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Epsom, England, United Kingdom

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia / London, United Kingdom

I participate in events such as PAX Australia, SMASH!, AVCon, NexusCon, GAMMA.CON, Supanova Pop Culture Expo, and Andrometa. I’ve organised, pitched, presented, and moderated on range of topics from mental health in media to diversity in video games.★ I carried out public relations strategy to raise attendance to thousands for panels created.

London, England, United Kingdom

I perform contract work in communications for local businesses to do variety of tasks, including branding, media analysis, and communications audits. I conduct a thorough review of how the organisation is portrayed in media and evaluate communications materials and effectiveness. I outline processes by creating a work calendar detailing project deadlines, deliver reports of findings, and make recommendations to improve the corporate image. I provide suggestions to individuals and corporate houses on how to communicate with others efficiently and effectively. I review social media presence and offer proposals relating to improving customer engagement and activity.

London, England Metropolitan Area

I quickly built a profitable and sustainable business offering making of custom costumes per requirements of each client, communicating closely with client to manage administration, accessories, and shipping. I develop long- and short-term strategies and tactics for growth. I create brand messaging to attract and retain customers. I construct and manage budgets and strategic plans for operations, information technology, and marketing, including advertising, social media, customer service, and finance. I manage operations to ensure customer satisfaction. I coordinate all public relations activities and media relations strategy, seeking high-level placements in print, broadcast, and online media. I develop a marketing communications plan including strategy, goals, budget, and tactics.★ I built up so many clients after opening – necessary to turn people away.★ I fulfilled orders internationally and within first six months of business, team produced 100+ costumes for personal use and clients.

Canberra Dfo

I collaborate with multiple teams across various stores for major Australian retailer to organise and execute running of stores.Trained new employees on sales and visual standards. Identified products needing to be filled throughout the day and coordinated with stock team to restock products. Assisted customers with finding products on sales floor to satisfy needs and answered customer questions regarding features and benefits, making note of price and spatial changes. Reset sales floor to visual standards at close of sales day. Process customer transactions using point-of-sale software, process changes and returns, and explain promotions and further products related to those being purchased.★ I managed the department for three years with little training by adapting to needs of store and customers.★ I developed and executed staff training and created a strong rapport within our staff to create positive attitudes and meet all sales goals within an omnichannel retailer.

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

I served as an ASMTI / USFPI Communications Team Member within Australia-Singapore Military Training Initiative and United States Force Posture Initiative as media specialist. I planned and executed events, issued media releases, wrote and administered ministerial correspondence for stakeholders, and created stakeholder biographies. I developed associated strategy plans for Initiatives, as well as public newsletters and strategies to update and enhance the website and issue public information.★ I created and managed all aspects of military event for Ministry of Defence including Australian and Singaporean military personnel.

Adelaide, South Australia, Australia

I designed and implemented social media strategy to align with business goals and encourage growth of audience and contributors. I performed research on current benchmark trends and audience preferences. I monitored the use of social media to evaluate the meeting of specific objectives and reported on ROI. I wrote and edited articles, contributed to magazine formatting, and covered live events for the Magazine. I displayed independent problem-solving and initiative in live event coverage.★ I was the Host of Cosplay Paradise and Kid’s Cosplay Parade at Oz Comic-Con with ReedPOP, including both children’s and adult parade events, involving crowd and performing for cameras (2017).★ I was a consultant for Andrometa event with MotionRush Media – advised on social media usage and engagement for target audiences and assisted with organising event with emphasis on cosplay competition (2016).★ I increased engagement across multiple social media platforms by ~250% during tenure and collaborated with key brands to execute giveaway events.★ I increased our portfolio by conducting interviews internationally and covered live events across the globe.

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

I provided administrative support in variety of functions to organisation. I collected, reviewed, and analysed complex and / or confidential information and assisted with filing and transfer. I created reports, charts, budgets, and other presentation materials. Responded to or routed priority and confidential inquiries from external or internal sources with correspondence or other messaging. I scheduled and coordinated meetings, travel, and other group activities.