Lydia Elliott

Responsible, diligent, and hard-working who has maximised all opportunities to date to acquire work experience in the Art related sector, with a specialism in illustration. Enthusiastic and helpful, with a friendly and personable nature and an excellent aptitude to learn and implement new skills, such as quickly learning new software. Warm and positive with a 'can do' attitude.

Willing and able to actively contribute to an effective team while pursuing 100% customer satisfaction. Seeking to commit to a fulfilling and purposeful role.

Barista at Costa Coffee (2023-09 – Present)

To prepare and serve a large range of hot and cold beverages, including coffee, espresso, tea, and specialty drinks.

• Take customer orders and process payments.
• Maintain a clean and organized workspace.
• Stock and replenish supplies as needed.
• Answer customer questions about menu items and ingredients.
• Adhere to food safety and sanitation guidelines.
• Provide excellent customer service, including greeting customers, taking orders, and answering questions.
• Work in a fast-paced environment and be able to multitask.
• Be able to work independently and as part of a team.

Stall Owner at Various Art shows and fairs (2021-12 – Present)

• Confidently followed set procedures for till operation and cash handling.
• Successfully managed the finances of the stalls.
• Used knowledge of products, own people skills and creative presentation of goods to consistently reach and exceed personal sales targets
• Continuously monitored a range of products, to assess more popular items, to maximise potential income.
• Effectively followed consumer habits and trends to ensure that the range of products would be popular at events.

Ride Marshall at DiggerLand (2018-07 – 2020-04)

• Delivered high levels of customer service. Sought to constantly enhance customer experience by going the extra mile.
• Quickly learnt to operate a range of complex vehicles, such as tractors, dumper trucks and other JCBs, to ensure an enjoyable experience and a high level of customer safety.
• Worked closely with other staff members and management. Also carried out tasks independently.
• Completed additional tasks outside the job role, after voluntarily putting myself forward, with the same high level of commitment and thoroughness as other tasks.
• Confidently worked at a quick pace, while ensuring all work was treated with care.
• Developed a high level of customer satisfaction within the hospitality sector.
• Developed a higher appreciation for working within a close team during high-pressure moments.

Stall owner at Arts University of Plymouth

Christmas Fair

• Used a positive attitude to share new ideas with others, such as changing the placement of goods.
• Developed merchandising skills. Produced creative displays to promote products.
• Looked after my own stall, while assisting in the managing of two others
• Successfully provided a range of products for consumers
• Provided a range of high-quality, self-made products, with skills that have been adapted throughout my education.

BA in Illustration – Arts University of Plymouth (2020-10 – 2023-06)

GCSE in English – Tiverton high school (2012-09 – 2017-07)

GCSE in Mathematics – Tiverton high school (2012-09 – 2017-07)

BTEC in Art and Design – Petroc College