Nicole Silvester
Fine Arts / Graphic Design
Merrick,New York
Summary
Proficient in Adobe Creative Suite, including Photoshop, Illustrator, and InDesign, with a strong understanding of color theory, typography, and layout design. Additionally educated in the use of traditional artistic methods, materials and processes. Ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver compelling marketing materials, website designs, and social media content. Adept at translating client visions into visually engaging and marketable designs, ensuring consistency and quality across all platforms. Passionate about staying current with design trends, continuously honing skills to produce innovative and impactful visual solutions.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Artist / Graphic Designer
Commissions
1 2018 - Current
- Worked, organized with clients to create painted portraits, customized shoes, interior pieces, wedding decor, pet portraits, multimedia work, class paintings etc
- Other works that have been organized to develop the best and most desired outcome of my art.
- Utilized social media platforms proactively to promote personal brand awareness while engaging with potential clients or collaborators regularly.
Painter / Home Renovator
S & K Construction
01.2018 - Current
- Assisted in interior designing, organizing colors, furniture settings, etc.
- Excelled under tight deadlines without sacrificing quality or client satisfaction, ensuring repeat business and positive referrals.
- Delivered high-quality painting services on time and within budget for a variety of clients.
- Prepared surfaces for painting by cleaning, sanding, and repairing defects to ensure smooth results.
- Achieved consistent quality control standards throughout entire workspaces by conducting regular inspections during ongoing projects.
Cashier /Retail Sales Associate Worker
Wheelen' Willys Skate Shop
01.2018 - 1 2020
- Working alongside the owner of the shop and co-workers to learn how to manage money, organize work, understand the concepts of marketing, how to communicate with customers, collaborate with others, and be more comfortable with leadership positions.
President /General Manager
SUNY Oswego Women's Club Ice Hockey Team
09.2022 - 03.2024
- The leadership skills I acquired by assisting the President, Treasurer, Secretary and the teammates
- Organizing, communicating with the budget committee for Oswego and other individuals in order to develop plans for the next coming seasons as well as create the best experience for the students involved.
- Established a culture of accountability by setting clear expectations and holding individuals responsible for results.
- Delivered operational excellence by optimizing resources, processes, and overall cost structure.
- Built a diverse workforce through targeted recruiting efforts focused on diversity, equity, and inclusion principles.
Operations Manager
SUNY Oswego Rec Center - Deborah F. Stanley Arena
09.2021 - 03.2024
- Collaborating with my peers in order to organize the arenas money, equipment, events, schedules etc
- Making the rink a safe and comfortable environment for other students, the workers and the public admissions.
- Empowered employees to take ownership of their responsibilities, leading to increased accountability and improved performance outcomes.
- Managed budgets effectively, consistently delivering projects on-time and within financial constraints.
Education
Bachelor of Studio in Art -
State University of New York At Oswego
01.2020 - 05.2022
Bachelor of Fine Arts -
State University of New York At Oswego
7060 NY 104, Oswego, NY 13126 01.2022 - 05.2024
Skills
- Painting/Drawing/Multimedia
- Photography
- Adobe programs
- Microsoft Word/Excel
- Google formats
- Team building
- Perfectionist
- Communication
- Strong Work ethic
- Organization
- Critical Thinking
- Deadline Management
Accomplishments
- Academic Excellence
- Scholarship Fall & Spring 2020 - 2021
- Excelsior Scholarship 2020 - present
- Excelsior Tuition Scholarship Fall 2021
- Dean's List 2020 - 2024
Timeline
President /General Manager
SUNY Oswego Women's Club Ice Hockey Team
09.2022 - 03.2024
Bachelor of Fine Arts -
State University of New York At Oswego
01.2022 - 05.2024
Operations Manager
SUNY Oswego Rec Center - Deborah F. Stanley Arena
09.2021 - 03.2024
Bachelor of Studio in Art -
State University of New York At Oswego
01.2020 - 05.2022
Cashier /Retail Sales Associate Worker
Wheelen' Willys Skate Shop
01.2018 - 1 2020
Painter / Home Renovator
S & K Construction
01.2018 - Current
Artist / Graphic Designer
Commissions
1 2018 - Current
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