John-Paul Foliaki
Auckland
Summary
I am a proud New Zealand born Tongan with a passion for working with young people. More specifically, I am passionate about using the unique skillset that I have gained through my work as a youth worker, management consultant and now freelance Artist, to help young people live out their dreams and reach their full potential. In doing so, they can make a meaningful contribution to their families, friends and wider community.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Actor
Self-employeed
10.2021 - Current
- Lead actor in Red, White and Brass executive produced Taika Waititi and Carthew Neal.
- Lead actor in Inky Pinky Ponky produced by Tikilounge Films.
- Supporting lead in Far North produced by South Pacific Pictures
Moana Pasifika 7s Tournament MC
Moana Pasifika
12.2023 - 12.2023
- Elevated audience engagement by incorporating Pasifika culture, language and dance into the event.
- Ensured smooth transitions between event segments through effective coordination with speakers and entertainers.
- Collaborated closely with event organizers to align content delivery with overarching themes and objectives.
Youth Development
LeVa
01.2020 - 04.2022
- Conducted workshops with youth in schools around mental health - depression, anxiety and safe communication around mental health
- Implemented creative ways of working that may be more effective to young people as opposed to traditional, mundane ways of working.
- Established a safe and inclusive environment by promoting open communication, fostering teamwork, and encouraging diversity.
- Maintained accurate records of participant progress, utilizing data to inform program adjustments and individualized support strategies.
- Applied crisis intervention methods to de-escalate potentially dangerous scenarios.
Management Consultant (Jnr)
PricewaterhouseCoopers
01.2019 - 12.2019
- Supported transformation operations for specific teams within the client company to improve team efficiency, morale and reporting systems.
- Worked with the Pacific team of a government department to improve their experience in the workplace.
- Collaborated with other Pasifika employees at PwC to improve Pasifika representation within the company and in turn, encourage Pasifika recruitment to PwC.
Education
Bachelor of Law & Arts - Law & Arts Majoring in Sociology
University of Auckland
Auckland, NZ2019
Sacred Heart College
Auckland, NZ2012
Skills
- Excellent communication
- Conflict resolution
- Creative thinker
- Interpersonal skills
- Problem solver
- Event coordination
Timeline
Moana Pasifika 7s Tournament MC
Moana Pasifika
12.2023 - 12.2023
Actor
Self-employeed
10.2021 - Current
Youth Development
LeVa
01.2020 - 04.2022
Management Consultant (Jnr)
PricewaterhouseCoopers
01.2019 - 12.2019
Bachelor of Law & Arts - Law & Arts Majoring in Sociology
University of Auckland
Sacred Heart College
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