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Laura Morales

Designer
Brighton,BNH

Summary

A highly creative and skilled individual with a strong background in design, art, and education, I am eager to contribute to the nurturing and development of young children. My experience in working with diverse materials and mediums, combined with my ability to communicate effectively in multiple languages, makes me a valuable asset to your team.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience

Work History

Self-Employed Tattooist

LaMadreTattoo
01.2014 - Current
  • Established a reputation for providing a welcoming and safe environment, prioritizing client comfort and satisfaction
  • Specialized in creating meaningful and personalized tattoos, fostering a positive and memorable experience for each client.

Lampshade Maker

Shade Above
01.2022 - 01.2024
  • Successfully collaborated with a team to design and produce innovative lampshade designs, contributing to the company's reputation for unique and high-quality products.
  • Demonstrated proficiency in hand-stitching techniques and materials, ensuring the creation of durable and aesthetically pleasing lampshades.
  • Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.

Self-Employed Sewing Workshops for Children

SelfEmployed
01.2020 - 01.2023
  • Successfully taught children of all ages basic sewing skills, fostering their creativity and self-expression through hands-on projects.
  • Guided children in creating practical and stylish items, such as skirts, tote bags, and cushions, building their confidence and skills in sewing.

Self-Employed Illustrator

02.2020 - 10.2021
  • Successfully collaborated with schools to create engaging and educational illustrations for various projects, fostering a love of art and creativity among students
  • Provided high-quality illustration services to local small businesses, helping them to enhance their branding and marketing materials.

Fashion Studio Assistant

Paul Harnden
01.2019 - 01.2021
  • Efficiently managed a fast-paced work environment, ensuring timely order fulfillment and exceptional customer service while maintaining strict quality control standards
  • Contributed to the studio's success by effectively handling various tasks, including order management, packing, shipping, and customer inquiries.

Owner/Maker

LittleProjectsStore
01.2015 - 01.2018
  • Successfully operated an online business selling upcycled children's clothing, contributing to environmental sustainability by reducing waste and promoting secondhand fashion
  • Created unique and stylish pieces from pre-loved materials, offering customers affordable and eco-friendly options for their children's wardrobes.

Owner/Maker

DeCasa Home Accessories
1 2009 - 1 2014
  • Successfully launched a business from scratch while balancing the demands of family life, demonstrating exceptional entrepreneurial skills and time management.
  • Created a thriving company that produced aesthetically appealing products, gaining recognition in multiple printed media and participating in prestigious national design fairs.
  • Developed and maintained strong relationships with clients, resulting in repeat business and referrals.

Education

Caring for Children and Young People, Level 2 -

[Institution]

M.A. Printmaking (First Year) - undefined

London Print Studio
01.2009 - undefined

Pattern Making - undefined

University of the Arts
01.2009 - undefined

Stage Design Intensive Course - undefined

University of the Arts
01.2009 - undefined

Industrial Designer (with emphasis in model making) - undefined

National University of Colombia
01.2004 - undefined

Skills

Business owner/self employed traits: Meticulous attention to detail, highly organised, works well autonomously

Design skills

High manual skills to work with varied materials, techniques and finishing

Ability to think outside the box, generate unique ideas, and develop innovative solutions

Excellent problem solving skills and always looking to be proactive in minimising potential problems

Ability to manage multiple tasks efficiently and prioritise effectively

Flexibility to adapt to different styles, mediums, and project requirements

Keen eye for detail to catch errors and ensure high-quality output

Languages

Spanish
Native language
English
Proficient
C2
Portuguese
Proficient
C2

Timeline

Lampshade Maker

Shade Above
01.2022 - 01.2024

Self-Employed Illustrator

02.2020 - 10.2021

Self-Employed Sewing Workshops for Children

SelfEmployed
01.2020 - 01.2023

Fashion Studio Assistant

Paul Harnden
01.2019 - 01.2021

Owner/Maker

LittleProjectsStore
01.2015 - 01.2018

Self-Employed Tattooist

LaMadreTattoo
01.2014 - Current

M.A. Printmaking (First Year) - undefined

London Print Studio
01.2009 - undefined

Pattern Making - undefined

University of the Arts
01.2009 - undefined

Stage Design Intensive Course - undefined

University of the Arts
01.2009 - undefined

Industrial Designer (with emphasis in model making) - undefined

National University of Colombia
01.2004 - undefined

Owner/Maker

DeCasa Home Accessories
1 2009 - 1 2014

Caring for Children and Young People, Level 2 -

[Institution]
Laura MoralesDesigner