Curriculum Vitae

CONTACT

www.oliviacannon.com

SKILLS

I have excellent communication skills.
I am very reliable and have a strong work ethic. I put 100% into whatever role I am undertaking.
I am polite.
I have a good sense of humour and a friendly personality.
I can work well as part of a team or independently.
I take pride in the presentation of the workplace and my appearance.

I have training and experience in all three aspects of musical theatre: singing, dance, and acting.

My experience of performance has spanned many years and includes:-

Performing as part of a dance troupe at Royal Albert Hall London.
Performing at Bobby Dazzlers at Her Majesties theatre, West End, London.
I have performed in many dance shows at my dance school, De Burneys Retford.
Performed and was placed in many music and drama festivals.
Performed in high scorers concerts for ABRSM exams.
Performed in Ensemble in Gangster Granny in College

Audrey in Little Shop of Horrors in college.
Jane Seymour in Six in College.
As part of my degree, I have devised and performed my Repertoire, using themes such as lesser-known musicals and ADHD awareness.
Ensemble in Carrie the Musical and Medusa whilst studying B.A(Hons)Musical Theatre.
Performed as Catherine Eddowes in The Women of Whitechapel (a new musical written by students of Miseryloves company) at York Theatre Royal Takeover Festival. Currently being considered for Graduate Prize.
Developing and leading Workshop based on The Lion King for children aged 5-10 yrs at York Theatre Royal Takeover Festival.

WORK HISTORY

Bar Service 03/2024 - Current

Tickhill Cricket Club - Tickhill, South Yorkshire

• Closely monitored stock levels to implement necessary replenishments for smooth-running bar service.

• Helped train team to deliver high levels of bar service to increase customer satisfaction.

• Prepared and served various beverages efficiently, maintaining prompt bar service during peak business hours.

• Ensuring excellent quality of customer care.

Assistant Dog Groomer 04/2019 - Current

Bowtique Dog Groomers - Tickhill, South Yorkshire

• Prepare studio and equipment.

• Meet and greet clients and their dogs.

• Wash, dry, and prepare dogs to be ready for grooming.

• Assist the groomer with challenging dogs and reassure nervous dogs.

Front of House Team Member 05/2023 - 09/2023

The Blacksmiths - Clayworth, Nottinghamshire

• Served customers food and drinks both inside the restaurant and outside in the garden.

• Prepared tables for customer arrival and seating customers upon their arrival.

• Preparing cutlery and linen for customers' arrival.

• Communicated with customers regarding their enjoyment of the restaurant experience.

Volunteer, Covid clinic 12/2020 - 02/2022

Larwood Surgery - Worksop, Nottinghamshire

• Assist patients with entering the clinic and queuing for vaccination.

• Assist clinical staff in the smooth running of the clinic and assisting in any medical emergencies.

• Liaise with patients and staff.

Admin support for Covid clinic 01/2020 - 02/2022

Larwood surgery - Worksop, Nottinghamshire

• Meet and greet patients attending the clinic.

• Used IT skills with Pinnacle Patient administration data entry.

• Assisted vaccination nurse with admin support, checking patient details and vaccination details.

• Assisting in the smooth organisation of clinics.

EDUCATION

Bachelor of Arts(Hons) : Musical Theatre, 09/2021 - Current

York St John University - York, North Yorkshire

Diploma of Higher Education (Extended): Performing Arts., 06/2021

(Distinction)

Doncaster College - Doncaster, South Yorkshire

GCSEs: English Language , 09/2019 - 06/2020

Doncaster College - Doncaster, South Yorkshire - Level 5

GCSEs: Science double award, 09/2017 - 06/2019

Orchard School - Retford - Level 4

GCSEs: Art, 09/2017 - 06/2019

Orchard school - Retford , Nottinghamshire - Level 4

GCSEs: Science double award, 09/2017 - 06/2019

Orchard school - Retford, Nottinghamshire - Level 4

GCSEs: Statistics , 09/2017 - 06/2018

Orchard School - Retford , Nottinghamshire - Level 4

GCSEs: Maths, 09/2017 - 06/2019

Orchard School - Retford - Level 4

HOBBIES AND INTERESTS

• My hobbies and interests mainly centre around performing arts. I enjoy singing and dancing lessons and have been successful in many exams in these subjects.

• I enjoy watching films and listening to music.

• I also enjoy going to the theatre to watch musicals.

• I am currently learning to cook and bake.

• I also enjoy spending time with friends, family and my two dogs.

SUMMARY

I am an accomplished student in the third and final year of a Musical Theatre degree. I have a reputation for hard work, reliability and a willingness to learn new things. I relish the opportunity to take on a challenging new role. I feel that the skills that I have already developed are transferable to many roles within any organisation. I am motivated to develop further skills and feel I could be a valuable team member.

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