Alexandra Burns
Essendon,VIC
Summary
Skilled professional with a reliable and highly adaptable nature with strong organisational skills and the ability to work efficiently and accurately.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Architectural Draftsperson
Trevor Burns Design
01.2019 - Current
- Created schematic renderings
- Prepared existing conditions drawings
- Undertook site visits
- Administration
- Prepared town planning reports
Graduate Heritage Consultant
Lovell Chen
05.2023 - 03.2024
- Provided heritage advice to clients and contributed towards Heritage Impact Statements, Conservation Management Plans and Heritage Studies
- Contributed to a broad range of heritage projects and worked within a multi-disciplinary team environment
- Undertook site inspections, field work and participated in client and stakeholder meetings
- Undertook in-depth historical research utilising multiple sources and methodologies
- Referred to heritage legislation and policies within the Planning Scheme
- Provided high level heritage analysis and architectural description
- Delivered work within set timeframes and supported senior staff members
Wait Staff Member
The Flour
12.2022 - 06.2023
- Demonstrated exceptional attention to detail, prompt service, and a friendly demeanour
- Maintained cleanliness and set up window and pastry cabinet displays to provide a pleasant atmosphere for customers
- Demonstrated excellent multitasking abilities by managing multiple tables simultaneously without sacrificing quality of service
- Demonstrating an in-depth knowledge of items on the menu and communicating effectively with clients
Barista/Front of House Employee
Village Bakery Cafe
08.2022 - 11.2022
- Maintained a clean and organized workspace for optimal productivity and safety
- Streamlined order processing through accurate cash handling and efficient use of the point-of-sale system
- Contributed to a positive team environment through effective communication and collaboration with colleagues
Wait/Front of House Employee
Twenty And Six Cafe
07.2022 - 10.2022
- Provided attentive service to customers and addressed inquiries in a timely manner
- Maintained a clean and welcoming environment for guests, contributing to positive dining experiences
- Efficiently preparing stock
- Managing Uber East deliveries
Wait/Barista/Front of House Staff Member
Crumbs Organic Bakery
01.2020 - 07.2022
- Undertook store opening and closing duties
- Contributed to a positive team environment through effective communication and collaboration with colleagues
- Managed time effectively to balance both front-of-house tasks and back-of-house responsibilities during busy periods
- Supported training efforts for new employees
- Adhered to strict food hygiene regulations, minimizing risk of contamination
Graphics Contributor
Farrago
01.2015 - 12.2019
- Produced graphic for student run magazine Farrago
- Created prototypes and mockups for Farrago merchandise and worked within a wide variety of mediums
- Created digital logos
Usher
Bone Marrow Theatre
05.2019 - 09.2019
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by providing personalized service and addressing individual needs.
- Managed crowd control effectively, ensuring timely seating and minimizing disruptions
Volunteer
Arts Project Australia
01.2018 - 07.2018
- Prepared meals and beverages
- Maintained art supplies
- Undertook administrative tasks
Work Experience
National Gallery Of Victoria
12.2014 - 01.2015
- Collaborated with educators and assisted in running children's art programs
- Organised pamphlets and informational material
- Directed visitors
Work Experience
Arterial Design
06.2014 - 07.2014
- Administration
- Organised image data, assembled tables and devices
- Undertook site visits
- Learned about design processes
Education
Professional Development Training - Town Planning
Planning Institute of Australia
Melbourne, VIC10.2023
Masters of Architecture/Urban And Cultural Heritag -
University of Melbourne
Parkville, VIC07.2023
Bachelor of Arts - Arts
Univerity of Melbourne
Parkville, VIC11.2018
Secondary School Education -
Princes Hill Secondary College
Carlton North, VIC11.2014
Skills
- Proficient in Word, Excel, working with templates and formatting
- Proficient in AutoCAD, Adobe InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop, Rhino, Revit, Enscape
- Excellent time management abilities
- Excellent writing and communication skills
- In depth knowledge of architectural styles and heritage principles, including social value
- Familiarity with town planning principles
- Manual drafting expertise
- Other languages spoken include Italian
Certification
- Certificate in Asbestos Hazardous Materials Awareness Training, 28 September 2023, held at Lovell Chen
Timeline
Graduate Heritage Consultant
Lovell Chen
05.2023 - 03.2024
Wait Staff Member
The Flour
12.2022 - 06.2023
Barista/Front of House Employee
Village Bakery Cafe
08.2022 - 11.2022
Wait/Front of House Employee
Twenty And Six Cafe
07.2022 - 10.2022
Wait/Barista/Front of House Staff Member
Crumbs Organic Bakery
01.2020 - 07.2022
Usher
Bone Marrow Theatre
05.2019 - 09.2019
Architectural Draftsperson
Trevor Burns Design
01.2019 - Current
Volunteer
Arts Project Australia
01.2018 - 07.2018
Graphics Contributor
Farrago
01.2015 - 12.2019
Work Experience
National Gallery Of Victoria
12.2014 - 01.2015
Work Experience
Arterial Design
06.2014 - 07.2014
Professional Development Training - Town Planning
Planning Institute of Australia
Masters of Architecture/Urban And Cultural Heritag -
University of Melbourne
Bachelor of Arts - Arts
Univerity of Melbourne
Secondary School Education -
Princes Hill Secondary College