Donovan Blyden
New York
Summary
Accomplished Flight Attendant offering over 6 years in domestic and international commercial airline industry. Highly skilled in responding to emergency situations and remaining cool under pressure. Dedicated to exceptional customer service. Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure entry-level in-flight position. Ready to help team achieve company goals.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Color Assistant
Mark Ryan Salon
08.2023 - 03.2024
- Selected and formulated chemical color treatments to achieve clients' desired hair color, measuring and mixing components with accuracy.
- Interacted with other functional departments to discuss color issues.
- Handled inventorying of hair products.
- Shampooed, conditioned, and rinsed guests' hair using salon-exclusive products while educating clients on product benefits to increase product sales.
- Used social media platforms to promote salon and services.
Color Assistant
Rita Hazan
01.2023 - 08.2023
- Documented client information, color treatment formulas and general notes on services into logbooks.
- Developed loyal following of clients by providing high-quality services.
- Consulted with approximately 15 customers daily to discuss color options.
International Flight Attendant
OSM Aviation - Norwegian Airlines
04.2016 - 01.2021
- Completed over 20,000 hrs of international flights within Boeing holding up to 362 passengers
- Ensure satisfactory flight experience through serving food and beverages, answering passenger questions, & attending to passengers or requiring special assistance.
- Demonstrated proper use of safety equipment and seatbelts to inform and educate passengers prior to takeoff.
- Facilitated communication between flight deck and cabin crew prior to and during flights to promote smooth operations.
- Responded to passenger emergencies to provide first aid.
VISUAL MERCHANDISER / SALES
Zara Flagship
01.2015 - 01.2016
- Design visual elements that contributed to sales growth
- Developed floor plans and displays to maximize sales
- Collaborated with merchandising, sales management, operations, and signing and pricing teams to ensure accuracy of promotional presentations, key item placement, trend statements, and sale event setups and verify customer readiness standards placement.
Education
Full Time Cosmetology Program -
Arrojo Cosmetology School
New York, NY08.2021
Skills
- Collaboration and Teamwork
- Cleanliness and sanitation
- Passenger Safety
- Security awareness
- Emergency Situations Management
- Food and Beverage Service
- FAA Regulations
- Cross-cultural communication
- Safety Procedures
References
- Brad Johns, Celebrity Haircolorist & Mentor, +1(917)592-3459, BradJohns333@gmail.com, http://bradjohns.com/
- Steven Rice, Celebrity Hairstylist & MUA | Mentor, +1(917)584-9553, Srice157@me.com, https://www.steven-rice.com/
Timeline
Color Assistant
Mark Ryan Salon
08.2023 - 03.2024
Color Assistant
Rita Hazan
01.2023 - 08.2023
International Flight Attendant
OSM Aviation - Norwegian Airlines
04.2016 - 01.2021
VISUAL MERCHANDISER / SALES
Zara Flagship
01.2015 - 01.2016
Full Time Cosmetology Program -
Arrojo Cosmetology School
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