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Fort Worth, TX, US

Arlington, Texas, United States

• Expertly edited digital television show and movie posters, utilizing Photoshop tools to correct blemishes and adjust size formats, ensuring high-quality visuals.
• Demonstrated strong comprehension of industry-standard software tools and techniques for effective image editing and metadata management.
• Utilized specialized software to accurately transfer images to metadata locations, maintaining organized and accessible digital assets.
• Collaborated with management to receive and… Show more
• Collaborated with management to receive and clarify assignments, ensuring alignment with project goals and deadlines.
• Efficiently managed Microsoft Excel sheets to maintain detailed image programming lists, contributing to streamlined workflow and project tracking. Show less

Arlington, Texas, United States

• Responsible for sculpture fabrication, entailing: TIG, Arc, welding, soldering, use of plasma arc
• Duties included fabrication, metal chasing, applied to monumental sculpture
• Preparation of painting wax into molds, chasing and spruing wax scuplture
• Coordinate between departments to facilitate production flow

San Diego, California, United States

• Teaching landscape painting, still life painting, and plein air painting
• Developed curriculum to give a solid foundational path to ensure students' success
• Teach beginning and novice students on the process to begin oil painting
• Instruct on proper materials, techniques, and proper studio etiquette
• Cover aspects of developing an imprematura and grisaille under painting
• Advise on paint application to achieve desired results of developing a completed oil… Show more

San Diego County, California, United States

• Administrative tasks including data entries into databases of work in progress sheets
• Comprehension of construction, fabrication, and painting of theater set design assembly and installation
• Create, design, sculpt, and paint props for live shows and events
• Set up and removal of staging for live performances and events throughout SeaWorld grounds
• Responsibilities also included preparing substrates for vinyl using an automatic router, table saws, miter saws, impact… Show more
• Responsibilities also included preparing substrates for vinyl using an automatic router, table saws, miter saws, impact drills, hand drills, and assorted power tools

Irvine, California, United States

• Fabricated anatomical form onto metal surfaces to be assembled as a sculpture of Roger Federer
• Developed techniques using Dremel tools to achieve a specific visual form on to stainless steel surfaces
• Worked remotely from home under required deadlines
• Assemble sculptures to completion, currently in progress

5675 Kearney Villa Road San Diego, CA 92123

• Assisted in developing marketing strategies, promotions, and advertising to increase brand awareness
• Successfully and carefully designed and developed branding projects to engage new and existing customers through a variety of print materials namely gift certificates, coupons, newsletters, brochures, and email.
• Collaborated on a team of Marketing Directors, Photographers, and Management… Show more
• Collaborated on a team of Marketing Directors, Photographers, and Management Executives
• Responsible for recording Automotive Technicians labor hours into Fuse 5 software database
• Audited a master Excel sheet analytics, listing all customers invoices, deposits, overages, and production outputs

3784 30th St. San Diego, CA 92104

• Human Figure Drawing Instructor
• Taught human anatomy working from live models
• Trained students in representational drawing techniques using traditional mediums
• Instructed on building form in space, light logic, and figure bock techniques

Sandia Park, New Mexico

• Responsible for sculpture fabrication, metal chasing, applied to sculpture
• Implemented assembly of sculpture from half-life size to twice life-size
• Achieved expert TIG welding ability, skilled in welding bronze, aluminum, stainless steel, mild steel, brazing, and soldering techniques
• Experience using rotary saws, grinders, and pneumatic die grinders for metal chasing sculpture fabrication
• Full understanding of art finishing, handling, and installation of sculpture and… Show more
• Full understanding of art finishing, handling, and installation of sculpture and paintings Show less

Albuquerque, New Mexico Area

• Facilitated painting classes in a variety of venues in Santa Fe and Albuquerque, New Mexico
• Gained experience teaching classes of up to fifty people
• Responsible for scouting locations and negotiating with the management of the venue's to secure Paint Nite events, expanding the brand and increasing revenue
• Provided a superior customer service environment

Los Lunas

• Developed logo, letterhead, business cards, brand identity and online entity - https://valleymatls.com/
• Created all the hi-resolution and retouching the photography for the website
• Oversaw all office duties including filing invoices, data entry, and operating scales
• Responsibilities include overseeing all mining operations while increasing production of material by fifty percent
• Fabricated safety screens installed on conveyors to bring mine up to proper MSHA safety… Show more
• Fabricated safety screens installed on conveyors to bring mine up to proper MSHA safety requirements

Tesuque, New Mexico

• Assisted as part of the pour team pouring bronze sculpture, from small to twice life-size
• Achieved a highly developed TIG welding ability, experience using carbon arc, plasma cutter, and torch cutting
• Complete comprehension of metal fabrication, metal chasing, correctly applied to monumental sculpture
• Experience using rotary saws, grinders, and pneumatic die grinders for metal fabrication
• Trained in the art of patination on a variety of sculpture from small to twice… Show more
• Trained in the art of patination on a variety of sculpture from small to twice life-size

