Angela Murphy
Jamaica,NY
Summary
Dynamic Art Teacher and Fashion Illustrator with a proven track record at 32BJ Art Exhibitions and McCann Erickson Barbados Bridgetown. Specializes in acrylic painting and motivational abilities, significantly enhancing student and team performance. Excelled in collaborative projects, leading to increased market share and showcasing exceptional artistic techniques through high-profile exhibitions. Outgoing professional engages with students to promote love of learning. Fosters creative environment, designing lesson plans and assessing student progress. Valuable educator passionate about art and art history.
Overview
47
47
years of professional experience
Work History
Art Teacher
32BJ Art Exhibitions
2018.06 - 2024.06
- Experimented with variety of styles and techniques to produce unique works of art.
- Participated in art exhibitions and shows to showcase work.
- Designed and executed original artwork for various private and corporate clients.
- Contributed to creative process through original ideas and inspiration.
Sewing and Art Instructor
Queens Public Library
2007.09 - 2008.12
- Led after-school programs focused on specific artistic disciplines such as pottery or photography, offering additional opportunities for student growth outside of regular class hours.
- Managed budgets for art supplies while maintaining high-quality materials accessible for all students throughout the year.
- Planned and executed activities to promote skill and talent development.
Fashion Writer and Fashion Illustrator
Nation Publishing Barbados
1986.06 - 1990.08
- Developed comprehensive style guides to provide consistent direction for the publication''s visual and written elements across all platforms.
- Generated buzz around new fashion collections by writing in-depth reviews of runway shows and presentations during Fashion Weeks.
- Conducted keyword research to identify target keywords.
- Pitched innovative story ideas at editorial meetings, demonstrating an understanding of target audience interests and needs.
- Collaborated with photographers, stylists, and designers to create visually appealing editorial spreads that complemented written content.
- Conducted thorough research on fashion trends and industry news to produce accurate and informative articles.
Art Department Manager
McCann Erickson Barbados Bridge
1977.07 - 1981.08
- Accomplished multiple tasks within established timeframes.
- Resolved staff member conflicts, actively listening to concerns and finding appropriate middle ground.
- Mentored junior team members for career advancement, fostering a pipeline of future leaders within the organization.
- Increased market share with strategic business development efforts, expanding into untapped markets.
- Cross-trained existing employees to maximize team agility and performance.
Education
Bachelor of Professional Studies -
Alliance University
05.2014
Associate of Applied Science - Mass Communications
Barbados Community College
08.1990
Associate of Applied Science - Fashion Design
Parsons The New School For Design
New York, NY05.1981
Skills
- Acrylic painting
- Artistic Techniques
- Collaborative Projects
- Lesson Planning
- Classroom Management
- Student Mentoring
- Motivational Abilities
- Project-based learning
- Art history knowledge
- Individualized Instruction
Timeline
Art Teacher
32BJ Art Exhibitions
2018.06 - 2024.06
Sewing and Art Instructor
Queens Public Library
2007.09 - 2008.12
Fashion Writer and Fashion Illustrator
Nation Publishing Barbados
1986.06 - 1990.08
Art Department Manager
McCann Erickson Barbados Bridge
1977.07 - 1981.08
Bachelor of Professional Studies -
Alliance University
Associate of Applied Science - Mass Communications
Barbados Community College
Associate of Applied Science - Fashion Design
Parsons The New School For Design
Similar Profiles
Lionel YoungbloodLionel Youngblood
Union Representative 1 at 32BJ SEIUUnion Representative 1 at 32BJ SEIU
Faizur RehmanFaizur Rehman
D365 Functional Analyst at 32BJ SEIU (Building Services)D365 Functional Analyst at 32BJ SEIU (Building Services)
Sandra Flores De RamosSandra Flores De Ramos
Custodian at 32bj SeiuCustodian at 32bj Seiu