Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
Communication Skills
Willingness To Learn
Community And Volunteer Experience
References
Hobbies and Interests
Affiliations
Certification
Languages
References
Timeline
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Jess Simpson

Wellington,Island Bay

Summary

I'm looking for part-time work that can match my university schedule.

I put a lot of effort into my work and take great pride in it. With my contagious grin and people capabilities, I will make every customer feel welcome. I grow from my mistakes and use that knowledge to perform my job as effectively and efficiently as possible. I am able to adapt to the requirements of the position by learning from my environment thanks to my array of different job types.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Factory Production Worker

The Brothers Cold Press
11.2023 - 01.2024
  • Enhanced production efficiency by operating various machinery and equipment in a timely manner.
  • Increased product quality by conducting regular inspections and identifying areas for improvement.
  • Collaborated with team members to meet production deadlines, ensuring customer satisfaction.
  • heavy lifting.
  • worked here for a summer job in-between uni


Brand Promoter

Good Sh*t Beverages
07.2023 - 07.2023
  • Boosted brand awareness by implementing targeted marketing strategies and engaging promotional events.
  • Enhanced customer engagement for increased sales through product demonstrations and personalized interactions.
  • Generated positive word-of-mouth referrals by consistently providing an exceptional customer experience during promotional events.
  • worked at a single event at beervana to promote the product to many companies.
  • needed to have complex knowledge to be able to answer questions about the product
  • engage companies who came up in creative ways to maintain attention for a sales increase in the products.


Assistant Store Manager

Platypus Shoes
09.2022 - 06.2023
  • Boosted customer satisfaction by providing exceptional service and addressing concerns promptly.
  • Enhanced store appearance for increased sales by maintaining cleanliness and implementing strategic merchandise displays.
  • Streamlined inventory management with regular audits, accurate ordering, and efficient stock organization.
  • Increased employee retention, training staff in effective customer service techniques and product knowledge.


  • Delivered consistent sales growth by identifying opportunities for promotions and cross-selling products to customers.
  • Developed a loyal customer base through personalized interactions, increasing repeat business in-store visits.
  • Managed cash registers efficiently, ensuring accurate transactions, balancing drawers daily, and minimizing discrepancies.

Assistant manager

  • This is a full time job, for me to grow opportunities and and expand my managing capabilities

Key holder

  • Opening and closing, extra priority's, running shifts, managing shifts

The recruitment network

The recruitment network
02.2020 - Current

This job consisted of providing food and beverage in a large stadium setting.

worked well with face pace handling of customers/ rushes.

maintained a friendly face for customers to feel calm and happy within a frantic environment.

keeping up and consistent with up keep rules and regulations.

  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by providing efficient and accurate cash transactions.
  • Handled multiple payment methods securely, minimizing discrepancies and potential losses.
  • Exceeded productivity goals through consistent attention to detail and organization during busy shifts.

Face Painter

Happy Kids Face Painting
02.2019 - 12.2019
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by delivering high-quality face painting services for various events and parties.
  • Streamlined the face painting process by maintaining organized workstations and implementing efficient techniques.
  • Received consistent positive feedback from clients, leading to repeat business and referrals for new customers.
  • Established strong relationships with local businesses and event organizers, resulting in increased bookings for face painting services.
  • Continuously improved skills through attending workshops and conferences, staying current on industry trends and techniques.
  • Provided exceptional customer service by engaging with guests and ensuring their comfort throughout the face painting experience.
  • learnt how to manage working with children. dealing with quick movements and emotions.

Sfx Makeup Assistant

Celeste Strewe
07.2019 - 07.2019
  • Enhanced client satisfaction by providing personalized makeup application and expert advice tailored to individual needs.
  • Assisted lead makeup artist in preparing clients for photo shoots, ensuring a professional and efficient process.
  • Maintained a clean and organized workspace, adhering to strict hygiene standards for the safety of all clients.


Community Theatre Volunteer

Dolphin Theatre
01.2016 - 07.2019
  • worked backstage in a fast pace environment
  • able to work long hours for multiple weeks at a time
  • able to contort myself to different lines of work ie: kitchen hand, back stage, front of house, cleanup, makeup, prop design, promoter ect.
  • high energy and cheerful attitude to create a friendly environment.
  • volunteer, for experience and enjoyed the environment around me.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Fine Arts

University of Auckland
Auckland, New Zealand
01.2024

Epsom Girls Grammar School
Auckland, New Zealand
01.2021

Skills

  • Opening and closing, extra priority's, running shifts, managing shifts
  • Cashier abilities
  • Team work
  • Communication skills
  • Meeting deadlines
  • Staff Management
  • Retail Operations
  • Team Motivation
  • Customer Rapport
  • Punctuality
  • Patience
  • Collaboration skills
  • Creative and Artsy
  • Ability to communicate with people who have slight language barriers
  • Makeup: beauty, glam, gore, creative
  • 10 years of acting experience
  • lifting abilities
  • patience
  • always eager to learn new things and acquire new skills
  • ability to create a conversation with no prior knowledge
  • ability to build a strong report
  • photoshop
  • photography abilities

Accomplishments


  • Assistant management roles in which i helped exceed targets.
  • receiving a letter from Massey university acknowledging an excelling academic progress.
  • Excellence endorsement in photography and art, 2021
  • Photography award 2021
  • Excellence endorsement, 2020
  • Physical education award, 2019
  • Excellence endorsement, 2019
  • Air Cadets, 2018

Communication Skills

During my work with face painting, I had to deal with a variety of pf people of different ages, including special needs children. This helped my communication skills as I had to explain what I was doing and communicate in a way that made them feel safe.

Willingness To Learn

I love to learn new things and am open to new ideas, I'm very open-minded and always eager to learn new skills.

Community And Volunteer Experience

  • Happy kids face painting, Auckland, New Zealand, 11/2019, Present
  • Music video production, Auckland, New Zealand, 07/2019, Present
  • Dolphin theatre, Auckland, New Zealand, 03/2019, 05/2019
  • Dolphin theatre, Auckland, New Zealand, 07/2018, 10/2018

References

  • Dion Anderson, lighting director, 0211707060
  • Celest Strewe, makeup artist, sfx and body art artist, 0274128141
  • Ahrin swift mayor, Former assistant manager - Merchant, +64 21 156 4535

Hobbies and Interests

  • Face paint worker
  • SFX Makeup assistant
  • Back stage help

Affiliations

  • multi- media art
  • fitness
  • singing
  • interior design
  • photography
  • funky makeup ( contemporary /Sfx, gore looks)

Certification

  • Full licence, Class 1, 2021
  • Completion of defensive driving course

Languages

Hungarian
Elementary
Spanish
Limited Working

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Factory Production Worker

The Brothers Cold Press
11.2023 - 01.2024

Brand Promoter

Good Sh*t Beverages
07.2023 - 07.2023

Assistant Store Manager

Platypus Shoes
09.2022 - 06.2023

The recruitment network

The recruitment network
02.2020 - Current

Sfx Makeup Assistant

Celeste Strewe
07.2019 - 07.2019

Face Painter

Happy Kids Face Painting
02.2019 - 12.2019

Community Theatre Volunteer

Dolphin Theatre
01.2016 - 07.2019

Assistant manager

Key holder

Bachelor of Arts - Fine Arts

University of Auckland

Epsom Girls Grammar School
Jess Simpson