Matthew James
Phoenix,AZ
Summary
Professional multimedia artist who uses variety of materials and techniques to create original works of art for private sales, merchandise and entertainment. Talented individual consistently comes up with new ideas and methods for creating art and is highly passionate about developing and producing high-quality artwork for various purposes.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Illustrator
Self
01.2015 - Current
- Use social media to engage clients and build relationships.
- Transform ideas into high-quality posters, stickers and other creations to fulfill client requests.
- Apply artistic and illustrative techniques to print and electronic products.
- Use software design skills to create images for diverse clients.
- Determine and produce appropriate design files for screen print to create high-quality finished products.
- Create interesting artwork with appropriate textures, shadows and features.
- Communicate with clients and provide options to ensure client satisfaction.
Sculptor
Self
06.2016 - Current
- Carve dolls and busts from clay.
- Followed detailed directions for commissioned pieces.
- Developed art and design concepts.
- Paint faces, sew clothes, create and style wigs
Content Creator
Self
01.2016 - Current
- Create original lifestyle content for Youtube.
- Maintain and connect with Youtube subscribers (275k+)
- Apply current editing and photography tools to tell great stories.
- Scout filming locations.
- Film and edit all content.
- Utilize skills in Final Cut Pro.
- Create thumbnails, captions, descriptions and hashtags.
- Work with brands to create promotional content.
Performer
Self
01.2015 - Current
- Travel internationally as a self-managed performer and DJ
- Develop relationships with individuals and productions, applying effective strategies and techniques to promote self.
- Collaborate with talent bookers to make accurate reservations.
- Negotiate with managers and promoters regarding contractual rights and obligations.
- Manage business and financial affairs such as arranging travel and lodging, selling tickets and directing marketing and advertising activities.
- Demonstrate respect, friendliness and willingness to provide wherever needed.
- Work flexible hours; night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
- Maintain energy and enthusiasm in fast-paced environment.
- Use critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
- Adapt to wide variety of personalities.
- Create fashionable stage-wear.
- Create and manage social media presence and connect with followers (1M+)
- Has flown over one-million miles for contracted appearances.
Hairstylist
Chicago Male Salon
01.2011 - 01.2013
- Educated customers on products to maximize benefits.
- Processed payments, entering sales in register for prompt customer service.
- Scheduled customer appointments and rearranged individual time slots to meet demand.
- Suggested treatments and styles to suit customer appearance and fashion choices.
- Trimmed, cut and shaped hair and hairpieces based on customer preference.
Hairstylist
Manetamed
01.2012 - 01.2013
- Trimmed, cut and shaped hair and hairpieces based on customer preference.
- Mixed pigments and used proper techniques to achieve desired color.
- Recorded notes for future reference about customer preferences and services delivered.
- Determined appropriate hair treatments based on conditions and textures.
- Created memorable customer experiences, adding bonus services such as head and neck massages during appointments.
- Counted and documented opening and closing cash amounts daily.
Hairstylist
Whole Salon Spa
01.2008 - 01.2010
- Trimmed, cut and shaped hair and hairpieces based on customer preference.
- Organized sales area and work station to showcase products and boost sales.
- Completed wet styling, thermal styling, permanent waving and hair relaxing services.
- Designed individualized plans to assist customers in healing damaged or dry hair.
- Permed, relaxed and bleached hair for customers daily.
- Distributed business cards outside of salon to generate new business.
- Serviced high-profile clients with intricate coloring and highlighting techniques.
- Escorted guests to and from treatment rooms for specialty salon services.
Education
Associate of Arts - Cosmetology
Aveda Institute
St. Petersburg, FL2018
High School Diploma -
Dunedin Highschool
Dunedin, FLSkills
- Highly artistic and self-motivated
- Mixed media knowledge
- Wide variety of work experience and talents
- Organized, goal oriented, efficient, problem-solving skills
- Fine arts expertise, clay modeling, photography/videography, fashion and design knowledge
- Administration, management and financial operations
Timeline
Sculptor
Self
06.2016 - Current
Content Creator
Self
01.2016 - Current
Illustrator
Self
01.2015 - Current
Performer
Self
01.2015 - Current
Hairstylist
Manetamed
01.2012 - 01.2013
Hairstylist
Chicago Male Salon
01.2011 - 01.2013
Hairstylist
Whole Salon Spa
01.2008 - 01.2010
Associate of Arts - Cosmetology
Aveda Institute
High School Diploma -
Dunedin Highschool