Billy Nightingale

I discovered Turbulente at the beginning of its launch and immediately liked the brand and concept. I created their first website. Responsibilities ➯ Creating wireframes and mood boards. ➯ Managing and organising meetings with the use of Notions for sharing notes. ➯ UI/UX web design, following the criteria to construct a minimalist website with an elegant style. ➯ Insuring a seamless user experience. ➯ Search Engine Optimisation with a clear layout, correct naming and accessible text and titles. ➯ Create a web site with 11 main pages for three products with two formats. Tools : ➯ AdobeXD ➯ Wix ➯ Adobe Lightrooms ➯ Trello

Mes objectifs pour cette évolution de carrière étaient les suivants : ➯ Améliorer ma maîtrise du français ➯ Développer ma compréhension du développement et du codage web Français: Pendant que j'apprenais le français, j'ai créé un plan d'étude en utilisant diverses ressources et j'ai employé un tuteur personnel pour m'aider dans ma compréhension orale. Je suis passé d'un niveau novice A2 à un niveau intermédiaire B1, à l'aise dans les situations basiques. Mon plan d'études consistait en : ➯ Cours de grammaire à l'aide de cahiers d'exercices. ➯ Lecture à l'aide de livres de lecture notés. ➯ Écoute en podcast (News In Slow French) ➯ Écrit en tenant un journal. ➯ Formation aux exercices avec des applications telles que Duolingo ➯ Flash renfort voiture avec l'application Anki. J'ai enregistré plus de 800 heures d'auto-apprentissage. Développement web: Au cours de mon séjour, j'ai exploré le monde du développement Web et cherché à savoir si cela me conviendrait comme option de carrière. J'ai utilisé des plateformes d'apprentissage en ligne pour acquérir une base solide sur les principaux sujets du développement Web. Certains de mes certificats se trouvent dans la section certificats. Les matières de base: ➯ HTML et CSS ➯ Fondamentaux de JavaScript J'ai créé de nombreux projets de base en utilisant des services en ligne tels que CodePen.

While employed at Minus and Magnus, I designed and help constructed Minus bar, and once open, I managed both venues with a colleague. Key Skills: ➯ Design and construction of Minus bar using Sketch-Up (CAD). ➯ Ordering and managing stock. ➯ Creating menus and planning events. ➯ Managing staff and providing training. ➯ Strong communication and negotiation skills. ➯ Leadership and strategic thinking. Responsibilities: ➯ Managing the construction of Minus bar. ➯ Managing daily operations of the bar. ➯ Liaising with suppliers to ensure a steady flow of high-quality products. ➯ Managing and training a team of staff. ➯ Co-managing both venues, overseeing all aspects of the business, including finances, marketing, and customer service. ➯ Contribute to the overall growth of the business.

At OOSC, I started out by supporting the company's sales efforts at various events. As my role grew, I played a crucial role in the establishment of the company's first retail store in the Folie Douce Meribel. My tasks and responsibilities were as follows: ➯ Managing all store stock and creating stock sheets and rotas for the staff members. ➯ Organising events through the resort and promoting the brand through social media accounts.

I worked on super yachts on permanent summer contracts while completing my snowboarding and skiing qualification during the winter months. The longest duration I had on one vessel was one year. I enrolled and completed various training to pursue this career, including an approved engine course. With my experience working on yachts, I have refined my capability to manage demanding clients and cultivate strong social skills that empower me to communicate and connect with a diverse range of people in an adept manner. I work well within difficult and challenging team environments. I received many excellent references and built strong relationships within the industry.

As an employee at Knorr-Bremse AG, a leading manufacturer of braking systems for rail and commercial vehicles with over 110 years of experience, I worked and collaborated with a team of three mechatronics engineers, to aid in the improvement of the current product range and to create new mechatronics products. Key Responsibilities: ➯ Testing the braking system units and analysing the data to write technical reports. ➯ Working with a team to develop a new valve for the braking units. ➯ Working autonomously to develop and retrofit a custom oil level switch to the range of air compressors. ➯ Sourcing and communicating with suppliers. The Competencies that I have gained from this role: ➯ Designing a custom oil level switch solution for integration into the line of air compressors. ➯ Analysing the new valve to evaluate potential issues in order to find solutions and insure longevity. ➯ Technical Report writing and data analysis. ➯ Testing and equipment management for the braking units. ➯ Product design for the new oil level switch. ➯ Project planning and road mapping for the custom oil level switch. ➯ Research and development of the custom oil level switch and new valve. ➯ Working with technical drawings to design the custom oil level switch. ➯ Using technical diagrams to dismantle breaking units. ➯ I developed my ability to communicate in a technical manner, both verbally and written, and honed my ability to present my findings and engage in discussions with members of various departments to find solutions. Working for Knorr-Bremse was a rewarding opportunity and I gained many skills and experiences, I also built great relationships and had a strong unity with my team.

As a Tour Representative and later a Sales Manager at Nortlander, I was responsible for organising, running and overseeing events for large-scale trips of 300+ students, as well as presenting to potential clients and liaising with customers. Skills: ➯ Event planning and coordination ➯ Customer liaison ➯ Public speaking ➯ Presenting information to large groups Responsibilities: ➯ Organising social and sporting events for large scale trips ➯ Running and overseeing events in resort ➯ Liaising with customers on regular bases in resort ➯ Presenting to potential clients ➯ Presenting information to large numbers With my experience in the travel industry and my developed skills, I was able to make a valuable contribution to Nortlander team.

As a Go-Kart Instructor at Camp Shane, I had the opportunity to work in America and enhance my mechanical skills. My role at the camp included planning classes, maintaining the go-karts and ordering new parts. I was responsible for two tracks, one tarmac and one off-road and 4 go-karts two 200cc Honda powered track karts and two off-road buggies a 250cc Subaru and a 300cc Quantum.

During my studies at Galway Technical Institution, I sourced a week internship at PCWorld, which lead to a full time position within the KnowHow department as a computer technician, during my time as a computer technician I had the following responsibilities: ➯ Repair and/or refurbish computers, this could be anything from replacing hardware to solving software problems. ➯ Solving problems for customers and handling complaints. Skills and Experiences gained: ➯ Knowledge of all the working components of a computer ➯ Ability to problem-solve issues with software and hardware ➯ Ability to deal with customer complaints and queries effectively. This experience allowed me to gain valuable technical and customer service skills that are essential for any computer technician, during the first few weeks of my employment, I had a direct impact in resolving a 3 > month backlog of repairs.

As the Owner/Manager of Storm Movies, a DVD rental store, I was responsible for all aspects of the business, including organising stock, accounting, staff management, and advertising. This was a full-time position that required a wide range of skills and determination. Through this experience, I gained valuable skills in: ➯ Stock organisation ➯ Accounting ➯ Staff management ➯ Advertising This experience allowed me to take on the responsibilities of running a business and achieve the estimated goals, I developed, managed and grew the store, and gained a deep understanding of how all the components of a small business work together.

During my studies at Galway Mayo Institute of Technology for a degree in Bachelors in Business and Bar Management, I worked as a bartender in the student union bar and learnt how to serve a wide range of beverages and food. My main responsibilities included: ➯ Serving customers to a high standard, including occasionally serving wine during dinner. ➯ Maintaining the overall upkeep of the bar, including changing barrels and cleaning taps. ➯ Making cocktails and coffees. This experience allowed me to develop my customer service skills, and gain knowledge of various aspects of the food and beverage industry such as making cocktails, brewing coffee and maintaining a clean and organised bar environment.