Encouraging manager and analytical problem-solver with talents for team building, leading and motivating, as well as excellent customer relations aptitude and relationship-building skills. Proficient in using independent decision-making skills and sound judgment to positively impact company success. Dedicated to applying training, monitoring and morale-building abilities to enhance employee engagement and boost performance.
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STEPHANIE Willingham
Grovetown,GA
Summary
Overview
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Jessye Norman School Of The ArtsAugusta, GA
Artistic Director/Gallery Manager
03.2018 - Current
Job overview
- Created arts organization's seasonal exhibition program and selected artists for upcoming events.
- Oversaw installation and operation of on-set Gallery exhibitions
- Achieved individual and troupe success through enhanced collaborative and communications skills.
- Directed day-to-day business operations and made strategic decisions to further organizational goals and fiscal objectives.
- Contributed to creative process through original ideas and inspiration.
- Researched drawings of characters and environmental elements for inspiration.
- Implemented artistic vision to give art purpose and meaning.
- Exercised and demonstrated use and mastery of elements of design to meet goals.
- Managed office and gallery supplies inventories and placed reorders to maintain predetermined stock levels.
- Informed visitors of exhibit features and highlights to promote enriching gallery experiences.
- Addressed visitor service issues and resolved each situation to enable optimum outcome for visitor and gallery.
- Tracked gallery artwork and recorded sold and removed items to maintain accurate physical and financial inventory.
- Networked at creative events to identify new talent and artistic works in local areas.
- Instructed students on visual arts techniques and assigned related art projects for students in 5th - 11th grade levels.
- Researched best practices for arts integration and visual arts trends and applied new techniques to lesson plan material.
- Kept adequate inventory to allow students to fully experience Visual art without exceeding budget limits.
- Created engaging lesson plans, fostered culture of discovery and provided well-organized classroom structure to help students succeed in program.
Self-employeedAugusta, GA
Visual Artist
01.2018 - Current
Job overview
- Ordered and maintained adequate supply of materials, supplies, and equipment with small budget less than $350.
- Made use of materials, such as ink, watercolors, charcoal, oil, computer software, paints, and pencils to complete unique piece for customers.
- Maintained and shared portfolios of artistic work to demonstrate styles, interests, and abilities with potential customers.
- Created custom drawings and paintings using fine oils, acrylics, and charcoal on high quality canvas.
- Contributed to creative process through original ideas and inspiration.
- Consulted with clients to discuss commission ideas and style preferences to create mutually agreeable project parameters.
- Participated in creative brainstorming sessions to develop new ideas or improve existing ones.
- Created concept designs and sketches to develop images and scenes.
- Researched industry trends and evaluated competitive pieces to enhance creativity and gather fresh ideas.
- Implemented artistic vision to give art purpose and meaning.
- Displayed portfolio to show off best work to potential clients and promote skills and value.
- Developed art and design concepts.
- Collaborated with other artists on various art projects and installations.
- Selected and purchased materials for art projects.
- Coordinated with art galleries to arrange display and sale of artwork.
- Created commissioned artwork for organizations and private clients.
- Produced sketches and drafts to refine artwork of more than 10 students before completion.
- Designed and created sculptures for public and private spaces.
- Designed and executed original artwork for various private and corporate clients.
- Participated in art exhibitions and shows to showcase work.
- Worked with clients to understand desired outcomes and requirements.
- Managed creative process from concept to completion for various art projects.
- Built and maintained working relationships with galleries and other art venues.
- Experimented with variety of styles and techniques to produce unique works of art.
- Created paintings, sculptures and illustrations for variety of exhibitions and shows.
Hornsby ElementryAugusta, GA
Mural Artist
01.2020 - 09.2021
Job overview
- Consulted with clients to discuss commission ideas and style preferences to create mutually agreeable project parameters.
- Ordered and maintained adequate supply of materials, supplies, and equipment.
- Collaborated with 3 other artists on mural design in 2019.
- Set up scaffolding, prepped under-base walls and participated in loading and unloading of materials.
- Implemented artistic vision to give art purpose and meaning.
- Maintained and shared portfolios of artistic work to demonstrate styles, interests, and abilities with potential customers.
- Contributed to creative process through original ideas and inspiration.
- Used painting skills to complete various major and minor exterior and interior painting jobs.
More Than A Game FittnessEvans, GA
Muralist
06.2019 - 08.2019
Job overview
- Implemented artistic vision to give art purpose and meaning.
- Exercised and demonstrated use and mastery of elements of design to meet goals.
- Managed technological considerations to transform and manipulate artwork.
- Assisted with over 2 elaborate mural restorations
Kingdom Living MinistriesBeech Island, SC
Graphic Designer
01.2015 - 04.2019
Job overview
- Met with customers to present mockups and collect information for adjustments.
- Developed creative design for print materials, brochures, banners, and signs.
- Completed final touches for projects such as images sizes and font selection.
- Created digital image files for use in digital and traditional printing methods.
- Developed creative design for print materials, banners and signs.
- Completed final touches for projects before rollout.
- Edited and enhanced existing artwork and graphics.
