Harley Smith
Southington,CT
Summary
Strong willed and soft-hearted Art Therapy Graduate Student seeking internship/job opportunities in the art therapy and mental health counseling field. Committed to learning and developing skills in these areas. Skilled at partnering with multidisciplinary teams to create and implement positive change in the lives of others. Works well both individually and in collaborative settings. Believes heavily in the power of learning, loving and healing yourself.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Small Business Owner
Butterfly Mania
07.2020 - Current
- Coordinate and direct financial or budget activities to fund operations, maximize investments, or increase efficiency.
- Lead non-merchandising departments of business such as advertising or purchasing.
- Set prices and credit terms for goods and services, based on customer demand.
- Demonstrate and support a continuous growth mindset.
- Manage the shipment of my products to ensure efficiency, effectiveness, and sustainability.
- Respond quickly to meet customer needs and resolve any problems.
- Create art pieces with multiple mediums including acrylic, pastels, oils, embroidery, watercolor, ink, and computer software.
- Search and apply for art markets and gallery openings.
Practicum Intern
CHD Hawthorn Elder Care
01.2024 - 05.2024
- Maintained a high level of professionalism and adaptability throughout the practicum experience, successfully navigating various challenges and embracing new learning opportunities.
- Participated in regular meetings, gaining insightful feedback and ideas for learning and improvement.
- Provided emotional support to participants during difficult times, demonstrating empathy and understanding.
- Implemented memory and motor-enhancing activities.
- Monitored participants overall health and well-being and noted significant changes.
- Supported participants in developing social skills through structured activities and positive reinforcement techniques.
- Adapted instruction to meet individual participants' diverse needs and abilities.
- Planned and delivered artistic activities to engage and educate participants.
- Established a positive and inclusive group environment that encouraged open communication and collaboration among participants.
Assistant
Sand & Sun Creations
05.2023 - 07.2023
- Take and edit product photos for her portfolio and business sites.
- Sort materials such as a variety of seashells, seaglass, coral, twigs, and corks into different containers for easy and quick access.
- Prep materials for use straight onto frames and canvas.
- Assist in developing new layouts and designs for future creations.
- Help prepare for art shows and markets by wrapping and boxing up pieces.
- Make inventory sheets while also keeping them up to date.
- Walk through nature and find more supplies for inventory and projects.
Volunteer
Blue Fox Run Golf Course
06.2023 - 06.2023
- Fundraiser event with The Hartford for the Connecticut Children's Medical Center.
- Set up tables and supplies to prepare and run the fundraiser.
- Worked tables raising money for raffles; dealt with proper exchange of money and tickets, while explaining each raffle prize.
- Kept track and explained detailed instructions for each table at the event.
- Worked at a table giving out refreshments throughout the course to ensure wellbeing.
- Created posters/signs to encourage participation at each table.
Logo Design
Washington & Jefferson College
03.2023 - 05.2023
- Used online software to create a new logo for the college's jazz band.
- Worked diligently through email.
- Designed several images through Procreate that met the director's expectations and needs, before turning one into a digital file.
- Altered designs after feedback to create the ideal logo.
Gallery Attendant
Washington & Jefferson College (Olin Arts Center)
08.2022 - 05.2023
- Maintained current knowledge of art exhibits to engage visitors with information about the art being displayed.
- Ensured the guests had a safe experience while monitoring their interactions with the art.
- Accommodated special needs of visitors.
- Ensured the gallery got opened and closed properly.
- Handed out pamphlets with information regarding the art being exhibited.
Secretary/Assistant
Zarin Truck & Automotive
06.2022 - 08.2022
- Collaborated with other positions to manage the reception area.
- Developed procedures to manage everyday office functions effectively.
- Organized paperwork, invoices, and finances into files and cabinets accurately and efficiently.
- Created labels, tables, etc. in Word and Excel documents.
- Consistently delivered timely and professional services to those that needed it on a day-to-day basis.
Sales Associate
Coen Markets
03.2021 - 06.2022
- Provided efficient and courteous service to customers.
- Used POS system to perform purchase transactions for team members and customers.
- Processed cash, check, and credit cards for customer purchases.
- Built and maintained positive working relationships with co-workers.
- Maintained inventory and store visual presentation to meet customer needs.
- Enforced store safety and cleanliness standards, reducing hazards.
- Resolved and de-escalated issues to address customer concerns.
Artist
Butler Art Center
03.2022 - 04.2022
- Created, submitted, and displayed art in the gallery space.
- Conferred with gallery directors regarding the nature and content of artwork to be produced.
- Used materials such as pens and ink, watercolor, charcoal, acrylics, and computer software to create artwork.
- Maintained a portfolio of artistic work to demonstrate styles, interests, and abilities.
- Integrated and developed visual elements, such as line, space, mass, color, and perspective, produced desired effects, such as the illustration of ideas, emotions, and moods.
- Framed and matted artwork for display for sale.
Sales Associate
JCPenney
06.2019 - 08.2019
- Followed checklists to complete retail store opening and closing activities.
- Kept signage and merchandise displays organized and up to date, promoting visual representation standards.
- Greeted and informed customers of products, creating a positive store experience.
- Performed cleaning tasks, keeping the store neat and organized.
- Attended training to refresh on current procedures and learn improvements.
- Promoted the benefits of store credit cards or customer loyalty programs.
- Escorted customers to product racks and shelves to assist with finding merchandise.
- Alerted management to potential security issues, supporting loss prevention and reducing shrink.
Education
Master of Education - Art Therapy And Counseling
Springfield College
Springfield, MA05.2025
Bachelor of Arts - Studio Art And Psychology
Washington & Jefferson College
Washington, PA05.2023
Skills
- Empathy
- People skills
- Leadership
- Decision-making
- Organizational skills
- Activity development
- Problem-solving skills
- Communication
- Reliable & trustworthy
- Critical thinking
- Working with different artistic mediums
Accomplishments
- Dean's Award: Annual scholarship award given based on GPA and Satisfactory Academic Progress. Awards are based upon the recommendation of the Vice President of Enrollment and Director of Admission.
- Dean's List: A list of full time students whose grade point averages for the previous session were 3.50 or higher, based upon a minimum of three courses exclusive of those taken pass/fail.
- Scholar in Art Award (Book Prize): Selected by the faculty of the Art and Art History Department. Designed to honor an outstanding student majoring in art or art education.
Portfolio
Portfolio available upon request.
Timeline
Practicum Intern
CHD Hawthorn Elder Care
01.2024 - 05.2024
Volunteer
Blue Fox Run Golf Course
06.2023 - 06.2023
Assistant
Sand & Sun Creations
05.2023 - 07.2023
Logo Design
Washington & Jefferson College
03.2023 - 05.2023
Gallery Attendant
Washington & Jefferson College (Olin Arts Center)
08.2022 - 05.2023
Secretary/Assistant
Zarin Truck & Automotive
06.2022 - 08.2022
Artist
Butler Art Center
03.2022 - 04.2022
Sales Associate
Coen Markets
03.2021 - 06.2022
Small Business Owner
Butterfly Mania
07.2020 - Current
Sales Associate
JCPenney
06.2019 - 08.2019
Master of Education - Art Therapy And Counseling
Springfield College
Bachelor of Arts - Studio Art And Psychology
Washington & Jefferson College
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