William Hillyer

About

Motivated and versatile wine and cider professional with a solid background in wine production, vineyard management, customer service, and chemical analysis. Committed to supporting the pursuit of creativity, learning, and experimentation while maintaining high-quality standards and embracing the Finger Lakes region's spirit.

Experience

• Cellar Assistant · Ravines Wine Cellars01-01-2023

  Assisted in the daily operations of the wine cellar, including fermentation, bottling, and inventory management.

• Customer Service Representative · Wegmans Food Markets07-01-2021 – 02-01-2024

  Provided excellent customer service, handled customer inquiries, and assisted with store operations.

• Freelance Writer · Self-employed12-01-2019 – 06-01-2021

  Created engaging content for various clients, including articles, blog posts, and marketing materials.

• Assistant Winemaker · Seneca Shore Wine Cellars04-01-2017 – 12-01-2019

  Supported winemaking processes, including grape harvesting, fermentation, and quality control.

• Wine Steward · Villa Bellangelo Winery10-01-2016 – 04-01-2017

  Managed wine tastings, assisted customers with wine selections, and maintained inventory.

Education

• Finger Lakes Community CollegeViticulture and Wine Technology, Viticulture and Enology
• University of Maine at Presque IsleBachelor of Arts - BA, Professional Communication and Journalism

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