Resume
Asheville, NC
Overview: Creative problem solver. Intelligent, Enthusiastic and Competent, especially in new
situations. Punctual and Organized. Possesses good work ethic. Quick learner. Deals and relates well with all kinds of people.
Interests: Painting, Drawing, Design, Scenic Artistry, Backpacking, Kayaking and Sports
Employment:
October 2005 – Current Decorative Painter, Scenic Artist, Graphic Designer; Self Employed Subcontractor; Julie K. Ross, Inc., Asheville, NC
October 2005 -- 2015 Scenic Designer & Scenic Charge; Asheville Lyric Opera Productions, Asheville, NC
February 2012 -- November 2014 Product Development/ Packaging Designer; i play., inc, Asheville, NC
October 2005 -- 2019 Electrician, Carpenter & Backstage Hand; Diana Wortham Theatre, Asheville, NC
May 2009 -- July 2009 Scenic Charge; Arkansas Shakespeare Theatre, Conway, AR
May 2005 – August 2005 Scenic Charge; Capital Playhouse, Olympia, WA
May 2004, September 2004 -- October 2004 Scenic Charge; Flat Rock Playhouse, Flat Rock, NC
January 2004 – March 2004 Artisan (Props Department); Center Stage theater company, Baltimore, MD
Education and Training:
Graduated Lincoln High School May 1999
Graduated Florida State University (FSU) December 2003
Academics: Bachelor of Arts in Studio Art and Technical Theater (Double Major), 3.72 GPA,
Dean’s List, Honor’s Program Graduate, Magna Cum Laude
Activities and Clubs: Intramural Athletics, Outdoor Pursuits, Phi Eta Sigma, National Society of
Collegiate Scholars, FSU Women’s Rugby, FSU Theater Program
Other:
Fall Protection, 2016 -- 2020
Aerial Work Platform Operator, 2016 -- Present
Advanced Wilderness First Aid, 2002 -- 2015
Heartsaver CPR Certification, 2002 -- 2018
First Responder Certification, 1999 – May 2004
Lifeguard Certification, 1999 – May 2004
CPR- PR Certification, 1999 – May 2002
WSI (Water Safety Instructor) Certification, 1999 – May 2002
AED (Automated External Defibrillator) Certification, 2000 – May 2002
Other Experience:
Scenic Art: Competent in sprayers, airbrush & brushwork. Free-hand drawing skills. Color-matching, Backdrops: frame, floor, cut and scrim drops. Faux finishes, historical painting techniques and plaster, Trompe L’oeil, UV painting, 3D sculpting
Computer Skills: Competent in Macintosh & PC (Microsoft Office: Word, Spreadsheet, Access, Excel, PowerPoint) Outlook, Adobe Photoshop CS4, Adobe Illustrator CS4, Solidworks, DraftSight; some experience in Adobe InDesign, AutoCAD, Quickbooks
Photography: Proficient at Black and White photography, film developing, and photo printing
Sewing: Skilled in basic sewing and upholstery
* Letters of Reference Available Upon Request