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Annitar
"Meow"
Pesro

Scuba Diving Instructor & Dive Shop Manager
Underwater Photographer  |  Thailand & Beyond

🌊 Open to EU Sponsorship
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Annitar Pesro
PADI #551437

Born to Breathe
Underwater

I'm a professional PADI Scuba Diving Instructor with over 700 logged dives, dedicated to creating safe, enjoyable, and unforgettable underwater experiences. Whether it's your first dive or your hundredth, my goal is to make you feel confident, relaxed, and fully immersed in the moment.

Having guided divers through the breathtaking waters of Thailand, I focus on delivering personalized attention, clear communication, and a calm, supportive approach. I understand that every diver is different β€” and I adapt each experience to their pace and comfort level.

I thrive in international environments and bring a balance of professionalism and friendliness to every dive. From helping beginners overcome their fears to ensuring certified divers get the most out of each trip, I’m committed to making every dive smooth, safe, and memorable.

From June 2026, I'll be based in Europe and available to support dive centres in delivering high-quality, customer-focused experiences.

πŸ‡¬πŸ‡§ English Fluent
πŸ‡ΉπŸ‡­ Thai Native
700+
Dives Logged
3+
Years Teaching
Instructor
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Working Experience

October 2025 – Present
Scuba Diving Instructor & Shop Manager
Hidden Depths Diving Co., Ltd.
πŸ“ Koh Lanta, Thailand β†—
  • Managed daily dive shop operations including staff coordination and scheduling
  • Taught scuba diving courses β€” Open Water, Advanced Open Water and specialty courses
  • Guided certified divers while maintaining strict safety procedures and best practices
  • Managed bookings, customer service, and sales ensuring high client satisfaction
  • Oversaw equipment maintenance, inventory, and logistical operations
  • Supported marketing initiatives and customer engagement to enhance business performance
November 2024 – September 2025
Dive Master, Tour Guide & Tour Leader
100 Degrees East Co., Ltd.
πŸ“ Koh Samui, Thailand β†—
  • Led diving activities and speedboat tours to Koh Tao and Mu Ko Ang Thong Marine Park for domestic and international guests
  • Delivered consistently high-quality service ensuring excellent customer satisfaction
  • Welcomed guests and maintained their comfort and safety throughout all operations
  • Conducted comprehensive boat and safety briefings ensuring full compliance with protocols
  • Collaborated effectively with a team of 5–6 crew members for smooth daily operations
April – November 2024
Dive Master
The Dearly Dive
πŸ“ Koh Tao, Thailand β†—
  • Guided certified divers and assisted instructors during courses and fun dives
  • Managed boat operations and coordinated with boat crew
  • Assisted with dive courses and student supervision
  • Performed shop duties and equipment preparation
July 2023 – January 2024
Receptionist & Content Creator
Buddha View Dive Centre
πŸ“ Koh Tao, Thailand β†—
  • Managed the boat roster and front desk operations
  • Created artwork for the dive school β€” posters, t-shirts, signs, and website graphics
  • Shot and edited underwater photos and videos for Instagram and social media

Key Skills

Dive Instruction
Open Water, Advanced, specialty courses. Passionate about teaching safe, high-quality diving experiences.
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Dive Shop Operations
Full shop management β€” scheduling, inventory, equipment maintenance, and logistics.
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Customer Service & Sales
Building relationships with international guests, handling bookings, and driving customer satisfaction.
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Underwater Photography
Shooting stunning reef and wildlife imagery with professional camera rigs. Adobe Lightroom & Photoshop editing.
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Video & Adobe Suite
Editing underwater footage with Adobe Premiere Pro. Social media content creation for dive brands and personal brand.
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Safety & Emergency Response
EFR Instructor, CPR, AED, Oxygen Provider. Rigorous safety briefings and crisis management underwater.
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Team Leadership
Coordinating diverse, multilingual teams in high-pressure, fast-paced dive environments.
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Social Media & Content
Growing dive centre audiences through engaging photo/video content and storytelling.
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Graphic Design
Fine arts background (Jewelry Design). Creating dive centre branding, posters, and marketing materials.

