Norry's Profile
Experience Summary
I have been working as a freelance promotions staff for the past ten year, therefore I understand the high quality of work required for this industry. When I am not working as promotional staff, I am an actor and drama tutor. View
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Extra Information
Airport Passholder
Assistant Event Manager
Worked as an event manager with numerous theatre companies and promotional companies. This has included the overall management of large and small events. I have worked as assistant and event manager for companies such as Nintendo, Cadbury and O2.
Auditing
Automotive
Chef
Conferences
Conferences I have worked at recently include Good Food Show (NEC), Top Gear Live and the Scottish Business Show.
Costume and Character
As a customer character I have worked with Merlin Entertainments for the past six years which has included Warwick Castle, Edinburgh Dungeon and Thorpe Park. As an actor, I have been trained to improvise and be confident as any character.
Credit Card Trained
Data Capture
I have worked with agencies to data capture in different stores. My main role with nintendo included recording all data of Nintendo Products and POS in store. I have also worked Universal which was a similar role.
Demonstration
Working with Nintendo, Sony Erricson and HTC HD7 has seen me demonstrating products to a wide audience. Venues this has involved includes The Bullring, Birmingham, high streets and Asda stores.
Event Management
My promotional and theatre work has involved me managing large scale events including touring theatre companies and promotional teams. My work with O2 and HTC HD7 included successfully maintaining and evaluating events for the west midlands.
Exhibitions
Exhibitions have included:
Good Food Show,
Sainsburys
Top Gear Live
Scottish Business Show (SECC)
Fragrance / Counter Cover
Hospitality
Installation
In-store / Store approved
In store work has included
Tesco
Asda
Sainsbury
Game Stores
Gamestation
Leafleting
Most recently I have worked with Robert Dyas, Kenilworth leafleting for their new store opening.
Merchandising
Merchandising of stock has involved back room to front of store and making sure the companies products are on primarily display. I have worked with O2, Nintendo and Universal merchanding and displaying.
Modelling
Mystery Shopping
I am currently a member of the following mystery shopping agencies:
GFK Nop
Grassroots
International Service Checker
Off Trade Sales
On Trade Sales
Presenting
As an actor/workshop facilitator I have experience presenting events and conferences. I have compere skills, most recently used at a stand up comedy night.
Rigging
As an event manager and theatre director, I have rigged lights, sound and sets professionally while following strict health and safety measures.
Roadshows
Sales
Sampling
Security
Technology
I have worked with agencies and companies that have required a technologic understanding. These have included:
Nintendo,
Phillips,
O2,
Vodafone,
HTC,
Sony Erricson
Van Sales
Acting
I have worked as a professional actor for the past ten years. Recent work has included primary and secondary schools tours and some modelling.
Bar Person
I have experience as a bar supervisor at a theatre. This role included cash handling, managing of a small team and stock control.
Car Driving License
I have a full license and a car.
Computer Skills (Advanced)
I have basic website design and have creating my own website - www.norryleonard.co.uk
Computer Skills (Novice)
I have extensive knowledge of all Microsoft Office products
CRB
Face Painting
First Aid Certificate
Health / Hygiene Cert
HGV Driving License
Make Up Artist
Motorcycle License
Nail Technician
Own Transport
Public Speaking
I have been involved in presenting work as an actor. As a compere, I am very used to public speaking.
Qualified Dancer
Roller Skating / Blading
Qualifications
BA (Hons) Music Theatre
HND Music Technology