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Lidia McNamara

Lidia McNamara

Ashgrove,QLD

Summary

People-oriented individual with a calm and empathic nature, who is creative, passionate to help others and her community, and a life long learner with excellent communication skills and extensive experience in diverse business settings.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience

Work History

Visual Artist

Self Employed at "Lidia Art Studios"
Ashgrove, QLD
03.2019 - Current
  • Enhanced online presence by implementing strategic social media marketing initiatives.
  • Presented interactive workshops and demonstrations aimed at teaching aspiring artists various visual arts techniques and mediums.
  • Cultivated industry knowledge and connections by attending relevant workshops, conferences, and networking events.
  • Crafted original artwork for customers by skillfully integrating materials like ink, watercolour, charcoal, oil, acrylics, and pencils.
  • Experimented with variety of styles and techniques to produce unique works of art.
  • Collaborated with clients to define and clarify desired outcomes and requirements.

Family Business Owner

Self Employed at "Powerpod"
Melbourne/Sunshine Coast
07.2012 - 09.2021

Helped in creating and building an innovative vending machine business with my husband:

  • Drove revenue growth with innovative sales strategies, understanding customer needs and market trends.
  • Conducted market research to inform product development decisions and identify potential growth areas.
  • Developed strategic partnerships with suppliers, negotiating favourable terms to control costs and improve product offerings.
  • Launched series of successful new products, conducting market research and adjusting offerings based on feedback.
  • Elevated brand visibility by spearheading comprehensive digital marketing campaign.
  • Interacted well with customers to build connections and nurture relationships.
  • Because of its innovative nature, our business was nominated for various business award and received various government grants for further development

Education

Master of Social Work (Not Completed) -

University of Melbourne
Melbourne, VIC
2011

Bachelor of Arts - Spanish And Latin American Studies

University of London
London UK
01-2006

Certificate III in Childcare - Child Care

Suzan Johnston Organization
Melbourne VIC
10-2005

High School Diploma -

Miguel De Cervantes Spanish Secondary College, Sofia
Sofia Bulgaria
05-1994

Skills

  • Excellent Communicator
  • Creative
  • Reliable
  • Problem Solver
  • Approachable and Personable

Languages

English
Spanish
Bulgarian
Italian
Russian

Hobbies and Interests

  • Travelling and spending time with my family
  • Art, design and fashion
  • Languages and culture
  • Reading
  • Cooking
  • Wellbeing and fitness

Timeline

Visual Artist

Self Employed at "Lidia Art Studios"
03.2019 - Current

Family Business Owner

Self Employed at "Powerpod"
07.2012 - 09.2021

Bachelor of Arts - Spanish And Latin American Studies

University of London

Certificate III in Childcare - Child Care

Suzan Johnston Organization

High School Diploma -

Miguel De Cervantes Spanish Secondary College, Sofia

Master of Social Work (Not Completed) -

University of Melbourne
Lidia McNamara