Paul Smith

• Full time Tattoo Artist.
• Design Shop merch, like Tee Shirts, Stickers, Hats. Etc.
• Coordinated production of shop merchandise.
• Oversaw business budget planning and administration, accounting functions, purchasing.
• Applied top-level quality body art. Acknowledged through film and print media.
• Manage 3 Artists
• Devised, deployed and monitored processes to boost long-term business success and increase profit levels.
• Stayed current with market trends to determine optimal pricing of goods and services and to capitalize on emerging opportunities.
• Complied with legal requirements and set up surveillance measures to secure merchandise.
• Coached, counseled and disciplined employees.
• Provided financial management through preparation of bank deposits and espenditures.
• Provided outstanding coaching to team of 3 employees, which boosted efficiency throughout company.
• Enhanced product awareness by taking pictures of new and available product offerings and posting to company's website and media accounts.
• Kept all building areas and equipment functional and well-organized to promote business performance.
• Maintained updated knowledge of regulatory changes to adjust business operations accordingly.
• Maintain Customer Satisfaction of customers, while Managing Studio for everyone.

• Created custom tattoo machines for customers.
• Metalworker
• All machines hand made from raw materials.
• Managed machine designs from concept through final product.
• Machines Featured by Bulleit Whiskey and Frontier Films in short film. 1 of 6 tattooers chosen from USA for this short film Project.
• Responsible for sourcing all raw materials, from steel to wire.
• Necessary Skills include, but not limited to : Steel/Bronze Brazing, Metal shaping, Scratch-made electromagnets, Powder Coating, etc.

Owner:Smith's Parlor Secret, powder pigment tattoo inks.

• Gathered and bought all materials needed to successfully complete projects, including pigments and packaging.
• Designed all product labels and Company Logo.
• Physically manufactured inks and bottled them for sale.
• Created networks of contacts for securing hard to find bio-compatible raw powder ink pigments, and coordinated receipt of those supplies.

• Maintained schedule and kept appointment times.
• Participated in shop group Art Shows, 7 total shows over 8 years.
• Created custom tattoo designs for customers.
• Utilized photographs and sketches from customers to develop ideas.
• Performed clean, high-quality work at all times.
• Kept areas neat and clean and equipment sanitized.
• Applied permanent tattoos using indelible, non-toxic ink.
• Presented template design sheets for customers to review.
• Accepted and processed customer payments.

• Led aesthetic vision and creation of new fashion products.
• Communicated with photographers and stylists to effectively showcase 512 Clothing.
• Drew all art for entire line, Men's and Women's lines.
• Photographer for website.

• Maintained schedule and kept appointment times.
• Featured in Austin American Statesman, article about Gully Cat (2003)
• 'Featured on KOOP Radio "Visual Arts w/Erin Hannan" (2006)
• Created custom tattoo designs for customers.
• Utilized photographs and sketches from customers to develop ideas.
• Performed clean, high-quality work at all times.
• Kept areas neat and clean and equipment sanitized.
• Applied permanent tattoos using indelible, non-toxic ink.
• Presented template design sheets for customers to review.
• Accepted and processed customer payments.
• Collaborated in team-based environment to maximize customer satisfaction with services.
• Grew client base by marketing services.

• Trained all new employees on overall company and department specific tasks, policies, and procedures.
• Oversaw employee performance, corrected problems and increased efficiency to maintain productivity targets.
• Tracked and prioritized work orders to meet daily production requirements
• Managed team of 6-8 employees, delegated tasks and held each employee accountable for completing assignments.
• Managed production of special guitar necks for high profile customers such as, Lyle Lovett, John Fogerty, Keith Richards, and more.
• Pearl Inlay and engraving specialist

• Handled day-to-day running of Gallery and Frameshop, ensuring high levels of productivity and progression.
• Improved position from Gallery Framer through consistent hard work and dedication to Gallery Director.
• Promoted events and exhibits via social media, email and other communication methods, boosting museum attendance.
• Networked at creative events to identify new talent and artistic works in local areas.
• Moved and handled various types of artwork with exceptional care, following all Customer/Purchaser requirements.