Sylvester Warters
Boulder,CO
Summary
Creative & compassionate graduate art therapy student skilled in multiple mediums of artistic expression interested in practicum placement working with populations in addiction recovery, incarceration, and the queer community. Social justice oriented and enthusiastic learner with dedicated to developing personal inner resources and ego strengths through artistic expression.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead Puppeteer
All The Saints Theater Company
08.2016 - 11.2021
- Created & designed puppets up to 20 ft. tall.
- Lead teaching workshops building large scale street puppets in diverse community settings.
- Communicated with volunteers clearly and with good humor to encourage laughter and excitement.
- Adapted to various performance styles to suit diverse audiences.
- Danced, sang and conducted performances encouraging guest participation through playful antics and engagement.
- Incorporated stage props and puppets to engage audience and create unforgettable moments.
- Used social media to promote events and build audience.
- Managed stage crew to deliver smooth, successful performances.
Social Art Instructor/Host & Event Lead
Paint Nite
05.2015 - 12.2016
- Facilitated group painting sessions and provided one-on-one support.
- Planned and executed technique instruction to promote attendants' self-confidence.
- Prepared and gathered materials for detailed lesson plans.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within the event time frame.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Excellent verbal communication skills.
- Rapid event set up and break down within public settings.
Puppet Studio Intern
Standard ToyKraft Studio & Theater
05.2014 - 05.2015
- Fostered highly communicative, collaborative team culture on visual product projects.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
- Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
- Adaptable and proficient in learning new concepts quickly and efficiently.
- Cultivated interpersonal skills by building positive relationships with others.
Education
Master of Arts - CMHC: Transpersonal Art Therapy
Naropa University
Boulder, CO05.2026
Bachelor of Arts - Communication Design, Illustration
Pratt Institute
Brooklyn, NY05.2015
Skills
- Fine Arts Master
- Creative Thinking & Expression
- Interpersonal Communication & Problem Solving
- Active Listening & Body Language Observation
- Emotional Intelligence & Self-Reflection
- Professional Boundaries
- Mental Health Awareness
- Group Facilitation
- Drawing, Painting, Puppet Construction & Manipulation
- Artistic Techniques
- LGBTQIA Awareness
Timeline
Lead Puppeteer
All The Saints Theater Company
08.2016 - 11.2021
Social Art Instructor/Host & Event Lead
Paint Nite
05.2015 - 12.2016
Puppet Studio Intern
Standard ToyKraft Studio & Theater
05.2014 - 05.2015
Master of Arts - CMHC: Transpersonal Art Therapy
Naropa University
Bachelor of Arts - Communication Design, Illustration
Pratt Institute
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