Makala S. Moses
Conyers,GA
Summary
I am a professional artist with a keen eye for detail, color, and composition. I have a track record of bringing projects to life through innovative ideas. In addition to, creating compelling, inspiring, and engaging pieces.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead
Arden’s Garden
05.2023 - 09.2023
- The responsibilities and duties of a lead at the store were serving smoothies to customers and selling products such as juices, bars, snacks, and cleanses
- Displayed enthusiasm and promoted excellent service to customers, successfully increasing referrals, and walk-in business.
- Oversaw daily operations of service team, delegated tasks, and trained new staff.
- Cultivated warm relationships with regular customers.
- Kept register accurate through correct billing, payment processing, and cash management practices.
Barista
Starbucks
01.2021 - 03.2021
- The responsibilities and duties of a barista were to correctly prepare and hand out drinks and café food
- In addition, to bus and clean equipment and café setting
- Trained new employees, sharing knowledge and expertise of coffees, teas, and merchandise.
- Listened carefully to customer requests and created personalized, delicious beverages, which improved sales.
Photographer and Stylist
The Labels Boutique
04.2024 - Current
- Planned and prepared for on-location and studio shoots.
- Digitally edited photos to enhance appearance.
- Photographed high-quality images for various print and digital projects.
- Took photos from different angles and perspectives to capture perfect images.
- Assisted clients with wardrobes and backgrounds to photograph different looks, concepts, and locations.
- Educated clients about products and self-maintenance for healthy hair based on needs and preferences.
- Processed payments, entering sales in register for prompt customer service.
Host
Nakato Japanese Restaurant
11.2023 - 03.2024
- The responsibilities of this role were communication with my fellow hostess to seat customers at the correct tables and notify servers and what tables need attention
- In addition, provide a welcoming presence as soon as customers arrive and answer any question they may have
- Took reservations and to-go orders by phone, answered customer questions, and informed of accurate wait times.
- Trained new hostesses on customer service best practices and restaurant policies to maintain high standards of service.
- Completed daily side work and opening and closing duties without fail.
Prop Maker
Eazybreezystudios
03.2023 - 04.2023
- Met with customers and clients to determine project needs and prepared proposals incorporating production schedules, scopes of work, and budgets.
- Anticipated design issues and proved to be proactive in developing effective solutions.
- Collaborated with marketing teams to create and design memorable and successful campaigns.
- Researched and analyzed markets to identify trends and gain competitor insights for promotional purposes.
- Interfaced with the art director, designer, production manager, and print producer.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
Art tutor
Sketching pad
01.2019 - 01.2020
- The responsibilities and duties of my internship were to help assist the instructor in teaching and explaining color theory and painting techniques to elementary students
- In addition, I worked on the sales of art supplies and crafts
Education
High School -
Heritage High School
Conyers, GeorgiaCareer Academy - undefined
Rockdale Career Academy
Conyers, GeorgiaBachelor of Fine Arts - Illustration
SCAD
Skills
- Illustration
- Photoshop
- Graphic design
- Digital art
- Traditional art
- Sales enablement
- Influencer partnerships
- Branding
Accomplishments
- Adobe Certified
Artistic Skills
Illustration, SCAD Atlanta, Skilled in using Photoshop for editing photos and graphic design., Currently learning digital art and developing skill set., Strong traditional artist comfortable with oil pastels, graphite, paint-based mediums, and ink., Enjoys the challenge of trying new mediums and mastering them.
Leadership Experience
- Part of the Beta Club and National Honors Society for academic determination, communication skills, and willingness to work harder.
- Oversaw guiding students in understanding the importance of art in everyday life and encouraged them to express themselves through art.
- Part of the Black Alumni Leadership Club to teach and spread understanding of African American culture through art.
- Part of the illustration club at college to build connections in the field.
Timeline
Photographer and Stylist
The Labels Boutique
04.2024 - Current
Host
Nakato Japanese Restaurant
11.2023 - 03.2024
Lead
Arden’s Garden
05.2023 - 09.2023
Prop Maker
Eazybreezystudios
03.2023 - 04.2023
Barista
Starbucks
01.2021 - 03.2021
Art tutor
Sketching pad
01.2019 - 01.2020
Career Academy - undefined
Rockdale Career Academy
Bachelor of Fine Arts - Illustration
SCAD
High School -
Heritage High School
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