Jonathan Dring

Experience

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  Self Employed

  Jul 2015 - Jan 2019

  Freelance Graphic Designer

  In my spare time, I do work for clients on bespoke graphic design. I have designed logos, clothing all the way to lesson materials for flying schools. To ensure the client is satisfied, several drafts are created and they are consulted throughout the design process.The software used to do most projects is done using Adobe Photoshop and Illustrator which I taught myself to use and built on with experience.

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  Next Ltd

  Dec 2015 - Dec 2015

  Sales Assistant

  A temporary role over the Christmas period. The role required restocking products, sorting shelves, helping out with queues and ensuring the shop floor was tidy. Through this role, an understanding in organizational and time management skills was gained.

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  Macdonald Hotels & Resorts

  May 2016 - Apr 2017

  Food and Beverages Front of House

  Contributing in teams of up to 10 people at events sometimes overseeing the restaurant service on my own in the evening. Working in a busy, stressful environment, providing customer service and ensuring general cleanliness of the restaurant. Also trained in working at events such as weddings and providing room service.

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  High-G Flight Training

  Nov 2017 - Jul 2019

  General Assistant

  Assisted in the setting up and the construction of the ATO.Day to day duties consisted of helping manage the daily running of the flying school. Responsibilities included taxiing aircraft and refuelling, cleaning aircraft, arrangement of the hangar and general hospitality with clients. The role involved designing merchandise, technical support, advertisements for the company and supporting management with auditing.

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  BAE Systems

  Jan 2018 - Feb 2018

  Movement to Work Trainee

  A 4-week placement in Support Products, the role involved delivering presentations within my team and an introduction to initial provisioning, simplified technical English, technical authoring and technical publications. Performance resulted in being offered a degree apprenticeship in Aeronautical Engineering which was turned down to pursue a career as a pilot.

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  IniBuilds Ltd

  Jan 2019 - Jul 2019

  Graphic Designer

  Creating designs to a set specification for customers in a set time frame working in a team of 10 graphic designers. Bespoke designs delegated within the team to ensure a quick turnaround. Frequently having to prioritise between customer requests and internal company projects with short notice.

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  Lancashire & South Cumbria NHS Foundation Trust

  Mar 2021 - Jun 2021

  Planning, Performance & Quality Administrator

  Working at the COVID-19 Vaccination centre. Meeting and greeting patients at the door and guiding them in the correct direction and working in the office compiling spreadsheets, organising paperwork and uploading data to the national vaccination database. Reports would also be generated based on patient attendance and external clinics would be organised for inpatients and community inclusion groups through liaising with external providers.

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  Ryanair - Europe's Favourite Airline

  May 2021 - Jun 2023

  Previously based at Manchester, Bristol and London Stansted operating the Boeing 737-700/800/MAX8. Working to 25 minute turnarounds with a high on-time performance. B737-300/900 Type rating completed through Ryanair at the East Midlands training centre with line training completed at London Stansted Airport followed by line flying in Bristol over winter.

  • First Officer

    Jun 2022 - Jun 2023

  • Second Officer

    May 2021 - Jun 2022
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  Jet2.com and Jet2holidays

  Jun 2023 - now

  First Officer

  First Officer with over 1500 hours on type, based in Liverpool and previously Manchester, dedicated to safe and efficient flight operations. Assisted the Captain with navigation, pre-flight checks, and compliance with safety regulations. Communicated effectively with air traffic control and crew, enhancing passenger experience through professional interaction. Proficient in aviation regulations and aircraft handling, with strong problem-solving, communication, and teamwork skills.