Effie Burns
Spreyton, Devonport
Summary
Talented Floral Designer accustomed to overseeing and executing unique creations, including centrepieces, bouquets and arrangements with expertise helping customers execute floral visions whether it be in their private home, corporate setting or for events and weddings.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Business Owner/Operator
Atelier Fleur
02.2019 - Current
- Ability to build strong relationships and rapport with growers, producers and other key stakeholders in the floral and wedding industry.
- Demonstrates an ability to develop strong relationships with the consumer and building a strong portfolio of repeat weekly and fortnightly clientele (both private and corporate).
- Selecting flowers suitable for each arrangement with a careful eye for detail and creativity. Also demonstrates the ability to come up with unique floral designs as well as having the ability to adapt to different styles where necessary.
- Manages stock effectively to avoid the wastage of perishable products.
- Ensures the quality of floral products with a focus on stem care, cutting techniques, and temperature control.
- Appropriately manages time and exceeds in fast-paced working environments.
- Innovative and able to adapt in times of uncertainty.
- Demonstrates an ability successfully run and grow a business during a global pandemic.
- Examples of work can be found on Instagram - @atelierfleurau.
Retail Sales Assistant
La Villa Wines
05.2023 - Current
- Demonstrates knowledge on all aspects of wine, including its production, history, geography, and varietals.
- Proficient in communication and advises customers on wine selection, and ensuring that wine is served and stored correctly.
- Organises wine tastings or events, and make recommendations for food and wine pairings that enhance the dining experience.
Sales Assistant
Jigsaw
02.2016 - 09.2016
- Helped customers locate products and checked store system for merchandise at other sites.
- Assisted customers with prompt and polite support in-person and via telephone.
- Remained calm and poised in high-stress, dynamic environment to promote service to customers and staff.
- Established rapport with customers using active listening and interpersonal skills.
- Fielded customer questions to share information about products, availability, and pricing.
Deputy Associate
Honourable Terry McGuire
02.2016 - 09.2016
Solicitor
Farrar Gesini Dunn Family Law
09.2016 - 10.2017
Legal Counsel & Board Secretary
Alfred Health
10.2017 - 10.2018
Education
Level 2 & 3 - Wine & Spirits
Wine, Spirit And Education Trust
Launceston, TAS10.2023
Career Change Course - Floristry
Bloom College
Melbourne, VIC12.2018
Practical Legal Training - Law
College of Law
Melbourne, VIC11.2015
Batchelor of Laws - Law
University of Tasmania
Hobart, TAS08.2015
Skills
- Communicates effectively
- Pays close attention to detail
- Forms relationships with ease
- Creative
- Demonstrates ability to think analytically
- Demonstrates an ability to problem solve
- Adapts well to change
- Performs well in fast-paced environments
Timeline
Retail Sales Assistant
La Villa Wines
05.2023 - Current
Business Owner/Operator
Atelier Fleur
02.2019 - Current
Legal Counsel & Board Secretary
Alfred Health
10.2017 - 10.2018
Solicitor
Farrar Gesini Dunn Family Law
09.2016 - 10.2017
Sales Assistant
Jigsaw
02.2016 - 09.2016
Deputy Associate
Honourable Terry McGuire
02.2016 - 09.2016
Level 2 & 3 - Wine & Spirits
Wine, Spirit And Education Trust
Career Change Course - Floristry
Bloom College
Practical Legal Training - Law
College of Law
Batchelor of Laws - Law
University of Tasmania
Similar Profiles
Figue Figen UyarFigue Figen Uyar
French as a Foreign Language Instructor at Atelier Stimamiglio Srl (High-End Fashion Atelier – Supplier to Leading French Couture Houses)French as a Foreign Language Instructor at Atelier Stimamiglio Srl (High-End Fashion Atelier – Supplier to Leading French Couture Houses)
Guylaine BélangerGuylaine Bélanger
Éducateur en petite enfance at C.P.E. Fleur de PommierÉducateur en petite enfance at C.P.E. Fleur de Pommier
Clare WilliamsClare Williams
Freelance Executive Administrator at Alice Wilkes Design Ltd & Fiona Fleur LtdFreelance Executive Administrator at Alice Wilkes Design Ltd & Fiona Fleur Ltd
Nathan LuceNathan Luce
General Manager of Performance at Canoe Racing New ZealandGeneral Manager of Performance at Canoe Racing New Zealand
Orang ZaibOrang Zaib
Mechanical CAD/CAM Engineer at Knightsbridge Furniture Pty LtdMechanical CAD/CAM Engineer at Knightsbridge Furniture Pty Ltd