Deborah Catherine Foster

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I am Deborah Catherine Foster, a confident, personable communications professional with extensive experience across media, marketing, customer engagement, and front-of-house roles.

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I am Deborah Catherine Foster, a confident, personable communications professional with extensive experience across media, marketing, customer engagement, and front-of-house roles. I excel at building relationships, representing organisations professionally, and communicating clearly with clients, partners, and the public.

My background spans radio presenting, voice-overs, PR, events, and client liaison across leisure, media, and service industries. I am known for a warm, approachable manner, strong telephone and face-to-face communication, and the ability to create connections that support business growth. I am reliable, self-motivated, and thrive in fast-paced, people-focused environments.

  • 36 years' experience
  • Joined January 2026

Industry experience

  • Media & Entertainment
  • Education
  • Professional Services
  • Retail
  • Travel & Hospitality

Work experience· 12 roles

Front of House Receptionist · David Lloyd LeisureMar 2023 – Present · 3 yrs 9 mos

Greet members and visitors, manage booking systems, and handle telephone enquiries. Provide administrative support to management and the charity representative. Deliver high-quality customer service in a busy, team-oriented environment.

Sales and Marketing Consultant (Self-Employed) · Self-EmployedApr 2016 – Feb 2023 · 6 yrs 11 mos

Supported local businesses with marketing, promotion, and business development. Built new client relationships through networking and community engagement. Developed social media campaigns to increase visibility and sales. Created partnerships and secured new advertising clients.

Sales and Marketing Consultant (Self-Employed)Apr 2016 – Feb 2023 · 6 yrs 11 mos

Supported businesses with marketing campaigns and business development. Increased sales through social media, networking, and local promotions. Created and implemented tailored marketing strategies to raise brand awareness. Developed business partnerships and secured new clients for a publication company.

Front of House Receptionist & Marketing Assistant · Cosentino Hair & BeautyNov 2012 – Apr 2016 · 3 yrs 6 mos
Marketing & Personal Assistant · Jason Isaacs Ltd, Newcastle upon TyneJan 2011 – Nov 2012 · 1 yr 11 mos
Holiday Lettings Manager · Private Holiday Complex, Lanzarote, SpainJun 2006 – Sep 2010 · 4 yrs 4 mos
Marketing Director / Co-Founder · Instore Radio Productions Ltd, Newcastle upon TyneSep 1999 – Jun 2006 · 6 yrs 10 mos
Freelance Voice-Over Artist · FreelanceSep 1998 – Present · 28 yrs 3 mos

Education· 6

HND in Music & Performing Arts (Distinction) · Newcastle College of Performing Arts1990 – 1992
RSA Typing & Pitman Shorthand (Distinction & Merit) · Newcastle College1982 – 1983
8 O-Levels (grades 5 A, 2 B, 1 C) · Sacred Heart School, Newcastle upon Tyne1977 – 1982
Higher National Diploma in Music & Performing Arts (Distinction) · Newcastle College of Performing Arts1990 – 1992

Certifications and awards· 5

RSA Typing & Pitman Shorthand (Distinction & Merit)1982 – 1983
8 O-Levels (grades 5 A, 2 B, 1 C)1977 – 1982
RSA Typing & Pitman Shorthand1982 – 1983
8 O-Levels1977 – 1982

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