical, emotional and social well-being.

Social Media Influencer

Instagram & Tiktok
01.2020 - Current
  • Engaged with consumers using education, passion and authenticity.
  • Maintained social media accounts by keeping content engaging, fresh, educational and entertaining.
  • Created, curated and managed published content for feed and stories across social media channels.
  • Live streamed dialogue and events on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram to optimize interaction and engagement levels.
  • Built relationships with other brand ambassadors and influencers to assist in social media strategy.
  • Formulated high-quality written storytelling and visual content for social media campaigns.
  • Collaborated with marketing team to create and implement promotional campaigns.
  • Established and maintained positive relationships with customers.
  • Assisted customers with product selection based on individual needs and preferences.
  • Developed creative displays and signage to draw customers to products.
  • Increased sales by effectively communicating product benefits.
  • Worked with team to achieve sales goals for products.

Acting

Background Talent & Warner Bro's
08.2022 - Current
  • Worked collaboratively with other actors to perform scenes and convey stories.
  • Made necessary adjustments to acting, following guidance and requests from directors.
  • Managed time to arrive on set when required to not delay rehearsals and shows.
  • Practiced lines and scenes independently and collaboratively to prepare for performances.
  • Traveled to set locations to complete onsite filming.
  • Learned scripts to understand characters' relationships and develop role interpretations.
  • Studied and rehearsed roles from scripts to interpret and memorize lines and cues.
  • Kept in good physical shape to increase fitness and movability on set.
  • Maintained professional attitude and demeanor at all times.
  • Used body language, facial expressions and vocal techniques to convey messages.
  • Collaborated with other performers for scene and character development.

CookIsland Model

Aku Yanga
09.2020 - 03.2021
  • Adapted quickly to changing environments for continued professionalism under pressure.
  • Remained focused, motivated and professional throughout long shoots and events.
  • Understood fashion trends to accurately portray brand and client briefs.
  • Modeled garments such as dresses, coats, underclothing, and swimwear.
  • Maintained readiness for all jobs by keeping up with proper self-care and effective stress management strategies.
  • Developed growing contacts networks to secure regular work.
  • Promoted products and services by posing for commercials, live shows, and photo shoots.
  • Forged constructive relationships with photographers, creative directors and fashion professionals for productive working environments.
  • Created looks according to brand directives through photographer, stylist and makeup artist collaboration.
  • Kept up with personal care to cut down on wait times for hair, makeup and styling.
  • Built extensive modeling portfolios showcasing adaptability and versatility for varied brands.
  • Posed for photo shoots to showcase clothing designs and accessories.
  • Participated in video shoots to promote fashion and beauty products.
  • Modeled in editorial shoots for fashion magazines.
  • Walked runways to introduce new collections.
  • Represented companies and brands at conventions and trade shows to promote products and services.
  • Stood for fitting sessions to help designers with clothing size information.
  • Worked with hair and makeup artists for beauty campaigns.
  • Appeared on TV commercials to promote consumer goods.

Education

Saint Kentigern College
Auckland, NZ

Auckland Girls' Grammar School
Newton, NZ

Skills

  • Visual Merchandising
  • Ability to Work Under Pressure
  • Ability to Multitask
  • Effective Time Management
  • Conflict Resolution
  • Interpersonal Communication
  • Public Speaking
  • Adaptability
  • Public Engagement

Languages

English
Native or Bilingual
CookIsland Maori
Limited Working

Additional Information

References:

Tommy Alapati from Edge Lifeskills Boss - 021615596

Steve Boxer from Edge Lifeskills Owner - 021915368

Kura Kiria from Anuanua Dance Troupe - 0274511225

Rita Smith from Motorchicks, Netball - 0274870967

Ang Perese from Babysitting - 021497668

Timeline

Acting

Background Talent & Warner Bro's
08.2022 - Current

Office Administrator

Edge Lifeskills
02.2021 - 11.2023

Retail Sales Assistant

Kmart Manukau
10.2020 - 10.2021

CookIsland Model

Aku Yanga
09.2020 - 03.2021

Social Media Influencer

Instagram & Tiktok
01.2020 - Current

CookIsland Professional Dancer

Anuanua Dance Troupe
01.2019 - Current

Babysitter

Many People
01.2019 - 10.2021

Saint Kentigern College

Auckland Girls' Grammar School

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