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James Pieniaszek

Phelan,CA

Summary

I work with children at Hillside Community Church on a volunteer basis. I have experience working with others in a variety of circumstances from radio, food service and art. I am quick to learn no matter what positions I take on.

Overview

28
28
years of professional experience

Work History

Children's Ministry

Hillside Community Church
10.2023 - Current
  • Maintained safe and nurturing environment for children.
  • Supervised children from ages 4 to 12 years.


Volunteer Position


Head Artist

Lurch Glass
05.2003 - Current
  • Enhanced creative output by implementing innovative design techniques and trends.
  • Collaborated with marketing team for successful ad campaigns and increased brand visibility.
  • Mentored junior artists, improving their skills and overall productivity within the team.
  • Developed visually compelling presentations, resulting in higher client satisfaction rates.
  • Generated unique concepts that drove customer engagement and generated positive feedback.
  • Managed project timelines effectively, ensuring all deliverables were completed on schedule and within budget constraints.
  • Conducted research on industry trends, incorporating relevant ideas into projects for continuous improvement of creative output.
  • Oversaw quality control measures, guaranteeing high standards of work delivered by the art department.
  • Negotiated contracts with vendors and suppliers, securing favorable terms while maintaining quality expectations.
  • Presented creative concepts persuasively to clients, winning new business opportunities for the company consistently over time.
  • Created comprehensive style guides that ensured consistent visual identity throughout various projects or campaigns.
  • Contributed to creative process through original ideas and inspiration.
  • Implemented artistic vision to give art purpose and meaning.
  • Participated in creative brainstorming sessions to develop new ideas or improve existing ones.
  • Ordered and maintained adequate supply of materials, supplies, and equipment.
  • Exercised and demonstrated use and mastery of elements of design to meet goals.
  • Researched industry trends and evaluated competitive pieces to enhance creativity and gather fresh ideas.
  • Developed art and design concepts.
  • Created commissioned artwork for organizations and private clients.
  • Experimented with variety of styles and techniques to produce unique works of art.
  • Managed creative process from concept to completion for various art projects.
  • Collaborated with other artists on various art projects and installations.
  • Participated in art exhibitions and shows to showcase work.
  • Built and maintained working relationships with galleries and other art venues.

Production Artist

Blowfish Glass
11.2000 - 02.2003
  • Enhanced production quality by streamlining workflows and implementing efficient processes.
  • Increased project turnaround time by effectively managing priorities and multi-tasking in a fast-paced environment.
  • Contributed to cost-saving initiatives by identifying opportunities for increased efficiency within the production process.
  • Upheld a high level of accuracy while working under tight deadlines, maintaining consistent quality control measures.

Fast Food Worker

In-N-Out Burger
04.1998 - 11.2000
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by providing efficient and friendly service in a fast-paced environment.
  • Maintained cleanliness and organization of the dining area, ensuring a pleasant atmosphere for customers.
  • Streamlined order processing by accurately taking and inputting orders to minimize wait time for customers.
  • Improved food quality by adhering to strict preparation guidelines and consistently checking for freshness.
  • Ensured prompt delivery of takeout orders by efficiently packaging items and verifying accuracy before handing them off to customers or drivers.
  • Increased repeat business through exceptional customer service and rapidly addressing any concerns or complaints.
  • Managed cash register transactions, balancing the till at the end of each shift with consistent accuracy.
  • Contributed to maintaining a positive work environment by fostering effective communication among team members.
  • Greeted customers promptly and took orders to keep flow of traffic moving.
  • Wiped counters and sanitized equipment to maintain clean food prep and dining areas.
  • Performed food preparation responsibilities to meet franchise standards for quantities, speed, and packaging.
  • Made change and returned correct cash and coin to patrons.
  • Performed serving, cleaning and stocking to high standards and provided excellent customer satisfaction.

Radio Producer

High Desert Broadcasting
04.1996 - 09.1999
  • Collaborated with on-air talent to develop compelling content, boosting listener retention.
  • Coordinated live broadcasts, ensuring seamless transitions between program segments and commercials.
  • Recruited top-tier guests for interviews, adding credibility and interest to the programming lineup.
  • Efficiently addressed unexpected challenges during live broadcasts, maintaining a seamless listening experience for the audience.
  • Facilitated communication between production staff and other departments to synchronize work.
  • Remained composed and highly professional in fast-paced and constantly changing environment, effectively handling challenging situations and difficult individuals to achieve objectives.
  • Managed production schedules for efficient workflow and timely delivery of content.

Education

No Degree - Various

Antelope Valley College
Lancaster, CA

High School Diploma -

Desert Christian High School
Lancaster, CA
06.1996

Skills

Teamwork

Self Sufficiency

Improvisation

Fast Learning

Comfortable working with hands

Able to follow direction

Timeline

Children's Ministry

Hillside Community Church
10.2023 - Current

Head Artist

Lurch Glass
05.2003 - Current

Production Artist

Blowfish Glass
11.2000 - 02.2003

Fast Food Worker

In-N-Out Burger
04.1998 - 11.2000

Radio Producer

High Desert Broadcasting
04.1996 - 09.1999

No Degree - Various

Antelope Valley College

High School Diploma -

Desert Christian High School
James Pieniaszek