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Sierra Xiu

Sierra Xiu

Sydney,NSW

Summary

  • Sales professional with 2 years practical experience in retail sales.
  • Passionate about customer experience, storytelling, and scalable operations that support business growth.
  • Founder of a successful jewelry market stall in Sydney with proven on-site sales ability.
  • Background in content strategy for finance and real estate.
  • Former president of a 60-member psychology association.
  • Currently completing certificate programs in Google Data Analytics and ChatGPT Mastery, focusing on data-informed decision making and AI-powered content strategy.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience

Work History

Market Vendor

Independent Jewelry Seller
Sydney, Australia
05.2023 - Current
  • Sourced products from Yiwu, China and managed end-to end retail operations
  • Adapted sales techniques on-site based on customer profiles and seasonal demand
  • Built strong interpersonal and persuasive communication skills through direct customer interaction

Social Media Intern

PUJI International
Sydney, Australia
11.2023 - 05.2024
  • Produced lifestyle and soft-branded content for social media channels
  • Achieved 150% of the target KPI for increasing sales agents’ account visibility through customized video strategies
  • Balanced creative direction with business goals to support indirect lead generation

Career Break

Travelling around the World
China
06.2022 - 05.2023
  • Traveled across China and climbed numerous iconic mountains during an 11-month gap year
  • Developed independence, cultural awareness, and resilience through immersive solo travel
  • Used this period for career reflection and creative inspiration before pursuing postgraduate study in Australia

Content Creator

Hexun Information Technology Co., Ltd.
Beijing, China
02.2022 - 06.2022
  • Transformed high-quality editorial content into engaging short-form videos (10–30 seconds)
  • Launched a mid-form video series with senior editors, delivering financial news with a trending, humorous tone
  • Achieved 30% follower growth in 3 months

President

University Psychology Association
Nanjing, China
09.2019 - 06.2022
  • Co-founded the association and expanded membership from 10 to 60+
  • Led campus-wide events including voice-over competitions and mental health workshops
  • Promoted team culture through active communication and peer support systems
  • Reviewed post-event feedback to refine future planning

Director / Producer

Various Independent Productions
Nanjing, China
01.2018 - 01.2022
  • Directed and produced short films, documentaries, and music videos from concept to completion
  • Coordinated multidisciplinary creative teams under tight deadlines and limited budgets
  • Developed strong project management and visual storytelling skills

Education

Master of Media - Public Relations & Advertising

University of New South Wales (UNSW)
Sydney, NSW
05-2025

Bachelor of Arts - Film And Television Directing

Communication University of China, Nanjing
Nanjing, China
06-2022

Skills

  • Customer-Centric Sales & Retail Strategy
  • Social Media & Content Creation
  • Brand Growth & Engagement
  • Process Improvement & Reflection

HOBBIES & INTERESTS

  • I am a keen traveler and nature enthusiast, climbed many of China’s major mountains during career break.
  • I am also passionate about fitness, regular in swimming, diving, and Zumba.

Timeline

Social Media Intern

PUJI International
11.2023 - 05.2024

Market Vendor

Independent Jewelry Seller
05.2023 - Current

Career Break

Travelling around the World
06.2022 - 05.2023

Content Creator

Hexun Information Technology Co., Ltd.
02.2022 - 06.2022

President

University Psychology Association
09.2019 - 06.2022

Director / Producer

Various Independent Productions
01.2018 - 01.2022

Master of Media - Public Relations & Advertising

University of New South Wales (UNSW)

Bachelor of Arts - Film And Television Directing

Communication University of China, Nanjing
Sierra Xiu