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Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
Certification
Affiliations
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Hannah Foley

Dublin ,Ireland

Summary

I am a 22 year old visual merchandising and display graduate student. I was the winner of WorldSkills Ireland 2023 and then went on to represent Ireland in WorldSkills Lyon 2024. For the last year I have been working as a Area Visual Merchandiser for Avoca covering all 12 stores. I work closely alongside the management, operations and marketing teams. I have worked with Avoca for the past 2.5 years, progressing from retail assistant to my current position. I am proficient in CAD and Sketchup software, trend forecasting, aiming to leverage these skills to drive retail success and customer satisfaction. I am friendly, ambitious and creative. I can adapt easily to diverse working environments and I have developed strong interpersonal skills from working with a wide range of people from across all areas of the business.



Overview

6
6
years of professional experience
9
9
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification

Work History

Junior Area Visual Merchandiser

Avoca
Dublin Area , Ireland
10.2022 - Current
  • Implemented seasonal changes promptly, keeping the retail environment fresh and interesting for shoppers.
  • Coordinated window installations.
  • Implementing store layouts and effective visual merchandising techniques.
  • Developed creative concepts with innovative merchandising strategies.
  • Trained and mentored staff on best practices in visual merchandising.
  • Collaborated closely with the buying team to maximise sales.
  • I worked alongside the marketing team setting up and hosting events and seasonal campaigns, and taking part in photoshoots.

Retail assistant

Avoca
Dunboyne, Ireland
01.2021 - 10.2022
  • Handled cash register operations efficiently.
  • Delivered excellent customer service.
  • Resolved customer complaints.
  • Maintained clean shop floor.
  • Ensured visual merchandising standards with regular display updates.


Barista

Gulp Coffee
Navan, Meath
05.2022 - 11.2022
  • Managed high volume orders.
  • Demonstrated proficiency in operating espresso machines.
  • Worked well in a team during rush periods.
  • Delivered exceptional service to customers.
  • Communicated effectively with other staff members.

Jewellery Consultant

Premier Jewellers
Navan, Meath
09.2019 - 12.2019
  • Enhanced client understanding of market trends.
  • Understanding clientele preferences.
  • Developed strong client relationships.


Education

Certificate of Higher Education -

St.Michaels Loreto
Navan, Meath
09.2015 - 06.2021

Bachelor of Arts - Visual Merchandising and Display

Technological University Dublin
Dublin
09.2021 - 10.2024

Skills

  • Communication
  • Problem solving
  • Product knowledge
  • Cash handling
  • Prop styling
  • Styling and coordination
  • Windows displays creation & design
  • Product placement expertise
  • Brand identity enhancement
  • Visual merchandising
  • Trend forecasting
  • CAD software proficiency
  • Customer service
  • Attention to detail

Accomplishments

  • Winner of Worldskills Ireland in Visual Merchandising & Display
  • Finalist of Worldskills Lyon representing Ireland in Visual Merchandising & Display
  • Designed and installed a window scheme launching a new range for Avoca showcased in the Suffolk Street store

Certification

  • Full Driver License
  • Manual Handling Certificate
  • First Aid Trained

Affiliations

  • Running and health/ wellness
  • Interior Design
  • Voluntary /charity work: Childhood Cancer Ireland
  • Fashion
  • Current trend research
  • Mood boarding

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Junior Area Visual Merchandiser

Avoca
10.2022 - Current

Barista

Gulp Coffee
05.2022 - 11.2022

Bachelor of Arts - Visual Merchandising and Display

Technological University Dublin
09.2021 - 10.2024

Retail assistant

Avoca
01.2021 - 10.2022

Jewellery Consultant

Premier Jewellers
09.2019 - 12.2019

Certificate of Higher Education -

St.Michaels Loreto
09.2015 - 06.2021

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