Natalie Williams
Cleveland,OH
Summary
Dynamic Co-Owner/Operator at Creative Mess Studio and passionate Teaching Artist, with a proven track record of developing engaging art lessons for students of all ages. Spearheaded innovative art education programs, significantly improving learning outcomes through effective lesson planning and team collaboration. Experienced in facilitating art exhibitions to showcase student work, fostering recognition and encouragement. Skilled in collaborating with school staff, parents, and community partners to advocate for the importance of creativity in education. Committed to providing a platform for students to express themselves through various art mediums and techniques.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Co-Owner/Operator
Creative Mess Studio
2021.04 - Current
- Developed and hosted engaging art workshops that catered to students of diverse learning styles and abilities. Workshops include step by step paintings, murals, afterschool programs, team building events, etc.
- Encouraged creativity and self-expression by fostering a positive and supportive classroom environment.
- Managed marketing and social media platforms to engage with followers and drive traffic to online website.
- Coordinated and curated school art exhibitions and events to showcase work, promote artistic talent and attract potential customers.
- Collaborated with colleagues to integrate art into cross-curricular projects, enhancing students' understanding of various subjects.
Teaching Artist
Art House
2017.09 - Current
- Developed short and long term art curriculum based on the needs of the community
- Enhanced student comprehension by incorporating visual aids and hands-on activities in lesson plans.
- Taught classes on painting, drawing, collage, and color theory.
- Evaluated student performance through ongoing assessments, adjusting instruction as needed to address areas of improvement.
- Prepared after-school enrichment activities for children to encourage student participation.
- Fostered love of learning in students through interactive and experiential learning opportunities.
Teaching Artist and OST Coordinator
Newbridge Cleveland Center for Arts&Technology
2015.09 - 2024.08
- Taught Graphic Design, Drawing, Painting, Collage, Photography, Mural art and mixed media design.
- Implemented innovative teaching strategies to accommodate diverse learning styles, resulting in increased engagement and understanding.
- Enhanced student comprehension by incorporating art, visual aids and hands-on activities in lesson plans.
- Mentored new teachers, providing guidance on effective instructional techniques and classroom management practices.
- Participated in professional development workshops to stay current on best teaching practices and industry trends.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress, using data-driven insights to inform instructional decision-making and communicate effectively with parents about their child''s performance.
- Managed behavioral issues and used positive behavior strategies for groups of up to 40 students.
- Developed strong relationships with students, fostering a positive and supportive learning environment.
- Modernized instructional plans and educational approaches to enhance student learning.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Drawing And Graphic Design
Cleveland Institute of Art
Cleveland, OH05.2010
Skills
- Drawing, Painting, Graphic Design
- Color mixing and color theory
- Photography and Photo editing
- Adobe Creative suite expert
- Gallery and Exhibit Preparation
- Operations and Marketing Management
- Team Collaboration and Leadership
- Customer Service
- Problem-solving abilities
- Classroom Management
- Student engagement
- Lesson Planning
- Social-Emotional Learning training
Timeline
Co-Owner/Operator
Creative Mess Studio
2021.04 - Current
Teaching Artist
Art House
2017.09 - Current
Teaching Artist and OST Coordinator
Newbridge Cleveland Center for Arts&Technology
2015.09 - 2024.08
Bachelor of Arts - Drawing And Graphic Design
Cleveland Institute of Art
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