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Sarah Malone Smith

Summary

Considered to be a knowledgeable leader and dedicated problem solver. Brings several years of valuable expertise specifically in printmaking and non-profit art department work to forward company objectives. Attentive to detail with experience in coordinating projects, leading a group of individuals to achieve their artistic desires, and maintaining long lasting and professional relationships.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience

Work History

Territory Sales Manager (North America)

Cranfield Colours Ltd.
06.2018 - 03.2020
  • Attended art materials conferences both in the US and overseas. (attending every SGCI since 2017 ATL, MAPC, & PaperWorld in Frankfurt, Germany)
  • Traveled to meet with potential distributors and wholesalers while professionally representing the company. (Above Ground, McPherson, Blicks, Flax, to name a few)
  • Presented several Master Class sessions discussing the manufacturing and properties of both professional printmaking ink and oil paint. (Virginia Fine Arts Museum, Above Ground, Toronto...)
  • Maintained professional relationships with clients while organizing logistics and finalizing long lasting relationships for the company.

Art Instructor

Creative Arts Guild
09.2020 - 09.2021
  • Developed lesson plans surrounding various types of art, history and culture.
  • Facilitated group sessions and provided one-on-one support.
  • Planned and executed activities to promote skill and talent development.
  • Prepared and gathered materials for detailed lesson plans.

Resident Artist (Printmaking) + Art Instructor

Thomasville Center Of The Arts
09.2018 - 09.2019
  • Consulted with clients to discuss commission ideas and style preferences to create mutually agreeable project parameters.
  • Contributed to creative process through original ideas and inspiration.
  • Implemented artistic vision to give art purpose and meaning.
  • Displayed portfolio to show off best work to potential clients and promote skills and value.

Independent Contractor

Sarah Malone, LLC
03.2020 - Current
  • Delivered outstanding service to customers to maintain and extend relationships for future business opportunities.
  • Consulted with customers to assess needs and propose optimal solutions.
  • Collaborated closely with clients to better understand entire project scope.
  • Introduced new methods, practices, and systems to reduce turnaround time.
  • Contributed to creative process through original ideas and inspiration.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Printmaking

University of North Georgia
Dahlonega, GA
12.2017

Skills

  • Fast to Adapt
  • Strategy Builder
  • Outsourcing Trend Recognition
  • Includer Community Builder
  • Good Listener Communicator

Languages

Spanish
Professional Working

Timeline

Art Instructor

Creative Arts Guild
09.2020 - 09.2021

Independent Contractor

Sarah Malone, LLC
03.2020 - Current

Resident Artist (Printmaking) + Art Instructor

Thomasville Center Of The Arts
09.2018 - 09.2019

Territory Sales Manager (North America)

Cranfield Colours Ltd.
06.2018 - 03.2020

Bachelor of Arts - Printmaking

University of North Georgia
Sarah Malone Smith