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Gene Sorensen

Summary

Talented Fine Arts Painter experienced in residential and commercial painting from applying paints, solvents and sealants to performing minor maintenance and repairs. Over 20 years of experience working with established painting company. Murals, faux finishes, and paintings. Blogspot; Genusart.blogspot.com

Overview

39
39
years of professional experience

Work History

Painter

Williams Property
03.2018 - Current
  • Painted surfaces using brushes, spray guns, and paint rollers.
  • Prepared surfaces and surrounding areas for painting using sandpaper, tape, and other materials.
  • Painted indoor areas such as hallways, bathrooms, and lobbies.
  • Prepared trim, walls and ceilings for painting by cleaning, smoothing, and priming.
  • Applied putty, wood filler, spackling, and caulks to prep uneven surfaces and fill in holes.
  • Operated power sprayers and hand tools to prepare and paint large areas.
  • Faux finishes and high end finishes

Artist

Genus Art
01.1985 - Current
  • 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.
  • Made use of materials, such as ink, watercolors, charcoal, oil, computer software, paints, and pencils to complete unique piece for customers.

Bartender / Waiter

HG Bistro
04.2010 - 04.2017
  • Served high customer volumes during special events, nights, and weekends.
  • Performed opening and closing duties, printing sales reports, setting up for incoming shift, preparing cash drawers, and taking inventory.
  • Kept bar presentable and well-stocked to meet customer needs.
  • Followed alcohol awareness procedures for preventing excessive guest intoxication.
  • Upsold menu items to customers, driving up per sale revenues and maximizing profits.
  • Crafted special drink and cocktail menu items for seasonal offerings.
  • Cultivated strong relationships with repeat customers, engaging in friendly conversation and memorizing drink orders to promote loyalty.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Fine Art And Business Administration

Central Washington University
Ellensburg, WA
06.1980

Skills

  • Color Matching
  • Wall Repair
  • Surface Preparation
  • Paint Mixing
  • Indoor and Outdoor Painting
  • Artistic Flair
  • Self-Directed and Motivated

Timeline

Painter

Williams Property
03.2018 - Current

Bartender / Waiter

HG Bistro
04.2010 - 04.2017

Artist

Genus Art
01.1985 - Current

Bachelor of Arts - Fine Art And Business Administration

Central Washington University

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