Emily Litteken
Evansville,IN
Summary
Versatile and dependable professional with experience in small business ownership, professional painting, graphic design, and customer service. Strong background in working directly with customers, understanding their needs, solving problems, and managing projects through completion. Organized and adaptable, with the ability to work independently, meet deadlines, and remain effective in fast-paced and high-pressure environments.
Overview
1
1
year of post-secondary education
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Owner / Painter
Riverbend Paint Co
Evansville, IN
01.2026 - Current
- Own and operate an independent painting business serving residential and commercial customers.
- Work directly with customers from initial consultation through project completion.
- Prepared accurate estimates, scheduled projects, purchased materials, and managed jobs from initiation to completion.
- Perform interior painting, staining, wallpaper installation, and other finishing work with close attention to detail.
- Solve unexpected project challenges while maintaining quality and project timelines.
- Managed customer communication, invoicing, scheduling, marketing, and daily business operations to ensure smooth project execution.
- Built strong customer relationships through clear communication, reliability, and consistent quality of workmanship.
Painter
Mathey Services
Owensboro, KY
11.2019 - 01.2026
- Prepared surfaces and completed painting, staining, and finishing projects to quality standards anddeadlines.
- Worked independently and with a team to complete projects efficiently.
- Adapted to changing priorities and solved problems while working under pressure.
- Maintained safe, organized work areas and handled tools and materials responsibly.
Graphic Designer
Midwest Graphix
Rockport, IN
02.2018 - 01.2020
- Designed custom logos and print/digital media that aligned with customer needs and vision.
- Worked closely with customers to understand their vision and turn their ideas into finished designs.
- Presented concepts, gathered feedback, and made revisions to ensure customers were happy with the final product.
- Balanced creativity, customer preferences, and practical design requirements.
- Managed multiple projects and revisions while meeting deadlines.
- Developed strong customer relationships through communication, patience, and attention to detail.
Education
Technical Certification - Visual Communication
Ivy Tech Community College
Evansville, IN 10.2016 - 03.2018
Skills
- Deadline management
- Detail-oriented
- Organization
- Customer service
- Client communication
- Project management
Timeline
Owner / Painter
Riverbend Paint Co
01.2026 - Current
Painter
Mathey Services
11.2019 - 01.2026
Graphic Designer
Midwest Graphix
02.2018 - 01.2020
Technical Certification - Visual Communication
Ivy Tech Community College
10.2016 - 03.2018