I’m an organised and proactive arts professional with 3+ years of experience in hospitality, events coordination, and front-of-house administration, underpinned by a strong creative and academic foundation in performance and screen studies. I’m currently pursuing an MPhil in Screen Studies at Trinity College Dublin. I bring excellent communication and relationship-building, schedule management, and the ability to work across busy multi-use spaces while supporting artists, coordinating bookings, and keeping day-to-day operations running smoothly. I thrive in fast-paced environments requiring accuracy, discretion, and teamwork, and I’m passionate about supporting artists and organisations through reliable administrative support, event operations, and collaborative creativity.

Nursu Polat

I’m an organised and proactive arts professional with 3+ years of experience in hospitality, events coordination, and front-of-house administration, underpinned by a strong creative and academic foundation in performance and screen studies. I’m currently pursuing an MPhil in Screen Studies at Trinity College Dublin. I bring excellent communication and relationship-building, schedule management, and the ability to work across busy multi-use spaces while supporting artists, coordinating bookings, and keeping day-to-day operations running smoothly. I thrive in fast-paced environments requiring accuracy, discretion, and teamwork, and I’m passionate about supporting artists and organisations through reliable administrative support, event operations, and collaborative creativity.

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I’m an organised and proactive arts professional with 3+ years of experience in hospitality, events coordination, and front-of-house administration, underpinned by a strong creative and academic foundation in performance and screen studies. I’m currently pursuing an MPhil in Screen Studies at Trinity College Dublin.

I bring excellent communication and relationship-building, schedule management, and the ability to work across busy multi-use spaces while supporting artists, coordinating bookings, and keeping day-to-day operations running smoothly. I thrive in fast-paced environments requiring accuracy, discretion, and teamwork, and I’m passionate about supporting artists and organisations through reliable administrative support, event operations, and collaborative creativity.

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Experience Level

Intermediate

Language

Turkish
Fluent
English
Fluent
Spanish; Castilian
Beginner

Work Experience

Front of House Agent at The Dean Hotel, Dublin
July 1, 2025 - Present
Manage a high-volume front desk, handling 50–80+ daily guest interactions, bookings, inquiries and check-ins with consistent accuracy. Coordinate with multiple departments (events, housekeeping, F&B) ensuring smooth communication and service delivery. Maintain front-of-house standards, security procedures and customer relations. Handle invoicing, payments and booking records with attention to detail.
Freelance Actor at Various Productions, Sligo / Dublin
July 1, 2024 - July 1, 2025
Delivered 3+ performances across stage, screen and commercial sets, consistently meeting tight production schedules and adapting quickly to creative direction.
Lobby & Events Assistant at The Dean Hotel, Dublin
February 1, 2022 - July 1, 2024
Supported 100+ events, acting as first point of contact for guests, artists and organisers. Assisted visiting artists, guests and organisers, ensuring clear communication. Managed venue access, audience flow, sign-in, and maintained clean communal areas. Provided administrative support such as note-taking, schedule assistance and tracking logistics.
Volunteer & Administrative Support at Kino Kabaret Film Festival / Dublin International Short Film Festival / Scene and Heard Festival
January 1, 2022 - December 31, 2024
Assisted with guest registration, scheduling, and festival operations. Supported multiple departments, ensuring smooth information flow. Helped maintain shared spaces, equipment, and artist access during events.
Actor at Cois Céim Dance Theatre / Moving Signatures
January 1, 2025 - Present
Performance work with contemporary dance company projects.
Actor & Model at Various productions
January 1, 2022 - January 1, 2025
Acting and modeling for various productions (2022–2025).
Drama Facilitator at Atiye Kindergarten, Ankara
January 1, 2021 - January 1, 2022
Facilitated drama sessions and activities.
Acting Coach at Ritual Art Centre, Ankara
January 1, 2021 - December 31, 2021
Coaching and guidance for acting techniques.

Education

MPhil in Screen Studies at Trinity College Dublin, Ireland
January 1, 2025 - December 8, 2025
Bachelor of Arts in Acting at Anadolu University, Turkey
January 1, 2017 - January 1, 2021

Qualifications

IELTS 7.0
January 1, 2025 - December 8, 2025
Acting for Camera — Gaity School of Acting
January 1, 2023 - December 8, 2025

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Education, Travel & Hospitality