Crew work requires me to be versatile and proficient with manual handling tasks. In the space of a week, I could be working backstage changing sets for The Scottish Opera, or rigging a/v equipment at open-air events (Itison Events Glasglow). Therefore, I am required to complete various tasks and learn new skills extremely quickly every single day. Some events would commence in a matter of hours, so managing and organising my time efficiently under pressure was essential to keep the client… Show more Crew work requires me to be versatile and proficient with manual handling tasks. In the space of a week, I could be working backstage changing sets for The Scottish Opera, or rigging a/v equipment at open-air events (Itison Events Glasglow). Therefore, I am required to complete various tasks and learn new skills extremely quickly every single day. Some events would commence in a matter of hours, so managing and organising my time efficiently under pressure was essential to keep the client happy. When working as a crew chief, being direct and clear was crucial to coordinating and leading the team to ensure the entire task would be completed quickly and accurately. Show less

I worked as an a/v sales assistant at Glasgow Audio for over four years, an experience that allowed me to gain communication, fact-checking, and customer care skills, making me the communicative and straightforward worker I am today. I never felt like I was actively selling to a customer: I listened to their needs and guided them with a relaxed disposition while always ensuring my advice was the truth. This required me to fact-check frequently on product specifications so I would not sell the… Show more I worked as an a/v sales assistant at Glasgow Audio for over four years, an experience that allowed me to gain communication, fact-checking, and customer care skills, making me the communicative and straightforward worker I am today. I never felt like I was actively selling to a customer: I listened to their needs and guided them with a relaxed disposition while always ensuring my advice was the truth. This required me to fact-check frequently on product specifications so I would not sell the customer something that wouldn't work for them and give the company a bad reputation. My tasks also included dealing with money transactions and general administration on a daily basis and reconciling the shop's daily cash flow. Show less