Cherise Combrink
Ashfield,NSW
Summary
I'm a Reputable Artist with a background in various jobs that give me a rare and unique skillset. Recognized for consistently developing innovative techniques to encourage creativity and visual product improvement. Experienced in acrylic medium and versatile in thematic experimentation. Disciplined and productive creative with diverse and varied portfolio showcasing personal evolution in artistic journey, professional and casual work.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Receptionist
Davis Performance Landy’s
01.2024 - Current
- Actively creating content to promote & sell mechanical parts and products through social media platforms such as Instagram and Facebook
- Generated promoted payed posts to target audience’s engagement with the company’s products and services which resulted in more customer activity and sales
- Used programs such as Photoshop and Canva to create ads, promote products and services
- Improved on computer skills utilising mechanical programming and scheduling to create the price on jobs and labour
- Confirmed appointments, communicated with clients, and updated client records.
- Answered phone promptly and directed incoming calls to correct offices.
- Corresponded with clients through email, telephone, or postal mail.
- Organized, maintained and updated information in computer databases.
- Interacted with vendors, contractors and professional services personnel to receive orders, direct activities, and communicate instructions.
Model
Viviens Model Management
06.2021 - Current
- Management / Non Airbrushed Me, In development with Viviens Modelling Management
- Modelled for “The Beauty Chef”
- Attended castings for brands such as "Bra’s n Things, Glassons, Tigerlilly, L'orreal
- Modelled for “Big W”
- Engaged and surrounded by industry professionals, makeup artists, photographers and stylists
- Collaborated with styling, shoots and other creative direction
- Remained focused, motivated and professional throughout long shoots and events.
- Adapted quickly to changing environments for continued professionalism under pressure.
- Developed growing contacts networks to secure regular work.
- Promoted products and services by posing for commercials, live shows, and photo shoots.
- Modeled garments such as dresses, coats, underclothing, and swimwear.
- Secured repeat bookings through outstanding professionalism and versatility.
- Forged constructive relationships with photographers, creative directors and fashion professionals for productive working environments.
- Created looks according to brand directives through photographer, stylist and makeup artist collaboration.
- Understood fashion trends to accurately portray brand and client briefs.
- Assisted makeup artists and hair stylists in creating original, unique looks for varied shoots.
- Met changing needs of diverse runway shows and events for flexible support.
- Posed for photo shoots to showcase clothing designs and accessories.
- Walked runways to introduce new collections.
- Attended designer meetings to determine guidelines for runway shows and presentations.
Artist
Self Employed
01.2021 - Current
- Featured in over 10 group exhibitions in Sydney Australia
- Cultivated concepts and ideas through extensive personal research to embody in my bodies of work
- Familiar with materials such as Acrylic, Oils, Inks, Pencil, Charcoal and Oil Pastel on surfaces such as Wood, Canvas and Calico
- Created and cultivated own social media promotion, marketing and photography on apps such as Instagram and Tik Tok
- Photography experience through film including 35mm film and Super 8 film using a Canon Auto ZOOM 814 Kamera als Deko
- "Chèrise Combrink’s artwork bursts with fervour and delight” - Rant Mag
- "The detailed and busy French compositions inspire the imagination and create a longing to be transported to a place that exists only for enjoying fine dining, music and lavish parties” - Rant Mag
- Article - https://www.rantmag.com.au/cherise-combrink-romantic-feminist-purposeful/
- Contributed to creative process through original ideas and inspiration.
- Implemented artistic vision to give art purpose and meaning.
- Consulted with clients to discuss commission ideas and style preferences to create mutually agreeable project parameters.
Wellness Assistant
City Cave
Bella Vista, NSW
02.2024 - 10.2024
- Engaged in selling and upselling of packages through direct communication channels including email, text messages, phone.
- Directed wellness experiences such as saunas and float pools.
- Analysed chemical usage to enhance efficiency in float pools.
