Meredith Verberkmoes

After I took time off for rehabilitation of a medical injury I developed a high level of skill in planning and navigating wilderness survival. Through my experience of learning self sufficiency in high risk scenarios, I realized my passion and talent for helping others achieve their dreams of moving life in new directions. I have specialized abilities in making people feel safe to surround themselves in new territory and exciting destinations.

• 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.
• Consulted with clients to discuss commission ideas and style preferences to create mutually agreeable project parameters.
• Contributed to creative process through original ideas.

• Worked with a team of people at IFA Nursuries handling tree seedlings to be sent forward for planting.
• Involved standing, pushing and pulling up to five pounds of trees on a fast paced assembly line.
• Separated and graded tree seedlings by size and by inspecting root content.
• Collaborated with other graders to ensure a fair and balanced assessment of all workers efforts.
• Managed deadlines effectively, ensuring timely completion of all required tasks while maintaining high-quality standards throughout the evaluation process.

• Led after-school programs for kids and a self created art class called Wine and Design for adults.
• Focused on specific artistic disciplines such as painting and drawing, offering additional opportunities for student growth outside of regular class hours.
• Managed budgets for art supplies while maintaining high-quality materials accessible for all students throughout the year.
• Developed lesson plans surrounding various types of art, history and culture.
• Prepared and gathered materials for detailed lesson plans.
• Developed strong relationships with parents, involving them in the creative process of their children's education.