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Kathleen Cuda

Pittsburgh,PA

Summary

Motivated, hard working candidate. I am eager to develop skills by working on fine jewelry productions. Proficient at handling multiple tasks without sacrificing quality or accuracy.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience

Work History

Barista

California Coffee Bar
07.2021 - Current
  • Trained new team members with positive reinforcement and clear instruction.
  • Controlled line and crowd with quick, efficient service.
  • Maintained regular and consistent attendance and punctuality.

Metals Studio Assistant

Penland School of Craft
09.2025 - 11.2025
  • Kept the studio running smoothly and safely.
  • Worked with the studio coordinator regarding studio safety, materials, and supplies.
  • Communicated with the students, administration, instructor, and the studio coordinator to maintain a safe and constructive learning environment.
  • Encouraged students to have safe and effective metalsmithing practices.
  • Supervised studio clean-up.

Studio Monitor

Pennsylvania Western University
08.2022 - 05.2024
  • Assisted students with soldering, cold connections, lost wax casting, polishing, and various other metalsmithing techniques.
  • Monitored student work to identify weaknesses and provide recommendations for improvement.
  • Maintained studio safety and closed down studio at the end of the night.

Education

Bachelor of Fine Arts - Jewelry And Metalsmithing

Pennsylvania Western University
Edinboro, PA
05-2024

Skills

  • Metal casting
  • Soldering
  • Annealing
  • Flush setting and bezel setting
  • Problem-solving abilities
  • Attention to detail

Timeline

Metals Studio Assistant

Penland School of Craft
09.2025 - 11.2025

Studio Monitor

Pennsylvania Western University
08.2022 - 05.2024

Barista

California Coffee Bar
07.2021 - Current

Bachelor of Fine Arts - Jewelry And Metalsmithing

Pennsylvania Western University
Kathleen Cuda