Willow Higgins
Bardia,NSW
Summary
A motivated and organised individual with strong teamwork and collaboration skills developed through work experience and extracurricular involvement. Demonstrates effective problem-solving abilities and leadership qualities, often taking initiative to support others and improve group outcomes. Approaches challenges with creativity and innovation, striving to make a positive contribution in both academic and community settings.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Volunteer
Vinnies Vans
10.2024 - 07.2025
- Collaborated with a team to prepare and package assorted sandwiches and snacks for distribution to the local community’s less fortunate.
- Volunteered after-school hours to assist teachers in the food preparation process.
- Maintained clean, neat, and operational facilities to serve program needs.
Cafe Worker
JNM Deli & Cafe
06.2024 - 07.2025
- Prepared and served beverages and food items according to quality standards.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of workstations and dining areas.
- Assisted customers with menu selections and provided exceptional service.
- Operated cash register, processed transactions, and handled customer inquiries.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure smooth café operations during peak hours.
Student
Riverside Theatres
06.2024 - 12.2024
- Shadowed various departments, including lighting, audio, staging and marketing to gain 'on the job' training.
- Enhanced classroom experience in a practical setting.
- Sat in on Front of House staff meetings to gain insight on workplace activities.
- Opportunity to make industry connections.
- Sat in on tech rehearsals to better understand the production process.
- Adapted quickly to various roles during busy performance seasons.
- Collaborated with team members to enhance audience engagement strategies.
- Assisted in daily operations of ticket sales and customer service.
- Supported event coordination through assisting with pre-production 'bump-in'.
- Strictly follow industry standards and codes of practice, including maintaining appropriate working attire, to ensure workplace safety and regulatory compliance.
Event Host
Australian Theatre for Young People Intersection Festival
08.2024 - 08.2024
- Engaged in rehearsal process to coordinate with other teammates and produce a seamless presentation.
- Confidently and coherently introduce actors and their performances to the audience.
- Encourage audience engagement through an enthusiastic tone.
- Ensured proper acknowledgement and recognition for all performers.
- Adherence to industry standards, codes of practice, and uniform policies, fostering a culture of safety and professionalism among team members.
Student
Sydney Theatre Company
10.2023 - 10.2023
- Collaborated with other students on developing artistic ideas and creative problem solving.
- Attending workshops with various technical departments, including staging, lighting and marketing.
- Made industry connections with current and aspiring industry workers.
- Championed a growth mindset culture within the classroom, inspiring students to embrace challenges and persevere through obstacles in pursuit of their goals.
- Acting workshops which provided a creative outlet for attending students who have a passion for the performing arts.
- Fostered lasting friendships between like-minded individuals.
Theatre Performer
Australian Theatre for Young People Intersection Festival
08.2023 - 08.2023
- Extra-curricular activity that required out of school commitment and effective time management.
- Embraced constructive feedback from directors to improve skills and enhance overall performance quality.
- Memorized and delivered complex lines, showcasing professionalism and dedication to the craft.
- Participated in rehearsals, contributing creative ideas while refining dialogue and movement for productions.
- Teamwork and collaboration during the audition rehearsal process.
- Opportunity to collaborate with playwright to deliver a performance that embodied her artistic vision.
Musical Performer
Our Lady of Mercy College
09.2022 - 05.2023
- Participated in my school's production of 'The Little Mermaid'.
- Selected for a lead role, demonstrating dedication through additional out-of-school and weekend coaching sessions to strengthen vocal technique and stage performance.
- Performed multiple musical productions and remained committed to the role to enhance audience engagement and experience.
- Collaborated with director, applying feedback to develop a streamline and professional performance.
- Mentored younger performers by providing feedback on technique and stage presence during rehearsals.
- Met production process deadlines to ensure an efficient and well-functioning work environment.
Education
High School Diploma -
Our Lady of Mercy College
Parramatta, NSW09-2025
Skills
- Positive mindset
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Organised and efficient
- Problem-solving
- Leadership qualities
- Adaptability and dependability
- Innovative
Accomplishments
Selected as the Creative and Performing Arts Leader for the 2024–2025 Student Leadership Team, I had the opportunity to lead initiatives in an area I am passionate about. Alongside my partner, I organised our school’s Variety Night, providing students across all year levels with a platform to showcase their artistic talents to the wider community. In this role, I contributed to numerous school events, including Open Days and Showcase Evenings, and collaborated with fellow Student Leaders to develop strategies that supported the wellbeing of the OLMC student body. Through this experience, I strengthened my leadership, communication, and organisational skills while building meaningful mentoring relationships with teachers who guided my growth throughout the journey.
Timeline
Volunteer
Vinnies Vans
10.2024 - 07.2025
Event Host
Australian Theatre for Young People Intersection Festival
08.2024 - 08.2024
Cafe Worker
JNM Deli & Cafe
06.2024 - 07.2025
Student
Riverside Theatres
06.2024 - 12.2024
Student
Sydney Theatre Company
10.2023 - 10.2023
Theatre Performer
Australian Theatre for Young People Intersection Festival
08.2023 - 08.2023
Musical Performer
Our Lady of Mercy College
09.2022 - 05.2023
High School Diploma -
Our Lady of Mercy College