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James Fee

Christchurch,CAN

Summary

Energetic and enthusiastic tourism professional seeking part-time tour guiding roles. Passionate about sharing New Zealand’s history, culture, and natural beauty with visitors from around the world.

I love connecting with people from all over the world and creating memorable experiences they’ll talk about long after their visit. I’ve spent eight months living in Taiwan and China, learning Mandarin and exploring different cultures, which has given me a real knack for communicating with visitors from diverse backgrounds. My interests include cars and automotive mechanics, hiking, tramping, kayaking, surfing, and exploring the outdoors — all of which feed my energy, curiosity, and storytelling. As a punter on the Avon River, I’ve honed my ability to make history, wildlife, and local quirks entertaining and engaging for groups of all sizes. I have excellent driving skills, a completely clean license, experience with long trips and varied road conditions, and mechanical knowledge of cars, meaning I could safely handle vehicles for tour driving and troubleshoot minor issues on the go. I’m fully willing and capable of obtaining a P endorsement / commercial passenger license if needed. Friendly, approachable, and energetic, I thrive on sharing stories and creating fun, unforgettable experiences for every visitor.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience

Work History

Front of House – Lakeside Café and Crafts
01.2018
  • Managed customer interactions, orders, and service
  • Developed a friendly and professional customer service approach

Tour Guide

Punting on the Avon
11.2022 - Current
  • Conduct 30–45 minute guided tours of the Avon River for international visitors
  • Deliver entertaining and informative commentary on history, wildlife, and landmarks
  • Manage large group bookings and provide excellent customer service
  • Research knowledge of history, wildlife, trees, and buildings to enhance tours
  • Maintain physical fitness for operating heavy boats

Education

NCEA Level 3 - Hospitality, Media Studies, Geography, Hard Materials

Barista Course - Espresso preparation, coffee origins, and quality beverage creation

Vision College

Chinese Language Study & Cultural Experience - undefined

Chinese Cultural University
Taipei

Skills

  • Public speaking and storytelling
  • Research and historical knowledge
  • Cross-cultural communication and adaptability
  • Teamwork and independent problem-solving
  • Basic Mandarin conversational skills

Accomplishments

  • Consistently received 5-star reviews for engaging, humorous, and informative tours
  • Recognized for professionalism and ability to create memorable experiences

Interests

Meeting people from around the world, photography, cars and automotive mechanics, hiking, tramping, kayaking, and surfing

Timeline

Tour Guide

Punting on the Avon
11.2022 - Current

Front of House – Lakeside Café and Crafts
01.2018

Chinese Language Study & Cultural Experience - undefined

Chinese Cultural University

Barista Course - Espresso preparation, coffee origins, and quality beverage creation

Vision College

NCEA Level 3 - Hospitality, Media Studies, Geography, Hard Materials

James Fee