I am currently pursuing a Master’s degree in Music Composition and Culture at University College Dublin, having recently graduated from Trinity College Dublin with a Second Class Honours Bachelor’s degree in Film Studies. During my time at Trinity, I gained experience in composing and co-directing scores for short films, including If I Was a Pirate (dir. Grace Woulfe) and I Don’t Know (dir. Douglas Morrison). These projects deepened my interest in composing for visual media, an area I plan to further explore in my Masters final project. Beyond academia, I am the lead singer and primary songwriter for the band SPRITZ, with whom I have been performing original material for the past two years. We have played in some of Ireland’s most renowned venues, including The Grand Social and Whelan’s in Dublin, as well as Róisín Dubh in Galway. In October last year, we recorded our debut single "Anyway", which was released in February. This gave me hands-on experience in studio production, music distribution, and promotion on platforms such as Spotify.

Rachel Quinn

I am currently pursuing a Master’s degree in Music Composition and Culture at University College Dublin, having recently graduated from Trinity College Dublin with a Second Class Honours Bachelor’s degree in Film Studies. During my time at Trinity, I gained experience in composing and co-directing scores for short films, including If I Was a Pirate (dir. Grace Woulfe) and I Don’t Know (dir. Douglas Morrison). These projects deepened my interest in composing for visual media, an area I plan to further explore in my Masters final project. Beyond academia, I am the lead singer and primary songwriter for the band SPRITZ, with whom I have been performing original material for the past two years. We have played in some of Ireland’s most renowned venues, including The Grand Social and Whelan’s in Dublin, as well as Róisín Dubh in Galway. In October last year, we recorded our debut single "Anyway", which was released in February. This gave me hands-on experience in studio production, music distribution, and promotion on platforms such as Spotify.

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I am currently pursuing a Master’s degree in Music Composition and Culture at University College Dublin, having recently graduated from Trinity College Dublin with a Second Class Honours Bachelor’s degree in Film Studies. During my time at Trinity, I gained experience in composing and co-directing scores for short films, including If I Was a Pirate (dir. Grace Woulfe) and I Don’t Know (dir. Douglas Morrison). These projects deepened my interest in composing for visual media, an area I plan to further explore in my Masters final project.

Beyond academia, I am the lead singer and primary songwriter for the band SPRITZ, with whom I have been performing original material for the past two years. We have played in some of Ireland’s most renowned venues, including The Grand Social and Whelan’s in Dublin, as well as Róisín Dubh in Galway. In October last year, we recorded our debut single “Anyway”, which was released in February. This gave me hands-on experience in studio production, music distribution, and promotion on platforms such as Spotify.

