Rebecca N

Reliable and adaptable professional with an extensive background in creative, operational and customer-focused environments. I bring over a decade of experience managing projects, working to deadlines and taking responsibility for high-quality work. I'm now looking for a part-time role alongside my studies at Nottingham Trent University.

Baker - Papo's Bagels - East London

(2025-01 - 2026-01)

Papo's Bagels is a fast-paced independent bakery specialising in New York-style bagels in East London. I started with no professional baking experience, but quickly advanced into a trusted core role with key responsibilities across the business.

• Managed end-to-end bagel production, producing approximately 1,200 bagels per day while maintaining consistent quality and meeting daily requirements.
• Took responsibility for opening and closing the shop and ensuring morning production was completed ahead of service.
• Managed and trained new staff, supporting colleagues to learn processes and work effectively as part of the team.
• Independently led operations and the team when senior staff were away.
• Coordinated varying wholesale orders and communicated requirements across departments to ensure smooth and efficient production.
• Maintained stock levels and monitored supplies to support day-to-day outputs.
• Facilitated bagel-making sessions for school groups, instructing students on every stage of the production process.

Senior Designer - Fifty Technology

(2021-01 - 2024-01)

Fifty is a data-driven marketing and analytics company specialising in AI and behavioural science. As the company's sole designer, I worked independently while collaborating closely with teams across the business.

• Led the creation of engaging and accessible materials across multiple digital platforms, including social media assets, brand guidelines, proposals and reports.
• Collaborated closely with cross-functional teams, guaranteeing smooth workflows and efficient delivery.
• Developed and maintained organised systems for managing assets and documentation.
• Provided administrative and organisational support across departments in the business.
• Trained colleagues on different software and processes, cultivating a supportive work environment.

Mid-weight Designer - Zest Media Group

(2016-01 - 2021-01)

Zest Media Group was a full-service marketing agency with multiple brands, including Absolutely Magazines.

• Produced editorial, marketing and sales materials across multiple brands, managing a high volume of work to tight deadlines.
• Handled client requests directly while also liaising with printers and external suppliers to ensure projects were delivered accurately and on time.
• Managed multiple projects simultaneously while balancing constantly changing priorities and client requirements.
• Led a small team, making sure we were hitting team goals while supporting their individual growth.

Designer (Intern to Junior Designer) - Zest Media Group / Absolutely Magazines

(2013-01 - 2016-01)

• Progressed from intern to junior designer, developing experience in editorial design, production, client communication and working within a fast-paced creative team.

Special Educational Needs, Disability & Inclusion - Nottingham Trent University (2026-01 - 2029-01)

OCAD University (Ontario College of Art & Design) (2010-01 - 2012-01)

Langstaff Secondary School (2005-01 - 2009-01)