In my previous experiences within a working environment I have proven to have a driven work ethic, and have displayed great confidence when approached by new challenges. I have shown enthusiasm, and determination under pressured conditions, but have equally demonstrated my ability to work within a team by communicated with my colleagues successfully. I have offered unique and creative ideas to excel the companies I have worked for. I would consider myself to be a perfectionist, as I cannot accept anything below the best of what I am capable of.
Creativity –
- Designed my own profile pages using HTML codes.
- Distinction* in BTEC Art, and an A in Fine Art A level,
- Self-taught in programs such as Illustrator, Photoshop, Graphic Tablet work since 2008.
- At 16, adopted more traditional mediums - oil painting, pencil work and charcoal to produce portrait art.
- Illustrated a Children’s Book: Kamillah the Butterfly in 2012
- Currently an active portrait artist - promoted and sold artwork through social media platforms like instagram, twitter, facebook, society6, and on my own website www.zahraaalh.com
Language and Literature skills -
- BA in English Literature
- Fluent in Arabic, which has proven to be greatly useful in the financial/business world.
- Produced a script for the contemporary stage in my final year.
Leadership and Teaching Skills – On several occasions have I proven to be an efficient and beneficial leader within work experiences and several events and charitable organisations. I have also tutored secondary school students in English on a variety of occasions.
Work history
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SupervisorKate Spade, New York
- London, United KingdomFull Time
- Supervisor at Kate Spade London flagship, and the largest Kate Spade store in Europe
- Driving KPIs, daily, weekly, monthly and annual targets by aiding and directing sales associates.
- Worked and managed a team of 30.
- Awareness of luxury brands and trends, and fashion.
- Solely managed store's repairs and complaints, tackling daily inquiries and ensuring great customer service.
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SupervisorOFFICE SHOES
- London, United KingdomFull Time
- Dual site supervisor for Office concessions Topman and Topshop.
- Managing the highest turnover stores for the men's and women's concessions within largest TS and TM on Oxford Street.
- Managed and worked with a team of 20 within each concession.
Daily responsibilities:
-Driving KPIs/daily targets to ensure store hits weekly and monthly targets through floor presence.
-Support managers operationally with rotas, inventory management and customer repairs.
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Skills
- Creative Arts
- Fine Art
- Fine Artist
- Artist
- 2D Artist
- Graphic Art
- Writer
- Article Writer
Education
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BA EnglishBirkbeck, University of London
- London, United Kingdom
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3 A-C A LevelsRichmond Upon Thames College
- London, United Kingdom
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