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Victoria Conner

Stockton On Tees,Durham

Summary

Accomplished professional specializing in sculpture techniques and design, with proven project management skills. Expertise in studio operations management and adherence to safety protocols. Strong communicator with experience in social media strategy, enhancing client engagement and visibility. Skilled in event planning, art education, and securing grant funding for innovative creative projects.

Organised and dependable with over 30 years of experience. Successful at managing multiple priorities with positive attitude. Willing to take on greater responsibilities to meet team goals.

Enthusiastic with knowledge of resolving customer problems. Works to increase success through effective work strategies and customer service.

Overview

22
22
years of professional experience

Work history

Willow Sculptor

Self Employed
Stockton-on-Tees, Durham
05.2014 - Current
  • Collaborated with fellow artists for successful exhibitions.
  • Enhanced visibility of personal artwork through online marketing
  • Worked on commission-based projects for personalized artwork delivery.
  • Led art workshops, inspiring creativity in participants
  • Sculpted works of art using appropriate materials manipulation techniques.
  • Worked within agreed timescales, budgets and creative constraints.
  • Created custom art pieces to meet client specifications.
  • Produced high-quality artwork, consistently meeting or exceeding expectations.
  • Taught sculpting workshops to inspire future generation of artists.
  • Achieved desired aesthetic effects by manipulating tools and techniques.
  • Translated 2D sketches into 3D forms through sculpting methods.
  • Experimented with new sculpting techniques, pushing the boundaries of traditional artwork.
  • Sculpted commissioned pieces for public installations, enhancing city landscapes.
  • Sculpted bespoke pieces for private collectors, resulting in highly personalised artworks.
  • Repaired damaged sculptures, restoring them to their original beauty.
  • Created unique sculptures by interpreting and executing client briefs.
  • Demonstrated strong work ethic and commitment to artistic excellence bringing visions to life.
  • Participated in art community by attending exhibitions, workshops, and conferences.

Warehouse administrator

Sigsworths Florist Sundries
Stockton-on-Tees, Durham
08.2003 - 06.2014
  • Collaborated with HR department during recruitment drives, facilitated hiring of skilled workforce.
  • Liaised with customers regarding delivery schedules, leading to high customer satisfaction rates.
  • Developed contingency plans for potential issues; effectively mitigated risk of delays.
  • Managed daily administrative tasks to maintain smooth warehouse functioning.
  • Performed quality checks on incoming goods, maintained high standards across all products.
  • Coordinated with logistics team for smooth delivery of goods.
  • Skilfully resolved customer issues with constructive problem solving and communication.
  • Liaised with customers and other departments to plan timely transportation of goods.

Education

Diploma of Higher Education - Craft Skills for Creative Industry

City & Guilds
Shropshire
10.2023 -

GCSEs - Maths

AQA
Stockton on Tees
09.2018 - 06.2019

Skills

  • Project time management
  • Criticism acceptance
  • Sculpture techniques and design
  • Material knowledge
  • Power tool operation
  • Independent work
  • Client communication
  • Creative originality
  • Sculpture planning and shaping
  • Event planning and coordination
  • Artistic vision and creativity
  • Safety procedures in studio
  • Social media strategy
  • Studio management skills
  • Grant funding applications
  • Creative research methodologies
  • Art class delivery

Affiliations

  • Love outdoor life, keeping a number of pet sheep. Enjoy learning and making new things, such as leather work, welding and weaving.

Timeline

Diploma of Higher Education - Craft Skills for Creative Industry

City & Guilds
10.2023 -

GCSEs - Maths

AQA
09.2018 - 06.2019

Willow Sculptor

Self Employed
05.2014 - Current

Warehouse administrator

Sigsworths Florist Sundries
08.2003 - 06.2014

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