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Nicola Gilchrist

Yarraville,VIC

Summary

Experienced Office Management and Administration Professional with noted experience in administrative management. Prioritize projects and multitask effectively to achieve project goals. Methodical and detail-oriented team player. Offering these skills and strong work ethic.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience

Work History

Studio Manager

Baenziger Coles Architects
04.2020 - Current
  • Weekly collection and timely input of all staff timesheets.
  • Data and record keeping.
  • Liaising with the offsite Bookkeeper to aid in staff payroll, accounts payable & receivable.
  • Coordinated office training, events and meetings.
  • Onboarding of new employees.
  • Handled sensitive information with discretion, maintaining confidentiality of company documents and personnel records.
  • Conducted regular inventory assessments of office supplies, ordering necessary items proactively to prevent stock shortages.
  • Provided exceptional customer service when addressing client inquiries or concerns via phone calls or email correspondence.
  • Maintained computer and physical filing systems.
  • Design work.
  • Assisted the company directors when required.
  • Managed social media accounts.

Studio Assistant

Point 3
05.2018 - 09.2019
  • Enhanced studio workflow by organizing equipment and maintaining a clean work environment.
  • Managed inventory and supplies, ensuring timely delivery for continuous project work.
  • Provided administrative support, including scheduling appointments, answering phones, and managing email correspondence.
  • Supported creative teams in meeting project deadlines by efficiently completing assigned tasks.
  • Delivered exceptional customer service during events or workshops hosted at the studio space.
  • Maintained all areas in neat and clean fashion.
  • Diary management.
  • Running personal errands for the directors.


Administration

Smash Repair Solutions
12.2012 - 05.2018

I worked at SRS (Smash Repair Solutions) for close to 7 years.

During this time, I worked a variety of roles as I grew within the company and moved to areas that needed assistance.

Summary of roles covered; Finance Coordinator, Accounting & Admin Assistant, People & Culture, Receptionist/Customer Service.


Education

Certificate IV - Graphic Design

Shillington Education
Melbourne, VIC
12.2019

Diploma of Education - Human Resource Management

Swinburne University
Melbourne
2016

Diploma - Communication Graphic Design

Design & Arts College New Zealand
Christchurch, New Zealand
2003

Skills

  • Documentation and Reporting
  • Time management
  • Organizational skills
  • Office Administration
  • Customer Service
  • Excellent communication
  • Team Player
  • Relationship builder
  • Adobe Creative Suite
  • Microsoft Suite

References

Available upon request.

Timeline

Studio Manager

Baenziger Coles Architects
04.2020 - Current

Studio Assistant

Point 3
05.2018 - 09.2019

Administration

Smash Repair Solutions
12.2012 - 05.2018

Certificate IV - Graphic Design

Shillington Education

Diploma of Education - Human Resource Management

Swinburne University

Diploma - Communication Graphic Design

Design & Arts College New Zealand
Nicola Gilchrist