Ruben De Waal
Adelaide,SA
Summary
Dynamic and detail-oriented professional with extensive experience in festival operations at WOMAD Festival. Proven ability to foster team collaboration and solve problems effectively. Skilled in forklift operation and delivering exceptional customer service, consistently enhancing guest experiences while ensuring safety and compliance. A fast learner dedicated to achieving successful event outcomes.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Stalls Assistant
WOMAD Festival
03.2024 - Current
- Assisted in coordinating festival logistics, ensuring smooth operations throughout event duration.
- Supported team in managing vendor relations, solving problems and fostering positive partnerships for successful collaboration.
- Operated forklift in very busy festival set up.
Tent Builder / Front of House / Spruiker
Gluttony Food and Wine Festival
03.2020 - Current
- Constructed event structures, ensuring safety and compliance with regulations.
- Collaborated with team members to execute setup and breakdown of festival areas efficiently.
- Spruiker / Front of House for both the main Festival gate and the Artists Bar
- Operated forklift in large festival site
Front of House Employee
Scallywags Cafe
04.2017 - 10.2024
- Provided exceptional customer service in fast-paced café environment.
- Operated POS system efficiently for accurate order processing and cash handling.
- Resolved customer inquiries and complaints promptly to enhance satisfaction.
- Maintained a clean and welcoming environment for guests, contributing to positive dining experiences.
- Performed opening and closing duties diligently, ensuring the restaurant was ready for optimal operations each day.
Spruiker / Performer / Tent Builder
Bamboozled Productions
03.2006 - 03.2019
- Established rapport with fellow cast members, fostering a supportive and collaborative work environment.
- Built performance venues ready for festivals, making sure safety of crew was forefront.
- Ran venue during festival, selling tickets, gathering crowds and ushering audiences. Was responsible for monies taken.
- Performed my show during the Festival.
Front of House / Performer / Tent Builder
Electric Doll House
02.2008 - 03.2018
- Delivered engaging performances, captivating diverse audiences with dynamic stage presence.
- Helped team build venue ready for performances
- Spruiker, gathered and ushered crowds during very busy festival periods.
Education
Advanced Diploma of Applied And Visual Art -
North Adelaide School of Art
Adelaide, SASkills
- Fast learner
- Time management
- Attention to detail
- Team collaboration
- Problem-solving
Timeline
Stalls Assistant
WOMAD Festival
03.2024 - Current
Tent Builder / Front of House / Spruiker
Gluttony Food and Wine Festival
03.2020 - Current
Front of House Employee
Scallywags Cafe
04.2017 - 10.2024
Front of House / Performer / Tent Builder
Electric Doll House
02.2008 - 03.2018
Spruiker / Performer / Tent Builder
Bamboozled Productions
03.2006 - 03.2019
Advanced Diploma of Applied And Visual Art -
North Adelaide School of Art