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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, VIC
10.2025

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
Chelsea Szabo