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Essence Young

St. Louis Park,MN

Summary

An organized and motivated interdisciplinary visual artist, eager to utilize time management and organizational skills across diverse settings. Seeking entry-level opportunities to enhance abilities while contributing to community growth.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience

Work History

KinderCare Assistant Teacher

Kindercare
Saint Louis Park , MN 55416
05.2023 - Current
  • Collaborated with teachers to ensure that all students had access to learning resources, such as books, computers, and art supplies.
  • Provided assistance to the lead teacher with individual and small group instruction.
  • Implemented innovative teaching strategies, contributing to a dynamic and supportive learning atmosphere.
  • Enhanced student learning by integrating art supplies into daily lessons, fostering a creative and inclusive educational environment.
  • Helped with daily classroom management, such as taking attendance, distributing supplies, and organizing materials.
  • Collaborated with other teachers on curriculum development.

Pool Monitor

Saint Louis Park Aquatic Center
Saint Louis Park, MN 55416
06.2022 - 09.2023
  • Provided customer service by addressing concerns in a professional manner.
  • Strengthened community safety and enjoyment by proactively monitoring pool activities and efficiently responding to emergencies.
  • Educated visitors about aquatic safety measures such as not running near the edge of the pool.
  • Greeted guests upon arrival at the facility, answered questions regarding facility policies and procedures.
  • Enforced rules and regulations pertaining to pool use.

Gallery Coordinator

Massachusetts College of Art and Design
Boston, MA 02115
01.2022 - 03.2022
  • Led the coordination of gallery exhibitions, from concept to execution, enhancing public engagement with art.
  • Organized and coordinated gallery events, exhibitions, and receptions.
  • Developed promotional materials to advertise gallery activities.
  • Set up exhibition and event spaces to install pieces for display.
  • Planned themes for gallery exhibitions and designed potential lists of art.
  • Maintained positive working relationship with fellow staff and management.

Gallery Committee Member

Perpich Center for Arts Education
Golden Valley, MN 55422
  • Participated in the marketing team and designed the promotional exhibition poster.
  • Provided technical assistance as needed when implementing policies or procedures developed by the committee.
  • Attended meetings, listened to presentations and discussed various topics with other committee members.
  • Gathered information from outside sources related to potential projects under consideration by the committee.
  • Reviewed public comments on proposed projects and provided feedback to committee members.
  • Planned and executed events to broaden reach and improve success of initiatives.

Education

Bachelor of Fine Arts - Fine Arts

University of Manitoba
Winnipeg, Manitoba R3T 2N2
02-2026

Bachelor of Fine Arts - Fine Arts

Massachusetts College of Art And Design
Boston, MA 02115

High School Diploma -

Perpich Center For Arts Education
Golden Valley, MN 55422
05.2021

High School Diploma -

Saint Louis Park High School
Saint Louis Park 55426

Skills

  • Adobe Creative Suite
  • Individual instruction
  • Social integration
  • Team collaboration
  • Computer Skills
  • Time management
  • Effective communication
  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • Cultural sensitivity
  • Self-motivation
  • Organizational skills
  • Adaptability and flexibility
  • Creative direction
  • Problem solving
  • Analytical thinking
  • Team building
  • Multitasking
  • Attention to Detail
  • Problem-solving abilities
  • Time management abilities
  • Excellent communication
  • Reliability
  • Digital photography expert

Accomplishments

  • Sold artwork at the student market in association the School of Fine Arts Student Association at the University of Manitoba
  • Sold artwork to members of University of Manitoba's Icelandic Department and others while taking the Old Norse Mythology course
  • Exhibited and sold artwork at Martha Street Studios in Winnipeg Manitoba
  • Member at Martha Street Studio Winnipeg, Manitoba
  • Co-designed and screen-printed posters for School of Art exhibition "Kidult Club: The Collaborative Kinetics of the Royal Art Lodge, ca. Y2K," 2024
  • Exhibited artwork at the Walker Art Center, Minneapolis, Minnesota in 2019
  • Sang backup for musicians Aby Wolf and Erick Mayson at the Icehouse in 2022

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

KinderCare Assistant Teacher

Kindercare
05.2023 - Current

Pool Monitor

Saint Louis Park Aquatic Center
06.2022 - 09.2023

Gallery Coordinator

Massachusetts College of Art and Design
01.2022 - 03.2022

Gallery Committee Member

Perpich Center for Arts Education

Bachelor of Fine Arts - Fine Arts

University of Manitoba

Bachelor of Fine Arts - Fine Arts

Massachusetts College of Art And Design

High School Diploma -

Perpich Center For Arts Education

High School Diploma -

Saint Louis Park High School

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