Jay Kotak Email & Phone Number

London, Gb

Shoreditch, London

London, United Kingdom

+ Lead Sustainability Project to build upon groundwork set out as part of our Royal Warrant. Built relationships with key organisations, set practices and targets for the company to achieve in 2018. + Reworked and finalised provisional design concept for new in-house B2C supermarket brand. Sourced display materials and suitable printing for product launch in Sainsbury's.+ Prototyped product label for bespoke Budgens supermarket product that would also function as a seal for commercial… Show more + Lead Sustainability Project to build upon groundwork set out as part of our Royal Warrant. Built relationships with key organisations, set practices and targets for the company to achieve in 2018. + Reworked and finalised provisional design concept for new in-house B2C supermarket brand. Sourced display materials and suitable printing for product launch in Sainsbury's.+ Prototyped product label for bespoke Budgens supermarket product that would also function as a seal for commercial packaging. Sourced cost-effective printing for final design.+ Conceptualised new marketing materials and posters to promote our newest products and keep our company in the forefront of our customers minds, driving new and repeat business.+ Researched and devised a solution to automate stapling marketing attachments onto invoices through re-purposing of existing printer resources leading to a reduced workforce cost.+ Developed "Seasonal Product Analysis" tool to automatically compare YOY sales, providing insight into profitability and visualising key data to decide future product ranges.+ Built "Price List Generation" tool to populate price lists bespoke to each customer. Additional functionality included highlighting best selling products for similar segments to provide guidance to customers and drive sales. + Conducted Excel data analysis and developed SQL in preparation for new ERP launch. Learnt custom scripting language to design new style invoice, despatch notes, purchase orders taking advantage of additional ERP functionality. Show less

London, United Kingdom

+ Project managed Royal Warrant application, established company wide Company Social Responsibility (CSR) policies and set future departmental goals+ Conducted competitor analysis. Determined our position in the marketplace, identified new product lines and price changes to increase profitability and sales.+ Redeveloped our external collateral range for printed media and online, establishing brand guidelines and providing a consistent appearance. Design responsibility includes:… Show more + Project managed Royal Warrant application, established company wide Company Social Responsibility (CSR) policies and set future departmental goals+ Conducted competitor analysis. Determined our position in the marketplace, identified new product lines and price changes to increase profitability and sales.+ Redeveloped our external collateral range for printed media and online, establishing brand guidelines and providing a consistent appearance. Design responsibility includes: Brochures, Price Lists, Flyers, Posters, Business Cards, Folders, Bags, Stickers, Christmas Cards, Vans+ Evaluated suppliers, sourced more cost-effective suppliers to reduce the impact on the marketing budget+ Scripted on-brand copy for seasonal products, new product development and retail launches+ Extracted and organised customer e-mails to enable sector-targeted newsletter to be sent through Mailchimp platform leading to above industry open-rates+ Introduced internal weekly industry newsletter, collating market developments to background knowledge and generate new leads+ Brought website management (CMS) and development in-house, providing fresher content and saving on expenditure+ Lead pop-up events, organising logistics, staffing and materials. Presented and showcased products to increase brand awareness+ Provided brand and design input across Bread Ltd, including product label design for products sold in Sainsbury’s and marketing materials to help win business from Tesco+ Lead marketing launch of regional branch, redeveloping logo, designing responsive website and establishing online presence+Took on the marketing responsibilities of The Flour Station, a B2C brand, handling menu design, advertising drops, PR Invites and online presence management Show less

London, United Kingdom

+ Acted as in-house designer, producing marketing materials (posters, menus, flyers, POS, etc) on short lead time for internal and external purposes.+ Managed social media accounts and newsletters for a Japanese restaurant start up, leading to increased subscribers/followers.+ Constantly managed and reviewed suppliers to ensure cost efficiency for restaurant and catering operations.+ Partnered with high-profile contract caterer at investment bank in Canary Wharf to run in-house… Show more + Acted as in-house designer, producing marketing materials (posters, menus, flyers, POS, etc) on short lead time for internal and external purposes.+ Managed social media accounts and newsletters for a Japanese restaurant start up, leading to increased subscribers/followers.+ Constantly managed and reviewed suppliers to ensure cost efficiency for restaurant and catering operations.+ Partnered with high-profile contract caterer at investment bank in Canary Wharf to run in-house "pop-up" based on strong brand and marketing performance.+ Executed marking campaigns from start to finish for new product launches and high profile collaborations (E.g. MasterChef Winner) Show less

Basingstoke

+ Installed and operated the Hawk-Eye line judgement system at tennis events worldwide+ Liaised with broadcasters to create statistical graphics and information for viewers at home+ Developed software and hardware to improve operational efficiency of the service

Nasushiobara City, Tochigi, Japan

+ Developed interactive teaching methods through the use of technology in the classroom.+ Introduced an online resource sharing system to exchange ideas and lesson plans for teachers across the city.+ Utilised my increased language abilities to enhance my responsibilities and extend my previous role.

Barnet, London, United Kingdom

+ Assembled and prepared child friendly computer systems for a local start up company.+ Diagnosed hardware and software issues and restored working functionality of IT equipment.+ Built office computer networks, developed a tailored organisation system and provided ongoing user support.

Welwyn Garden City, Hertfordshire, United Kingdom

+ Orientated visiting Japanese students to the UK, providing historical and cultural tours.+ Implemented innovative lessons to motivate students beyond the typical learning paradigm.

Goto Island, Nagasaki, Japan

+ Devised original teaching materials and instructed lessons at primary and secondary schools classes of 1-40 children.+ Actively involved in local community events and assisted in translation work for the local government.+ Overcame cultural and linguistic barriers to become an effective, productive member of staff.+ Established an immersive English room for students to help promote intercultural exchange between the UK and Japan.

Enfield, London, United Kingdom

+ As deputy implemented safety regulations, handled documentation and payment, managed equipment.

Enfield, London, United Kingdom

+ Organised and executed art and sporting activities for 5 to 13 year olds, with high client interaction.+ Displayed quick thinking and constant initiative to adapt in a fluid working environment.

Edinburgh, United Kingdom

+ Demonstrated teamwork and commitment to help prepare, organise and staff a new store for opening.+ Gained vital retail experience, improving my customer service skills and increasing my commercial awareness.+ Learnt the satisfaction and pride involved when you combine a job with your own interests.

Bachelor Of Engineering (Beng), Artificial Intelligence And Software Engineering, First Class With Honours.

+ Bachelor of Engineering (BEng) in Artificial Intelligence and Software Engineering with First Class Honours. (05-09) + Project leader.

Diploma In Modern Japanese Language, Japanese, First Class Awarded

+ Diploma in Modern Japanese Language, First Class awarded. + Japanese Language Proficiency Level N3. + Initiated a regular language.