- Understood and shared the benefits of saunas and float pools.
- Received training on the wellness benefits of saunas and float pools. Understanding the chemical importance, internal, and mental benefits of the products and experiences we provide.
- Ability to use the POS system for customers using their private health insurance.
- High customer service role providing a peaceful and personal experience for customers undergoing their wellness journeys.
- Responded appropriately to the physical, emotional, and developmental needs of customers.
- Monitored reception area to provide consistently safe, hazard-free environment for customers.
- Facilitated communication between employees, management, healthcare providers, insurance companies.
- Improved participation numbers by using successful outreach strategies, member incentives and referral drives.
- Maintained client accounts by obtaining, recording and updating personal and financial information.
Studio Assistant
Saint Somebody
Brookvale, NSW
07.2023 - 01.2024
- Studio assistant for a small, sustainable swimwear brand.
- Picked and packed items, shipping labels, and ordered couriers, and/or taken to the post office.
- Edited, added items, and maintained the Shopify storefront.
- Collaborated with public figures, companies and press to boost and enhance brand on social media.
- Employed storytelling for digital content and developed unique campaigns to promote brand engagement.
- Integrated sustainability solutions into existing policies and procedures to ease adoption and maximize results.
- Designed visually appealing posts to enhance engagement on Instagram.
- Assisted with creative direction, styling, and behind-the-scenes social content on campaign shoots.
- Monitored and counted inventory regularly.
- Conversed with manufacturers.
- Provided customer service through email and texting platforms, addressing returns and other inquiries about the products.
- Embodying the sustainable and inclusive ethos of the brand.
- Attended trade shows, fashion events, and store openings to stay up-to-date on industry trends.
- Arranged transportation of clothing, accessories to and from shoots, shows as needed.
- Updated system to organise office documentation, maximising efficiency and increasing productivity.
Educator
Sustainable OOSH
02.2023 - 12.2023
- Provided care for children before & after school
- Following a curriculum provided by NSW Education for OOSH programs
- Built relationships and communicated with parents to provide best learning environment for children.
- Monitored student progress and adjusted instruction to meet individual needs.
- Utilized innovative teaching strategies to effectively engage students in learning.
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop and revise curriculum, enhancing learning experience.
Retail Sales Associate
Bow And Arrow
03.2023 - 07.2023
- Working with and around high end, sustainable artisan brands from Rachel Comey, Find the Field, Caron Callahan, Prima De Sur, Wolfgang Scout etc in a small business
- Managing & Creating content for social media platforms such as Instagram, Shopify, Facebook and Tik Tok such as video content, posts and stories.
- Using social media analytics to target and market consumers to our products
- Management of Shopify account such as posting items, shipping items, answering enquiries, adding discounts etc.
- Taking frequent stocktakes of items online / in store
- Conversing with local and international artisans, designers, jewellers and ceramicists to put items in our physical and online store
- Working closely with the shop owner to create business plans and creative direction
- Organising store events such as shop wide sales, dinner collaborations with chefs / artisans, life drawing classes, ceramic classes and more
- Greeted customers and helped with product questions, selections, and purchases.
- Stocked merchandise, clearly labeling items, and arranging according to size or color.
- Maintained clean sales floor and straightened and faced merchandise.
- Monitored sales floor and merchandise displays for presentable condition, taking corrective action such as restocking or reorganizing products.
- Used POS system to process sales, returns, online orders, and gift card activations.
