Objective
To obtain a job in a creative field and learn and grow in the business and have a good time doing it.
Education
2005-2009 College of Visual Arts, Saint Paul, Minnesota, BFA in Illustration
2001-2005 Eagan High School, Eagan, Minnesota
Work Experience
2009- Current Shü Global Footwear, Manager, Saint Paul, Minnesota, 651.224.3570
2008-2009 College of Visual Arts: Photography Lab Assistant
2008- 2009 Quince: Sales Associate, Saint Paul, Minnesota
2006-2008 College of Visual Arts: Administration Receptionist, Saint Paul, Minnesota
2006-2007 College of Visual Arts: Admissions Ambassador, Saint Paul, Minnesota
2006-2009 College of Visual Arts: Peer Student Mentor, Saint Paul, Minnesota
2004-2007 Starbucks Coffee Company: Barista, Eagan, Minnesota
Skills
Adobe Creative Suite Programs (CS4)
Photoshop, Illustrator, Indesign
Corel Painter X and Waccom Tablet
Microsoft Office
Word, Xcel, PowerPoint
Black and white film processing and developing
Printmaking
Relief, Intaglio, Monotype
Textiles and Fibers
Hand embroidery, machine sewing, and pattern reading/making
Group Exhibitions/Awards
2010 “Art in Bayfront Park” Art Festival, Duluth, Minnesota
2010 “CVA Alumni Show”, College of Visual Arts, Saint Paul, Minnesota
2010 “Foot in the Door”, Minneapolis Institute of Art, Minnesota
2009 “CVA Alumni Show”, College of Visual Arts, Saint Paul, Minnesota
2009 “Senior Thesis”, College of Visual Arts, Saint Paul, Minnesota
2006, 2009 “Juried Student Exhibition”, College of Visual Arts, Saint Paul, Minnesota
2005 “Foundation Student Exhibition”, College of Visual Arts, Saint Paul, Minnesota
Related Educational Experience
2008-2009 College of Visual Arts: Student Council President
In charge of making sure the meetings ran smoothly, making an agenda, planning student funded events and activities.
Summer 2008 Internship: Carly Stipe: 100% Duct Tape Accessories, Saint Paul, Minnesota
Helped make product, learned the business side of making and selling art, went to art fairs to experience it behind the scenes.
Summer 2007 Art in New York City: Off Campus Study
A two-week intensive art history course visiting museums, galleries and studios.
Summer 2006 Art in Paris, France: Off Campus Study
A three-week intensive art history course visiting museums, galleries and studios.
Salary Requirements
$10 an hour or $25k a year
References upon request