Raquel Agatep
Carteret,NJ
Summary
Talented Fine Artist with a proven track record of success in creating and selling artwork. Skilled in social media marketing, collaborating with teams, and have their own Paint and Sip business. Experienced in managing production and sale of limited edition prints, participating in art fairs and exhibitions, and developing successful crowdfunding campaigns.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
15
15
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Art Instructor
Jam Good Arts Studio
04.2022 - Current
- Self Employed Art Instructor
Call Center Representative
Leafguard Gutters
07.2021 - Current
- Handled escalated calls professionally, effectively resolving complex issues and ensuring client satisfaction at all times.
- Managed high call volumes while providing exceptional customer support and maintaining professional composure.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by efficiently addressing and resolving inquiries in a timely manner.
- Reduced average call handling time, ensuring prompt service to customers while maintaining quality interactions.
Comission Artist
Self Employed
01.2017 - Current
- Designed custom artwork for clients, meeting their creative vision and ensuring satisfaction with the final product.
- Contributed to creative process through original ideas and inspiration.
- Developed unique art pieces that garnered positive attention from critics and collectors, leading to increased sales and commissions.
- Participated in creative brainstorming sessions to develop new ideas or improve existing ones.
Art Instructor
Artevino Studio
10.2019 - 07.2021
- Promoted classroom safety, collaboration, and best practices.
- Promoted a positive learning environment by establishing clear expectations and maintaining consistent classroom management techniques.
- Entertainment
Paint and Sip Instructor
Artist People
01.2019 - 07.2021
- Promoted classroom safety, collaboration, and best practices.
- Promoted a positive learning environment by establishing clear expectations and maintaining consistent classroom management techniques.
- Entertainment
Intern
Inspire Art Gallery and Studio
11.2018 - 09.2019
- Supported staff members in their daily tasks, reducing workload burden and allowing for increased focus on higher-priority assignments.
- Gained valuable experience working within a specific industry, applying learned concepts directly into relevant work situations.
- Contributed to a positive team environment by collaborating with fellow interns on group projects and presentations.
- Sorted and organized files, spreadsheets, and reports.
- Art instructor.
Custom Framer
Michaels Arts and Crafts
11.2017 - 01.2018
- Streamlined workflow efficiency by organizing workspace, tools, and inventory for optimal productivity.
- Increased sales revenue by effectively recommending suitable frame styles and materials based on artwork and décor requirements.
- Contributed to business growth by establishing partnerships with local artists, galleries, and art organizations to generate referrals for custom framing services.
- Expanded product offerings by staying current with industry trends, new materials, and supplier options for custom framing services.
Art Instructor/Retail Sales Associate
Color Me Mine
07.2016 - 11.2017
- Cultivated a safe and inclusive classroom environment where all students felt comfortable expressing themselves through art.
- Organized and led educational field trips to museums and galleries, exposing students to various artistic styles and cultural influences.
- Modeled interpersonal relationships with staff members, students and administrators and strived to enhance student learning and well being.
- Led after-school programs focused on specific artistic disciplines such as pottery or photography, offering additional opportunities for student growth outside of regular class hours.
Education
Master of Arts - Fine Arts
Kean University
Union, NJ 05.2001 - 05.2016
Skills
- Drawing
- Painting
- Watercolor
- Printmaking
- Design
References
Available upon request
Other experiences
- Art Secret Santa, 2021, Self Organizer, Gathered Artist to contribute, Social Media Marketing
- Kyoto Animation Memorial Art Tribute, 2019, Self Organize, Gathered Different Artist to distribute their talent on one gigantic canvas, Social Media Marketing
- Dunellen Art in the Park, 2017-2019, Organizer, Artist vendor
- Painted restaurant sign for Benares NYC, 2019, Lettering and painting the sign
- Urban Renaissance, 2019-2022, Art Vendor at festival
- Sunset Hill Art and Music, 2019, Art vendor at festival
- Rahway Artfest, 2019, Art Vendor
- Rahway Little Lending Library Project, 2019, Painted one of the public borrowed library boxes
- Dunellen Memorial Day Mural Painting, 2019, Volunteer setting up and painting
Timeline
Art Instructor
Jam Good Arts Studio
04.2022 - Current
Call Center Representative
Leafguard Gutters
07.2021 - Current
Art Instructor
Artevino Studio
10.2019 - 07.2021
Paint and Sip Instructor
Artist People
01.2019 - 07.2021
Intern
Inspire Art Gallery and Studio
11.2018 - 09.2019
Custom Framer
Michaels Arts and Crafts
11.2017 - 01.2018
Comission Artist
Self Employed
01.2017 - Current
Art Instructor/Retail Sales Associate
Color Me Mine
07.2016 - 11.2017
Master of Arts - Fine Arts
Kean University
05.2001 - 05.2016
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