Ian Jones
White Salmon
Summary
Results-driven Lead Potter with a strong work ethic and expertise in team leadership. Committed to fostering a positive work environment and enhancing staff development to achieve production goals.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead Potter
Wolf Ceramics
Hood River, OR
07.2023 - Current
- hold team accountable to production goals and to quality control standards.
- Provide demonstration for throwers for all forms, as needed.
- Touch base with with each thrower at the beginning of their production run and again midweek. Produce feedback and input. Advise team on how to reach their goals.
- Lead biweekly thrower team meetings discussing issues and what we are working towards as a team
- Support throwers in setting and meeting their timing and skills goals.
Scenic Artist Lead
The Companies of Nassal
Orlando, FL
01.2013 - 07.2022
- Crafted detailed scenic elements to enhance visual storytelling in theme park attractions.
- Collaborated with design teams to develop innovative solutions for complex artistic challenges.
- Supervised junior artists, providing mentorship and guidance on technical skills and artistic techniques.
- Implemented efficient workflows, reducing production time while maintaining high-quality standards.
- Create faux finish samples for art directors before production run begins to make sure consistency and quality is maintained throughout large scale projects (i.e Harry Potter, Star wars, Avatar) Projects for Disney and Universal
Education
Associate of Science - History
Valencia College
Orlando, FLSkills
- Strong work ethic
- Problem-solving
- Worksite safety
- Staff training and development
- Workplace safety
- Developing strengths of teammates
- Advocate for a positive work environment
Timeline
Lead Potter
Wolf Ceramics
07.2023 - Current
Scenic Artist Lead
The Companies of Nassal
01.2013 - 07.2022
Associate of Science - History
Valencia College