Melissa Smith
Hataitai, Wellington, 6021(Summer) / Ilam,Christchurch
Summary
I am a highly motivated person with a positive, welcoming nature. I am in my second year, studying accounting at the University of Canterbury, and working toward my Chartered Accountancy. I value resilience in everything I do. I am committed to participating in an internship to grow and apply my skills.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Casual Promotions Assistant
Media Works
, Wellington
01.2025 - Current
- Promoted radio stations (Rova, The Edge, The Rock, The Breeze)
- Face-to-face customer interaction
- Setting up equipment
- Provided excellent service and attention to customers when face-to-face.
- Operated a variety of machinery and tools safely and efficiently.
- Worked effectively in team environments.
Cleaner
Air Bnb
, Wellington
11.2024 - 02.2025
- Cleaned studio after guests to a high standards.
- Followed direct instructions
- Serviced, cleaned and restocked rooms/bathrooms.
Retail Assistant
Midio
Wellington CBD, Wellington
08.2022 - 02.2025
- Handled cash and POS system
- Maintained stock levels by replenishing shelves, tidying displays and organising merchandise.
- Analysed sales data to identify trends and adjust sales strategies accordingly.
- Handled customer inquiries, complaints, and returns efficiently.
Education
Bachelor of Commerce - Accounting (Charted Pathway)
University of Canterbury
Christchurch, New Zealand, NZ11-2026
High School Diploma -
Wellington East Girls' College
Wellington, NZ01-2023
Skills
- Financial analysis
- Microsoft Excel
- Customer relationship management
- Attention to detail
- Data analysis
- Team collaboration
- POS system
- Problem-solving
- Good communication skills
- Able to work with all age groups
Certification
- Full Drivers License
- Young Enterprise Scheme
- First Aid Kit
- Excel Course
- Duke of Edinburgh Bronze award (6 months of volunteering, sport and skill, and 2 tramps)
- Duke of Edinburgh Silver Award (3 months of volunteering, skill and 6 months sport, and 1 tramp)
Community Experience
Service Committee member - WEGC 2023
- Responsible for organising charity events, including an op shop, bucket collecting and bake sale.
House Committee - WEGC 2023
- Organising Athletics days, designing and painting banners, WEGC talent show, tactics to earn house points, House week and ensuring everyone enjoys themselves.
Designing 2023 leavers' gear - WEGC 2023
- Contributed to designing the 2023 Leavers' hoodies by crafting potential ideas and gathering opinions from students
Volunteer Club member – WEGC 2023
- WEGC open days, fundraising, breakfast club, and participation in the Wellington College runathon
Women in Business - UC 2024
- Connected with our peers in similar degree
Service volunteer Army club - 2024
Volunteer expirence
Children's athletics training - Onslow Athletics club
- I volunteered to support the weekly Junior Athletics training sessions during the Spring and Summer seasons, assisting young children in their skill development and training.
After school care - Kilbirnie school
- After School Care volunteer for my old primary school in Kilbirnie looking after children aged between 5 and 11.
Interests
- Tennis
- Dragon Boating
- Being around friends and family
- Trying new things
References
- Zoe Blackmore - Manager at MediaWorks (zoeblackmore@mediaworks.co.nz)
- Collin Rhodes - Manager at Midio (+64 27 364 4781)
Timeline
Casual Promotions Assistant
Media Works
01.2025 - Current
Cleaner
Air Bnb
11.2024 - 02.2025
Retail Assistant
Midio
08.2022 - 02.2025
Bachelor of Commerce - Accounting (Charted Pathway)
University of Canterbury
High School Diploma -
Wellington East Girls' College
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