Maggie Christiansen
Finchville,KY
Summary
Hard working, fast learner, and an experienced creator. Trustworthy, organized, goal oriented, and deadline-driven. Skilled at distilling complicated concepts into easy to understand information and visuals. Looking to provide my experience to a company that values ambition, creativity, and hard work, while providing opportunities for advancement.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Ceramics Director
Camp Bryn Mawr
01.2024 - 07.2024
- Led the ceramics department/program by supervising staff, creating lesson plans, teaching classes, and firing the work
- Provided additional leadership and support for other programs and general camp activities
- Cultivated a positive work environment by fostering open communication channels and empowering employees to voice their ideas.
- Monitored and coordinated workflows to optimize resources.
- Facilitated cross-functional collaboration for improved decision-making processes within the organization.
Ambassador Scholar
Eckerd College
01.2023 - 01.2024
- Communication with admission counselors regarding outgoing and incoming students, communicating with students regarding admissions, scheduling meetings and campus tours, and performing various duties at the Admissions Office.
Ceramics Teachers Assistant and Lab Tech
Eckerd College
01.2023 - 01.2024
- Assisting the Ceramic Studio Professor with all studio/lab duties to include unloading kilns, programming and firing electric kilns, mixing glazes and giving instruction to students.
- Expedited project completion times due to the ability to multitask effectively under tight deadlines.
Manager
Black Jack Tech Diving
01.2022 - 01.2023
- Performed tasks related to scuba diving including fixing and managing equipment, training employees, and personal training related to safe diving and medical emergency practices.
- Accomplished multiple tasks within established timeframes.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by resolving disputes promptly, maintaining open lines of communication, and ensuring high-quality service delivery.
- Developed and maintained relationships with customers and suppliers through account development.
- Streamlined workflows by identifying bottlenecks in existing systems and implementing appropriate solutions.
Photographer
Camp Hi-Ho
01.2019 - 01.2021
- Was the sole photographer for 1,000 campers and produced 500 photo packages per week
- Pitched and sold these packages and coordinated with camp staff to ensure every camper was included.
- Delivered high-quality images under tight deadlines, demonstrating strong time management skills.
- Developed strong relationships with families/clients through clear communication and professionalism.
- Managed and organized photo database using consistent naming conventions and key-wording for search optimization.
Sale's Associate
American Eagle Store
01.2019 - 01.2020
- Organized racks and shelves to maintain store visual appeal, engage customers, and promote specific merchandise.
- Handled cash transactions efficiently while adhering to company cash handling policies, ensuring accuracy in all financial exchanges.
- Maintained calm demeanor and professionally managed issues in busy, high-stress situations.
Education
B.A. in Visual Arts -
Eckerd College
St. Petersburg, FL05.2024
Skills
- Strategic Planning
- Verbal and written communication
- People Management
- Operations Management
- Team Management
- Creativity and Innovation
Exhibitionrecord
- 2024, The Exploration of Medium and the Faults of Humanity
- 2023, Sophomore Show, Cobb Gallery, Eckerd College
Publications
- Eckerd Review, 2023
- Collision Literary Magazine, 2023
- Ethnobot Tea Club, 2023
- All That Is Good by Dr. Jamesetta, 2019
References
- Dawn Daisley, ddaisley@eckerd.edu, Adjunct professor of Printmaking and Monotype
- Tony Baker, bakert@eckerd.edu, Professor of Ceramics
- Louise Daoust, daoustle@eckerd.edu, Professor of Philosophy and Ethics
- Hudson Wells, -hudsonewells1@gmail.com, (361)-446-3198, Coworker at Black Jack Tech Diving
- Sarah Johnson, scjohnson1110@gmail.com, 856-341-5152, Bryn Mawr supervisor
Timeline
Ceramics Director
Camp Bryn Mawr
01.2024 - 07.2024
Ambassador Scholar
Eckerd College
01.2023 - 01.2024
Ceramics Teachers Assistant and Lab Tech
Eckerd College
01.2023 - 01.2024
Manager
Black Jack Tech Diving
01.2022 - 01.2023
Photographer
Camp Hi-Ho
01.2019 - 01.2021
Sale's Associate
American Eagle Store
01.2019 - 01.2020
B.A. in Visual Arts -
Eckerd College