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Isobel Kennedy

Canberra,ACT

Summary

“Isobel Kennedy is a recent graduate with excellent research, technical, and problem-solving skills. Detail-oriented and able to learn new concepts quickly. Isobel is a hard-working individual who is a career-focused job seeker, eager to obtain an entry-level position to help launch her career while achieving company goals. Isobel offers first-hand knowledge of visual art, art history and gallery operations following the completion of her Visual Arts degree at the Australian National University. Isobel would be valuable to any organization in need of a highly motivated employee, she has strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills; as well as provide great collaboration, interpersonal and multitasking abilities.”

- Dr Jeffrey Sarmiento

Professor of Glass at ANU & Head of the Glass workshop at the ANU School of Art & Design

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience

Work History

Glass Art Teacher

Canberra Glassworks
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory
06.2022 - Current
  • Created positive educational climate to promote student learning.
  • Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
  • Maintained updated knowledge through continuing education and advanced training.
  • Instructed students on proper care and use of art tools and equipment.
  • Instructed students on proper safety procedures when using various tools or materials.
  • Organized storage areas and controlled use of materials, equipment and tools to prevent loss or waste.
  • Encouraged student creativity with motivation, positive feedback and constructive criticism.
  • Assisted in the selection of appropriate supplies needed for classroom use.
  • Provided individual instruction and feedback on student's work.

Retail Sales Associate

Big W
Canberra , Australian Capital Territory
02.2018 - Current
  • Helped customers by answering questions and locating merchandise.
  • Opened and closed cash registers by counting money, separating charge slips and balancing drawers.
  • Followed company policies, rules and procedures to promote company goals and maintain safety.
  • Completed transactions in an efficient manner while providing excellent customer service.
  • Handled customer complaints in a professional manner.
  • Cleaned shelves, counters and tables to maintain organized store.
  • Processed returned merchandise according to company policies.
  • Organized store by returning merchandise to proper areas and restocked displays.
  • Placed special orders or called other stores to find desired items.
  • Assisted customers by asking open-ended questions to understand needs and suggest suitable merchandise.
  • Answered questions about current promotions and resolved issues according to store policies.
  • Kept calm and applied strong problem-solving and interpersonal skills to resolve conflicts.
  • Demonstrated knowledge of store products and services.
  • Recommended, selected and located merchandise based on customer desires.
  • Stocked shelves and supplies and organized displays to focus customer attention on specific items.
  • Organized displays to attract customers and promote sales.
  • Adhered to all safety regulations when handling hazardous materials or working with heavy equipment.
  • Initiated friendly conversation with customers to determine level of assistance required.
  • Reported any discrepancies in inventory counts or pricing issues promptly.
  • Handled price checks, merchandise transfers and fitting room returns to keep store orderly and efficient.
  • Performed cashier duties, such as ringing up sales, processing payments and issuing receipts.
  • Computed purchases and received and processed cash or credit payment.

Education

Bachelor of Visual Arts - Glass

The Australian National University
Canberra, ACT
12-2023

Year 12 Certificate -

Lake Tuggeranong College
01.2017

Year 10 Certificate -

Melrose High school
01.2015

Skills

  • Dependable and Responsible
  • Ability to Work Under Pressure
  • Self-motivation
  • Excellent Communication
  • Working in a group and through Individual Instruction
  • Customer Service (phone and face-to-face)
  • Multitasking
  • Calm Under Pressure
  • Task Prioritization
  • Problem solving
  • Cultural Awareness
  • Multimedia Instruction
  • Student Mentoring
  • Grant Proposal Writing
  • Creativity and Artistic Expression
  • Graphic Art Expertise
  • Decision-Making
  • Critical Thinking
  • Adaptability and Flexibility
  • Presentation Skills
  • Art Instruction
  • Attention to Detail
  • Principles of Modern Art Knowledge
  • Art History Knowledge
  • Public Speaking
  • Photoshop
  • Microsoft Word
  • Microsoft Excel
  • Microsoft PowerPoint
  • Microsoft Outlook
  • Microsoft Edge
  • Google Chrome

Professional Referees

Big W- Service Manger – Laura Boag

Phone: 0434634621 Email: laura.boag@hotmail.com

Canberra Glassworks - Public Programs Manger – Lilith Silva

Phone: (02) 61850382 Email: lilith.silva@Canberraglassworks.com

Attributes

Verbal Communication- My have and can communicate with a range of individuals from different cultures and backgrounds. Being from a diverse cultural background myself has equipped me to be able to connect and get across information and understanding effectively.

Reliable- My reliability as a team member in both my jobs, being employed as a retail associate and as a teacher at the Canberra Glassworks has shown my dedication to show up always and be present when at work in all capacities.

Commitment & Dedication- My ongoing contribution and commitment to fulfilling the jobs I have been assigned or extra work I have been given I have always completed and communicated when and how that said work would be done by. I ensure this so that work will be completed by a certain time and that what needs to be prioritised will be.

Collaborative Team Member- I have had practice leading and collaborating with team members, through group work assignments, at university and both my retail and teaching jobs, knowing when to take charge if needed or pull back for others to lead.

Honesty- I pride myself on how honest I am, wanting to also help where I can, tutoring peers with assignments, as well as critiquing and reviewing self/groups art at university and other artist at the Canberra Glassworks, giving feedback on how they can improve.

Self-motivation- I constantly want to better myself, by setting and achieving goals. So I can be as skilled as possible, in whatever I set out to do or am asked to complete.

Availability

flexible availability from 9am- 5pm from Monday-Friday, online and in person

Timeline

Glass Art Teacher

Canberra Glassworks
06.2022 - Current

Retail Sales Associate

Big W
02.2018 - Current

Bachelor of Visual Arts - Glass

The Australian National University

Year 12 Certificate -

Lake Tuggeranong College

Year 10 Certificate -

Melrose High school
Isobel Kennedy