Freddie Duncan
Beaumaris,Sir Ynys Mon
Summary
Versatile and multilingual individual with extensive experience in library services and retail management, notably at Bangor University. Demonstrated expertise in database management and a proven track record of enhancing organizational efficiency. Excels in interpersonal communication, fostering significant improvements in customer satisfaction and team productivity.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Casual Library Worker
Bangor University
07.2022 - 09.2024
- Became familiar with CAIA and Alma softwares, streamlining library usage by cataloguing and storing books where not previously organised or made easily retrievable online
- Ensured accuracy of the collection by conducting regular inventory checks and updating records accordingly
- Managed loan requests, ensuring timely delivery of materials circulating out of library
Casual Worker
Cole & Co
06.2019 - 09.2023
- Worked as part of a small team, taking on various jobs in production, retail, and management as needed
- Experience in soapmaking, packaging, dealing with orders, shop floor retail experience, managing and updating soap and safety documents
- Increased organisation by renewing all safety documents, creating a new product information file and catalogue for over 50 products including information on all ingredients, recipes, allergen and safety assessments
Supervisor
Morrisons Supermarket
06.2022 - 09.2022
- Oversaw daily operations of workers on shop floor, ensuring smooth workflow and increasing productivity through timely completion of tasks
- Applied strong leadership talents and problem-solving skills to maintain worker efficiency
- Improved customer satisfaction with timely response to inquiries, addressing concerns, and finding effective solutions to problems
Education
Bachelor of Arts - History And English Literature
Oxford University
Oxford06-2026
Ysgol David Hughes
Porthaethwy06-2022
Skills
- Organised and technologically literate
- Good interpersonal skills
- Multilingual (fluent in English, German, Welsh, and confident in French)
- Cataloguing and shelving experience
- Written and oral communication skills
- Library Services skills
- Database Management skills
- Library technology experience
- Information retrieval skills
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
German
Native or Bilingual
Welsh
Native or Bilingual
French
Limited Working
Interests
- I am an avid reader and enjoy writing creatively in my spare time, increasing my written communication skills
- I enjoy helping others and giving back to the community, especially providing pastoral and mental health support to young people and getting involved in advocacy groups both at school and university
Timeline
Casual Library Worker
Bangor University
07.2022 - 09.2024
Supervisor
Morrisons Supermarket
06.2022 - 09.2022
Casual Worker
Cole & Co
06.2019 - 09.2023
Bachelor of Arts - History And English Literature
Oxford University
Ysgol David Hughes
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