Yeonsu Son

Friendly and detail-oriented design student at Goldsmiths, University of London, with hands-on experience in retail and visual merchandising. I take pride in creating welcoming environments where customers feel cared for and enjoy discovering products that suit them. I bring a friendly, approachable energy to the team, combined with a strong attention to detail that helps maintain high merchandising standards on the shop floor.

Retail Sales Assistant / Store Management Support - Mobile Gadgets & Accessories - Bromley, London, UK

(2026-04 - 2026-06)

• Managed daily shopfloor operations, maintained visual merchandising standards, and oversaw inventory replenishment.
• Provided friendly, professional assistance and tailored product recommendations to a diverse customer base.
• Operated the POS system accurately, securely processing cash and card till transactions.

Visual Merchandising Assistant - Renorm - Seoul, South Korea

(2024-09 - 2025-03)

• Designed tester stands and product displays for beauty brands.
• Supported retail teams in creating engaging in-store experiences.
• Learned practical techniques in materials and product presentation to enhance customer engagement.

Server & Kitchen Assistant - Le Mezi Restaurant - Wonju, South Korea

(2022-07 - 2022-08)

• Assisted in both front-of-house and back-of-house operations at a brunch and pasta restaurant.
• Served customers, prepared simple dishes, and supported the kitchen during peak hours.
• Developed teamwork and multitasking skills through close coordination with staff.

Server - Saboten Japanese Restaurant - Changwon, South Korea

(2020-12 - 2021-02)

• Provided friendly and attentive service in a fast-paced dining environment.
• Took customer orders, served meals, and handled payments accurately.
• Worked collaboratively with kitchen staff to maintain smooth operation during busy hours.

MA - Design: Expanded Practice, School of Design - Goldsmiths, University of London (2025-09)

Bachelor of Science - Industrial Design - Yonsei University (2022-03 - 2024-02)