Ivon Cheruvathoor

Identified and mitigated compliance risks, investigated non-compliance, and applied the V.A.D.E. principle to encourage compliance on a daily basis. Supported risk management and de-escalation when required, and educated the public on local authority procedures with concise in-person/phone/email communication. Produced legal documents using systems in place at Christchurch City Council and worked closely across teams to keep colleagues informed.

Provided compassionate dementia care using a “best friend’s approach” to build trust, joy, and emotional safety. Supported daily routines while forming meaningful connections that improved residents’ quality of life. Coordinated users’ needs with families, contributing a lively, people-first approach to day-to-day support.

Composed and produced background scores for independent films and theatre productions. Recorded, edited, and mixed music and audio, including dialogue editing, Foley creation, and sound-to-picture synchronisation. Conducted on-location audio recording (including boom mic operation and field recording). Mentored school groups and emerging creators in studio equipment and audio project workflows, including supporting setup of home studios and running creative technology workshops.