Katie Gray

The Helm LLC

09.2020 - Current

Consulted with customers to assess needs and propose optimal solutions, Tattooing upwards of 40 clients a week.
Trained and motivated employees to perform daily business functions.
Managed day-to-day business operations.
Enhanced operational efficiency and productivity by managing budgets, accounts, and costs.
Established foundational processes for business operations.
Monitored market conditions to set accurate product pricing and take advantage of emerging trends.
Organized and attended trade shows and special events to showcase products, network with other businesses and attract new customers.
Supervised creation of exciting merchandise displays to catch attention of store customers.
Recruited, hired, and trained initial personnel, working to establish key internal functions and outline scope of positions for new organization.
Established and maintained productive, professional working relationships to promote beneficial project results.
Tracked trends and suggested enhancements to both challenge and refine company's product offerings.

ATAK: Analog Tattoo Arts Kolectiv

08.2019 - 08.2020

Responsible for curating shows, managing group exhibitions + managing client lists
Curated art exhibitions with attendees upwards of 500-1000 viewers per night.
Worked on machine repairs + technical equipment testing
Consulted with, and tattooed clients to developing custom works.
Contributed to creative process through original ideas and inspiration.
Consulted with clients to discuss commission ideas and style preferences to create mutually agreeable project parameters.
Participated in creative brainstorming sessions to develop new ideas or improve existing ones.
Developed art and design concepts.
Built and maintained working relationships with galleries and other art venues.
Produced drawings and paintings for advertising campaigns and publications.

BlackHeart Tattoo

05.2018 - 08.2019

Tattooer, responsible for the comfort and safety of clients and customers
As well as managing the functionality of mechanical equipment + creation of body art
Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
Consulted approximately 10 clients a week, developing custom designs.
Tattooed upwards of 50 clients per week

New York Adorned

03.2017 - 05.2018

Tattooer, responsible for the comfort and safety of clients and customers
As well as managing the functionality of mechanical equipment + creation of body art
Managed client requests of approximately 20 per week.
Worked with and tattooed approximately 15-20 clients per week.
Paid attention to detail while completing assignments.
Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
Increased the shops revenue by 20% within the first two months.

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