Laguna Beach

• Enforced security and safety of an undisclosed amount of priceless artwork within the museum and property
• Assisted in organizing a diverse array of events such as Auctions, Private Members’ Events, Guest Lectures, Live at the Museum Concerts, New Exhibitions, Kids' Art Studio, Film Night, and First Thursdays Art Walk
• Assembly and operation of audio/visual systems for concerts, lectures, and events
• Conducted the safe handling and arrangement of artwork following strict art… Show more
• Conducted the safe handling and arrangement of artwork following strict art handling procedures Show less

San Clemente

• Increased production and assist completion of the creation of a $100,000 ceramic art installation for the Aria Resort and Casino in Las Vegas, Nevada, exceeding deadline expectations
• Fabricated individual clay rings to specified shapes using creative skills to maintain an accurate visual aesthetic
• Categorized and organized by systematic numbering of individual ceramic rings and prepared rings for final glazing
• Improved timeline requirements by assisting in the firing process… Show more
• Improved timeline requirements by assisting in the firing process of the ceramic rings
• Trained in preparing glazes, adding resist to rings, applying glazes for final firing, and final assembly Show less

Irvine, CA

• Created an Adobe Photoshop composite of the sculpture “Gracious” for online promotion
• Constructed anatomical drawings for a quarter-million dollar, twenty-two foot, large-scale monumental sculpture of a ballerina "Gracious" viewable on my website http://www.benjamingibsonart.com/digital
• Developed techniques using grinders to brush anatomical musculature onto maquettes and the statue "Gracious."
• Coordinated on a team of drafters, engineers, architects, lighting specialists to… Show more
• Coordinated on a team of drafters, engineers, architects, lighting specialists to finalize the sculpture
• Entrusted to work remotely, unsupervised to independently to complete projects, surpassing deadline requirements Show less

• Supported classroom and assisted professor as a Student Aid, critiquing and advising proper techniques
• Managed inventory, supplies, purchasing orders, receiving and re-stocking of class supplies for the semester
• Entrusted with purchasing instrument (LCAD Credit Account)
• Repaired, fabricated, and assembled all equipment, tools, armatures
• Regularly maintained organization of the sculpture studio and equipment
• Assisted faculty with on and off-campus events; such as new… Show more

Aliso Creek, CA

• Assisted customers to achieve aesthetically pleasing matting and framing options
• Operate cash register, scanners and computers to itemize and total customer purchases; collect payments and make the change for cash transactions; and balance drawer at the end of each shift
• Responsible for opening and closing the store, also store stocking and arrangement, and setting up floor-set displays
• Consistently maintained a high level of professionalism and integrity in dealing with… Show more
• Consistently maintained a high level of professionalism and integrity in dealing with clients and management Show less

Laguna Niguel, CA

• Supervised silent auctions of works on paper created by modern and old masters exhibited at five-star hotels such as the St. Regis Monarch Resort, in Laguna Beach and Marina Del Rey, in Los Angeles, California
• Presided over silent auctions and processed acquisitions of all sold works at auction close
• Advise the guests of the history and authenticity of the artwork created using Bavarian limestone lithography, etching, and drawing techniques
• Managed shipping and receiving while… Show more
• Managed shipping and receiving while maintaining the security of all the artwork within inventory amounting to over $500,000 Show less

Greater San Diego Area

• Promoted to the Internet department within three months of being hired with the Hendrick Automotive Group
• Responsible for sourcing and confirming sales appointments through online correspondence leads
• Consulted clientele on the selection of available inventory and closed vehicle acquisitions
• Developed clientele base proved through consistent repeat customers and reflected increased sales track record
• Adapted highly persuasive techniques when negotiating and closing… Show more
• Adapted highly persuasive techniques when negotiating and closing deals with clients Show less

San Diego

• Supervised daily operations at the concierge station; responsibilities include employee training and scheduling
• Oversaw a crew of three to four personnel delegating daily duties to maximize efficiency and increase overall guest satisfaction
• Demonstrated ability to supervise and guide individuals toward completion of tasks and fulfillment of goals
• A strong reputation for putting guests at ease, overcoming objections by employing expertise in rendering diplomatic solutions to… Show more
• A strong reputation for putting guests at ease, overcoming objections by employing expertise in rendering diplomatic solutions to customer complaints
• Initiated exemplary customer service for guests by providing information regarding locations, events, reservations and also including researching and all other relevant specified searches the guests may require in an.

Bachelor’S Degree, Graduated Honors With Bachelor Of Fine Art And Minor Of Sculpture, Gpa 3.48

Activities and Societies: Fine Art Club Fine art with a drawing and painting emphasis and a minor of sculpture

Associate Degree, Graphic Design, Art Advertising, Gpa 2.96