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Manika Arora

Royston,Hertfordshire

Summary

Dedicated and meticulous Art Finisher and Silicone Runner with experience in the medical sector. Skilled in precise running and finishing of silicone components for medical bodies. Proven ability to train and mentor team members in silicone running techniques to achieve operational excellence and maintain high-quality standards.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience

Work history

Art finisher

Anthrotek
Newmarket, Suffolk
02.2025 - 02.2025
  • Casted a 3D printed mould in silicone to create a custom mask.
  • Assembled, seamed, painted and completed the mask to meet client specifications.
  • Painted a detailed lung prop for a custom project, ensuring high-quality craftsmanship and attention to detail.

Art finisher and Silicone runner

Life cast Body Simulation
Elstree Studios
08.2022 - 11.2024
  • Skilled in different airbrush painting techniques, texturing and mottling to create lifelike and visually striking bodies
  • Trim, seam, and finish silicone parts to meet quality specifications
  • Proficient in casting silicone out of fibre glass moulds using Platinum gel and T20
  • Inspect silicone parts for defects and inconsistencies, performing necessary corrections to achieve flawless results
  • Trained junior team members on silicone casting and proper use of tools.
  • Assess trainees’ performance and provide constructive feedback to ensure skill development and proficiency.


Creative assistant

Royston Labels
Royston, Hertfordshire
02.2022 - 07.2022
  • Supported account managers and liaised with the planning department to provide innovative ideas for label designs
  • Created amended and new labels according to specifications provided by the customer
  • Liaised with the studio and customers to process new artworks

Creative assistant

The Brick Lane Gallery
Brick Lane, London
11.2021 - 02.2022
  • General admin tasks and maintained daily operations of the gallery
  • Participated in the removal and installation of exhibitions every two weeks
  • Liaised with potential exhibitors to provide support and advice
  • Generated compelling content for marketing materials, boosting audience interest.

Researcher

CS Partners
Remote
11.2020 - 05.2021
  • Maintained engagement with business professionals through LinkedIn
  • Analysing information from different sources
  • Efectively processed and collected data
  • Maintained customer database.

Creative assistant

A4A Gallery
New Delhi, India
07.2017 - 08.2017
  • Curating exhibitions for Arts4All- NEEL and Monumenta
  • Developing press notes and e-catalogues for exhibitions mentioned above
  • Managed the social media accounts and updated it regularly
  • Coordinated the exhibition opening nights and workshops throughout the internship.

Education

BA(hons) - Fine Art

Arts University Bournemouth
Bournemouth, England
09.2015 - 07/2018

International Baccalaureate - Art HL, Hindi HL, Biology HL, English SL, Psychology SL, Maths SL

Step by Step School
New Delhi, India
01.2013 - 07/2015

IGCSE - Art, English, Maths, Economics, Hindi, Biology, Psychology, Environmental studies

Step by Step School
New Delhi, India
01.2011 - 07/2013

Skills

  • Excellent problem-solving and time management skills
  • Effective communication and teamwork skills
  • Painting, airbrushing, texturing, colour matching and weathering
  • Familiar with tools and equipment for casting silicone
  • Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality
  • Excellent training and mentoring abilities

Languages

Hindi
Fluent
English
Fluent

Timeline

Art finisher

Anthrotek
02.2025 - 02.2025

Art finisher and Silicone runner

Life cast Body Simulation
08.2022 - 11.2024

Creative assistant

Royston Labels
02.2022 - 07.2022

Creative assistant

The Brick Lane Gallery
11.2021 - 02.2022

Researcher

CS Partners
11.2020 - 05.2021

Creative assistant

A4A Gallery
07.2017 - 08.2017

BA(hons) - Fine Art

Arts University Bournemouth
09.2015 - 07/2018

International Baccalaureate - Art HL, Hindi HL, Biology HL, English SL, Psychology SL, Maths SL

Step by Step School
01.2013 - 07/2015

IGCSE - Art, English, Maths, Economics, Hindi, Biology, Psychology, Environmental studies

Step by Step School
01.2011 - 07/2013
Manika Arora