- Created artwork for product packaging and promotional materials.
Kroc CenterAugusta, GA
Art Camp Instructor
01.2017 - 01.2018
Job overview
- Supervised, guided and assisted students during crafts, art projects, games and other activities to provide developmental stimulation.
- Maintained camper files, properly storing and maintaining personal information.
- Communicated with parents, staff and teachers regarding children or program issues.
- Recorded attendance and contacted parents regarding absent campers.
- Complied with state licensing requirements under direction of program manager.
- Monitored camper behavior during activities, effectively handling discipline situations and encouraging positive behavior.
- Led groups of children safely through variety of camp activities.
- Supervised camper activities to address behavioral issues and promote fun, safety and inclusivity.
Education
Augusta UniversityAugusta, GA
Bachelor of Fine Arts from Sculpture And Ceramics
12.2017
University Overview
- Awarded 2014: HOPE Scholarship for Outstanding Academics - Augusta University, Augusta, GA
- Outstanding Participation in the Media Arts - Augusta University, Augusta, GA
- 2016: 600 Broad Street Summer Studio Space Recipient - 600 Broad St., Augusta, GA
- Dean's List 2016
- 2017: Pamplin Student Research and Travel Grant - Augusta University
- Extracurricular Activities: Mad Potters Organization
Augusta Technical CollegeAugusta, GA
Associate of Applied Science from Graphic Communications
06.2009
University Overview
Skills
- Operations Management
- Event Planning
- Creative Lesson Plan Development
- Classroom Management Techniques
- Staff Training, Director Collaboration
- Student-Centered Learning
- Enrichment Activities
- Design Troubleshooting, Creative Design
- Adobe Systems Adobe Creative Cloud
- Exterior/Interior Mural Painting, Oil Painting
- Commission Requests
- Sculpting and Molding
- Mentoring Artists
- Vendor Relationships
- Traditional/Non-Traditional Fine Art Skills
- Idea Development and Brainstorming
Timeline
Mural Artist
Hornsby Elementry
01.2020 - 09.2021
Muralist
More Than A Game Fittness
06.2019 - 08.2019
Artistic Director/Gallery Manager
Jessye Norman School Of The Arts
03.2018 - Current
Visual Artist
Self-employeed
01.2018 - Current
Art Camp Instructor
Kroc Center
01.2017 - 01.2018
Graphic Designer
Kingdom Living Ministries
01.2015 - 04.2019
Augusta University
Bachelor of Fine Arts from Sculpture And Ceramics
Augusta Technical College
Associate of Applied Science from Graphic Communications
Exhibitions
Exhibitions
2013: World of Cardboard Student Exhibition - Augusta University, Augusta, GA
Plaster Master Student Exhibition - Augusta University, Augusta, GA
Pop-up Collaborative Mixed Media Exhibition - Augusta, GA
2015: Onsite Installation - Forest Hills, Augusta, GA
2016: Collaborative Exhibition for Summer Residence - 600 Broad Street, Augusta, GA
2017: Augusta University Department of Art Juried Exhibition - Augusta University
Juror: Amy Pleasant
2017: Full Circle Solo Exhibition - JB Whites Building, Augusta GA
2017: Placing the Capstone III - Steffen Thomas Museum of Art, Buckhead, GA
2017: Summer and Fall Exhibition Group Show - Municipal Building, Augusta, GA
2017: Featured Solo Artist - Chamber of Commerce, Augusta, GA
2017: Featured Augusta Regional Airport Showcase Artist for a Year - Augusta Regional Airport, Augusta GA
Juried by Committee
2017: Drawing & Its Peripheries - Juried Traveling Group Exhibition
Ann & Ellis Johnson Gallery of the Jessye Norman School of the Arts, Augusta GA
Armory Gallery in Blacksburg, Virginia
Jurors: Amelia Salisbury, Kristin Casaletto
2018: Art of Peace - Juried Traveling Group Exhibition
AmeriCorps VISTA, Ann & Ellis Johnson Gallery of the Jessye Norman School of the Arts, Augusta GA
2019: Black Artist United: NUBAG 1st Annual group exhibition, Ann & Ellis Johnson Gallery of the Jessye Norman School of the Arts, Augusta GA
2019: Wet Paint Party and Art sale, Augusta GA
2020: Untitled Display at Mellow Mushroom, Augusta GA
2020: Gallery 321, Louisville GA
2021: Wet Paint Party and Art sale, Augusta GA
2021:Of Different Worlds: Duo Exhibition- 600 Board Gallery, Augusta GA
2022: Artist of Color Group Exhibition, North Augusta Arts and Heritage, North Augusta
2022: Black Girl Art Show- Ambient + Studio, Atlanta Ga
2023: Wet paint Party and Art sale - Augusta Ga
2023: Curated, Celebration of Women: Consisted of 6 local Artist, Ann & Ellis Johnson Gallery of the Jessye Norman School of the Arts, Augusta GA
Publications
Publications
2016: Sand Hills Literary Magazine Vol. XLIII - Augusta University, Augusta, GA
2017: Sand Hills Literary Magazine Vol. XLIV - Augusta University, Augusta, GA
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