Jocelyn Geddes
Kogarah,NSW
Summary
Hardworking Senior Designer versed in Adobe Suit. Produces designs quickly and incorporates feedback on demand. Successful at generating detailed, accurate designs for mass production.
High-achieving Senior Sales Executive with drive and expertise to handle any sales challenge. Dedicated to consistently surpassing quotas and diligently pursuing and converting new leads to enhance revenue streams. Energetic and committed to top performance.
Reliable team member with strong communication skills and ability to adjust work for various environments. Handles modifications, requests and feedback from colleagues, clients and vendors in efficient manner, understanding needs of all parties involved. Flexible in adapting work style to fit different projects and juggling multiple assignments within tight deadlines.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Designer/Senior Sales Executive
Verve Portraits
04.2016 - Current
- Developed design deliverables that elevated, differentiated, and functioned on-brand and on-strategy.
- Communicated effectively with clients throughout the design process, ensuring alignment of expectations and deliverables.
- Attended monthly sales meetings and quarterly sales trainings.
- Achieved or exceeded company-defined sales quotas.
- Applied skill in colour theory and composition to bring client visions to fruition.
- Implemented best practices in design principles, contributing to high-quality deliverables consistently meeting deadlines.
- Conducted user research to identify customer needs and preferences for customer-centric designs.
- Mentored junior designers to enhance their skills and contribute more effectively to the team.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Exercised leadership capabilities by successfully motivating and inspiring others.
- Acted as a team leader in group projects, delegating tasks and providing feedback.
- Worked with sales team to collaboratively reach targets, consistently meeting or exceeding personal quotas.
- Led creative brainstorming sessions, fostering innovative ideas and enhancing team performance.
- Championed a culture of continuous improvement within the design department through regular feedback sessions and professional development opportunities.
Venue Manager
Forest Lodge Hotel
01.2012 - 04.2016
- Collaborated with marketing team to promote the venue through social media campaigns, resulting in increased brand awareness.
- Increased event bookings by developing and maintaining strong relationships with clients and vendors.
- Identified and qualified customer needs and negotiated and closed profitable projects with high success rate.
- Ensured smooth execution of events by coordinating logistics, catering, audio-visual equipment, and other essential services.
- Conducted regular venue maintenance checks and oversaw repairs as needed, maintaining a safe and visually appealing environment for guests.
- Implemented inventory control measures for venue supplies and equipment to reduce waste and improve cost management.
- Observed each employee's individual strengths and initiated mentoring program to improve areas of weakness.
- Implemented and enforced safety policies and procedures to manage risks and prevent accidents and mishaps.
- Maintained updated knowledge of industry trends, competitor offerings, and market demands to inform strategic decisions about future event offerings at the venue.
- Tracked employee attendance and punctuality, addressing repeat problems quickly to prevent long-term habits.
- Reduced financial inconsistencies while assessing and verifying billing invoices and expense reports.
- Managed staff scheduling, hiring, and training to ensure a high level of service quality at all times.
Education
Bachelor of Fine Arts - Painting And Sculpture
Sydney College of The Arts
Rozelle, NSW12.2012
High School Diploma -
Loreto Normanhurst
Normanhurst, NSW11.2010
Skills
- Visual design
- Key relationship development
- Concept Development
- Tech-Savvy
- Team Collaboration
- Project Management
- Schedule Coordination
- Interpersonal Communication
- Team Management
Timeline
Senior Designer/Senior Sales Executive
Verve Portraits
04.2016 - Current
Venue Manager
Forest Lodge Hotel
01.2012 - 04.2016
Bachelor of Fine Arts - Painting And Sculpture
Sydney College of The Arts
High School Diploma -
Loreto Normanhurst
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