Kirsten Ansell
Newcastle ,NSW
Summary
I am a highly motivated business founder with 5 years of experience in planning, developing and executing events and initiatives to achieve successful outcomes. I have a creative and strategic focus providing excellent leadership to my team and I prioritise and value my client relationships. I am professional and outgoing with proven success in building extensive relationships and attracting new sponsors and stakeholders to grow the program.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Founder
Girls Day Out - Women in Sport
Newcastle , NSW
07.2020 - Current
- Founded the Girls Day Out - Women in Sport program through recognising the need to bring professional athletes and young girls together with male dominated sports.
- Devised organisational vision, mission and foundational structure to facilitate early growth.
- Led startup and opening of NFP organisation and provided business development, creation of operational procedures and workflow planning.
- Delivered speeches, attended talks and wrote articles to promote company image and engage with athletes and stakeholders.
- Negotiated key initial contracts and established plans to formalise structure and support growth.
- Interfaced with sponsors to discuss budget allocation to determine project scope.
- Designed, managed and maintained company website by writing content, directing video designs and designing email.
- Built relationships with strategic partners leading to business development opportunities.
- Created and implemented marketing campaigns and directory services to help attendee's & sponsors on new media and events within the GDO program.
- Provided organisational leadership within the GDO program to volunteers, professional athletes and attendees.
- The ability to plan, coordinate and execute events for over 500 attendees.
- Work alongside stakeholders and sponsors prior and during the event.
- Networked to obtain potential event sponsors.
- Worked and communicated with professional athletes participating in GDO.
- Organised vendor contracts, negotiated fees, and ensured compliance with all regulations.
- Coordinated with internal teams to ensure timely delivery of products and services for events.
- Monitored budgeting process for each event to ensure cost efficiency.
- Planned coordinated and managed logistics related to transportation, accommodation, sports for events.
- Facilitated meetings between GDO and stakeholders in order to discuss overall project scope and timeline.
- Supervised volunteers responsible for registration desk setup and management during events.
- Oversaw event logistics, venue scheduling and accommodations.
- Trained and supervised volunteers and support staff required for events.
- Provided on-site support during the day of the event including problem solving if necessary.
- Planned and coordinated registration, hotel accommodations and transportation to facilitate smooth execution of event activities.
- Produced contracts and invoices for events and monitored fee collection.
- Drove growth in GDO business by continuously researching and implementing improved strategies exceeding expectations.
- Maintained an organised admin work using software applications like Microsoft.
Startup Founder
Host a Surfer
Newcastle , NSW
07.2019 - Current
- Led startup and opening of business and provided business development, creation of operational procedures and workflow planning.
- Built relationships with strategic partners leading to business development opportunities.
- Designed, managed and maintained company website by writing content, directing video designs and designing email, HTML and in-text email promotions.
- Created new programs within Host a Surfer to promote new opportunities for young athletes, leading to cohesive mentoring group.
- Promoted brand awareness by the first program of its kind across Australia.
- Organised corporate luncheons, dinners, conferences and special events.
- Scheduled and managed accommodation for professional athletes.
- Oversaw event logistics, venue scheduling and accommodations.
- Networked to obtain potential event sponsors.
- Assessed event success and identified improvement areas through client feedback.
- Worked alongside professional athletes and host families to best match each others needs.
Canteen Coordinator
St james Primary School
Kotara South , NSW
05.2022 - Current
- Organised volunteers to promote a positive work environment.
- Managed volunteer roster
- Researched & implemented the transition to online ordering.
- Monitored inventory levels and ordered supplies as needed.
- Conducted regular training sessions for volunteer staff members on new processes.
- Managed day-to-day operations of the canteen including scheduling tasks and assigning duties.
- Analysed financial activities of the canteen and reported budgetary input to the P&F.
Photographer
Self Emolyed
Newcastle
2008 - Current
- Create portfolios for clients to showcase work.
- Edit photos using Adobe Photoshop and other software applications.
