MELANIE LINK
Austin,TX
Summary
Versatile hotel management professional successful working with all hotel departments to facilitate beautiful spaces, communication, quality, and service initiatives. Hardworking and resourceful with strong communication skills and adaptable approach. Extensive experience leading large groups of housekeepers, hotel staff, and art students in a variety of fast paced environments. Innovative manager with proven record of success in managing large teams of personnel. Promotes high standards of cleanliness and safety. Highly organized and attentive to detail with strong organizational and time management skills.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Artist/Owner
Vibrant Statements
2023.01 - Current
- Independent vendor of handmade goods and art at markets, festivals, and brick and mortar gift shops/boutiques
- Designed custom artwork for clients, meeting their creative vision and ensuring satisfaction with the final product
- Improved studio organization, creating more efficient workspace that facilitated creativity and productivity
- Generated increased commissions by effectively networking at art fairs and social events, showcasing portfolio to potential clients
Independent Decorator
Decadent Design
2002.01 - Current
- Consistently received positive feedback from clients regarding attention to detail, creativity, professionalism
- Collaborated with clients to develop personalized design concepts, resulting in uniquely tailored spaces
- Organized workflow efficiently to meet tight deadlines, enabling timely project completion
- Trained junior decorators in best practices and techniques, fostering professional growth within the team
Owner and Artist
Interior Artistry/Vibrant Statements
1999.01 - Current
- Independent artist working in homes and businesses creating custom wall, furniture, cabinet, and floor finishes
- Led a creative team of varying sizes to create beautiful, high quality designs and finishes
- Organized every step of the commissions including meetings, renderings/samples, training, estimates, supplies, schedules, creation, billing, and payroll
- Hired trained, and managed a high-performing team of employees dedicated to achieving company goals
- Trained and motivated employees to perform daily business functions
Painter II
Club Wyndham Austin
2020.01 - 2022.12
- Expertly managed all painting maintenance and upkeep in the 22 floor resort including all suites and common areas
- Researched and implemented solutions to ongoing issues around the resort
- Designed and created murals, installation art, displays, furniture, and special projects
- Effectively and efficiently trained incoming staff and collaborated with the engineering department to create a safe and beautiful resort
- Honored with title "Employee of the month" 3 separate times
- Maintained accurate records using computerized inventory system and performed inventory checks
- Led and organized the Safety Committee meetings in order to maintain and train thorough knowledge of industry regulations and guidelines to ensure compliance with all applicable laws
- Member of the "A" team
Assistant Manager and designer
The Grand Highland Hotel
2013.01 - 2018.12
- Effectively managed team of housekeepers, front desk, and ballroom staff in day to day operations and special events
- Managed payroll, tours, inventory, scheduling, client relations, tours, weddings, and parties
- Designed, painted, and decorated the 12 room boutique hotel, ballroom, and outdoor wedding venue
- Painted murals, designed all artwork, and decorative finishes in all rooms, common areas, and event areas
Education
Associates - Health Science and Art
Yavapai College
Prescott, AZ05.2017
Skills
Hotel Management
Housekeeping and maintenance
Visual Art Creation
Superb attention to detail
Budget Management
Business Management
Interior design knowledge
Complex problem solver
Scheduling Management
Staff hiring and training
Safety Procedures
Hotel software proficiency
Accomplishments
- Achieved Club Wyndham Austin "Employee of the Month" 3 times through independently exhibiting resourcefulness, creative problem solving, attention to detail, and consistency in dedication to team efforts
- Commissioned by ABC Network's "Extreme Makeover: Home Edition" to create one of a kind 360 Mural
- Design Awards: Kaleidoscope of Homes "Best in Show" Award two time Recipient
Certification
Modern Masters Instructor, 01/12, Present, Instructor for Modern Masters at International Decorative Painting Conventions and Art Retreats.
Timeline
Artist/Owner
Vibrant Statements
2023.01 - Current
Painter II
Club Wyndham Austin
2020.01 - 2022.12
Assistant Manager and designer
The Grand Highland Hotel
2013.01 - 2018.12
Independent Decorator
Decadent Design
2002.01 - Current
Owner and Artist
Interior Artistry/Vibrant Statements
1999.01 - Current
Modern Masters Instructor, 01/12, Present, Instructor for Modern Masters at International Decorative Painting Conventions and Art Retreats.
Associates - Health Science and Art
Yavapai College
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