Chelsea Szabo
Mount Evelyn,VIC
Summary
Keen, determined and flexible journalism student with willingness to collaborate with, and learn from, a mentor.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Coeditor-in-Chief
The Swanston Gazette
02.2024 - Current
- Enhanced publication quality by implementing editing and proofreading processes.
- Coordinated workshops by liaising with with experts and discussing goals.
- Managed a diverse team of writers and editors, fostering a collaborative work environment.
- Improved communication systems to facilitate more efficient pitching.
- Oversaw production processes, ensuring adherence to deadlines and budget constraints.
- Collaborated with different departments to set goals and manage expectations.
Bartender/Barista
The Alpine Hotel
12.2021 - Current
- Learnt to think quickly and prioritise tasks, contributing to the efficient running of the hotel.
- Contributed to a positive work environment through effective teamwork and communication with colleagues.
- Assisted with staff training, sharing expertise in bartending techniques and customer service best practices.
- Managed cash handling duties responsibly, ensuring accurate accounting at the end of shifts.
- Followed alcohol awareness procedures for preventing guest intoxication.
- Upsold menu items to customers, driving up per sale revenues and maximizing profits.
Staff Student Consultative Committee Member
RMIT University
03.2023 - 10.2023
- Served as a leader and voice for the first year journalism cohort by listening to feedback and relaying this to leadership at meetings.
- Attended committee meetings to propose, discuss and advance processes relating to the journalism program at RMIT.
- Collaborated with fellow members to achieve consensus on areas of strength and improvement.
Volunteer Receptionist
LinC Yarra Valley
01.2015 - 12.2016
- Answered central telephone system and directed calls accordingly.
- Responded to inquiries from callers seeking information.
- Undertook interviews with volunteer drivers and recorded their stories.
- Maintained confidentiality of information regarding clients and company.
- Provided clerical support to company employees by copying, sending letters, and filing documents.
Education
Bachelor of Communication (Journalism) -
RMIT University
Melbourne, VIC10.2025
Skills
- Passionate
- Organisational skills
- Time Management
- Hard-working
- Self-directed
Timeline
Coeditor-in-Chief
The Swanston Gazette
02.2024 - Current
Staff Student Consultative Committee Member
RMIT University
03.2023 - 10.2023
Bartender/Barista
The Alpine Hotel
12.2021 - Current
Volunteer Receptionist
LinC Yarra Valley
01.2015 - 12.2016
Bachelor of Communication (Journalism) -
RMIT University