Avril Murphy CV (1)

Avril Murphy Robinscourt, Old Timoleague Road, Clonakilty, Co. Cork● 0872152796● murphyavril@hotmail.com● 30 April 1982

PROFILE I am a passionate, hardworking and driven individual, highly motivated by challenges and new projects. I have experience in sales, team management and customer service. While my main background is in dance, film and event coordination; I have a passion for sales and management and wish to develop my career in these areas.

SKILLS

Sales: Set challenging but realistic goals to achieve both team and individual targets

Management: Organise team building exercises and develop people skills

Customer Service: High client retention through a personalised and energetic approach

Communication: At ease liaising with both corporate and consumer profiles

WORK EXPERIENCE

2006 – 2013

Team Leader / Sales Manager International Paintball Group – the world's largest paintball agency with 115 centres in 6 countries.

KEY ACHIEVEMENTS:

- Became a partner with IPG in August 2009 - One of the highest sales performers in Australia, UK and New Zealand, with record of 100 sales/week - Constantly over-achieved sales targets closing a minimum of 40 deals per week - Successfully trained new team members in UK, Australia and New Zealand

GENERAL DUTIES:

- Responsible for two regional offices in UK and Australia - Manage and train teams consisting of 15 recruits - Lead and motivate the team throughout the day by holding daily meetings and setting targets - Secure repeat sales through excellent customer service

OTHER WORK EXPERIENCE

2013- 2015

Stunt Performer/Stunt Double main Actress Vikings and Penny Dreadful – TV series with Josh Hartnett and Timothy Dalton.

Dancer and Understudy for Cha Cha Grease - the hit musical at Cork Opera House. Sold out shows every night.

2004 -2007

Choreographer Cork Opera House Cork Opera House - I choreographed the pantomime with 80 cast members for 2 months. Assistant Choreographer The Tudors – TV series with Jonathan Rhys Myers and Sam Neil. Full Time Events Co-ordinator Lites Marketing & Promotions Company Full Time Party Planner/Assistant Manager Revolution Vodka Bar, London

SUMMARY OF QUALIFICATIONS

B.A. Honours degree in Dance - London Contemporary Dance School

FETAC Level 5 - Care of the elderly

OTHER INFORMATION

Willingness to move location and travel internationally

References available on request