Lexi Leigh
Marrickville
Summary
Dynamic and versatile performer with a proven track record over many years showcasing exceptional artistry and interpersonal communication skills. Excelled in creating engaging experiences through tailored playlists and character performances, significantly enhancing event atmospheres. Demonstrates strong leadership and communication abilities, adept at fostering team collaboration and exceeding performance targets.
Overview
32
32
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
DJ
Universal Club, Imperial Hotel Eskinville
04.2024 - Current
- Working at various Clubs, parties and corporate events, Including Pride Cup, Manly Pride, Dykadelic Party, Barba party in Melbourne and private mas parties.
- Improved event atmosphere by curating tailored playlists for a diverse range of clients and venues.
- Implemented effective time management strategies allowing proper preparation prior to each performance.
- Monitored crowd reactions adjusting setlists accordingly for an engaging experience tailored towards audience preferences.
Soft Fabricater
Creature Technology
09.2018 - 04.2021
- Created silicone skins from molds, fitted skins to FRP structure.
- Operated sewing machines to join, reinforce or decorate products and performed hand stitching for smaller projects.
- Delivered exceptional level of service by listening, understanding direction very well and asking right questions.
- Carried out day-day-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Quickly learned new skills and applied them to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity.
- Supported performance targets by maintaining clean and neat work areas.
- Maintained excellent attendance record, consistently arriving to work on time.
- Exceeded goals through effective task prioritization and great work ethic.
- Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
Drag King Performance Artist
Self-employeed
04.1993 - Current
- Developed entire looks, including garments, makeup and wigs.
- Created visually appealing character styles that married story with event vision.
- Sewed full outfits for my use.
- Created props to authenticate designs and desired looks.
- Kept up-to-date with style industry standards, trends and techniques to provide optimal aesthetics.
- Conducted Drag King classes for group of 10 - 15 students.
- Wrote, produced, performed my own one wo/man shows.
- Organized performances, designed and created soundtracks, costumes, props on both small and large scale productions.
- Hosting events while cultivated positive guest relations by engaging positively with patrons.
- Secured funding opportunities through grant applications and sponsorships, allowing for continued growth as a performance artist.
- Established a solid online presence by maintaining an engaging and user-friendly website, featuring performance dates, galleries, and press coverage.
- Utilized effective time management strategies to balance rehearsals, administrative tasks, marketing efforts, and personal practice sessions successfully.
- Enhanced audience engagement by incorporating interactive elements and multimedia in performances.
- Mentored aspiring performance artists by sharing expertise and providing guidance on career development.
Face Painter
We Love Face Painting
01.2012 - 03.2019
- Provided additional services such as basic balloon twisting and prosthetics to guests.
- Married artistic skill with customer suggestions to create unique designs.
- Engaged customers in process to provide memorable experience.
- Presented template design options and discussed preferences.
- Kept work areas clean and neat at all times, most recently under covid safe guidelines.
- Utilized exceptional customer service skills to satisfy all needs.
- 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.
Traffic Controller
Utilities Traffic Management
09.2017 - 10.2018
- Assembled signs and cones to direct traffic through construction sites.
- Routed traffic around construction sites for worker and driver safety.
- Wrote daily safety reports and gave to foreman.
- Stood for 8 hours with "Stop/Slow" paddle directing traffic.
- Identified, analyzed, resolved and reported hazards and procedural issues affecting or potentially affecting safe and timely outcomes.
Education
No Degree - Wearable Art
Enmore Design Tafe
Enmore, NSW10-2023
No Degree - Pattern Making 1 & 2
Rozelle Tafe
Rozelle, NSW09-2022
Sewing
RMIT Short Courses
Brunswick, VIC09.2018
No Degree - Small Business
Brace Learning
Ballarat, VIC2012
Set Design For Theatre And Television
West Australian Academy Of Performing Arts
Perth, WA1992
High School Diploma -
Duncraig Senior High School
Duncraig, WA1989
Skills
- Artistry
- Design skills
- Sketching ability
- Health and safety
- Payment processing
- Staff collaboration
- Character performances
- Stage shows
- Responsible
- Interpersonal Communication
- Leadership
- Flexible & Adaptable
- Self-motivated professional
- Teamwork
- Customer service
- Good listening skills
- Computer skills
- Adaptability
- Sewing
- Organization and Time management
Certification
WWCC - working with children
Timeline
DJ
Universal Club, Imperial Hotel Eskinville
04.2024 - Current
Soft Fabricater
Creature Technology
09.2018 - 04.2021
Traffic Controller
Utilities Traffic Management
09.2017 - 10.2018
Face Painter
We Love Face Painting
01.2012 - 03.2019
Drag King Performance Artist
Self-employeed
04.1993 - Current
WWCC - working with children
No Degree - Wearable Art
Enmore Design Tafe
No Degree - Pattern Making 1 & 2
Rozelle Tafe
Sewing
RMIT Short Courses
No Degree - Small Business
Brace Learning
Set Design For Theatre And Television
West Australian Academy Of Performing Arts
High School Diploma -
Duncraig Senior High School
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