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Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Publications
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Carli Knight

Canton,NC
Carli Knight

Summary

Professional Artist with keen eye for detail, color, and composition. Track record of bringing projects to life through innovative ideas. Creates compelling, inspiring and engaging pieces.

Overview

5
years of professional experience

Work History

Haywood Community College

Creative Arts Instructor
01.2024 - Current

Job overview

  • Tracked student progress, frequently checking in with struggling students and identifying root causes of problems.
  • Observed and adopted new techniques from skilled instructors and lecturers.
  • Improved student performance by defining clear goals and communicating performance metrics.
  • Evaluated and revised lesson plans and course content to achieve student-centered learning.
  • Initiated new learning methods, eliminating instructional gaps and improving comprehension.
  • Shifted between formal and informal methods of teaching to keep students engaged.
  • Participated in department meetings to provide input to colleagues about student achievement and improvement.

Student Art Alliance

President
08.2022 - 05.2023

Job overview

  • Managed, trained and motivated club members to continuously improve knowledge and abilities in the Fine Art field.
  • Upheld great standards of leadership, consistently leading by example for best-in-class art work.
  • Worked directly with Mars Hill Universities art department to brainstorm, discuss strategy and mitigate club issues.
  • Strategically managed resources, milestones and budgets.
  • Reported issues to higher management with great detail, resulting in club growth.

Firefly Pottery

Ceramics Teacher
06.2022 - 05.2023

Job overview

  • Documented student work in order to exhibit and celebrate learning process of each child.
  • Developed and implemented various thematic lesson plans, utilizing age-appropriate material and focusing on relevant topics.
  • Assisted students in developing unique artistic skills and techniques.
  • Collaborated with colleagues to create stimulating art curriculums.
  • Developed and implemented engaging art lessons for students in grades kindergarten through 12th.
  • Assessed student work and provided constructive feedback.

Goblin Lane Art Gallery

Gallery Associate
08.2018 - 12.2019

Job overview

  • Networked at creative events to identify new talent and artistic works in local areas.
  • Moved and handled various types of artwork with exceptional care, following all requirements.
  • Maintained collection records and inventory of art collection.
  • Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
  • Participated in team projects, demonstrating an ability to work collaboratively and effectively.
  • Exercised leadership capabilities by successfully motivating and inspiring others.
  • Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
  • Resolved problems, improved operations and provided exceptional service.
  • Learned and adapted quickly to new technology and software applications.
  • Demonstrated creativity and resourcefulness through the development of innovative solutions.

Education

Mars Hill University
Mars Hill, NC

Bachelor of Fine Arts
05.2023

University Overview

Minor in Psychology

Asheville Buncombe Technical Community College
Asheville, NC

Associate of Fine Arts
05.2021

Skills

  • Educational Strategies
  • Management Skills
  • Diverse Artistic Mediums
  • Fine Arts Proficiency
  • Critical Thinking
  • Adaptability and Flexibility
  • Creativity and Artistic Expression
  • Online Systems
  • Special Assignments
  • Social Perceptiveness
  • Conflict Management
  • Group and Individual Instruction
  • Client Satisfaction

Publications

Mars Hill University Cadenza Magazine, 2022-2023

Asheville-Buncombe Technical College Student Art Show Poster, 2021

North Carolina Bridal Magazine, 2022-2023

Timeline

Creative Arts Instructor

Haywood Community College
01.2024 - Current

President

Student Art Alliance
08.2022 - 05.2023

Ceramics Teacher

Firefly Pottery
06.2022 - 05.2023

Gallery Associate

Goblin Lane Art Gallery
08.2018 - 12.2019

Mars Hill University

Bachelor of Fine Arts

Asheville Buncombe Technical Community College

Associate of Fine Arts
Carli Knight