Bar, Bistro and Floor Attendant, Attendant and Covid Captain
The Australian Hotel and Brewery
01.2020 - 01.2022
- Retain NSW RSA (Responsible Service of Alcohol) and RCG (Responsible Conduct of Gaming) Licence and Barista Experience / Certificate
- Chosen by management to train new staff in all areas of the venue
- Comprehensive experience providing exceptional customer service in roles such as - Bar Attendant, Bistro Attendant, Floor Attendant, Functions Host Attendant, Attain the functionality of a Bistro food till memorising over 30 menu items / rotating specials
- Obtaining the extensive knowledge of the “Fork” Booking system in Host role whilst distributing bookings, troubleshooting table placement issues / technical difficulties alongside assisting 50-400 customers to their tables from lunch to dinner, providing seating upon request, whilst obtaining core venue values of customer satisfaction
- Warmly greeted new and returning customers and developed relationships resulting in customer loyalty
- Confidently manage complaints and conflict with grace and presence
- Embodied high customer service through resolving and providing presence and concern for all customers wants and needs, going above and beyond to provide customers with a sense of security and inquisitive help in a quick, courteous and professional manner
- Maintained and enforced government restrictions through Covid Captain role, up-keeping cleanliness, social distancing policies, indoor capacity ensuring both employee safety and customer satisfaction and security within the venue
- Providing recommendations and knowledge of Beer and Brewing processes due to consistent seasonal rotations of new craft beers created in our venue, providing rapport and an immersive customer experience in the fascination that is the brewing and creation process
- Consistently writing and creating signage for new promotions, sales and loyalty programs on chalk boards with creative intuition and skill
- Assisting on bar and floor in numerous functions such as wakes, birthday parties, meetings, wedding receptions and more
- Created a campaign to management for the “Angel Shot” technique to be used in our venue to assist women that may be feeling unsafe with counterparts in our venue, allowing a safe and secure escape and exit without conflict or hassle, providing women with a sense of security within our venue.
Retail Assistant
General Pants Co
01.2018 - 01.2019
- Maintained a clean and organised inventory and curated displays of rotating seasonal clothing and accessories
- Actively extracted customers needs and wants and provided intently with high quality service while upholding brand standards and values to ensure customer satisfaction
- Happily guided customers through styling and outfitting in the change room whilst successfully adding on items to align with a customers style, resulting in a comforting and positive customer experience ensuring a returned and satisfied customer
- Extensive training and knowledge in, brand, style and fit of denim through trained denim seminars
- Improved customers shopping experience by utilising product knowledge to provide personalised and honest recommendations leading to increased sales revenue
- Meticulously handled POS system transactions including credit, cash, exchanges, returns and refunds to ensure seamless and accurate cashflow
- Actively stayed informed of the benefits of our latest sales and offerings with loyalty programs resulting in more sales and signups
- High level of salesmanship skills and customer service, always providing assistance and positive interactions
- Worked on a team with 15 other sales associates to boost sales goals, provide encouragement, conversion through constant communication and consistently celebrating accomplishments and morale
Education
Diploma - Hypnotherapy
Hypnotherapy Training Australia
Central Coast, NSW04.2020
Higher School Certificate -
Skills
Strong creative vision and drive
- MS Office, Word, Powerpoint, Outlook
- Social media marketing / Content Creation
- Training in Bar, Bistro and Floor (Hospitality)
- Photoshop, Lightroom, Canva
- Building strong interpersonal relationships
- Final Cut Pro
- Wix Website Program
- Shopify Storefront Program
- Styling and Outfitting
- Critical and Creative Thinking
- Idea Development and Brainstorming
Timeline
Wellness Assistant
City Cave
02.2024 - 10.2024
Receptionist
Davis Performance Landy’s
01.2024 - Current
Studio Assistant
Saint Somebody
07.2023 - 01.2024
Retail Sales Associate
Bow And Arrow
03.2023 - 07.2023
Educator
Sustainable OOSH
02.2023 - 12.2023
Model
Viviens Model Management
06.2021 - Current
Artist
Self Employed
01.2021 - Current
Bar, Bistro and Floor Attendant, Attendant and Covid Captain
The Australian Hotel and Brewery
01.2020 - 01.2022
Retail Assistant
General Pants Co
01.2018 - 01.2019
Diploma - Hypnotherapy
Hypnotherapy Training Australia
Higher School Certificate -
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