Ashleigh Matthews

• Designed custom artwork for clients, meeting their creative vision and ensuring satisfaction with the final product.
• Utilized social media platforms proactively to promote personal brand awareness while engaging with potential clients or collaborators regularly.
• Created a 100 piece portfolio of custom fabrics which is currently sold worldwide on multiple surface design platforms.
• Sold original art pieces through online platforms, gallery exhibitions, and direct customer interactions, generating consistent revenue streams while maintaining an active artist presence within the community.
• Consulted with clients to discuss commission ideas and style preferences to create mutually agreeable project parameters.
• Boosted online art portfolio visibility, optimizing website SEO and regularly updating content with recent works and exhibitions.
• Successfully balanced multiple commissioned projects, delivering high-quality work within tight deadlines.
• Collaborated with other artists on various art projects and installations.
• Managed creative process from concept to completion for various art projects.
• Collaborated with larger companies to create cohesive collections in clothing, bed linen, swimwear, beach accessories, stationery and more.

• Managed employee/contractor files and data per organisational privacy policies.
• Handled on-boarding process for newly hired employees and contractors.
• Maintained accurate employee records through diligent documentation of personal information, job history, performance evaluations, and other relevant data.
• Streamlined HR efficiencies, coordinated new hire orientations and provided onboarding and training for new employees.
• Oversaw hiring, staffing, and legal compliance.
• Prepared written communications, employee contracts, and corporate policies.
• Ensured legal compliance in all HR practices by staying current with relevant employment laws and regulations, as well as conducting regular policy reviews.
• Established strong relationships with external partners including NAB, Jetstar and Wesfarmers,
• Identified staffing needs and develop workforce planning strategies, resulting in optimised personnel resources allocation.
• Facilitated the performance management process by providing ongoing feedback, administering evaluations, and coordinating professional development opportunities for employees.
• Maintained electronic and paper filing systems for easy retrieval of information.
• Coordinated communications, financial processing, registration, recordkeeping, and other administrative functions.
• Tracked office supplies and restocked low items to keep team members on-task and productive.
• Contributed to a positive work environment by fostering strong working relationships among colleagues.
• Demonstrated exceptional multitasking abilities while juggling diverse responsibilities, including reception duties and ad-hoc administrative tasks.

• Account management and recruitment for the Victorian Government Youth Employment Scheme.

The Youth Employment Scheme (YES) offers Victorians aged 15 to 29 a career kick-start with traineeships in the Victorian Government.

The Department of Justice and Community Safety participates in the scheme along with other Victorian Government departments, and is committed to providing opportunities for young Victorians to increase their skills and experience.

• Built strong relationships with clients through regular communication and understanding their unique needs.
• Coordinated interviews between clients and candidates to ensure seamless scheduling and communication throughout the process.
• Provided detailed feedback to both clients and candidates after interviews, facilitating continuous improvement in the recruitment process.
• Contributed to business development efforts by identifying potential new clients within target industries or markets.
• Expanded the company''s talent pool by actively sourcing candidates through networking events, job boards, and social media platforms.
• Achieved high retention rates by placing candidates in roles that aligned with their skills, interests, and long-term career goals.
• Conducted comprehensive candidate screenings to assess skills, experience, and fit for specific roles.
• Operated and maintained applicant tracking and candidate management systems.
• Developed strong referral networks through active participation in industry groups, professional associations, or community organisations.
• Collaborated with hiring managers to develop accurate job descriptions and identify key requirements for open positions.
• Assisted with writing job postings and job descriptions for boards.
• Served as a role model for professionalism, integrity, and dedication within the mentorship program environment.
• Monitored trainee performance consistently, identifying areas of improvement and adjusting mentorship approaches accordingly.
• Assisted trainees in setting achievable goals and creating realistic action plans for personal and professional growth.
• Developed trust-based relationships with trainees through active listening and empathetic communication.

• Built strong relationships with clients through regular communication and understanding their unique needs.
• Coordinated interviews between clients and candidates to ensure seamless scheduling and communication throughout the process.
• Provided detailed feedback to both clients and candidates after interviews, facilitating continuous improvement in the recruitment process.
• Contributed to business development efforts by identifying potential new clients within target industries or markets.
• Streamlined the interview process for efficiency, resulting in faster hiring decisions.
• Conducted comprehensive candidate screenings to assess skills, experience, and fit for specific roles.
• Operated and maintained applicant tracking and candidate management systems.
• Developed strong referral networks through active participation in industry groups, professional associations, or community organizations.
• Hired employees and initiated new hire paperwork process.
• Collaborated with hiring managers to develop accurate job descriptions and identify key qualifications for open positions.
• Maintained high levels of customer satisfaction through diligent scheduling coordination, ensuring all deliverables were met within agreed timeframes.

• Greeted incoming visitors and customers professionally and provided friendly, knowledgeable assistance.
• Responded to inquiries from callers seeking information.
• Provided clerical support to company employees by copying, faxing, and filing documents.
• Drafted professional memos, letters, and marketing copy to support business objectives and growth.
• Assisted human resources team with recruitment processes by conducting phone screenings and scheduling interviews.
• Organized and maintained comprehensive filing systems for efficient document retrieval and data management.
• Managed office supplies inventory, ensuring optimal stock levels to minimize disruptions to daily operations.
• Handled customer inquiries professionally, resolving issues promptly to maintain excellent client relations.
• Completion of Certificate III Business Administration.