With a strong work ethic and very motivated to work, I am currently seeking permanent, part-time or casual employment opportunities where I can be part of a team environment and utilise my well developed skill-set. I have gained valuable experience in barista, kitchen and all-round customer service and wait experience from a busy local cafe. I am honest, reliable, well presented and motivated to work. I look forward to discussing my suitability further. I am a fully qualified Graphic Designer with extensive experience in Marketing, Reception, Customer Service and Administration, and I enjoy creating art and design concepts that communicate clearly. I am a world traveler, culturally inspired, and continually evolving as an artist and designer.

Teresa Franks

With a strong work ethic and very motivated to work, I am currently seeking permanent, part-time or casual employment opportunities where I can be part of a team environment and utilise my well developed skill-set. I have gained valuable experience in barista, kitchen and all-round customer service and wait experience from a busy local cafe. I am honest, reliable, well presented and motivated to work. I look forward to discussing my suitability further. I am a fully qualified Graphic Designer with extensive experience in Marketing, Reception, Customer Service and Administration, and I enjoy creating art and design concepts that communicate clearly. I am a world traveler, culturally inspired, and continually evolving as an artist and designer.

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With a strong work ethic and very motivated to work, I am currently seeking permanent, part-time or casual employment opportunities where I can be part of a team environment and utilise my well developed skill-set. I have gained valuable experience in barista, kitchen and all-round customer service and wait experience from a busy local cafe. I am honest, reliable, well presented and motivated to work. I look forward to discussing my suitability further. I am a fully qualified Graphic Designer with extensive experience in Marketing, Reception, Customer Service and Administration, and I enjoy creating art and design concepts that communicate clearly. I am a world traveler, culturally inspired, and continually evolving as an artist and designer.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Artist & Graphic Designer at 2 Sisters Art Studio
January 1, 2019 - January 1, 2019
Self-employed artist and designer creating commissioned art, graphic design and merchandise for local and national retailers. Responsibilities included researching and developing design concepts, preparing sketches, diagrams and layouts, negotiating with clients and stakeholders, and overseeing production. Also conducted lessons and workshops in airbrushing, illustration and acrylics for teens, adults and special needs students.
Receptionist & Graphic Designer at Leisure Pools
January 1, 2015 - January 1, 2015
Greeted visitors, directed to appropriate staff, answered inquiries, and arranged appointments. Maintained reception area, answered and transferred calls, and assisted with marketing/graphics tasks including design of advertisements and newsletters. Managed reservations and basic administrative duties.
Children's Book Illustrator at Theresa Wakefield (Author)
May 1, 2023 - November 23, 2025
Image design, illustration layout and preparation for print of three published children's books; digital art creation in Illustrator, Photoshop, Procreate & In-Design; collaborating on future titles.
Artist & Graphic Designer at Self Employed
January 1, 2015 - November 23, 2025
Collaborate with clients to determine design objectives and constraints. Conduct research and analysis to inform functional communication requirements. Formulate and communicate design concepts through sketches, diagrams and layouts. Negotiate design solutions with clients and stakeholders, and oversee production in chosen media. Select and recommend materials and media for publication, delivery or display; document and archive designs for future client use. Supervise or carry out production in selected media and adapt work to public-facing channels as needed.
Barista, Kitchen & Cafe All-Rounder at Farmers Daughter Cafe - Southport
January 1, 2020 - November 23, 2025
Provide warm and friendly cafe experience; create customer connections for long-term business. Prepare high-volume beverages to a high standard; manage food preparation and kitchen operations. Monitor hygiene including temperatures of food and equipment; maintain safety standards for customers and staff. Oversee cafe opening/closing, stock management, equipment maintenance and general cafe duties.
Artist & Graphic Designer at 2 Sisters Art Studio
December 31, 2019 - December 31, 2019
Create commissioned art pieces; design, imagine and oversee manufacture of merchandise for local and national retailers. Teach art techniques (airbrushing, illustration, acrylics) to teens, adults and special needs groups. Prepare lessons and tutorials; develop educational materials and workshops.
Graphic Designer & Social Media Content Creator at Bonnie Christine - Immersion
December 1, 2022 - December 1, 2022
Participated in the Immersion Surface Pattern Design program; produced graphic designs and social media content for marketing and licensing purposes.
Children’s Book Illustrator at Theresa Wakefield (Author)
May 1, 2023 - November 23, 2025
Image design, illustration layout and print preparation for three published children’s books; ongoing work on additional titles. Proficient in digital art tools (Illustrator, Photoshop, Procreate, InDesign).

Education

Certificate III Retail at The Gold Coast Coffee School
January 11, 2030 - November 23, 2025
Immersion - Surface Pattern Design at Bonnie Christine Immersion
May 1, 2022 - November 23, 2025
Immersion - Surface Pattern Design at Bonnie Christine Immersion
May 1, 2022 - December 31, 2022
Qualified Barista at The Gold Coast Coffee School
January 11, 2030 - November 23, 2025
Immersion - Surface Pattern Design at Bonnie Christine Immersion
May 1, 2022 - November 23, 2025
Student - Graphic Design at CATC College, Southport, Gold Coast
January 1, 2013 - January 1, 2014
Qualified Barista at The Gold Coast Coffee School
January 11, 2030 - November 23, 2025
Immersion - Surface Pattern Design at Bonnie Christine Immersion Program
May 1, 2022 - December 1, 2022

Qualifications

Immersion - Surface Pattern Design
May 1, 2022 - December 31, 2022
Higher School Certificate
January 11, 2030 - November 23, 2025
Certificate III Retail
January 11, 2030 - November 23, 2025
Diploma of Commercial Art (Graphic Design & Advertising)
January 11, 2030 - November 23, 2025
Qualified Barista (The Gold Coast Coffee School)
January 11, 2030 - November 23, 2025
Higher School Certificate
January 11, 2030 - November 23, 2025
Certificate III Retail
January 11, 2030 - November 23, 2025
Diploma of Commercial Art (Graphic Design & Advertising)
January 11, 2030 - November 23, 2025
Qualified Barista (The Gold Coast Coffee School)
January 11, 2030 - November 23, 2025
Immersion - Surface Pattern Design
May 1, 2022 - December 1, 2022

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Retail, Travel & Hospitality, Professional Services, Education, Other