Kristin McNeill
Denver,CO
Summary
As a trained artist, experienced project manager, and creative thinker, I bring a diverse skill set to each endeavor. I specialize in innovative problem-solving and compassionate leadership. I have an intuitive talent for building client relationships and comprehending individual needs. I excel in adapting to emerging technologies and promoting well-being in the workplace. My passion is in mindfully shaping spaces that nurture well-being in all dimensions – mental, emotional, physical, spiritual, and virtual. I am committed to nurturing success in harmony with Wisdom For Life's mission
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Artist & Owner
The Finishing Studio
03.2004 - Current
- Founder of The Finishing Studio & www.thefinishingstudio.com
- Marketing, Studio Branding,
- Great Client relations & PR
- Estimating & Invoicing
- On Site Art Direction,
- All aspects of Team Building, Training, and Hiring
- Professional Store Front & Studio Direction
- Custom Design, New Unique Finishes & Techniques
- Product Design for High End Homes & Businesses
- Fine Finish Installation
Healing Apprentice
Traditional Healing Retreats
02.2019 - 09.2023
- Worked under Guidance of Experienced Practitioners to Create Safe Healing Practices & Environments
- Learned wide range of simple and complex traditional Healing techniques
- Assisted & Guided groups of up to 45 people
- Informed, Counseled, and Supported Participants of Various Stages of Healing Process
- Tracked & Monitored Environment for Maximum Comfort & Safety
- Kept Food & Kitchen Well Organized & Stocked
- Meals Delivered & Cleared with Ease
Artist Manager/ The Finishing Studio
OZ Architecture, Lone Rock Retreat/ NetFlix Client
02.2019 - 04.2021
- Aligned with Designers & Architects goals with corresponding action plans and timelines.
- Custom Design Plans for the Architects Vision.
- Promoted friendly collaboration between talent and production teams for efficient project completion.
- Large Scale Project, & Installations
- Creating Finishes and Environments For the Theme of "Old Timey" Interiors.
- Set realistic expectations with clients to consistently deliver on expectations
- Created amazing results and Beautiful fantastical environments.
Symbiosis Eclipse Festival
Symbiosis Festivals
05.2017 - 09.2017
- Land Art Lead & Visionary Art Temple
- Visionary designs of Temple and Various Art Installations
- Site Drawings, Event Circulation Planning & Layouts for Location of Art Installations over 400 acres
- Proposals and
- Finding Creative Budget Solutions
- Procuring Supplies
- Enlisting over 80 Artists & Builders from Around the Country
- Running onsite Installations
- Training and Managing Build Crew
Project Manager- Art Director
Adorned By Flaiir
01.2009 - 03.2017
- Orchestrated Large-Scale Art Installations,
- Met Deadlines in Adverse Conditions
- Led team dynamics & Facilitated Group Ethics, & Cultural Introspective Practices
- Set Designs for Event Spaces
- Leading Projects from Vision to Execution
- Festival & Event Installations
- Labyrinths
- Costume Design and Creation
- Teaching Workshops
Education
Graduate Studies - Fine Arts
California State Northridge
Northridge, CAGraduate Studies - Transpersonal Psychology
Gaia University
OngoingBachelor of Fine Arts - Fine Art And Painting
Northern Arizona University
Flagstaff AZ05.2000
Skills
- Event Production
- Large Scale Installations & Project Management
- Creative Problem-Solving, Visionary & Innovative Thinking
- PR, Client Relations, & Consultations
- Estimation and Invoicing, Strong Analytical Skills
- Interior Finishes Expert and Teacher
- Trained Fine Artist
- Custom Concept & Design Development
- Inspirational Team building & Team Player
- Emotional Intelligence & Compassionate Conflict Resolution
- Exceptional at Building efficiency into existing systems
- Proficiency in Google Apps, spreadsheets, Quickbooks, Word, Mind mapping etc
- Working knowledge of Photoshop, Abelton, project management tools and website design
- Swift adaptation to software and technologies
Websites
Certification
- Contractors License - 2004
- Painting [The Finishing Studio]
Timeline
Healing Apprentice
Traditional Healing Retreats
02.2019 - 09.2023
Artist Manager/ The Finishing Studio
OZ Architecture, Lone Rock Retreat/ NetFlix Client
02.2019 - 04.2021
Symbiosis Eclipse Festival
Symbiosis Festivals
05.2017 - 09.2017
Project Manager- Art Director
Adorned By Flaiir
01.2009 - 03.2017
Artist & Owner
The Finishing Studio
03.2004 - Current
Graduate Studies - Fine Arts
California State Northridge
Graduate Studies - Transpersonal Psychology
Gaia University
Bachelor of Fine Arts - Fine Art And Painting
Northern Arizona University
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