Clareigh Ellis
State College,Pennsylvania
Summary
Aspiring Landscape Architect and artist. Passionate about studying sociology and applying it to designs. Years of nursery experience and looks forward to expanding horizons. Dedicated to community involvement and nurturing the human spirit through the art of the landscape.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Horticulture Intern
Penn State Office Of Physical Plant
05.2023 - 08.2023
- Contributed to the selection of appropriate plants based on environmental conditions and aesthetic appeal for the design of the Esplanade and spring containers.
- Participated in hands-on horticultural training sessions, expanding knowledge of various gardening techniques and practices.
- Enhanced plant growth by implementing proper pruning techniques and providing optimal nutrients.
- Assisted with greenhouse management tasks, ensuring optimal growing conditions for a variety of plants species.
- Harvested fruits and vegetables and prepared for donation to the local food bank.
Customer Sales Representative and Nursery Staff
Dublin Agway
08.2018 - 06.2022
- Responsible for assisting customers in their home and garden needs in a fast-paced, challenging environment.
- Worked as an in-house plant and vegetation consultant, providing customers with plant palettes and soil formulas given a budget.
- Arranged floral displays for holidays and designed pumpkins as a professional-level pumpkin carver.
- Increased customer satisfaction by addressing and resolving issues promptly and professionally.
- Built strong relationships with clients through attentive service, leading to repeat business and referrals.
Freelance Artist
Self Employed
01.2016 - Current
- Oil paint, watercolor, fiber, scratchboard artist passionate about thought-provoking ideas.
- Minoring in art with years of selftaught experience.
- Interested in learning any style or medium.
- Avid home gardener.
Kitchen Staff
Panera Bread
10.2021 - 04.2023
- Worked as kitchen staff in a high-speed workplace.
- Trained new employees and fosters a healthy environment with other coworkers and customers.
- Recognized by management as being an efficient hard worker.
- Improved kitchen efficiency by streamlining food preparation processes and implementing best practices.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Landscape Architecture
Pennsylvania State University
University Park, PA08.2024
High School Diploma -
Pennridge High School
Perkasie, PA05.2020
Skills
- Adobe Photoshop
- Adobe Indesign
- Adobe Illustrator
- AutoCAD
- Hand Drafting
- Procreate
- Public Speaking
- Traditional Art Mediums
Timeline
Horticulture Intern
Penn State Office Of Physical Plant
05.2023 - 08.2023
Kitchen Staff
Panera Bread
10.2021 - 04.2023
Customer Sales Representative and Nursery Staff
Dublin Agway
08.2018 - 06.2022
Freelance Artist
Self Employed
01.2016 - Current
Bachelor of Arts - Landscape Architecture
Pennsylvania State University
High School Diploma -
Pennridge High School
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