Tina Kutalek
Artist
Hubertus,WI
Summary
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
37
37
years of professional experience
Work History
Artist
Self Employed
05.2021 - Current
- Consult with clients to discuss commission ideas and style preferences to create mutually agreeable project parameters
- Create custom drawings and paintings using acrylics and charcoal through original ideas and inspiration
- Manage creative process from concept to completion for various art projects
- Participate in art exhibitions and shows to showcase work
Award Production Manager
CSE Powered By HALO
01.2010 - 05.2021
- Produced and created awards for major companies
- Managed large projects under tight deadlines to make sure quality and accuracy were met
- Worked closely with sales teams to assure customer satisfaction and compliance with company standards and design specifications
- Trained and managed my assistant and on occasion temps when needed
- Ran multiple laser machines simultaneously to increase production capacity
- Monitored inventory levels and ordered product to avoid production delays from unavailable materials
Gallery Owner and Operator
ZGallery
08.2002 - 09.2009
- Owner and principle designer of the ZGallery concept selling my artwork and representing other people's artwork
- Managed day-to-day business operations
- Closely worked with customers to creatively design and produce personalized laser engraved products and hand painted and drawn portraits
- Organized and attended trade shows and special events to showcase products, network with other businesses and attract new customers
- Wholesaled to over 100 gift shops and stores throughout the country
Restaurant Manager and Auditor
Specialty Restaurant Corporation
Milwaukee, WI
08.1986 - 07.2001
- Promoted positive atmosphere and went above and beyond to guarantee each customer received exceptional food and service
- Worked my way up from hostess to manager and regional auditor
- Balanced daily work and performed all month-end duties
- Consistently achieved monthly accounting certificates for excellence in P/l management
- Carefully interviewed, selected, trained and supervised staff
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Illustration And Drawing
Milwaukee Institute of Art And Design
Milwaukee, WI06.1988
Skills
- People Development Training
- Team Leadership
- Operations Management
- Corel Draw
Timeline
Artist
Self Employed
05.2021 - Current
Award Production Manager
CSE Powered By HALO
01.2010 - 05.2021
Gallery Owner and Operator
ZGallery
08.2002 - 09.2009
Restaurant Manager and Auditor
Specialty Restaurant Corporation
08.1986 - 07.2001
Bachelor of Arts - Illustration And Drawing
Milwaukee Institute of Art And Design
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