Sara Arias
Mentone,VIC
Summary
I am Sara Maria Arias Cardona, a 32-year-old space and graphic designer with a degree from the Florence Institute of Design International in Italy. Currently, I work as a sales assistant for a company called Coco and Spicy, assisting customers and managing digital marketing. My passion lies in sustainable design, and I am pursuing a Certificate in Sustainable Project Management in Australia to fulfil my dream of establishing an eco-sustainable hotel in Colombia. I aim to contribute to my country's economy and environment while promoting a circular economy.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Sales Assistant Team Member
Coco And Spicy
08.2023 - Current
- Join Coco and Spicy, a handmade press-on nail company, as a Sales Assistant. Responsible for showcasing and applying these exquisite nails to customers. Provide expert advice, excellent service, and ensure customers leave with stylish and perfectly applied nails for any occasion.
General Cleaner
The Clean Cure
06.2023 - Current
- Maintaining cleanliness and hygiene in various settings. Responsibilities include cleaning and disinfecting surfaces, vacuuming, sweeping, mopping, and emptying trash. Ensure safe and pleasant environment by adhering to cleaning protocols and maintaining high standards of cleanliness.
Customer Service Specialist
Teleperformance
11.2021 - 06.2023
- Work for client called Vrbo, global holiday rental provider, as Customer Service Frontline representative. Offer exceptional support to customers worldwide, resolving inquiries, managing bookings, and ensuring unforgettable travel experiences. Utilise communication skills to assist travellers in dynamic and diverse environment.
Freelance Graphic Designer
Self-employeed
11.2016 - 08.2019
- As versatile freelancer, I specialise in designing captivating interiors for restaurants, hotels, and apartments. Also offer personal shopper assistance and create distinctive branding and website designs, ensuring clients' unique visions come to life during every project engagement.
Designer
DEKA Design
08.2016 - 10.2016
- As Junior Designer at Deka Design in Medellin, Colombia, had play vital role in creative processes. Work on crafting innovative interior and graphic designs, collaborate on projects from concept to completion, ensure designs meet clients' needs, and contribute to dynamic and creative team.
Lead Front Desk Receptionist
FIDI Florence Institute Of Design International
04.2011 - 05.2015
- Join FIDI as Front Desk Receptionist in beautiful Florence, Italy. Greet visitors, handle calls, and manage emails. Take charge of all graphic design for events and logistics, ensuring a vibrant and organised environment at esteemed institution of design.
Remote Graphic Designer
One Piece Media
07.2013 - 06.2014
- Join One Piece Media as Remote Graphic Designer. Create captivating designs for digital and print media, ensuring brand consistency. Collaborate remotely, meet deadlines, and elevate visual identity.
Retail Sales Assistant
Zara Clothing Store
05.2008 - 08.2008
- Join Zara's London team as Sales Assistant. Provide excellent customer service, assist shoppers, maintain store presentation, and represent brand with style in city centre.
Hospitality Assistant
Melanzana Italian Restaurant And Deli
04.2007 - 02.2008
- Deli Counter Assistant. Delivered exceptional service, slice Italian meats and cheeses, maintain cleanliness, assist customers needs, creator of sandwiches, and uphold food safety standards in this vital role.
Education
Post Graduate - Sustainable Project Management
Insight Academy
Melbourne, VIC10.2024
Bachelor of Design - Interior And Graphic Design
The Florence Institute of Design International
Florence, Italy 11.2015
Second Languages - English-as-a-Second-Language Education
Malvern House Academy
London, UK04.2011
Skills
- Adobe Photoshop
- Adobe Illustrator
- AutoCad
- SketchUp
- Office MS
- Canva
- Social media
- Scope Management
- WBS (work break down structure)
Timeline
Sales Assistant Team Member
Coco And Spicy
08.2023 - Current
General Cleaner
The Clean Cure
06.2023 - Current
Customer Service Specialist
Teleperformance
11.2021 - 06.2023
Freelance Graphic Designer
Self-employeed
11.2016 - 08.2019
Designer
DEKA Design
08.2016 - 10.2016
Remote Graphic Designer
One Piece Media
07.2013 - 06.2014
Lead Front Desk Receptionist
FIDI Florence Institute Of Design International
04.2011 - 05.2015
Retail Sales Assistant
Zara Clothing Store
05.2008 - 08.2008
Hospitality Assistant
Melanzana Italian Restaurant And Deli
04.2007 - 02.2008
Post Graduate - Sustainable Project Management
Insight Academy
Bachelor of Design - Interior And Graphic Design
The Florence Institute of Design International
Second Languages - English-as-a-Second-Language Education
Malvern House Academy