Alexander Diamond Email & Phone Number

Manchester, Gb

Manchester Area, United Kingdom

• Lead developer for the React Native app, spearheading the transition from JavaScript to TypeScript to enhance code reliability and maintainability.• Implement new features and optimise existing functionalities, ensuring the app remains responsive and user-friendly across various devices.• Work closely with the lead designer to ensure the app accurately reflects design specifications, enhancing the overall user experience and maintaining visual consistency.

I provide media creation and management to companies seeking to improve their online presence. I currently partner with COD Kitchens & Appliances and The Cheshire Cookery School. My services include:• Creating SEO-optimised content on topics related to the client's business, prioritising product focused as well as generalized articles designed to capture interest, driving traffic to the website and store.• Managing social media content and strategy• Developing email… Show more I provide media creation and management to companies seeking to improve their online presence. I currently partner with COD Kitchens & Appliances and The Cheshire Cookery School. My services include:• Creating SEO-optimised content on topics related to the client's business, prioritising product focused as well as generalized articles designed to capture interest, driving traffic to the website and store.• Managing social media content and strategy• Developing email newsletters• Collaborating on customer acquisition efforts• Staying updated on market trends and competitor practices to ensure optimised results Show less

• Participated in an intensive 13-week full-stack development bootcamp, focusing on essential web technologies: JavaScript, HTML, and CSS for foundational web development; advanced backend skills with Node.js and SQL.• Emphasised hands-on experience through test-driven development, pair programming, and the use of front-end frameworks like React, ensuring proficiency in both individual and collaborative software development environments.• Acquired practical skills in version control… Show more • Participated in an intensive 13-week full-stack development bootcamp, focusing on essential web technologies: JavaScript, HTML, and CSS for foundational web development; advanced backend skills with Node.js and SQL.• Emphasised hands-on experience through test-driven development, pair programming, and the use of front-end frameworks like React, ensuring proficiency in both individual and collaborative software development environments.• Acquired practical skills in version control with Git, RESTful API design, and responsive web design, preparing to tackle complex software development challenges with modern, industry-standard tools and practices.Key Skills Covered:Language: JavaScript/TypeScript, using Node.js, and browsers as environmentTesting & Quality Assurance: Test Driven Development (TDD), Jest, Supertest, ESLintBack-end: PostgreSQL, MySQL, Express.js, RESTful APIs, seeding, migrationsFront-end: HTML, CSS, React, Vite, Electron-vite, Axios, Chart.js. Tailwind, WordPress, LighthouseHosting: Render, Netlify, Elephant SQLDigital Presence: Online content strategy, web analytics, customer engagementOther: Paired programming, technical communication, SDL, Agile, and SCRUM methodologies Show less

Japan

• Planned fun, informative, and interesting English lessons for children ages 7 to 15 in three different schools in Japan. Reevaluated existing English class formatting and worked with Japanese teachers of English to improve quality of elementary school lessons in the• Provided one-on-one tutoring and debate education to four high school age students for regional speech competitions. After their tutoring, all tutees placed first or second two years in a row. • Was deeply involved in… Show more • Planned fun, informative, and interesting English lessons for children ages 7 to 15 in three different schools in Japan. Reevaluated existing English class formatting and worked with Japanese teachers of English to improve quality of elementary school lessons in the• Provided one-on-one tutoring and debate education to four high school age students for regional speech competitions. After their tutoring, all tutees placed first or second two years in a row. • Was deeply involved in placement town’s cultural exchange efforts in free time. Wrote many articles for the local newspaper about topics ranging from travels within Japan to music from Manchester, volunteered at local festivals, and taught evening classes for town citizens with a range of English ability.• By special request of the town office, taught a cooking class in traditional Cypriot dishes for more than two dozen town citizens. Show less

• Confidently represented major brands like Schweppes, Dubliner, and Coca Cola at well-attended international events, including London Cocktail Week and Taste of London.• Organized and led informative masterclasses and lectures instructing guests in inventive recipes based around the brand products, demonstrated complete technical knowledge in products and brand history, orchestrated tastings with VIP event guests.

• Meticulously managed all bar, kitchen, and waitstaff to ensure quality customer service and smooth event experiences. • Created a calm environment for staff in a fast-paced changing environment.• Ensured good workflow and communication within newly formed teams.• Provided a friendly yet professional service to ensure client and customer comfort and worked to accommodate any requests, including last minute changes to service.• Notable events include managing the IBM lounge at… Show more • Meticulously managed all bar, kitchen, and waitstaff to ensure quality customer service and smooth event experiences. • Created a calm environment for staff in a fast-paced changing environment.• Ensured good workflow and communication within newly formed teams.• Provided a friendly yet professional service to ensure client and customer comfort and worked to accommodate any requests, including last minute changes to service.• Notable events include managing the IBM lounge at Cannes Lions 2019 and managing the Google lounge at WEF 2020.• Notable employers include LiquidChefs, Pan-N-Ice, Mange on the Move. Show less

London, United Kingdom

• Provided complete staffing and catering support to a range of clients participating in events such as Cannes Lions 2019 and the 2019 World Economic Forum. Clients ranged from The Wall Street Journal and Google to Facebook and Vice. • Arranged all staff travel needs; calculated estimated product requirements; allocated, ordered, and supplied event stock and equipment; provided on-site management of staff and inventory; worked closely with the finance department to ensure accurate… Show more • Provided complete staffing and catering support to a range of clients participating in events such as Cannes Lions 2019 and the 2019 World Economic Forum. Clients ranged from The Wall Street Journal and Google to Facebook and Vice. • Arranged all staff travel needs; calculated estimated product requirements; allocated, ordered, and supplied event stock and equipment; provided on-site management of staff and inventory; worked closely with the finance department to ensure accurate bookkeeping. Show less

Altrincham, England, United Kingdom

• Role responsibilities included aiding the head chef, helping customers with techniques and recipes, cooking, directing staff, cleaning, serving food and drinks.• I worked with a variety of chefs including Simon Rimmer whilst working here. This job was fundamental in improving both my culinary and communication skills• I co-managed the kid’s cookery club on school holidays and still occasionally help out if I’m in back home.

Manchester, United Kingdom

Claims company specialising in RTA. Floor manager responsibilities included ensuring sales targets were met, training of staff, motivating the team, and leading by example in personal sales.

Manchester, United Kingdom

Claims company specialising in PPI claims. Within 1 month was in the top ten salespersons in the floor. In my third month, I broke the company record for customer referrals resulting in a new commission tier being added for referrals.

Altrincham, England, United Kingdom

• Gourmet Gusto specialised in catering for private dinner parties. Role responsibilities included cooking, serving food and drinks, directing staff, and cleaning.• Jason Palin and I raised £1500 for the Children’s Adventure Farm Trust in 2012.

Bachelor Of Arts - Ba Honours, Ancient/Classical Greek Language And Literature, 2:1 Hons

Activities and Societies: Arts Colours award Social Secretary of The Cheese Grater Magazine - Award-winning student magazine. Producer.

Chemistry, Physics, Maths, Aab

Activities and Societies: 1st Team Rugby. EYP Debate team.