Skilled Painter experienced in surface preparation, color mixing, and faux finish replication across diverse substrates. Capable of leading teams or working independently to achieve project goals within deadlines. Committed to continuous learning and adapting to innovative techniques.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Owner/Operator
Scenically Custom Finishing
07.2025 - Current
Managed daily operations to ensure efficient workflow and quality.
Collaborated with production teams to ensure artistic vision alignment.
Evaluated project needs and sourced appropriate materials within budget constraints.
Efficiently managed time and resources to complete multiple projects simultaneously, meeting tight deadlines.
Broadened creative skillset through ongoing professional development workshops and courses in scenic design.
Mentored junior artists, providing valuable guidance on industry best practices and techniques for scenic design.
Consultant services.
Finishing Manager
Blue Hippo
Orlando
02.2026 - 05.2026
Oversaw finishing operations to ensure quality and efficiency at Blue Hippo.
Managed workflow schedules for multiple finishing projects simultaneously.
Trained team members on finishing techniques and safety procedures.
Coordinated materials and resources for seamless project completion.
Maintained accurate records of production activities.
Scheduled daily tasks and priorities for finishing team.
Collaborated with directors to interpret artistic visions into visual elements.
Created detailed props and scenic pieces using various materials and techniques.
Finishing Lead
Bungalow Scenic Studios
10.2021 - 07.2025
Leading and Coordinating multiple teams and projects.
Applied protective and decorative finishes to background panels, informational legends, exhibit accessories, and finished paintings to enhance visual quality.
Applied coats of paint and varnish using brushes, spray guns, and rollers.
Worked in multiple mediums, including painting, sculpture, and mixed media.
Conferred with clients, editors, writers, art directors, and other interested parties regarding nature and content of artwork to be produced.
Collaborated with engineers, mechanics, and other technical experts to build and install creations.
Developed project budgets for approval, estimated timelines and material costs.
Documented costs of painting work by keeping accurate records of time and materials.
Selected and purchased tools or finishes for surfaces to be covered, considering durability, ease of handling, methods of application, and customers' wishes.
Automotive Painter/ Scenic
Brilliant Creative
04.2021 - 10.2021
Demonstrated ability to manage multiple tasks while remaining adaptable and flexible.
Sprayed prepared surfaces with specified amounts of primers and decorative or finish coatings.
Mixed paints to match color specifications or original colors using spatulas or power mixing equipment.
Prepared and applied stencils, computer-generated decals and other decorative items to finished products.
Operated lifting and moving devices to move equipment and materials to access areas to be painted.
Freelance Artist
Scenario Cockram
02.2021 - 03.2021
Assisted with Scenic and Faux finishing per project needs.
Color documentation and process review.
Freelance Artist
Southern Exhibits
10.2020 - 02.2021
Provided Scenic and Faux Painting skills when needed.
Assisting with the creation/fabrication of props and decor.
Application of industrial/automotive coatings.
Sculpt Intern
Icarus
06.2020 - 06.2020
Learning different sculpt techniques.
Gained more experience and knowledge with Polygem, Zoopoxy, and Foam sculpting.
Scenic Artist
Scenario
02.2018 - 05.2020
Mixed and matched colors to achieve specific visual effects for projects.
Sprayed prepared surfaces with primers and decorative or finish coatings.
Applied coats of paint and varnish using brushes, spray guns, and roller.
Finished techniques such as sponging, ragging, layering, and faux finishing.
Washed and treated surfaces with appropriate preparations and sanded rough spots to ensure optimal finish adhesion.
Filled cracks, holes, and joints with caulk or filler.
Documented cost of painting work by keeping accurate records of time and materials.
Documentation of colors, finishes, and processes for each element of the project.
Used sandpaper, scrapers, brushes, steel wool, and DA’s to achieve desired effects.