Tegan Moss James
Tucson,AZ
Summary
Creative and detail-oriented visual artist with extensive experience in gallery operations, art curation, and digital media management. Skilled in preparing artwork for production, managing creative projects, and engaging with clients. Seeking to expand on and contribute these skills in a production artist role or a similar position.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Freelance Visual Artist
Self-Employed
2016.08 - Current
- Designed and painted custom logo murals and other mural pieces for interior spaces such as an ice cream shop, café, coffee house, and consignment shop.
- Designed and painted a custom storefront sign for a consignment shop.
- Consulted with clients to understand their vision, preferences, and brand requirements, delivering tailored artwork that meets their specific needs.
- Managed all aspects of mural projects from concept to completion, including site preparation, design approval, and final execution, ensuring timely delivery and high-quality results.
Small Business Owner
TJ's Paint Parties
2014.08 - Current
- Manage financial operations, including budgeting, invoicing, and expense tracking.
- Handle customer inquiries, bookings, and support.
- Plan and organize canvas paint party events, including selecting themes, designing activities, and coordinating logistics.
- Set up and prepare event spaces, including arranging canvases, paints, and other materials.
- Ensure all events are executed smoothly and professionally, providing a memorable experience for guests.
- Design and manage online presence, including social media profiles, website, and promotional materials.
- Conduct outreach and networking to build relationships with potential clients and partners.
- Lead and instruct canvas paint parties, guiding participants through the painting process with clear, engaging instructions.
- Foster a positive and supportive environment to enhance participant enjoyment and creativity.
- Provide personalized assistance and feedback to guests to ensure a high-quality experience.
- Handle all admin tasks, including scheduling, record-keeping, and emails.
- Maintain inventory of art supplies and equipment
Gallery Assistant
Locals Art Space
2019.08 - 2023.01
- Opened and closed gallery, managing daily operations and ensuring a welcoming atmosphere for visitors.
- Greeted and interacted with visitors, providing information about exhibitions and facilitating artwork sales.
- Handled email communications, artist outreach, and managed artist memberships to support gallery operations.
- Curated and prepared for art shows, including planning, promoting, and executing exhibitions and fundraising events.
- Managed social media accounts and created marketing content to promote gallery events and engage with community.
- Organized and conducted live video coverage of art openings, enhancing event visibility and engagement.
- Photographed artworks, created labels and flyers, and posted artwork details online to attract potential clients.
Gallery Assistant
Lachman Gallery
2021.07 - 2021.12
- Greeted visitors, provided information about exhibitions and artworks, and addressed inquiries to enhance customer experience.
- Engaged with customers to promote and sell artwork, managed transactions, and handled sales-related tasks.
- Created and posted content on social media to promote exhibitions, events, and new artworks, increasing online visibility.
- Uploaded new artworks to the gallery's website, ensured accuracy of information, and assisted with other web-related tasks.
- Assisted with hanging and arranging artwork, ensuring displays were aesthetically pleasing and aligned with gallery standards.
- Maintained gallery cleanliness and organization, providing a welcoming atmosphere for visitors.
- Performed administrative tasks including filling envelopes, answering phone calls, and other clerical duties.
- Assisted with setup and preparation for art shows, including organizing artwork, preparing display areas, and coordinating logistics.
Education
Associate of Arts - Fine Arts
Middlesex County College
Edison, NJ05.2019
Certificate - Graphic Design
Anthem Institute
North Brunswick, NJ05.2009
Skills
- Mural Painting: Small to medium sized mural creation, including design, execution, and finishing.
- Painting Techniques: Acrylic and enamel paints; adept at color blending and application.
- Design Software: Intermediate proficiency in Canva and Adobe Photoshop (including advanced layer management, image editing, and basic photo retouching). Knowledge of Illustrator and InDesign
- Surface Preparation: Knowledge of surface preparation techniques, including priming and texturing.
Timeline
Gallery Assistant
Lachman Gallery
2021.07 - 2021.12
Gallery Assistant
Locals Art Space
2019.08 - 2023.01
Freelance Visual Artist
Self-Employed
2016.08 - Current
Small Business Owner
TJ's Paint Parties
2014.08 - Current
Associate of Arts - Fine Arts
Middlesex County College
Certificate - Graphic Design
Anthem Institute
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