Alex Mitchell
Summary
With a decade of robust experience in food retail complemented by six years of dynamic involvement in the music and events industry, I am a poised and self-assured professional who approaches each day with a positive and calm demeanor. My background has equipped me with a diverse skill set that I am eager to leverage in pursuit of a new career direction. I am confident that the expertise I have honed in my previous roles will be a valuable asset to any team, as I seek to transition my career and contribute positively to a new professional environment.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Assistant
Ground Control Event Services
09.2023 - Current
• Spearheaded venue management at SXSW Sydney, ensuring seamless event execution.
• VIP experiences for major stadium tours, delivering exceptional service.
• Versatile front-of-house and crew role performance at various-scale events, demonstrating adaptability and professionalism.
Manager
The Cheese Shop Deli
09.2014 - Current
• Boasting a decade of part-time experience in the food retail sector as a seasoned Cheese Monger.
• Expert in curating cheese pairings with a variety of foods and beverages, enhancing customer dining experiences.
• Proficient in identifying and articulating intricate flavor profiles to customers, ensuring informed purchase decisions.
• Leveraged extensive cheese knowledge to innovate and contribute to recipe development.
• Demonstrated leadership in training staff on product knowledge, fostering a culture of expertise and customer education.
Office Administration
Virgin Music
07.2022 - 01.2023
• Curated the weekly newsletter curation for the Australian music industry, integrating press releases, new music announcements, and touring schedules from Virgin Music's roster of artists.
• Efficiently managed distribution reports and executed a variety of administrative duties to support office operations.
Booking Assistant
The Curtin
04.2018 - 05.2019
• In charge of ticketing operations and website content management at The Curtin, a historic Melbourne music venue with over two decades of legacy.
• Coordinated bookings for sound/lighting technicians and DJs, ensuring top-notch event production quality.
• Fostered strong relationships through effective liaising with artists and managers for seamless event execution.
• Distributed detailed worksheets and conducted thorough research on both local and international artists to enhance venue performances.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Music Industry
RMIT University
Melbourne, VIC2020
Diploma - Audiovisual Technology
RMIT University
Melbourne, VIC2015
VCE -
St Kevins College
Melbourne2013
Skills
- Creative Thinking
- Collaborative Work
- Interpersonal Skills
- Leadership
- Organization
- Time Management
SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE
Leadership
- I have succesfully guided small teams in project based work, always prioritizing customer satisfaction and ensuring operational efficency.
- Leading by example is something I believe in by actively particpating in team efforts and offering hands on problem solving support.
Interpersonal Skills
- I excel in forging rapid relationships in a workplace which fosters an efficent and trusting team dynamic.
- My ability to read people and situations allow me to navigate protential conflicts proactively which maintains an efficent workspace and prevents problems before they arise.
Event Managment
- I have played key roles in orchestrating small to medium scaled events
- My responsiblities have ranged from curating music to staffing, site setup and breakdown, distriibuting worksheets, and liasing with artists/managers.
Certification
DJ
Jan 2021 - Present
I am regularly booked to DJ at various pubs and bars around Melbourne such as The Curtin, Dr Morse, Runner Up, The Keys and Bodriggy Brewery.
Radio Presenter
PBS FM 106.7
Dec 2023 - Present
After completing the PBS announcer program I now volunteer at PBS radio where I am a broadcaster on the New Noise show, overnight slots and fill-ins. I play a wide range of local and international artists focusing on downtempo, indie rock, rnb and synth pop.
Festival Work
2015 - Present
I continuously work various roles at multiple festivals.
RISING 2024: Front of House
SXSW Sydney 2023: Venue Supervisor
Dark Mofo 2023: Venue Supervisor
RISING 2022: Lighting Crew and Front of House
Bootleg Meredith 2020: Director
Inner Varnika 2019: Gate Manager
Hopkins Creek 2019: Gate Manager
Copresents 2018: Stage Manager
Splendour In The Grass 2018: Vollunteer Manager
Meredith & Golden Plains 2015-2018: Area Warden
Timeline
Assistant
Ground Control Event Services
09.2023 - Current
Office Administration
Virgin Music
07.2022 - 01.2023
Booking Assistant
The Curtin
04.2018 - 05.2019
Manager
The Cheese Shop Deli
09.2014 - Current
Bachelor of Arts - Music Industry
RMIT University
Diploma - Audiovisual Technology
RMIT University
VCE -
St Kevins College
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