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Language

English
Fluent
German
Intermediate
Irish
Beginner

Work Experience

Barista at Barnhill Stores Dalkey
July 1, 2025 - Present
Warmly welcomed customers, took orders, stocked the fridge and pastry displays, opened and closed shifts, engaged with regulars, and maintained the coffee station and store cleanliness.
Barista at Mugs Café Dalkey
July 1, 2025 - September 15, 2025
Greeted and served customers, prepared a range of coffees and hot beverages, operated the till, made toasted sandwiches during busy periods, restocked beans and retail items, and cleaned and closed the station nightly.
Sales Assistant at Irish Design Gallery (Dun Laoghaire)
January 1, 2024 - September 15, 2025
Processed cash and card payments, addressed customer requests, performed closing duties, created imaginative displays, and received new merchandise boxes.
Barista at Killiney Hill Tea Rooms
July 1, 2024 - September 15, 2025
Greeted and served customers, took orders, operated the till, prepared a variety of coffees and hot beverages, and cleaned the workspace and kitchen.
Waiter at The Old Storehouse
June 1, 2023 - September 15, 2025
Greeted customers, operated the POS system, took orders, served food and drinks, restocked supplies, and prepared the restaurant ahead of opening.
Barista/Waiter at Shoe Lane Coffee
October 1, 2022 - September 15, 2025
Operated espresso machine and steamed milk, maintained a clean workspace, handled till, performed regular food prep, and kept the café tidy and welcoming.
Barista/Bartender/Waiter at Killiney Golf Club
January 1, 2022 - September 15, 2025
Sanitized dining areas, took customer orders, processed payments, operated coffee machines and bar equipment, greeted guests with friendly service.
Barista at JJ Darboven Barista Course
May 1, 2019 - September 15, 2025
Barista training including espresso techniques, milk frothing, and beverage preparation.
Barista at Barnhill Stores Dalkey
July 1, 2025 - Present
Barista duties including warmly welcoming customers, taking orders, restocking and maintaining cleanliness, and handling closing tasks.
Barista at Mugs Café Dalkey
July 1, 2025 - September 15, 2025
Greeted and served customers, prepared a variety of coffees and hot beverages, operated the till, did food prep and maintained a clean, stocked station.
Sales Assistant at Irish Design Gallery (Dun Laoghaire)
January 1, 2024 - September 15, 2025
Processed payments, addressed customer requests, performed closing duties, and created imaginative displays.
Barista at Killiney Hill Tea Rooms
July 1, 2024 - September 15, 2025
Greeted and served customers, took orders, prepared coffees and other beverages, cleaned and reset spaces after shifts.
Waiter at The Old Storehouse
June 1, 2023 - September 15, 2025
Greeted customers, took orders, served food and drinks, maintained workspace and cleaned tables.
Barista/Waiter at Shoe Lane Coffee
October 1, 2022 - September 15, 2025
Operated espresso machine, prepared coffees, trained in till operations, handled daily prep and cleaning.
Barista/Bartender/Waiter at Killiney Golf Club
January 1, 2022 - September 15, 2025
Provided service at club restaurant, took orders, processed payments, prepared beverages.
Barista Course (Training) at JJ Darboven
May 1, 2019 - September 15, 2025
Barista training course covering espresso, milk frothing, and basic coffee preparation.
Barista at Barnhill Stores Dalkey
July 1, 2025 - Present
Greeted customers and took orders; stocked fridge and storage with milk, coffee beans and cups; opened and closed shifts; ensured pastries and beans were topped up; engaged with regular customers; cleaned coffee machine, pastry display, and storage areas; packaged remaining pastry stock for sale at end of shift.
Barista at Mugs Café Dalkey
July 1, 2025 - September 16, 2025
Set up coffee station in the morning; greeted customers and took orders; prepared a variety of coffees and other hot beverages; operated till (Square); made toasted sandwiches; kept station clean and organised; restocked beans, milk and retail items; cleaned kitchen and equipment in the evening.
Sales Assistant at Irish Design Gallery (Dun Laoghaire)
January 1, 2024 - September 16, 2025
Processed cash and card payments; addressed customer requests; performed closing duties; received merchandise boxes and created displays.
Barista at Killiney Hill Tea Rooms
July 1, 2024 - September 16, 2025
Greeted customers, took orders, prepared a variety of coffees and hot beverages; operated till; cleaned and reset workspace; deep cleaned kitchen and equipment; restocked and maintained tidy dining areas.
Waiter at The Old Storehouse
June 1, 2023 - September 16, 2025
Greeted customers warmly; took and served orders; operated bar/restaurant POS; cleaned and restocked as needed; prepared restaurant for opening.
Barista/Waiter at Shoe Lane Coffee
October 1, 2022 - September 16, 2025
Operated espresso machine and steam milk; took orders and processed payments; performed regular cleaning and food prep; restocked retail items and maintained tidy venue.
Barista/Bartender/Waiter at Killiney Golf Club
January 1, 2022 - September 16, 2025
Sanitized tables and dining areas between customers; took orders; processed payments; operated coffee machines and other beverage equipment; greeted customers warmly.

Education

MMus Master in Musicology at University College Dublin
January 1, 2025 - September 15, 2025
BA Film Studies at Trinity College Dublin
January 1, 2021 - May 1, 2025
Foundation Diploma in Professional Musicianship – Songwriting at BIMM Dublin
January 1, 2023 - January 1, 2024
Leaving Certificate at Rathdown Senior School
January 1, 2015 - January 1, 2021
MMus Masters in Musicology at University College Dublin
January 1, 2025 - September 15, 2025
BA Film Studies at Trinity College Dublin
January 1, 2021 - May 1, 2025
Foundation Diploma in Professional Musicianship – Songwriting at BIMM Dublin
January 1, 2023 - January 1, 2024
Leaving Certificate at Rathdown Senior School
January 1, 2015 - January 1, 2021
Masters in Musicology at University College Dublin
January 1, 2025 - September 16, 2025
BA Film Studies at Trinity College Dublin
January 1, 2021 - May 1, 2025
Foundation Diploma in Professional Musicianship – Songwriting at BIMM Dublin
January 1, 2023 - January 1, 2024
Leaving Certificate at Rathdown Senior School
January 1, 2015 - January 1, 2021

Qualifications

First Aid Course
January 11, 2030 - September 15, 2025
Girl Guides First Aid
January 11, 2030 - September 15, 2025
Barista Course (JJ Darboven)
May 1, 2019 - May 1, 2019
First Aid Course
January 11, 2030 - September 15, 2025
Barista Course (JJ Darboven)
May 1, 2019 - September 16, 2025
First Aid Certification
January 11, 2030 - September 16, 2025

Industry Experience

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