Spencer Cleary
Portland,ME
Summary
Dynamic furniture-making professional with a strong background in designing and crafting custom furniture tailored to client specifications. Recognized for exceptional craftsmanship and innovative designs that enhance both functionality and aesthetics. A collaborative team player, adept at adapting to evolving project requirements while consistently achieving outstanding results. Proficient in woodworking, joinery, and finishing techniques, with experience in manufacturing production, assembly, quality assurance, as well as machine operation and maintenance.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Furniture Maker
Square Manufacturing Co.
Lewiston, ME
01.2024 - Current
- Assembled furniture pieces ensuring durability and adherence to design specifications.
- Inspected finished products for quality control, ensuring compliance with customer expectations.
- Collaborated with team members to optimize production workflows and reduce waste.
Carpenter
Ethos Carpentry
Portland, ME
11.2023 - 11.2024
- Interpreted blueprints and technical drawings to execute precise measurements and cuts.
- Resolved construction challenges through innovative problem-solving techniques, improving project outcomes.
- Completed installations of building structures, trim, flooring, and cabinetry.
Studio Assistant
Studio 24B
Portland, ME
06.2023 - 11.2023
- Art handling, Art fabrication, Furniture fabrication
Carpenters Apprentice
O'brien Wood and Iron
Portland, ME
06.2022 - 05.2023
- Assisted skilled carpenters in constructing frameworks and structures according to blueprints.
- Collaborated with team members to complete projects within established deadlines.
- Learned and applied safety protocols for handling materials and equipment on-site.
- Participated in training sessions to enhance carpentry skills and techniques consistently.
Education
BFA - Woodworking and Furniture Design
Maine College of Art and Design
Portland, ME01.2023
Fine Arts Studies
Endicott College
Beverly, MA01.2017
Skills
- Cabinet making
- Visual inspection
- Patience and persistence
- Technical aptitude
- Problem-solving
- Time management
- Multitasking
- Reliability
- Machine operation
- Following procedures and protocols
- Joinery techniques
- Veneering techniques
- Workplace safety
Timeline
Furniture Maker
Square Manufacturing Co.
01.2024 - Current
Carpenter
Ethos Carpentry
11.2023 - 11.2024
Studio Assistant
Studio 24B
06.2023 - 11.2023
Carpenters Apprentice
O'brien Wood and Iron
06.2022 - 05.2023
Fine Arts Studies
Endicott College
BFA - Woodworking and Furniture Design
Maine College of Art and Design
Awards and Scholarships / Exhibitions
2021 Jury Select Award Recipient, Merit Scholarship Competition, Maine College of Art and design, Portland, ME, 2021 Merit Scholarship Competition-Maine College of Art and Design