Katrina Downe

Katrina Downe

Student Apprentice

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  • About me

    User Researcher

  • Education

    • Oaklands Sixth Form College

      2008 - 2010
      A Levels Drama, Media, Psychology
    • Oaklands Catholic School

      2003 - 2008
    • Bath Spa University

      2010 - 2013
      Bachelor of Arts (BA) Theatre Production 2:1
  • Experience

    • XO Tailoring

      May 2011 - Nov 2011
      Student Apprentice

      I worked closely with the Head Tailor on a wide variety of alterations and repairs, using several types of industrial sewing machines. The work was fast-paced and I gained the skills to complete complex alterations under strict time-frames. My time working here gave me a lot of technical knowledge and has improved my sewing machine skills considerably.

    • Chichester Festival Theatre

      Nov 2011 - Jan 2012
      Wardrobe Assistant

      I worked alongside a busy costume team on the Christmas youth production of The Lion, The Witch and The Wardrobe. I assisted both the Wardrobe Mistress and the Costume Designer to add the finishing touches to the costumes and maintain them during the run of shows over the festive period. I also participated in many quick changes, providing the actors with costumes for changes and other wigs and accessories.

    • River Island

      Jul 2012 - Sept 2012
      Shop Assistant
    • Bristol Costume Services

      Jan 2013 - Jan 2013
      Costume Assistant

      I worked on costumes for the BBC Drama Atlantis, creating multiple dresses and learning about the process from design to realisation. Alongside this I also helped with costumes for a naval re-enactment at the SS Great Britain in Bristol. This has helped further my interest in/knowledge of historically accurate costumes.

    • Debenhams

      Nov 2013 - Mar 2016

      I work closely with new members of the team, helping them to gain the skills they need. I also work alongside the Supervisor and Manager and assist with the daily running of the department, completing tasks and maintaining high standards. I worked within the menswear team, and was mainly focused on formal wear (suits, shoes etc). I worked alongside the team to consistently deliver high standards of customer service.

      • Senior Sales Assistant

        May 2015 - Mar 2016
      • Sales Assistant

        Nov 2013 - May 2015
    • BATH STEAM LAUNDRY COMPANY LIMITED

      Mar 2016 - Sept 2017
      Seamstress
    • Regency Laundry Limited

      Sept 2017 - May 2019
      Seamstress

      I do a wide variety of repairs and alterations. Alongside the repairs I also work on digitising logo designs to be machine embroidered, or printed.

    • Magic Touch Promotions Ltd

      Jun 2019 - Jan 2023
      • Art Room Manager

        Jun 2020 - Jan 2023
      • Embroidery production assistant

        Jun 2019 - Jun 2020
    • CareScribe

      Jan 2023 - now
      • User Researcher

        Nov 2024 - now
      • Junior Product Owner

        Jan 2023 - Nov 2024
  • Licenses & Certifications

    • Product Psychology Masterclass

      Growth.Design
      Feb 2024
  • Honors & Awards

    • Awarded to Katrina Downe
      Employee of the Month - Jun 2015 I was nominated as Employee of the Month for my contribution to the Menswear Team, and my progression within the last 3 months.