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Delaney Pressler

Chicago,IL

Summary

Thoughtful and detail-oriented creator that possesses a broad variety of skills related to design and fabrication and its real world applications. Offering 5 years of experience in design, including working on and leading teams, tracking budgets and schedules, multitasking while working under tight deadlines and challenging situations, and maintaining client and vendor relations.


Overview

6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Freelance Designer and Decorator for Film and TV

Freelancer
05.2021 - Current
  • Collaborated with clients and teammates to source elements that matched the desired aesthetic of the production.
  • Produced displays and materials that were used to decorate windows, interior displays and event locations, and filming locations.
  • Directed, coordinated, and adapted construction and decoration activities to meet design, budget and schedule requirements
  • Maintained working knowledge of available materials for fabrication and relationships with local vendors.

Fabrication Shop Assistant

Columbia College Chicago
12.2019 - 05.2021
  • Completed daily tasks accurately and on-time to support shop needs.
  • Maintained a clean and organized shop floor, optimizing space for ease of student navigation.
  • Provided training, support, direction and mentorship to develop student work habits, skills and safety practices.
  • Utilized hand and power tools to complete tasks with precision, safety, and efficiency.

Sales Associate

Blick Art Materials
09.2018 - 11.2019
  • Boosted customer satisfaction levels through exceptional service, addressing concerns promptly, and providing a welcoming store environment.
  • Accurately processed POS transactions, returning coin, currency, payment cards, and receipts to customers.
  • Maintained accurate inventory records to ensure adequate stock levels, minimizing out-of-stock situations that could impact customer satisfaction.
  • Contributed to visual merchandising efforts by creating eye-catching displays that showcased products effectively and enticed shoppers to make purchases.

Education

Bachelor of Fine Arts - Production Design for Cinema

Columbia College Chicago
Chicago, IL
05.2021

Skills

  • POS operation
  • Customer Service and Client Satisfaction
  • Adobe and Google Suites
  • Driver's License- can drive 17' box truck
  • Project Management and Coordination
  • Illustration
  • Design Research
  • Superb eye for detail

Certification

OSHA 10 Training

Timeline

Freelance Designer and Decorator for Film and TV

Freelancer
05.2021 - Current

Fabrication Shop Assistant

Columbia College Chicago
12.2019 - 05.2021

Sales Associate

Blick Art Materials
09.2018 - 11.2019

Bachelor of Fine Arts - Production Design for Cinema

Columbia College Chicago
Delaney Pressler