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Overview
Work History
Education
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Certification
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Sydney Keith

Monroe

Summary

Dynamic and dedicated professional with experience managing, teaching, and communicating a variety of tasks, excelling in group work facilitation and creative problem solving. Proven ability to manage art projects and deliver exceptional customer service, while fostering positive relationships with coworkers and clients. Skilled in digital illustration, 2D Animation, and Storyboarding. Experienced in fast-paced environments and adaptable to last-minute changes. Thrives under pressure, and consistently earns high marks for work quality.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Preschool Teacher's Assistant

Goddard School
Redmond
10.2023 - Current
  • Backed up lessons with personal support, small group instruction and hands-on activities.
  • Helped prepare preschool-aged children for future education by working with groups and individuals in classroom environments.
  • Supported small group instruction by helping students understand instructions and complete tasks independently when possible.
  • Organized classroom spaces to meet students' learning needs and smoothly manage planned activities.
  • Worked one-on-one with students to reinforce concepts taught by the teacher.
  • Maintained safe, clean and constantly supervised play environment.
  • Collaborated closely with lead teachers on planning and implementing curriculum objectives.
  • Assisted preschool teachers with classroom activities, such as arts and crafts projects, storytelling time, and outdoor play.
  • Attended in-services, workshops and seminars.
  • Attended professional development workshops and training sessions as required.

Freelancer

Myself
Monroe
09.2018 - Current
  • Provided art consultations and recommendations to clients based on their needs and preferences.
  • Maintained portfolios of artistic work to demonstrate styles, interests and abilities.
  • Managed multiple art projects simultaneously, ensuring timely completion and delivery.
  • Organized and participated in art exhibitions to showcase work.
  • Utilized digital tools and software for graphic design and digital art creation.
  • Created series of rough sketches for review, revision and approval.
  • Devised illustrations that complied with customer specifications, company standards and mathematical formulas to fulfill customer project requests.
  • Addressed client concerns and worked together to achieve mutually beneficial outcomes.
  • Received and incorporated feedback from clients and peers to improve artistic outcomes.
  • Analyzed trends in the art world to stay current and relevant in artistic expressions.
  • Promoted artwork through online platforms such as Etsy or Instagram.
  • Transformed artistic concepts into characters, environments and other objects to reflect artist's vision.

Daycare Teacher

Kiddie Korner Daycare
Monroe
02.2022 - 10.2023
  • Observed behavioral issues to alert parents or guardians.
  • Guided children in developing essential life skills, such as independence and problem-solving.
  • Organized creative and fun activities, enhancing children's physical, emotional and social well-being.
  • Engaged with children on an individual basis to build positive, trusting relationships.
  • Taught children foundational skills in colors, shapes, and letters.
  • Organized and led activities to promote physical, mental and social development.
  • Communicated with children's parents and guardians about daily activities, behaviors and problems.
  • Maintained supplies inventory for the classroom including art materials and books.

Barista

Fred Meyer
Monroe
04.2021 - 01.2022
  • Memorized recipes for specialty coffee beverages and seasonal offerings.
  • Maintained a clean and organized work environment, including cleaning coffee machines, countertops, and seating areas.
  • Prepared and served a variety of coffee drinks, including espresso, cappuccino, and latte, adhering to specific recipes and presentation standards.
  • Followed safety procedures while operating machinery such as grinders and espresso machines.
  • Created complex, hand-crafted beverages based upon customer preferences.
  • Greeted customers and took orders for coffee drinks, food items, and other beverages.
  • Followed health, safety and sanitation guidelines to pass state inspections.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - 2D Animation

Rocky Mountain College of Art And Design
Lakewood, CO
05-2025

High School Diploma -

Bothell High School
Bothell
06-2021

Skills

  • 2D animation
  • Digital illustration
  • Character design
  • Art project management
  • Customer service
  • Creative problem solving
  • Collaboration
  • Time management
  • Problem-solving abilities
  • Group work facilitation
  • Written communication
  • Visual communication
  • Strong work ethic and dependable
  • Public speaking and presenting
  • Creative thinking
  • Project management

Accomplishments

  • Winner of the 60th and 61st Annual Student Exhibition in the 2D Animation Category at Rocky Mountain College of Art and Design.
  • Graduated Rocky Mountain College of Art and Design with Academic Honors.

Certification

  • Food Handlers License.
  • 30 Washington STARS hours.

Timeline

Preschool Teacher's Assistant

Goddard School
10.2023 - Current

Daycare Teacher

Kiddie Korner Daycare
02.2022 - 10.2023

Barista

Fred Meyer
04.2021 - 01.2022

Freelancer

Myself
09.2018 - Current

Bachelor of Arts - 2D Animation

Rocky Mountain College of Art And Design

High School Diploma -

Bothell High School