Tom Hewett
Wollongong
Summary
Passionate aspiring political journalist with a lifelong interest in politics. Proven track record in customer service, demonstrating strong drive and initiative. Seeking to merge passion for politics with professional experience in media and journalism.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Sole Trader
Windows Made Clear
12.2023 - Current
- Managed all aspects of business finances, including budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow management.
- Delivered exceptional customer service by promptly addressing concerns and resolving issues effectively.
- Company Overview: ABN: 71 612 353 793
Student Journalist – UOW Federal Election Coverage
University Of Wollongong
05.2025 - 05.2025
- Participated in candidates' press conferences by asking questions to support accurate and timely election reporting
- Produced live cross segments and captured media to enhance coverage of the federal election
- Worked in a fast-paced environment, moving between locations and collaborating closely with other journalists
Internship at Nine News Wagga
Nine News Riverina
02.2021 - 02.2021
- Supported staff members in their daily tasks, reducing workload burden and allowing for increased focus on higher-priority assignments.
- Gained valuable experience working within the journalism industry
- Developed positive rapport with colleagues
- Gained hands-on experience in various software programs, including video editing with DaVinci Resolve
Business Training Intern
Window Cleaning work experience alongside Gale Force Window Cleaning
10.2024 - 11.2024
- Collaborated with a leading window cleaning business in Perth to gain hands-on experience in small business operations
- Focus areas included time management, client relations, service delivery, and accountability — foundational skills for launching and managing my own window cleaning enterprise
Cafe Cherry Beans Christmas Casual
11.2023 - 01.2024
- Worked as a team member at Café Cherry Beans where I learned to make a variety of different drink beverages while making sure customers felt welcomed.
Coles Supermarket
09.2021 - 01.2023
- Worked in the dairy department at Coles where efficiency and teamwork was essential for smooth procedure of the whole team.
Hungry Jack's
10.2023 - 09.2021
- Worked as a team member at Hungry Jack’s with the demands of performing multiple tasks in a high pressure, fast-paced environment while ensuring adequate customer service.
Education
Media and Communications
University of Wollongong
Year 12 graduate - undefined
Orana Steiner School
Certificate - Czech language
Charles University Prague
01.2024
Skills
- Customer service: Understanding customers by listening, adapting and meeting their needs
- Initiative: Developed a growing small business based on high quality customer service and hard work
- Media and marketing: Advertising by use of talking with customers and building an online presence for my company with online ads
- Digital skills: Touch typing skills, video editing software DaVinci Resolve, Office suite
- Drive: I self-manage my business as a sole trader and have built a base of clients
- Team player: Experience working in teams in hospitality and journalist contexts
Hobbies and Interests
Member of UOWTV, Strength Training, Travel, and Wellbeing
Training
- Glenn Martin Photography Course
- Successful completion in Barista course 3 – Bean Culture Canberra
Certification
Certificate in Czech language, Charles University Prague, Czech language course for compatriots, 2024
Year 12 graduate of Orana Steiner School, Canberra
• Certificate in Czech language, Charles University Prague, Czech language course for compatriots, 2
Studied in a one month course of learning the Czech language organised by Charles University, near Prague.
Timeline
Student Journalist – UOW Federal Election Coverage
University Of Wollongong
05.2025 - 05.2025
Business Training Intern
Window Cleaning work experience alongside Gale Force Window Cleaning
10.2024 - 11.2024
Sole Trader
Windows Made Clear
12.2023 - Current
Cafe Cherry Beans Christmas Casual
11.2023 - 01.2024
Hungry Jack's
10.2023 - 09.2021
Coles Supermarket
09.2021 - 01.2023
Internship at Nine News Wagga
Nine News Riverina
02.2021 - 02.2021
Year 12 graduate - undefined
Orana Steiner School
Certificate - Czech language
Charles University Prague
Media and Communications
University of Wollongong
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