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Amy Tatt

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Summary

Entrepreneur, Customer Care & Event Specialist with over 12 years of expertise in creative direction and customer service across diverse industries, including fashion and retail. Demonstrates a visionary approach in garment design and business growth, leveraging leadership and problem-solving skills to enhance customer satisfaction and drive industry recognition. Passionate about fostering innovative solutions and strategic partnerships, with a proven track record in delivering exceptional results and establishing strong industry presence.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience

Work History

Customer Care Specialist

Spotlight Retail Group
04.2023 - Current
  • Drive customer satisfaction through expert product knowledge, complaint resolution, and proactive communication across multiple retail channels.
  • Resolve product issues by assessing damages and determining appropriate compensation.
  • Coordinate with internal teams to rectify pricing and description errors reported by customers.
  • Recognized with 2 Customer Service Awards for outstanding service and expertise.
  • Manage supplier relations and custom order processes while maintaining precise documentation of product issues and resolutions.

Christmas Event Staff/Elf

Horner Recruitment / City of Melbourne
11.2019 - Current
  • Coordinated festive activities and guest services during peak holiday season, ensuring smooth operations and positive visitor experiences at City of Melbourne events.
  • Managed crowd flow and safety protocols while maintaining high standards of customer service, contributing to successful holiday celebrations.
  • Worked effectively in diverse teams to deliver memorable holiday experiences, demonstrating strong communication and problem-solving abilities.
  • Assisted visitors with inquiries and directions, providing exceptional service while maintaining venue organisation and cleanliness standards.
  • Entertaining small children and families in costume while await their visit with Santa.

Small Business Owner

Miss Ames Studio
10.2013 - Current
  • Lead creative direction for high-profile projects, including Miss Australia's opera house outfit for Miss International 2017, securing 3rd place recognition.
  • Drive business growth through innovative design solutions and strategic partnerships, establishing strong industry presence in custom garment creation.
  • Collaborate with suppliers to execute costume details, fostering creative synergy and innovation.
  • Resolved problems, improved operations and provided exceptional service.
  • Gained strong leadership skills by managing projects from start to finish.

Furnishing Department Manager

Spotlight
10.2022 - 04.2023
  • Streamlined department operations through strategic staff management and performance monitoring, leading to enhanced customer satisfaction and operational efficiency.
  • Assessed performance, provided feedback, and improved productivity.
  • Resolved customer issues, boosting satisfaction and repeat business.
  • Monitored and ensured adherence to key performance indicators (KPIs) for the team, fostering a results-driven environment while maintaining high standards of professionalism and accountability.
  • Reduced waste and pursued revenue development strategies to keep department aligned with sales and profit targets.

Dress Team Member

Spotlight
12.2019 - 10.2022
  • Created visual merchandising strategies that enhanced product visibility and customer flow, resulting in improved shopping experience.
  • Collaborated with team to achieve sales goals and deadlines, enhancing customer satisfaction.
  • Ensured adherence to policies, boosting productivity and safety.
  • Executed store opening/closing tasks, maintaining cleanliness and stock levels.
  • Managed cash handling and reporting, ensuring accuracy.
  • Resolved customer concerns promptly through efficient returns processing and proactive problem-solving, enhancing customer loyalty.

Promoter/Chaperone/Events Assistant

The Entertainment Store
07.2017 - 12.2019
  • Coordinated events, ensuring safety and crisis management for large crowds.
  • Streamlined costume maintenance operations and performer scheduling systems, ensuring seamless event execution and optimal resource allocation.
  • Supported mascot characters with visibility challenges, enhancing guest interaction.
  • Prepared venues and coordinated event activities, ensuring seamless execution. Managed large-scale brand events for Disney, Marvel, and Lego, implementing comprehensive safety protocols and crisis management strategies.

Wardrobe Contractor/Maintenance

Melbourne Theatre Company
05.2019 - 06.2019
  • Maintained and repaired theatrical costumes, ensuring durability and authenticity while meeting strict production deadlines for stage performances.
  • Streamlined costume maintenance workflow by establishing systematic inspection protocols and preventive care procedures for delicate theatrical garments.
  • Implemented specialised cleaning protocols for vintage costumes, cataloguing garment conditions and establishing repair priority systems for period-specific pieces.