Certifications

πŸ₯‡ PADI Open Water Scuba Instructor
πŸ’¨ Enriched Air (Nitrox) Instructor
❀️ EFR Instructor (Emergency First Response)
πŸ‘Ά Care for Children with AED Instructor
πŸ›‘οΈ Emergency First Response (EFR) / CPR
βš•οΈ Oxygen Provider

Education

August 2016 – June 2020
Second Class Honours Bachelor's Degree
Faculty of Fine Art, Major in Jewelry Design
Srinakharinwirot University, Bangkok, Thailand
May 2013 – March 2015
Vocational Certificate
College of Fine Art, Bangkok, Thailand

Real Reviews

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"Such an amazing experience. I did my open water certification at Hidden Depths and it was flawless. Meow was the best instructor and was absolutely lovely. All the staff were friendly and helpful, would highly recommend."

Dan Cowen Google Β· review
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"We had an amazing experience with Hidden Depths Diving on Koh Lanta. We did 4 dives over two days, with the first two as a refresher course. Huge praise to Meow, our instructor β€” she is absolutely outstanding, extremely professional, calm, and 100% trustworthy. She made us feel safe and confident at all times. Truly top-level diving."

PrimoΕΎ Sila Google Β· review
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"I had an amazing experience with Hidden Depths in Koh Lanta. I did four fun dives, one of which was a refresher session. I had Meow as my instructor and buddy, and she was so sweet and competent. I felt safe and well taken care of for the entire trip. My biggest recommendation ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐"

Anne Google Local Guide Β· review
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"I did 4 days of fun diving with Hidden Depths. It was sooo nice and I learned more in these fun dives than in my open water courses before. Miauw, Stefi and Andres were 3 great memorable lovely persons with whom I always felt safe and happy. I will definitely come back! Thank you so much for this unforgettable experience ❀️"

Orit Thomas Google Β· review
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"Dive was amazing, food very yummy, staff were incredibly friendly and useful, especially Meow. 5 big stars β€” would come again!!!"

Jack Proctor Google Β· review
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"Best Diving center in town! Amazing place, professional staff, high quality equipment and very nice speed boat! We had an amazing experience with them, highly recommended if you are in Koh Lanta and want to dive. Special mention to Mateo (our diving instructor) and Miau! 😁"

Chema De Castells Google Β· review
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"We had an absolutely amazing experience with 100 Degrees East! From start to finish, everything was organized so smoothly. Snorkeling in the crystal-clear waters, kayaking through the calm sea, and trekking with beautiful views β€” each part of the trip was unforgettable. A special shoutout to Meow and Tom, who were both truly remarkable! We'll be recommending 100 Degrees East to anyone visiting! πŸ’•"

Tooba Fawwad Google Β· review
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"What a perfect day, from communication prior, pick up, the boat, the team, and the islands. They made it so enjoyable β€” shout out to Miaw, Tom, Midnight. Anyone looking to visit the marine park, do this tour with 100 Degrees East, you won't regret it."

Leon M Tripadvisor Β· review
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"Marvellous experience. Wonderful, the team takes such good care of everything β€” experience, safety, responsibility. Miauw, Alex and the whole team did a marvellous job, the whole day was an adventure!!! Worth every Baht spent!"

Ann R Tripadvisor Β· review
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"We had a fabulous day at Anthong National Marine Park. Everything was organised perfectly and the team were amazing β€” thank you Mr Pi, Joe, Miaow & Alex!"

Cee Tripadvisor Β· review

Let's Dive
Together

I'm currently open to exciting opportunities with dive centres, resorts, and adventure companies across Europe and beyond. Whether you're looking for an experienced instructor, a passionate content creator, or a reliable dive shop manager β€” I'd love to hear from you.

πŸ“ Currently: Thailand
πŸ‡ͺπŸ‡Ί Europe from June 2026
🌍 Open to EU Sponsorship
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