Isaac Outley
Summary
Art Director with 25 years of experience leading teams in the Arts industry. Expert in mentoring and coaching artists to encourage development of personal style and techniques. Highly experienced in promoting and installing exhibits. Excelled in design and sculpting for high-profile clients like Coca Cola and Disney World. Demonstrates exceptional team-building and project management skills, ensuring timely and budget-conscious project execution. Pragmatic professional with solid experience in leadership roles. Adept at implementing strategic business plans, driving growth and improving operations.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
CEO
The Driftwood Company
01.2008 - Current
- Design and planning, budget review, building and installing custom fabricated products with commercial and residential clients.
- Established access and personal business relations with regional and international artists.
- Built productive relationships with industry partners and competitors to support strategic business objectives.
Art Director
Artistic Contractors
02.2008 - 03.2015
- Trained new team members to apply artistic practices and proper use of development tools.
- Delivered high-quality work on time and within budget, earning positive feedback from clients.
- Created and managed project plans, timelines and budgets.
- Managed multiple projects simultaneously while maintaining strict adherence to deadlines and budgets.
- Coordinated timely delivery of materials and resources to job sites, preventing delays in project timelines.
- Kept site work safe and in line with budget, schedule, and applicable building codes.
- Performed regular inspections of job sites to verify staff and subcontractor observance of important safety protocols.
- Implemented changes requested by designers, owners, or inspectors to conform to specifications or updated demands.
Fabrication Manager
Pizzazz Scenic Contractors
02.2006 - 04.2008
- Created a culture of teamwork and accountability by recognizing individual achievements while emphasizing the importance of collective success in achieving department objectives.
- Enhanced efficiency by streamlining fabrication processes and manufacturing techniques.
- Optimized resource allocation by closely monitoring project progress and adjusting staff assignments accordingly.
- Utilized a variety of materials and mediums to produce versatile products suitable for diverse artistic designs.
Scenic Artist
Mugwump Productions
04.2001 - 04.2006
- Efficiently managed time and resources to complete multiple projects simultaneously, meeting tight deadlines.
- Mentored junior artists, providing valuable guidance on industry best practices and techniques for scenic design.
- Collaborated with directors and production teams to develop unique and eye-catching visuals for various projects.
Art Instructor
Museum Of Modern Art
01.1999 - 11.1999
- Led after-school programs focused on specific artistic disciplines such as drawing and painting, offering additional opportunities for student growth outside of regular class hours.
- Managed budgets for art supplies while maintaining high-quality materials accessible for all students throughout the year.
- Planned and executed activities to promote skill and talent development.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - General Sculpture, Drawing, Painting
Maryland Institute College of Art And Design
Baltimore, MDMarie Walsh Sharpe Art Foundation
Colorado Springs, COSculpture, Drawing, Painting, Print Making
Douglas Anderson
Jacksonville, FLSculpture, Drawing, Painting
National Foundation Advancement of Art Recipient
Miami, FLSkills
Smithsonian Institute, Washington DC
Exhibits
Museum Of Modern Art, Jacksonville, Fl
Exhibits
Cummer Museum of Art and Gardens, Jacksonville, Fl
Retrospective
Jacksonville Zoo, Jacksonville, Fl
Design, Sculpture, painting
St Johns County Time Capsule Project
Design, build, installation, St Augustine, Fl
Mayaguez Puerto Rico Zoo
Design, sculpt, installation
Universal Studios
Design, sculpt, installation
Disney
Sculpt, installation
Coca Cola
Sculpt, installation
Timeline
Art Director
Artistic Contractors
02.2008 - 03.2015
CEO
The Driftwood Company
01.2008 - Current
Fabrication Manager
Pizzazz Scenic Contractors
02.2006 - 04.2008
Scenic Artist
Mugwump Productions
04.2001 - 04.2006
Art Instructor
Museum Of Modern Art
01.1999 - 11.1999
Bachelor of Arts - General Sculpture, Drawing, Painting
Maryland Institute College of Art And Design
Marie Walsh Sharpe Art Foundation
Sculpture, Drawing, Painting, Print Making
Douglas Anderson
Sculpture, Drawing, Painting
National Foundation Advancement of Art Recipient
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