Kaitlyn Graves
Providence,RI
Summary
Full-time silversmith seeking supplemental income.
URI Master Gardener, avid vegetable grower, home landscaper, and native plant enthusiast with a background in drawing, painting, and sculpture. Loves taking on new challenges and eager to learn.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Community Food Bank Garden Volunteer
Borders farm Preservation, Inc.
04.2023 - Current
- Prepared soil for planting and sowing.
- Planting, upkeep, weeding, and harvest of community garden.
- Inspected for pests, weeds and diseases.
- All produce is donated to local food bank.
Silversmith
Tiffany & Co.
10.2019 - Current
- Form and fabricate silver major league sports trophies, statement and retail pieces based on technical drawings, specifications and/or SOPs
- Lead repairs and participate in training, process documentation, and R&D of new items
- Focus on safety, accuracy and quality during fabrication, development of new products and working as a team where needed to complete department goals.
- Uses strong analytical and problem-solving skills to develop effective solutions for challenging situations.
- Applies effective time management techniques to meet tight deadlines.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
Sculptor
Debbi Katz Productions
05.2019 - 11.2019
- Built sculptural structures and completed installation for 'Jack-o'-lantern Journey' held at Franklin Park Zoo in Boston
- Installed lighting, sound, and visual effects to create an immersive experience for customers.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless event execution and positive outcomes.
- Worked behind the scenes during nightly event to make sure everything ran smoothly
- Gave public demonstrations of relief-style carving.
Goldsmith
Hudson Valley Goldsmith
05.2017 - 05.2019
- Fabrication, repair, and sale of fine jewelry.
- Consistently met production quotas while maintaining exceptional craftsmanship standards across all completed projects.
- Estimated repair costs based on expected labor and materials requirements.
- Checked completed jewelry pieces to evaluate quality and made adjustments to align with customer demands.
Art Studio Assistant
Vivian Beer Studio Works
06.2018 - 07.2018
- Temporary Assistantship
- Assisted in production of high-quality sculptural pieces through meticulous attention to detail and steady handwork.
- Collaborated with and assisted Vivian Beer on various projects and R & D, contributing to successful products and outcomes.
- Collaborated with fellow studio assistant to complete large-scale projects efficiently while maintaining high-quality artistic standards.
Teacher's Assistant
SUNY New Paltz
01.2018 - 05.2018
- Assisted in teaching Intro metals/jewelry class
- Gave demos, assisted in grading, and performed studio upkeep.
- Presented wide range of information to students using hands-on instructional techniques for effective comprehension.
- Collaborated with teachers for lesson preparation by preparing materials and setting up equipment.
Customer Service Associate
Lowe's Home Improvement
05.2016 - 05.2017
- Cash register and customer service.
- Provided excellent customer care by responding to requests, assisting with product selection and handling ordering functions.
Prop Builder
Asian Islamic solidarity games 2017
02.2017 - 03.2017
- Built open ceremony copper forms.
- Paid attention to detail while completing assignments on time.
Education
Bachelor of Fine Arts - Metal And Jewelry Arts
SUNY New Paltz
New Paltz, NY05.2018
Bachelor of Fine Arts - Metal And Jewelry Arts
Pratt Institute
Utica, NY05.2015
Skills
- Native Plant Landscaping
- Organic Gardening Practices
- Horticulture
- Vegetable Gardening
- CAD, Microsoft suite, photoshop
- Blueprint reading
- Design, building, fabrication
- Drawing, painting, sculpture
- Metalworking, woodworking
- Research & Development
- Customer Service
Certification
URI Master Gardener Core Training Program - Class of 2022
Metal Workshop - "Traditional Turkish Coppersmithing," with Martin Moon, Peter's Valley School of Craft, Sandyston NJ, Summer 2018
Ceramics Workshop - "Form and Rhythm for the Table," with Hanako Nakazato, Haystack Mountain School of Crafts, Deer Isle Maine, Summer 2018
Iron Workshop - “Design and Fab-ulous,” with Vivian Beer, Penland School of Crafts, Penland NC, Summer 2017
Scholarships
Work-study Scholarship, Haystack Mountain School of Crafts, 2018
50% Tuition Scholarship, Peters Valley School of Craft, 2018
Higher Education Partners Program Scholarship, Penland School of Crafts and SUNY New Paltz, 2017
Presidential Merit Scholarship, Pratt MWPAI, Utica NY, 2013
Timeline
Community Food Bank Garden Volunteer
Borders farm Preservation, Inc.
04.2023 - Current
Silversmith
Tiffany & Co.
10.2019 - Current
Sculptor
Debbi Katz Productions
05.2019 - 11.2019
Art Studio Assistant
Vivian Beer Studio Works
06.2018 - 07.2018
Teacher's Assistant
SUNY New Paltz
01.2018 - 05.2018
Goldsmith
Hudson Valley Goldsmith
05.2017 - 05.2019
Prop Builder
Asian Islamic solidarity games 2017
02.2017 - 03.2017
Customer Service Associate
Lowe's Home Improvement
05.2016 - 05.2017
Bachelor of Fine Arts - Metal And Jewelry Arts
SUNY New Paltz
Bachelor of Fine Arts - Metal And Jewelry Arts
Pratt Institute
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