Bethany Westwood
About Bethany Westwood
Bethany Westwood is an Operations Manager at Wickes, where she has worked for ten years. She has a background in media production and has held various roles in customer service and project management across several organizations.
Current Role at Wickes
Bethany Westwood serves as the Operations Manager at Wickes, a position she has held since 2014. In this role, she oversees various operational aspects of the business, ensuring efficient processes and effective management of resources. Her extensive experience in customer service and project management contributes to her effectiveness in this position.
Previous Experience in Media Production
Bethany has a background in media production, having worked in various roles in 2017. She was a Media Team/Producer at Chalke Valley History Festivals Limited, where she contributed to media content output. Additionally, she gained experience as a Runner at Channel X and completed work placements at CHI&Partners and Content is King Limited, where she developed skills in organization and logistics.
Customer Service Background
Before her current role, Bethany worked as a Customer Assistant at Wickes from 2014 to 2018, where she developed strong customer service skills. She also worked at McDonald's as a Customer Assistant for six months in 2016. These roles provided her with valuable experience in customer interaction and service delivery.
Educational Background
Bethany studied at Woking College, where she achieved A Levels in Communication and Media Studies from 2012 to 2014. She furthered her education at Bournemouth University, earning a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) in Media Production from 2015 to 2018. Her academic background laid the foundation for her career in media and operations.
Project Management Experience
In 2017, Bethany worked as a Project Manager for Enough Abuse UK, where she managed projects for three months. Her responsibilities included handling location agreements and actor logistics, showcasing her organizational and negotiation skills. She played a key role in organizing equipment hire and managing production schedules for short films, ensuring successful project completion.