KATIE Bizley is reaching for the sky in her new career and is looking forward to an inflatable Halloween.

Katie, 18, works at Smiles Party World in the covered market and is celebrating passing her professional qualification exam.

She is now studying and training for her Certified Balloon Artist award, which involves four written exams and a practical.

Katie, of Rodbourne, who has been working for Smiles for about three years in total and one year full-time, said: "I've always been artistic, really, and I really enjoy the job, because you are meeting people all the time.

"You've got to have ideas and there's always plenty to do."

Smiles provides balloons for weddings and parties.

Proprietor John Phillips said the business is really taking off and is delighted with Katie's work.

He said: "We are pleased with Katie's efforts and commitment."

We know it won't be long before she passes her CBA exams."

"We are working hard to supply Swindon with the things others are not offering. As well as supplying a professional balloon dcor service, this year we have introduced a system of reproducing photographs on to balloons and a national same-day balloon delivery service."

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