Experience

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  Roland Europe Group

  • Glasgow, Scotland, United Kingdom

  • Product Specialist

    • Sep 2023 - Present
    • Glasgow, Scotland, United Kingdom

    As a product specialist based in the Glasgow guitarguitar store for Roland Europe Group, my main job is to assist the store and its employees in selling Roland and BOSS products. This involves conducting product demonstrations and sales, catering to customers' musical needs with technological solutions, providing technical support to existing Roland customers and training the store staff on Roland equipment.I oversee the maintenance and replenishment of Roland stock at the store, while also reporting stock requirements to a Roland Sales Manager.Working closely with store staff, I strive to exceed sales targets by contributing to social media and website content and assisting in organising store events. I also represent Roland at local music equipment events to promote the brand.

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  Self Employed

  • Glasgow, Scotland, United Kingdom

  • Musician

    • Jan 2018 - Sep 2023
    • Glasgow, Scotland, United Kingdom

    Writing, rehearsing, performing, and recording both covers and original music. Building strong relationships with other artists and fans. Continued training to expand my skill set by learning new techniques, instruments and software. Showing up on time for scheduled performances and recording sessions. Building a positive brand by giving interviews and making appearances on radio. Maintaining a strong social media presence by posting regular, relevant content, and interacting with fans online. Reaching out to and collaborating with other artists and professionals in the entertainment industry. Upholding a suitable, professional public image at all times. Traveling abroad when required.

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  tinderbox

  • Glasgow, Scotland, United Kingdom

  • Barista

    • Oct 2016 - Jan 2018
    • Glasgow, Scotland, United Kingdom

    Prepare and serve beverages, such as coffee and tea, and foods, such as sandwiches, muffins, or cookies. Package coffee blends, explain menu items to customers, clean, and ensure that customers are comfortable and satisfied.

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  University of Strathclyde

  • United Kingdom
  • Higher Education
  • 700 & Above Employee

  • Head of “Stroke Research at Strathclyde” research group

    • Sep 2015 - Oct 2016

    Responsibilities: Regularly circulate relevant information (e.g. upcoming seminars or conferences) via email. Manage and regularly update a mailing list. Arrange regular meetings. Invite external and internal speakers to present their research at group meetings.Skills developed: Confidently lead and facilitate discussion between members and speakers during meetings. Time management: ensure meetings adhere to pre-planned schedules. Effectively circulate information to relevant individuals via email.

  • PHD Student

    • Sep 2015 - Oct 2016

    1 year completed before voluntary withdrawal.Research aim: Develop a new upper limb rehabilitation intervention for chronic stroke survivors using augmented auditory/musical feedback and transcranial direct current stimulation.

  • Graduate Teaching Assistant

    • Sep 2014 - Oct 2016

    Independently prepared and delivered lectures. Assisted in and lead statistics tutorials and labsessions at Undergraduate and Masters level. Engage with and promote psychology as asubject to prospective students. Grade and provide written feedback for undergraduate coursework. Assist students with additional requirements during exams.

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  Frankie & Benny's

  • Stirling, Scotland, United Kingdom

  • Bartender

    • Oct 2013 - Sep 2015
    • Stirling, Scotland, United Kingdom

    Verify identification and age requirements of customers. Mix traditional and creative cocktails. Process payment from customers. Clean glasses and bar utensils. Make suggestions based on customer tastes and preferences. Record and balance cash receipts and prepare cash deposits. Open and maintain tabs throughout their shift. Build a rapport with regular customers to create a positive atmosphere

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  Radboud University

  • Nijmegen, Gelderland, Netherlands

  • Research Internship

    • Jun 2013 - Sep 2013
    • Nijmegen, Gelderland, Netherlands

    Research project: “The perceptual basis of bipedal motor control”Responsibilities: assisted a PhD researcher in data collection and analysis, worked as part of amultidisciplinary team to carry out my own analysis and compile my own research project.

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  USC

  • Glasgow, Scotland, United Kingdom

  • Sales Assistant

    • Dec 2012 - Jun 2013
    • Glasgow, Scotland, United Kingdom

    Relevant skills: Confidence, approachability, use of acquired knowledge to answer questions.

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  Strathclyde Students'​ Union

  • Glasgow, Scotland, United Kingdom

  • Student Election Ambassador

    • Mar 2013 - Apr 2013
    • Glasgow, Scotland, United Kingdom

    Promoted upcoming student election to students of the university.Relevant skills: One-to-one and group communication skills.

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  Bec Plastics

  • Cumbernauld, Scotland, United Kingdom

  • Computer Numerical Control Machine Operator

    • Oct 2009 - Nov 2012
    • Cumbernauld, Scotland, United Kingdom

    Preparing and operating CNC machines to perform tasks such as drilling, grinding, milling etc.Relevant skills: Attention to detail, adherence to safety protocol, numeracy and problem solving skills.