Claudia Karskens
Summary
Driven Small Business Owner with excellent business acumen, creativity and leadership skills. Offers advanced experience in developing marketing strategies, identifying business opportunities, and generating sales. Reliable and adaptable, excelling in dynamic environments while leveraging strategic planning and resource management skills.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Small Business Owner
Self-employed
08.2023 - Current
- Managed daily operations for a successful small business, ensuring efficient processes and quality services.
- Established a loyal customer base by providing personalized attention, addressing concerns promptly, and exceeding expectations.
- Promoted business via social media to generate leads and maximize brand identity.
- Enhanced company reputation by consistently delivering exceptional service quality to customers.
- Participated actively in local community events or organizations as a way to give back while expanding brand visibility and credibility.
After-School Care Provider
ANOOSHCA
11.2022 - Current
- Created a clean, organized environment that encouraged learning by keeping materials accessible to students at all times.
- Worked closely with fellow staff members in developing and implementing educational and recreational activities.
- Created safe and engaging learning environment for groups of diverse children with various learning styles.
- Implemented age-appropriate lesson plans based on specific learning objectives outlined to support classroom goals outside regular school hours.
- Conducted regular safety checks of facilities and equipment used during after-school care sessions to prevent accidents or hazards.
- Assisted with snack preparation, adhering to proper food handling guidelines for healthy meals during after-school hours.
Data Analyst and Telemarketer
KG2 AgResearch
08.2021 - 06.2023
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Managed a high volume of calls daily while maintaining professionalism and efficiency.
- Conducted outbound contact calls to gather customer insights on brand and product awareness
- Performed market research by sourcing and verifying contact information through online directories
- Reviewed and validated survey responses for logical consistency and completeness
- Used Excel for quality assurance checks and documentation of survey data issues
Education
Bachelor of Science/Fine Art - Ecology
University of New South Wales
Sydney, NSW01-2026
Skills
- Small business operations
- Planning and execution
- Vendor relations
- Business marketing
- Safety awareness
- Customer service
- Email and telephone etiquette
- Expertise in Excel
Certification
- Working with Children Check
- First Aid Training Certificate
- Food Handler Basics Certificate
- Higher School Certificate
Awards/Exhibitions
2025 Jenny Birt Art Prize (Selected), UNSW
2024 Young Artist Prize, Glebe Art Show
2023 Young Artist Prize, Glebe Art Show
2023 COFA Graduation Show, UNSW
2023 'Luminous' Art Show (Selected), Sydney
2023 Port Stevens Art Show
2019 Art Express, Hazelhurst
Website and Social Media
Website: www.ransackedsaluki.squarespace.com
Instagram: @ransacked.saluki
Timeline
Small Business Owner
Self-employed
08.2023 - Current
After-School Care Provider
ANOOSHCA
11.2022 - Current
Data Analyst and Telemarketer
KG2 AgResearch
08.2021 - 06.2023
Bachelor of Science/Fine Art - Ecology
University of New South Wales
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