I'm a highly motivated and versatile freelance journalist with strong writing, communication and research skills. As Editor-in-Chief of my university magazine and through various projects and work experiences, I have demonstrated leadership, initiative, creativity and attention to detail. I'm quick to learn and flexible in new situations, bringing professionalism, drive and a strong work ethic to every role. I have extensive experience in customer service, administration, sales, bar, restaurant and retail roles, which has helped me develop excellent interpersonal abilities and perform well under pressure in fast-paced environments.

Sadie Murray

I'm a highly motivated and versatile freelance journalist with strong writing, communication and research skills. As Editor-in-Chief of my university magazine and through various projects and work experiences, I have demonstrated leadership, initiative, creativity and attention to detail. I'm quick to learn and flexible in new situations, bringing professionalism, drive and a strong work ethic to every role. I have extensive experience in customer service, administration, sales, bar, restaurant and retail roles, which has helped me develop excellent interpersonal abilities and perform well under pressure in fast-paced environments.

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I’m a highly motivated and versatile freelance journalist with strong writing, communication and research skills. As Editor-in-Chief of my university magazine and through various projects and work experiences, I have demonstrated leadership, initiative, creativity and attention to detail.

I’m quick to learn and flexible in new situations, bringing professionalism, drive and a strong work ethic to every role. I have extensive experience in customer service, administration, sales, bar, restaurant and retail roles, which has helped me develop excellent interpersonal abilities and perform well under pressure in fast-paced environments.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Sales Representative at Heyday Recruitment
February 1, 2023 - Present
Customer service, stock management, event operations and bar/till duties in a Dublin setting.
Sales Representative at Zen Fundraising
January 1, 2020 - March 31, 2020
Fundraising campaigns, public communication, campaign development and client acquisition/retention.
Intern at Póg Jewellery
June 1, 2023 - August 31, 2023
Print journalism, digital media and visual media editing; Canva, WordPress, Adobe Premiere Pro, Microsoft Office.
Office Assistant at O’Brien Architecture
October 1, 2016 - May 31, 2018
Filing, site viewings, data entry, client meetings.
Sales Assistant at Lindis
October 1, 2019 - April 30, 2022
Retail sales, customer service, till operations, merchandising; confidential filing and data entry.
Waitress / Barmaid at Horse Show House
July 1, 2018 - October 31, 2022
Drinks service, waiting tables, till operations.
Sales/Fundraising Assistant at Zen Fundraising
January 1, 2023 - March 1, 2023
Supported fundraising campaigns and outreach; digital media and communications activities; client engagement and coordination.
Barista at Horse Show House, Ballsbridge
July 1, 2018 - October 1, 2022
Food preparation and customer service; till operations; bar/Waitress duties in a hospitality setting.
Retail Assistant at Londis, Abbeydorney, Co. Kerry
October 1, 2019 - April 1, 2022
Customer service, stock management, till operations.
Office Assistant at C&W O'Brien Architecture, Dublin
October 1, 2016 - May 1, 2018
General admin, data entry, site viewings and client meetings.
Customer Service Representative at Heyday Recruitment
February 1, 2023 - Present
Handled customer service duties, oversaw event operations and stock management, and supported bar/till operations in fast-paced environments.
Digital Marketing Internship at Póg Jewellery
June 1, 2023 - August 1, 2023
Supported social media marketing, brand awareness, client meetings, and organised photo-shots; gained product knowledge and hands-on experience with Canva and Wordpress.
Sales Representative at Barnardos, Christchurch
May 1, 2023 - August 1, 2023
Fundraising, client meetings, public engagement, event operations, and sales activities; contributed to client acquisition and retention and product knowledge.
Sales Representative at Zen Fundraising
January 1, 2023 - March 31, 2023
Fundraising outreach, data collection, client interaction and sales support.
Office Assistant at C+W O'Brien Architecture
October 1, 2016 - May 1, 2018
Confidential filing, site views, data entry, client meetings; provided general administrative support.
Waitress/Barmaid at Horse Show House, Ballsbridge
July 1, 2018 - October 1, 2022
Food preparation, customer service, till operations, drinks service and general hospitality tasks.
Sales Assistant at Londis, Abbeydorney
October 1, 2019 - April 1, 2022
Merchandising, till operation, customer service and associated retail duties.

Education

BA (Hons) in Journalism at TU Dublin, Grangegorman
September 1, 2020 - May 31, 2025
Leaving Certificate at Maynooth Post Primary, Maynooth, Co. Kildare
September 1, 2013 - June 30, 2019
BA (Hons) Journalism at TU Dublin
September 1, 2020 - May 1, 2025
Leaving Certificate at Maynooth Post Primary
September 1, 2013 - June 1, 2019
BA (Honours) in Journalism at Technological University Dublin (TU Dublin), Grangegorman, Dublin
September 1, 2020 - May 1, 2025
Leaving Certificate at Maynooth Post Primary, Maynooth, Co. Kildare
September 1, 2013 - June 1, 2019

Qualifications

Leaving Certificate
September 1, 2013 - June 1, 2019

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Education, Professional Services, Retail, Travel & Hospitality, Non-Profit Organization