- Set up lighting equipment and adjust camera settings to capture desired images.
- Consult with clients to understand their needs and preferences for a photo shoot.
- Conduct interviews with subjects of a photoshoot to ensure comfort level during the session.
- Maintain photography equipment including cameras, lenses, lighting gear, tripods.
- Provide direction to models and subjects throughout photoshoots while capturing natural expressions.
- Ensure safety of people involved in photo sessions by following all applicable laws and regulations.
- Deliver quality products within deadlines established by clientele.
- Explained price and package details to customers.
- Set up camera control equipment, stands and tripods for shoots.
- Scouted locations and curated props for photography shoots.
- Took pictures of individuals, families and small groups in studio or on location.
- Uploaded digital images for editing, archiving and electronic transmission.
Administrative Manager
Child Support Agency
Newcastle , NSW
05.2004 - 08.2008
- Coordinated with executive staff to ensure deadlines were met in a timely manner.
- Oversaw the maintenance of office equipment, supplies, and facilities.
- Provided support to departmental managers in the development of project plans and initiatives.
- Negotiated contracts with vendors to secure necessary services or products.
- Answered phones and routed calls to appropriate personnel.
- Provided administrative support to various departments within the organization.
- Scheduled travel arrangements for business trips, conferences, and other events.
- Ordered office supplies as needed to maintain adequate inventory levels.
- Organised and maintained filing systems for physical and electronic documents, ensuring accuracy and confidentiality of records.
- Maintained office supplies inventory by checking stock to determine inventory level; anticipating needed supplies; placing and expediting orders for supplies.
- Assisted with the planning of special events by arranging catering services, securing venues and ordering promotional materials.
- Processed invoices for payment using accounting software applications.
- Provided secretarial and office management support while building cooperative working relationships.
- Responded to staff issues to provide immediate resolution and improve retention.
- Raised funds by organizing multiple events and diligently managed details to meet deadlines.
- Prepared and distributed agendas, minutes, presentations and other related materials for meetings.
Child Care Assistant
Glendale Early Education Centre
Newcastle
01.2000 - 03.2004
- Organised and implemented activities that developed children's physical, emotional and social growth.
- Monitored children's play activities to ensure safety of the children.
- Observed behavior of children and reported any issues to supervisor or parents.
- Developed positive relationships with families by communicating regularly regarding their child's progress.
- Maintained accurate records including daily attendance sheets, incident reports.
- Participated in staff meetings to discuss strategies for improving the quality of care provided to the kids.
- Planned age-appropriate activities according to individual needs of each child.
- Established routines for nap time, snack time, outdoor time.
- Provided assistance during arrival, departure times by helping children transition into, out of daycare centers.
- Interacted with parents on a regular basis regarding their child's development progress.
- Recorded child behavior, food and medication information.
- Introduced learning activities and imaginative play to teach children to explore.
- Developed and implemented lesson plans and activities for children of various ages.
Education
Certificate III Childcare Services - Childcare
Tafe
Newcastle 12.2004
Skills
- Start-Up Operations
- Relationship and Team Building
- Organisational Structuring
- Project Management
- Contract Negotiations and Administration
- Conference and event Planning
- Attendee Relations
- Exception communication skills
- Strong community and corporate connections
Additional Information
- Kim Burton, Managing Director Burton Automotive - 0408 973 808
- Nicole Tripney, Executive Director Strategic Communications NSW Health & Pathology - 0459 875 921
Timeline
Canteen Coordinator
St james Primary School
05.2022 - Current
Founder
Girls Day Out - Women in Sport
07.2020 - Current
Startup Founder
Host a Surfer
07.2019 - Current
Administrative Manager
Child Support Agency
05.2004 - 08.2008
Child Care Assistant
Glendale Early Education Centre
01.2000 - 03.2004
Photographer
Self Emolyed
2008 - Current
Certificate III Childcare Services - Childcare
Tafe
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