MARLEY PEDERSEN
Summary
Dynamic and dedicated undergraduate, currently pursuing a Bachelor of Psychological Science and a Bachelor of Social Science at the University of Wollongong. Eager to secure an entry-level position in psychology, showcasing organisational skills and unwavering commitment. Possesses experience across various industries, demonstrating exceptional communication skills and a customer-centric approach. Demonstrates a positive work ethic whilst embracing challenges, and executing tasks with precision and efficiency. Strong in team collaboration and well-versed in managing interactions with diverse demographics, honed through roles at Kmart, in hospitality, as a children's face painter, and as a babysitter. Flexible availability, including weekends, public holidays and week days that align with University schedule.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Kmart Employee
Kmart
- Checkout Operator, Self-serve Supervisor, Fitting Room Operator, Service Desk Operator
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
Hospitality Worker
The Eleanor
- Waitress, Bartender (RSA), Kitchen aid, Event Organisation for Weddings, Day-time Cafe Worker
- Performed general cleaning by sweeping and mopping floors, washing dishes and emptying trash.
- Reduced risks by maintaining clean and organised work environment.
- Greeted guests with friendly and professional acknowledgment to build rapport.
- Handled guest complaints professionally, resolving issues quickly to promote positive experiences.
Face Painter
Self Employed
- Paint children's faces at hired parties
- Received consistent positive feedback from clients, leading to repeat business and referrals for new customers.
- Maintained excellent time management skills to ensure adherence to scheduled appointments while maintaining high-quality artistry standards concurrently.
- Managed scheduling, invoicing, and financial tracking for all face painting engagements, maintaining accurate records for tax purposes.
- Presented template design options and discussed preferences.
Babysitter
Self Employed
- Responsible for the safety and care of children in their home and on outings
- Played games, worked on puzzles, and read books to young children.
- Communicated positively with children and guardians.
- Maintained a clean and organized environment to ensure the well-being of children under care.
- Prepared healthy, age-appropriate snacks and meals.
- Reassured children when upset providing emotional support and stability.
Kmart Employee
Kmart
01.2024 - Current
- Checkout Operator, Self-serve Supervisor, Fitting Room Operator, Service Desk Operator
Hospitality Work Experience
St Patrick's College
01.2021 - 12.2021
- Agfest - St Patrick's College, TAS 2021
Education
Bachelor of Psychological Science and a Bachelor of Social Science - Criminology
University of Wollongong
Wollongong, NSWSt Patrick's College
Launceston, TASSkills
- Friendly, Positive Attitude
- Judgment and Decision Making
- Excellent Communication
- Teamwork
- Critical Thinking
- Calm Under Pressure
- Dependable and Responsible
- Social Perceptiveness
Accomplishments
- ATAR of above 90 - Ceremony, St Patrick's College, TAS 2023
- High Achievers Award for TASC Subjects - St Patrick's College, TAS 2022
- Bronze Badge SPC Croagh Patrick - St Patrick's College, TAS 2020
- The Leading Light Award- St Patrick's College, TAS 2020
- Cure Brain Cancer Foundation Gala - Sydney, NSW 2018
- Bay of Fires Art Competition - Bay of Fires, TAS 2018
Skills Upon Completion of Undergraduate Degree
- Understanding of multiple perspectives to psychological issues, recognising that psychology involves a range of research methods, theories, evidence and applications
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills to communicate with diverse audiences
- Numerical reasoning skills, including ability to analyse numerical data and information to aid decision making
- Research skills, critical thinking and logical reasoning ability
- Digital literacy with ability to utilise databases and analytic software packages
- Teamwork capability to work effectively both independently and with others
- Discretion while dealing with confidential information
- Problem solving capability
- Making ethical judgements about methods and published research
- Written and oral communication skills, including the clear presentation of research procedures, academic debates and the student's own arguments
- Working collaboratively
- Developing the ability to reflect in critical and constructive ways on their own learning
- Gathering, retrieving and synthesising data and information
References
- Hollie Moore, Kmart Manager, (03) 6345 0000
- Hayley Self, The Eleanor Manager, 0491 270 959
- Cameron Ivory, Head of Learning - Creative Arts Staff, (03) 6341 9936
Hobbies and Interests
- Art
- Travelling
- Hospitality
- Social netball for UOW
- Makeup Artist
- Face painting
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Timeline
Kmart Employee
Kmart
01.2024 - Current
Hospitality Work Experience
St Patrick's College
01.2021 - 12.2021
Kmart Employee
Kmart
Hospitality Worker
The Eleanor
Face Painter
Self Employed
Babysitter
Self Employed
Bachelor of Psychological Science and a Bachelor of Social Science - Criminology
University of Wollongong
St Patrick's College
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