Christee Lee
Pharr,TX
Summary
Reputable Artist recognized for consistently developing innovative techniques to encourage creativity and visual product improvement. Renowned artist experienced in painting, sculpture and interiors and is versatile in thematic experimentation. Disciplined and productive creative with diverse and varied portfolio. 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
48
48
years of professional experience
Work History
Sales and Customer Relations
Various
01.1975 - 06.2023
- Built relationships with customers and community to establish long-term business growth.
- Achieved sales goals and service targets by cultivating and securing new customer relationships.
- Resolved problems with high-profile customers to maintain relationships and increase return customer base.
- Managed accounts to retain existing relationships and grow share of business.
- Facilitated business by implementing practical networking techniques.
- Communicated product quality and market comparisons by creating sales presentations.
- Organized promotional events and interacted with community to increase sales volume.
- Prepared sales presentations for clients showing success and credibility of products.
- Compiled and analyzed data to determine approaches to improve sales and performance.
Park Host
Texas Parks And Wildlife - State Park Division
09.2008 - 03.2023
- Kept attraction neat and clean, following company policy and safety guidelines.
- Enforced company policies while maintaining cheerful, supportive approach to guests.
- Delivered friendly, prompt customer service to visitors of Texas State Parks.
- Greeted guests and answered general questions about park and activities
- Built and established positive relationships with patrons, team members and supervisors.
- Delivered information and details of interest about facility to visitors.
- Set up promotional displays and equipment for special events and activities.
Retail Sales Associate
Various
01.2022 - 01.2023
- Greeted customers and helped with product questions, selections, and purchases.
- Stocked merchandise, clearly labeling items, and arranging according to size or color.
- Maintained clean sales floor and straightened and faced merchandise.
- Monitored sales floor and merchandise displays for presentable condition, taking corrective action such as restocking or reorganizing products.
- Organized store merchandise racks and displays to promote and maintain visually appealing environments.
- Used POS system to process sales, returns, online orders, and gift card activations.
- Checked pricing, scanned items, applied discounts, and printed receipts to ring up customers.
- Helped customers complete purchases, locate items, and join reward programs.
- Offered each customer top-notch, personal service to boost sales and customer satisfaction.
- Developed professional relationships with customers to increase loyalty, retention and rapport.
- Managed cash register after end of shift to balance and record accurate transactions.
- Answered customer questions about products and services, helped locate merchandise, and promoted key items.
- Engaged in friendly conversation with customer to better uncover individual needs.
- Listened to customer needs and desires to identify and recommend optimal products.
- Opened, shelved and merchandised new products in visually appealing and organized displays for optimal sales promotions.
- Managed efficient cash register operations.
- Provided exceptional services and pleasant shopping experiences to retail customers.
- Created inviting environment for customers by maintaining store organization and cleanliness.
- Delivered energetic responses to customers in-store and by telephone, going above and beyond to serve needs.
- Prioritized helping customers over completing other routine tasks in store.
- Used in-store system to locate inventory and place special orders for customers.
- Developed strong rapport with customers and created positive impression of business.
Florist
Adel Flowers
04.2004 - 01.2023
- Managed daily opening and closing of florist shop to prepare for incoming customers and balance payments.
- Inspected stock to identify shortages, replenish supply and maintain consistent inventory.
- Quoted, generated, and processed customer orders to meet specifications and various occasions.
- Developed individualized arrangement recommendations based on customers' budget, occasion and preferences.
- Prepared potted plants and bouquets based on customer requirements.
- Prepared new flower and greenery shipments for arrangement by stripping leaves below waterline, cutting new flowers, mixing flower food solutions and filling floral containers with food solutions.
- Nurtured flowers to maintain quality and promote longevity.
- Worked closely with clients to understand their needs and design flower arrangements that perfectly match their vision.
- Researched latest design trends, colors, and vendor products for use in new pieces.
Educator
Various
10.2016 - 03.2022
- Utilized innovative teaching strategies to effectively engage students in learning.
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop and revise curriculum, enhancing learning experience.
- Developed and implemented engaging lesson plans to keep learner attention.
- Assessed student performance and provided feedback to facilitate student success.
- Facilitated student-led, inquiry-based activities in classroom to enhance learning experience.
- Prepared quizzes, tests and examinations to gauge how well students were learning.
Artist
Self
01.1990 - 02.2022
- Contributed to creative process through original ideas and inspiration.
- Implemented artistic vision to give art purpose and meaning.
- Consulted with clients to discuss commission ideas and style preferences to create mutually agreeable project parameters.
- Created concept designs and sketches to develop images and scenes.
- Participated in creative brainstorming sessions to develop new ideas or improve existing ones.
- Drew illustrations and concepts for visualization, presentation and development purposes.
- Worked with clients to understand desired outcomes and requirements.
- Collaborated with other artists on various art projects and installations.
- Designed and executed original artwork for various private and corporate clients.
- Produced sketches and drafts to refine artwork before completion.
Education
Bachelor of Arts -
Iowa State University
Ames, IA02.2026
Master of Arts - Communication
University of Minnesota - Twin Cities
Minneapolis, MN05.2023
Master of Arts - Technical Theatre
University of Minnesota - Twin Cities
Minneapolis, MN04.2021
Ph.D. - Communication And Rhetoric
University of Minnesota - Twin Cities
Minneapolis, MN05.2020
Skills
- Special Finishes
- Composition
- Visual Communication Expertise
- Superb Attention to Detail
- Material Selection
- Client Consultations
- Budget Management
- Project Design
- Paint Mixing
- Client Relationships
- Creative Capabilities
- Presentation
- Strong Analytical Skills
- Interior Design Knowledge
- Superior Time Management
- Complex Problem Solver
Timeline
Retail Sales Associate
Various
01.2022 - 01.2023
Educator
Various
10.2016 - 03.2022
Park Host
Texas Parks And Wildlife - State Park Division
09.2008 - 03.2023
Florist
Adel Flowers
04.2004 - 01.2023
Artist
Self
01.1990 - 02.2022
Sales and Customer Relations
Various
01.1975 - 06.2023
Bachelor of Arts -
Iowa State University
Master of Arts - Communication
University of Minnesota - Twin Cities
Master of Arts - Technical Theatre
University of Minnesota - Twin Cities
Ph.D. - Communication And Rhetoric
University of Minnesota - Twin Cities