Tatiana Smelik
Oakbrook Terrace,IL
Summary
Dynamic professional with a rich background as an Artist and Art Instructor, Owner of a Multibrend Store, and Marketing & Sales Director at Baldini Decor Company. Excelled in fostering client relationships and leveraging digital illustration skills to enhance brand identity, achieving consistent revenue growth. Renowned for exceptional teamwork and a keen eye for detail, adept at driving projects to successful completion.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Artist, Art Instructor
Self-employeed
09.2021 - 05.2024
- Promoted a positive learning environment by establishing clear expectations and maintaining consistent classroom management techniques.
- Tracked student progress, frequently checking in with struggling students and identifying root causes of problems.
- Boosted student performance by providing individualized support and targeted feedback.
- Initiated new learning methods, eliminating instructional gaps and improving comprehension.
- Applied various teaching aids to minimize learning gaps and instruct and motivate students.
Owner of Multibrend Store
Self Employed
11.2016 - 09.2018
- Managed day-to-day business operations.
- Developed and maintained strong relationships with clients, resulting in repeat business and referrals.
- Oversaw daily operations, ensuring all tasks were completed accurately and efficiently by team members.
- Increased customer satisfaction by implementing efficient business processes and providing exceptional service.
- Managed financial aspects of the business, including budgeting, financial reporting, and tax preparation.
- Hired trained, and managed a high-performing team of employees dedicated to achieving company goals.
- Trained and motivated employees to perform daily business functions.
- Negotiated contracts with suppliers for better pricing and terms, reducing overall costs for the business.
Marketing & Sales Director
Baldini Decor Company
11.2012 - 10.2015
- Achieved consistent revenue growth by directing efforts towards high-opportunity accounts and industries.
- Strengthened brand identity by overseeing visual elements such as logo design, website layout, and promotional materials consistency.
- Launched targeted email campaigns that resulted in increased open rates, click-through rates, and lead conversions.
- Collaborated cross-functionally to align marketing strategies with overall business objectives, ensuring cohesive messaging across all channels.
Marketing & PR Director
Benefit Engineering
07.2007 - 10.2012
- Developed high-performing teams by providing mentorship, guidance, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Enhanced team collaboration through regular communication, goal setting, and performance evaluations.
- Established a culture of continuous improvement by fostering open communication channels and empowering employees to voice their ideas.
- Cultivated a positive work environment that fostered employee engagement, increased retention rates, and boosted overall team morale.
- Managed budgets effectively to ensure optimal use of resources while maintaining financial stability.
Education
Marketing Specialist - Marketing
Moscow Business Academy
02-2011
Master of Arts - Fine Art, Graphic Design
Voronezh Art Institute
Voronezh Russia07-2004
Master of Science - Geography, Ecology, Landscape Design
Voronezh State University
Voronezh Russia 07-2000
Skills
- Acrylic painting
- Visual art creation
- Digital illustration
- Traditional drawing
- Teamwork and cooperation
- Excellent team player
- Superb attention to detail
- Client relationships
- Social media promotion
- Photo editing
- Logo creation
- Oil painting
- Art history
- Project design
- Networking skills
- Superior organizational skills
- Art history knowledge
- Adobe photoshop
- Branding and identity
- Gallery and exhibit preparation
- Client consultations
- Web design
- Printmaking techniques
- Microsoft Office Suite
- Graphic arts design
- Print design and illustration
Languages
Russian
English
Turkish
Timeline
Artist, Art Instructor
Self-employeed
09.2021 - 05.2024
Owner of Multibrend Store
Self Employed
11.2016 - 09.2018
Marketing & Sales Director
Baldini Decor Company
11.2012 - 10.2015
Marketing & PR Director
Benefit Engineering
07.2007 - 10.2012
Marketing Specialist - Marketing
Moscow Business Academy
Master of Arts - Fine Art, Graphic Design
Voronezh Art Institute
Master of Science - Geography, Ecology, Landscape Design
Voronezh State University
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