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Sydney Tayla Colmer

Auckland

Summary

Dynamic Senior Hairdresser with a proven track record at Marina Hair Salon, excelling in creativity and originality. Demonstrated expertise in hair color, maintenance and styling, alongside exceptional relationship-building skills, product sales through in-depth knowledge, admin and reception duties, and customer education.

Enthusiastic and versatile writer with a strong foundation in creative writing and a deep passion for the English language and literature. Academic background includes distinctions in Basic and Advanced Creative Writing courses, complemented by ongoing studies in a comprehensive Novel Writing Course. Early writing achievements feature the publication of a children's novel and various school awards.
Possesses a solid understanding of different writing styles and a keen interest in both fiction and non-fiction. Equipped to contribute effectively to various writing roles, with a unique blend of creative talent and rigorous academic training. Prepared to excel in content creation, technical writing, and other writing-related fields.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience

Work History

Senior Hairdresser

Marina Hair Salon
Half Moon Bay
01.2018 - Current
  • Supported reception desk, receiving phone calls, entering appointments, and collecting payments for services rendered.
  • Trimmed, cut, and shaped hair based on customer preference.
  • Processed payments, entering sales in register for prompt customer service.
  • Shampooed, conditioned, and rinsed guests' hair using salon-exclusive products while educating clients on product benefits to increase product sales.
  • Kept work areas, tools, and equipment clean and properly sanitized to minimize disease transfer and health risk of shared environment.
  • Scheduled customer appointments and rearranged individual time slots to meet demand.
  • Answered phone calls daily to assess customer needs, schedule appointments, and give advice about hairstyle and color options.
  • Educated clients about products and self-maintenance for healthy hair based on needs and preferences.
  • Built strong and lasting rapport with clients through consistent delivery of requested services and exceptional results.
  • Recorded notes for future reference about customer preferences and services delivered.
  • Determined appropriate hair treatments based on conditions and textures.
  • Mixed pigments and used proper techniques to achieve desired color.
  • Educated customers on products to maximize benefits.
  • Suggested treatments and styles to suit customer appearance and fashion choices.
  • Counted and documented opening and closing cash amounts daily.
  • Stayed updated on current hair trends and techniques to make customers look fashionable and increase satisfaction.

Part Time Receptionist

Crawford Medical Ear Clinic
Howick
01.2016 - 11.2017
  • Welcomed customers with friendly greeting, answered general questions, gathered nature of visit and directed to specific offices.
  • Collected payments, processed transactions and updated relevant records.
  • Greeted incoming visitors and customers professionally and provided friendly, knowledgeable assistance.
  • Kept reception area clean and neat to give visitors positive first impression.

Education

Write A Novel Course

NZ WRITERS COLLEGE
Titirangi, NZ
04.2026

The Advanced Creative Writing Course

NZ Writers College
Titirangi, NZ
11.2023

Vocational Qualification - Hairdressing

Premier Institute
Takapuna, NZ
11.2020

Hairdresser Training

MIT
Manukau, NZ
11.2019

Hairdressing Salon Support

Servilles
Auckland
11.2017

Secondary Education

Howick College
Auckland, NZ
11.2016

Skills

  • Creativity and Originality
  • Hair Cutting, Trimming, blow waves, sets, perms, Hair coloring - tints, semis, Highlights & Lowlights
  • Chemical Application
  • Clipper and Trimmer Operation
  • Styling Suggestions
  • Shampooing and Conditioning
  • Payment Processing
  • Appointment Scheduling
  • Cash Register Operation
  • Tool, Equipment, and Surface Sanitizing
  • Relationship Building with clients
  • Digital Recordkeeping
  • Client consultation
  • Managing phone inquiries
  • Adaptable to Changing Client Needs
  • Active Listening
  • Hair maintenance expert
  • Interpersonal Skills
  • Multitasking Abilities
  • Product expertise
  • Reliability
  • Time management abilities
  • Social skills
  • Product Knowledge
  • Product Sales
  • Stock orders
  • Training Apprentices
  • Clear Communication
  • Professionalism
  • Excellent Communication
  • Idea Brainstorming
  • Document Editing
  • Creative Writing
  • Strong foundation in Fiction writing
  • Research
  • Editing
  • Proofreading
  • Attention to detail
  • Developing stories, character arcs to create imaginative worlds

Affiliations

  • I have a long-standing passion for writing and reading, with a particular interest in fiction and history. My journey into writing began early when I published a children's novel at the age of ten through KidsPub on Amazon. Since then, I have continued to write novels as a personal endeavor, aspiring to publish them in the future. To further develop my writing skills, I have completed two creative writing courses with distinction through NZ Writers College: Basics of Creative Writing and Advanced Creative Writing . Currently, I am enrolled in a two-year Novel Writing Course with the same institution, where I am honing my skills and working towards crafting a publishable novel.
    In addition to writing, I am an avid reader, which continually inspires and informs my creative work.

Name Change Notice

  • Please note that my qualifications and certificates are listed under my maiden name, Sydney Tayla Falgate. All professional and educational achievements are applicable to my current name, Sydney Tayla Colmer.

Timeline

Senior Hairdresser

Marina Hair Salon
01.2018 - Current

Part Time Receptionist

Crawford Medical Ear Clinic
01.2016 - 11.2017

Write A Novel Course

NZ WRITERS COLLEGE

The Advanced Creative Writing Course

NZ Writers College

Vocational Qualification - Hairdressing

Premier Institute

Hairdresser Training

MIT

Hairdressing Salon Support

Servilles

Secondary Education

Howick College
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