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Kylee McKinney

Denver,CO

Summary

Excelling Color Specialist and Sales Associate, leveraging color theory expertise and exceptional customer service skills to enhance project outcomes and customer satisfaction. Proactive approach in offering expert color consultations and creative solutions significantly improved client retention. Played a key role in team collaboration and training, embodying reliability and creativity.


Professional artist with experience in studio environments, skilled in digital and traditional media. Adept at team collaboration and adapting to changing project needs. Strong focus on delivering high-quality results, with expertise in studio arts, graphic design, and creative problem-solving. Reliable team member with proactive approach to achieving project goals.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience

Work History

Color Specialist and Sales Associate

Sherwin-Williams
04.2022 - Current
  • Provided expert color consultations to customers, assisting with selecting paint colors based on preferences, room lighting, and design trends.
  • Ensured a high level of customer service by offering personalized recommendations and creative solutions for both residential and commercial projects.
  • Maintained up-to-date knowledge of the latest industry trends, product lines, and painting techniques to provide relevant advice to clients.
  • Collaborated with team members to improve overall store performance, sharing best practices, and offering support as needed.
  • Assisted in training new staff members on company policies, product information, and sales techniques for a seamless onboarding experience.
  • Managed conflict resolution with dissatisfied customers professionally, resulting in improved customer retention rates.
  • Maintained accurate inventory records to ensure adequate stock levels, minimizing out-of-stock situations that could impact customer satisfaction.

Education

Bachelor of Fine Arts - Art Practices - Drawing & Painting

University of Colorado Denver
Denver, CO
05-2025

Skills

  • Color Theory Expertise
  • Adobe Creative Suite proficiency
  • Teamwork and Collaboration
  • Customer Service
  • Problem-Solving
  • Time Management
  • Attention to Detail
  • Multitasking
  • Reliability
  • Excellent Communication
  • Organizational Skills
  • Creativity and Originality

Gallery Shows and Exhibitions

Lawrence St. Mall, Auraria Campus; CU Denver Art Practices Club Fall Art Market (2024)

Pirate Contemporary Art Gallery; The Ties That Bind Us, A juried show by Andrew Palamara (2024)

Memento Mori Gallery & Tattoo; Pop Pulp, A juried show by Joe Oliver (2023)

Emmanuel Gallery; Guilty, A juried show by Stella Yu and David Griggs (2023)

LowDown Brewery and Kitchen; Art on Tap (2023)

Pirate Contemporary Art Gallery; New Life, Rebirth, Resurrection, A juried show by Kim Dickey (2023)

Emmanuel Gallery; CU Denver Art Practices Club Holiday Market (2022)

Pirate Contemporary Art Gallery; The Outsider Show (2022)

Pirate Contemporary Art Gallery; Inclusivity, A juried Show by Suzanne Faris (2022)

Emmanuel Gallery; Performance Art Week X (PAW X) (2022)

BRDG Project Gallery Student-Run Show (2021)



Workshops and Demonstrations

  • Printmaking and chine collé workshop (2024)
  • Denver Kindercare painting class (2024)

Timeline

Color Specialist and Sales Associate

Sherwin-Williams
04.2022 - Current

Bachelor of Fine Arts - Art Practices - Drawing & Painting

University of Colorado Denver
Kylee McKinney