Melissa P. Lloyd
Bartlett
Summary
Professional Experience Dedicated and passionate educator with extensive knowledge in teaching and updating instructional methods. Committed to mentoring students to boost engagement and overall success. Outgoing, friendly, and highly attentive to detail.
Overview
37
37
years of professional experience
Work History
Educator Grades 9-12
Maine West High School District 207
Des Plaines
01.1995 - 05.2025
- Currently teaching responsibilities include Photography 1, 2, 3, 4, Advanced Placement
- Digital Art 1, 2, 3
- Art 1
- Past years teaching responsibilities Ceramics and Design
- Professional Learning Team Department Leader
- Art Show Liaison and Coordinator
- Coordinator for all building artwork
- Student Council Sponsor
- National Art Honor Society Sponsor
- Integrated educational technologies to create engaging and interactive learning experiences.
- Delivered personalized support to students with diverse learning needs, fostering academic growth.
- Collaborated with colleagues to create interdisciplinary projects and assessments.
- Guided new educators in effective teaching strategies and classroom management, improving their instructional skills.
Project Coordinator/Studio Manager/Representative
David Bentley Photography
Chicago
01.1993 - 01.1995
- Project Coordinator for all phases of advertising print productions
- Served as liaison between clients and photographer, ensuring clear communication and alignment on project goals
- Coordinate clients, models, and photographer, as well as stylist, assistants and make-up artist
- Assisted in styling various jobs, ensuring alignment with client vision and project requirements.
- Coordinated all layouts and pre-production planning prior to production.
- Managed estimating and invoicing processes, facilitating accurate financial tracking for projects
- Promoted new business by initiating client contacts and presenting portfolio, enhancing company visibility and client engagement
- Coordinated project timelines and schedules with photographers and clients.
Executive Coordinator
Arlene Semel and Associates Interior Design
Chicago
01.1991 - 01.1993
- Facilitated communication between principal and designers
- Managed contact with clients and vendors
- Project coordination and scheduling through all phases of the production
- Customer service: invoicing, tracking, purchase orders and budgets
- Print promotion of Arlene Semel and Associates
Project Coordinator/Studio Manager
Gwendolen Cates Photography
Chicago
01.1988 - 01.1991
- Coordinated and scouted locations, secured approvals and permits for shoots
- Arrangements for all location and studio shoots
- Executed lighting setups, styled scenes, and arranged props to enhance photo shoot quality
- Booking: photographer, clients, subjects/models, assistants, grooming as well as all equipment
- Responsible for handling film through pre and post production
- Managed syndication and promoted print materials to increase visibility and audience reach
Education
M.A. - Photography
Northern Illinois University
01.1999
B.F.A. - Art Education
University of Illinois at Chicago
05.1995
B.F.A. - Graphic Design, Photo/Film/Video
University of Illinois At Chicago
05-1988
Skills
- Curriculum development
- Assessment design
- Project-based learning
- Classroom management
- Technology integration
- Visual arts instruction
- Educational leadership
Accomplishments
IDSA Career Achievement Recognition 2025
Timeline
Educator Grades 9-12
Maine West High School District 207
01.1995 - 05.2025
Project Coordinator/Studio Manager/Representative
David Bentley Photography
01.1993 - 01.1995
Executive Coordinator
Arlene Semel and Associates Interior Design
01.1991 - 01.1993
Project Coordinator/Studio Manager
Gwendolen Cates Photography
01.1988 - 01.1991
M.A. - Photography
Northern Illinois University
B.F.A. - Art Education
University of Illinois at Chicago
B.F.A. - Graphic Design, Photo/Film/Video
University of Illinois At Chicago