Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
References
Accomplishments
Affiliations
Timeline
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Kasey Halam

Morisset,NSW

Summary

Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong worth ethic, adaptability and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience

Work History

Graphic Designer

Signarama Tuggerah
Tuggerah
01.2022 - Current
  • Working in in Illustrator, Flexi and Onyx to design, split artwork to print, experiment and create with peoples designs for company use.
  • An understanding of specific materials needing to be used for certain jobs and how that comes into play for application, longevity and appearance.
  • Basic knowledge in printing White ink jobs that require 3 to 5 layers of ink in a design.
  • Performed color matching tests on products to ensure conformance to customer requirements.
  • Gained knowledge of using machinery such as the use of three HP printers, two basic computerised cutters, a laminating machine, a high Tech Summa cutter and a rolling table.
  • Gained basic knowledge for weeding vinyl, laminating, application of vinyls as well as trimming and cutting.
  • Provided excellent service and attention to customers when face-to-face or through phone conversations.
  • Researched competitive products and services to identify opportunities to improve customer experience through design changes.
  • Maintained up-to-date knowledge of industry trends in graphic design technologies.
  • Maintained data on printing outputs produced, supplies consumed, printing costs and equipment maintenance and repairs performed.
  • Coordinated workflow and scheduling of printing projects.
  • Troubleshoot computer hardware problems related to printing operations.

Retail Sales Assistant

Cotton On Kids
Charlestown
01.2020 - 01.2022
  • Assisted customers with product selection to meet their needs.
  • Operated the cash register, accepted payment, and issued receipts.
  • Stocked shelves with merchandise according to company guidelines.
  • Informed customers of current sales promotions and discounts.
  • Engaged positively with each customer, providing professional and polite support for sales and service needs.
  • Welcomed customers, offered to help locate items and suggested merchandise without being intrusive or pushy.
  • Restocked shelves, racks and bins with latest merchandise and changed signage to promote special items.
  • Arranged merchandise for display to highlight new styles, attract customers and enhance sales.

Retail Sales Assistant

Spend less Shoes
Glendale
01.2019 - 01.2022
  • Greeted customers and provided excellent customer service.
  • Assisted customers with product selection to meet their needs.
  • Operated the cash register, accepted payment, and issued receipts.
  • Stocked shelves with merchandise according to company guidelines.
  • Answered questions from customers about products and services.
  • Assisted in setting up displays for promotional items.
  • Performed weekly cleaning duties such as dusting, mopping, vacuuming.
  • Helped maintain the security of the store by monitoring suspicious activities.
  • Conducted regular price checks throughout the day to ensure accuracy.
  • Engaged positively with each customer, providing professional and polite support for sales and service needs.

Team Member

The Colliery Inn Wallsend
Wallsend
01.2019 - 01.2019
  • Gained communication skills and have learnt to work in a team environment.
  • Received payment from customers and processed transactions accurately.
  • Greeted guests in a friendly and professional manner.
  • Maintained cleanliness of dining area, kitchen, and other areas of the restaurant.
  • Performed opening and closing duties as assigned by management.
  • Assisted with the preparation of food and beverage items for customers.

Team Member

Crooked Bowl, Nambucca Heads Bowling Club
Nambucca Heads
01.2017 - 01.2019
  • Provided customer service to ensure satisfaction throughout their dining experience.
  • Answered questions regarding menu items, special offers and other restaurant information.
  • Took orders accurately and communicated them to the kitchen staff promptly.
  • Performed cashiering duties such as taking payments from customers using POS systems or manual methods.
  • Cleaned tables, chairs, dishes, cutlery and glassware after each meal period ended.
  • Provided directions, recommended activities and made dining reservations for guests.

Reception / Cleaner

Mid North Coast Realty
Stuarts Point
01.2016 - 01.2019
  • Communication skills with working in an administration position taking phone calls, taking messages, office duties
  • Provided a clean and tidy workplace for customers and colleagues alike
  • Assisted with cleaning of Holiday Houses.
  • Responded promptly to all incoming emails and telephone calls in a professional manner.
  • Scanned documents into digital format for easy storage and retrieval when needed.

Education

Bachelor Of Creative Industries Majoring in Design -

University Of Newcastle
12.2021

Higher School Certificate -

St. Paul's College Kempsey
12.2019

Some College (No Degree) - Cert 3 Signs & Graphics

Regional Trade Assessments

Skills

  • Graphic Design
  • Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign)
  • Illustration Photography
  • Visual Communication
  • Image Sourcing
  • Administrative Duties
  • Production Layouts
  • Graphic and Media Design
  • Advertising understanding
  • Design thinking
  • Visual design
  • Good Listener
  • Communication Skills- Active Learning
  • Bronze Medallion, Patrol Member and IRB Crewman's

References

  • Kiara Thompson, Cotton On Kids Manager, 0422 833 705
  • Sophie-LeeSpendlesstrong>, Spendless Shoes Manager, 0408 089 375
  • Max Parson, Ex Signarama Installer, 0402 675 994
  • Grant Fitzpatrick, past Signarama Graphic Designer 0409 892 532
  • Sally Collins, present Signarama Production Manager 0433 797 546
  • Dominique Williams, past Signarama Graphic Designer 0415 418 961

Accomplishments

  • Finalist in Outstanding Employee Category at the Business NSW Awards Central Coast 2023

Affiliations

  • Given the opportunity to go along to a Business NSW Workshop
  • Attend Printing & Graphic Expos

Timeline

Graphic Designer

Signarama Tuggerah
01.2022 - Current

Retail Sales Assistant

Cotton On Kids
01.2020 - 01.2022

Retail Sales Assistant

Spend less Shoes
01.2019 - 01.2022

Team Member

The Colliery Inn Wallsend
01.2019 - 01.2019

Team Member

Crooked Bowl, Nambucca Heads Bowling Club
01.2017 - 01.2019

Reception / Cleaner

Mid North Coast Realty
01.2016 - 01.2019

Bachelor Of Creative Industries Majoring in Design -

University Of Newcastle

Higher School Certificate -

St. Paul's College Kempsey

Some College (No Degree) - Cert 3 Signs & Graphics

Regional Trade Assessments
Kasey Halam