Local Crew - Wardrobe Assistance

Gig Power
11.2018 - 11.2018
  • Recruited as Local Crew for Taylor Swift's Reputation Tour, Melbourne Show.
  • Coordinated wardrobe organization and styling for live productions, ensuring performers had timely access to costumes while maintaining inventory accuracy.
  • Managed costume maintenance, repairs, and quick changes during performances, demonstrating strong attention to detail and time management.

Costume Supervisor

Chapter 5 Studios
03.2018 - 09.2018
  • The Faceless Man (Currently streaming on Amazon Prime).
  • Implemented quality control protocols for costume maintenance, resulting in extended garment longevity and reduced replacement costs.
  • Mentored junior costume staff, facilitated skill development workshops, and maintained strong relationships with creative teams and performers.
  • Designed and executed costume management system for feature film production, streamlining wardrobe tracking and reducing preparation time.

Volunteer Costume Performer / Chaperone

Melbourne Costume Group
09.2012 - 07.2018
  • Engaged with audiences to create memorable experiences at live performances.
  • Participated in team projects, demonstrating an ability to work collaboratively and effectively.
  • Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
  • Demonstrated creativity and resourcefulness through the development of innovative solutions.
  • By attending these events in character, I assisted in raising money for various charities:

- Cystic Fibrosis Cricket Match.

- Philip Island Lego Expo (Autism).

- Brickvension (Autism) 2013, 2014 & 2015.

- Good Friday Appeal (Royal Childrens Hospital) 2013 & 2014.

- Ballarat Lego Expo (Autism)

- EB Games Starlight Day (Starlight Foundation).

- 65 Roses Day (Cystic Fibrosis).

- Dymocks Book Day (Literacy Awareness).

- Williamstown Lego Expo (Autism).

Education

Logistics Management

University of Tasmania
Online
09-2025

Designing Events

University of Tasmania
Online
06-2025

Excel At Microsoft Excel

Skillshare
Online
02-2025

Skills

  • Retail Management
  • Customer Service
  • Merchandising
  • Wardrobe Management
  • Sewing
  • Problem Solving
  • Time Management
  • MS Office
  • Team Leadership
  • Crowd Management
  • Consumer Law
  • Supplier Relations
  • Quality Assurance
  • Garment Production
  • Customer Engagement
  • Product Knowledge
  • Inventory Management
  • Visual Merchandising
  • Conflict Resolution
  • Costume Design

Accomplishments

  • Worked on Taylor Swift's Reputation Tour as a Local Crew Member for her Melbourne show.
  • Manufactured a costume for Miss Australia for the 2017 Miss International Beauty Pageant hosted in Tokyo where she won 3rd runner up.
  • 2 Movies I was involved with are on streaming services.
  • - The Faceless Man (Amazon Prime)

    - The Taverna (ABC iView)

  • Nominated for Wardrobe in the 2018 Music Theatre Guild of Victoria for Rock of Ages, Altona City Theatre.

Timeline

Customer Care Specialist

Spotlight Retail Group
04.2023 - Current

Furnishing Department Manager

Spotlight
10.2022 - 04.2023

Dress Team Member

Spotlight
12.2019 - 10.2022

Christmas Event Staff/Elf

Horner Recruitment / City of Melbourne
11.2019 - Current

Wardrobe Contractor/Maintenance

Melbourne Theatre Company
05.2019 - 06.2019

Local Crew - Wardrobe Assistance

Gig Power
11.2018 - 11.2018

Costume Supervisor

Chapter 5 Studios
03.2018 - 09.2018

Promoter/Chaperone/Events Assistant

The Entertainment Store
07.2017 - 12.2019

Small Business Owner

Miss Ames Studio
10.2013 - Current

Volunteer Costume Performer / Chaperone

Melbourne Costume Group
09.2012 - 07.2018

Logistics Management

University of Tasmania

Designing Events

University of Tasmania

Excel At Microsoft Excel

Skillshare
Amy Tatt