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Zhifeng Lin

Film Maker & Glass Artist
Sydney

Summary

A passionate film maker, artist, sales, and store manager finding ideas and inspiration from life to represent in his work. Enthusiastic person to contribute to team success through hard work, attention to detail and excellent organizational skills. I have developed strong audience understanding that will help me to undertake all responsibilities. Motivated to learn, grow and excel. Optimistic and personable individual enthusiastic about meeting new people. Educated tourism professional with love of all things artsy. Highly adept at creating entertaining scripts and well-versed in marketing.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
3
3
Languages

Work History

Sydney Tour Guide

Self-employeed
11.2023 - Current
  • Received numerous positive reviews from clients, reflecting strong communication skills and in-depth knowledge of tour subjects.
  • Increased accessibility by incorporating an audio guide option in multiple languages, catering to a broader audience of international visitors.
  • Facilitated memorable experiences for diverse groups by tailoring presentations to cater to different age groups, cultural backgrounds, and language abilities.

Diecast Car Models / LEGO Sales

Self-employeed
11.2022 - Current
  • Maintained a strong social media presence to promote brands effectively, gaining thousands of followers and increasing engagement.
  • Performed well under pressure in fast-paced environments like runway shows or photoshoots ensuring timely project completion.
  • Gained exposure for smaller businesses by modeling for local boutiques and designers, ultimately increasing their sales.

Store/Floor Manager

Vitaland Kids Café Alexandria
10.2022 - 11.2023
  • Improved customer satisfaction by addressing and resolving concerns promptly and efficiently.
  • Reduced employee turnover rate by fostering a supportive work culture that encouraged professional growth opportunities.
  • Created an inclusive workplace atmosphere that fostered teamwork among employees of diverse backgrounds.
  • Boosted employee morale by recognizing outstanding performances, resulting in higher productivity levels.

Assistant Manager/Team Leader/All Rounder

Vitaland Kids Café Alexandria
07.2022 - 10.2022
  • Stocked napkins, tea bags, silverware, and other supplies. Scored 95% or better for side work performance in daily reviews.
  • Followed guidelines for allergy and diet concerns and obeyed food handling safety regulations and procedures.
  • Following the schedule and completing the goal on time perfectly.
  • Servicing both parents and children, taking up an extra responsibility, understanding and fulfilling their requirements.

Hungry Panda Advertising/Promotion

Hungry Panda
04.2021 - Current
  • Resolved problems, improved operations and provided exceptional service.
  • Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
  • Offered friendly and efficient service to all customers, handled challenging situations with ease.

Volunteer

Salvation Army Retail Store
01.2021 - Current
  • Helping and solving problems at the front desk, organizing items on the shelves in order.
  • Actively listened to customers, handled concerns quickly and escalated major issues to supervisor.
  • Served customers in a friendly, efficient manner following outlined steps of service.
  • Carried out day-day-day duties accurately and efficiently.

Social Media Photography

Instagram Social Media Platform
05.2020 - Current
  • Sharing photographic passion with group of friends.
  • Developing skills of photography on shooting LEGOand motorcycles still life objects.
  • Increasing knowledge on the use of social mediapromotion.

USYD First Ever Virtual Reality Short Film

University Of Sydney
03.2022 - 06.2022
  • Revolutionary attempt to create a Virtual Reality short film, giving the audience a whole new experience on filmmaking.
  • Understanding a greater meaning of teamwork when accepting a new challenge for everyone.
  • Following the schedule and completing the goal on time perfectly.

Waiter

FLOVIE FLORIST CAFE
12.2021 - 02.2022
  • A helping hand for my best friend and an opportunity to learn and gain.
  • Showing respect to co-workers and customers with any situation faced.
  • Completing every day goals and objectives accurately.

Comedy Short Film

UNSW
03.2020 - 04.2020
  • Quickly learned new skills and applied them to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity.
  • Performed routine maintenance on camera and other set equipment.
  • Participated in pre-production planning such as scheduling, location scouting and equipment rental.

Finance Serious Game Prototype

UNSW
08.2018 - 10.2018
  • Created a serious game prototype where its main purpose is learn about financing and management for the client Commonwealth Bank.
  • Prepared a variety of different written communications, reports and documents to ensure smooth operations.
  • Created plans and communicated deadlines to ensure projects were completed on time.

Media Company Intern

Fowa Cultural Diffusion & Planning
06.2016 - 08.2016
  • Understood how the industry operated in China
  • Gained experience by working with the people whomade the decisions and planning in the office andthe people who were responsible for on-site filming.
  • Assist supervisors to complete plans and projects ontime according to schedule.

Education

Master of Moving Image - Film And Video Production

University of Sydney
Sydney, NSW
03.2021 - 07.2022

Bachelor of Media (Screen And Sound Production) - Screen And Sound Production

University Of New South Wales
Sydney
07.2017 - 05.2020

Skills

  • Group Oversight

  • Proficient in English/Mandarin/Cantonese

  • Reports

  • Social Media Presence

  • Brand representation

  • Employee Scheduling

  • Policy Enforcement

  • Safety oversight

  • Stock management

  • Sales Development

  • Product Knowledge

Timeline

Sydney Tour Guide

Self-employeed
11.2023 - Current

Diecast Car Models / LEGO Sales

Self-employeed
11.2022 - Current

Store/Floor Manager

Vitaland Kids Café Alexandria
10.2022 - 11.2023

Assistant Manager/Team Leader/All Rounder

Vitaland Kids Café Alexandria
07.2022 - 10.2022

USYD First Ever Virtual Reality Short Film

University Of Sydney
03.2022 - 06.2022

Waiter

FLOVIE FLORIST CAFE
12.2021 - 02.2022

Hungry Panda Advertising/Promotion

Hungry Panda
04.2021 - Current

Master of Moving Image - Film And Video Production

University of Sydney
03.2021 - 07.2022

Volunteer

Salvation Army Retail Store
01.2021 - Current

Social Media Photography

Instagram Social Media Platform
05.2020 - Current

Comedy Short Film

UNSW
03.2020 - 04.2020

Finance Serious Game Prototype

UNSW
08.2018 - 10.2018

Bachelor of Media (Screen And Sound Production) - Screen And Sound Production

University Of New South Wales
07.2017 - 05.2020

Media Company Intern

Fowa Cultural Diffusion & Planning
06.2016 - 08.2016
Zhifeng LinFilm Maker & Glass Artist