Artist and marketing professional with proven track record in business consulting and strategic marketing. Skilled in developing and implementing effective marketing strategies that align with business goals. Collaborative team player known for achieving results and adapting to changing market needs. Proficient in market analysis and client engagement.
Hi, I’m
Soren Stinson
Toronto,ON
Summary
Overview
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Myself
Illustration Business and Marketting
01.2024 - Current
Job overview
- Designed visually appealing marketing materials that resonated with target audiences.
- Delivered successful product launches by coordinating cross-functional teams and managing timelines effectively.
- Learned how to grow my business.
- Familiarized myself with square and how running a business works technologically as well as financially.
Commissions
Digital Artist
01.2014 - Current
Job overview
- I was able to manage money that I was given in exchange for Illustrative digital portraits and designs.
- Refined company's visual identity through consistent application of established style guides across all creative deliverables.
- Received consistent positive feedback from clients for delivering exceptional digital artwork within tight deadlines.
La Girafe en Feu
Art gallery attendant
04.2023 - 08.2023
Job overview
- I explained artwork to all people who came into the gallery.
- Maintained a clean and organized gallery environment, creating an inviting atmosphere for visitors to enjoy.
- Ensured artwork safety by diligently monitoring gallery spaces and maintaining proper environmental conditions.
- I made sure to give everyone who came in a wealth of knowledge that they could take with them and share with others.
- I managed money at the box office and administered tickets.
- I made everyone who entered feel welcomed.
Its liquid group
Artist
03.2023 - 03.2023
Job overview
- I sold paintings of mine to buyers at a gallery in Venice during the Mixed Identities Show hosted by Its Liquid Group.
- Utilized social media platforms proactively to promote personal brand awareness while engaging with potential clients or collaborators regularly.
- Contributed to creative process through original ideas and inspiration.
Cat Sitter Toronto
Cat Caregiver
11.2022 - 01.2023
Job overview
- I take care of cats while their owners are away
- Built strong relationships with clients to deliver emotional support and companionship.
- Assisted clients with activities of daily living, promoting independence and quality of life.
Secret City Adventures
Scare Actor
10.2022 - 11.2022
Job overview
- Used my body and voice to scare visitors
- Was punctual and worked with others to perform scenes
- Maintained high energy levels throughout long shifts, ensuring consistency in scare intensity from start to finish.
- Enhanced guest experience by embodying various scare roles and maintaining character throughout performances.
- Teamed on clean up of set and location at end of performance to prepare for next performance.
- Assisted with costume maintenance and repairs, preserving the professional appearance of characters on stage.
- Worked with various special effects, fog, strobes and loud sounds.
- Utilized improvisational techniques when interacting with guests, creating a unique experience for each visitor.
- Promoted safety for both actors and guests by adhering to all guidelines and protocols during performances.
- Assisted set designers in constructing realistic environments, elevating the overall visual impact of the attraction.
CNE - Canadian National Exhibition
Gallery Attendant
04.2022 - 06.2022
Job overview
- Charged ticket admission for gallery entry
- Made sure to check on all the art work and be familiar with its history as I led people around the institution
- Maintained a clean and organized gallery environment, creating an inviting atmosphere for visitors to enjoy.
- Ensured artwork safety by diligently monitoring gallery spaces and maintaining proper environmental conditions.
- Collaborated with gallery staff to plan and execute successful opening receptions and special events.
- Provided exceptional customer service, addressing visitor inquiries and concerns promptly and professionally.
Twenty Twenty Arts
Artist
11.2020 - 01.2021
Job overview
- My art was chosen along with 9 other artists around Ontario to be featured in the Life on the Line 2020 campaign.
- My art helped raise awareness about mental illness to a large audience.
- Contributed to creative process through original ideas and inspiration.
- Sold original art pieces through online platforms, gallery exhibitions, and direct customer interactions, generating consistent revenue streams while maintaining an active artist presence within the community.
- Developed unique art pieces that garnered positive attention from critics and collectors, leading to increased sales and commissions.
Murze Magazine
Freelance Artist
12.2020 - 12.2020
Job overview
- I was a part of Murze Magazine's Art For Advent 2020 campaign
- Utilized social media platforms proactively to promote personal brand awareness while engaging with potential clients or collaborators regularly.
- Made use of materials, such as ink, watercolors, charcoal, oil, computer software, paints, and pencils to complete unique piece for customers.
- Contributed to creative process through original ideas and inspiration.
ArtsMarketing
Arts Marketing Sales Associate for the AGO
10.2019 - 03.2020
Job overview
- Under contract from the AGO, called members asking for donations to the museum.
- Handled cash transactions efficiently while adhering to company cash handling policies, ensuring accuracy in all financial exchanges.
- Built relationships with customers to encourage repeat business.
- Managed returns, exchanges and refunds in accordance with store policy.
- Maintained calm demeanor and professionally managed issues in busy, high-stress situations.
- Provided positive first impressions to welcome existing, new, and potential customers.
Care Pet Services
Cat sitter
01.2018 - 03.2020
Job overview
- I administer medication and care for cats around Toronto
Pet Valu
Sales Associate
08.2019 - 10.2019
Job overview
- I assisted clients and suggested foods and products for their pets.
- Organized racks and shelves to maintain store visual appeal, engage customers, and promote specific merchandise.
- Handled cash transactions efficiently while adhering to company cash handling policies, ensuring accuracy in all financial exchanges.
- Built relationships with customers to encourage repeat business.
- Managed returns, exchanges and refunds in accordance with store policy.
- Maintained calm demeanor and professionally managed issues in busy, high-stress situations.
Zero Gravity Circus
Circus Instructor
06.2013 - 03.2016
Job overview
- I instructed the children in the circus arts in a calm and effective manner.
- Tracked student progress, frequently checking in with struggling students and identifying root causes of problems.
- Boosted student performance by providing individualized support and targeted feedback.
- Initiated new learning methods, eliminating instructional gaps and improving comprehension.
Education
Humber Lakeshore
Diploma from Visual and Digital Arts
06.2017
University Overview
Rosedale Heights School of the Arts
Secondary School from Visual Arts
06.2014
University Overview
Skills
- Organizational Skills
- Time Management
- Sales
- Multitasking
- Customer service
- Communication
- Microsoft Excel
- Marketing
- Graphic Design
Accomplishments
Accomplishments
- Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets.
- Documented and resolved misunderstandings in the workplace which led to a safer more inclusive environment.
- Achieved high number of sales by selling my artwork with accuracy and efficiency.
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
French
Limited Working
Japanese
Elementary
References
References
- Rachel Williams, Giraffe en Feu manager, 778-960-5132, Rachelwilliams136@gmail.com
- Megan Kee, 2020Arts Founder and Director, 647-287-6843, megan@twentytwentyarts.com
- Kassandra Peart, ArtsMarketing Manager and Sales Associate, 416-624-0935
- Noni Kaur, MA, BFA, Professor/Program Coordinator, Humber College Lakeshore campus, 416-875-6622, noni.kaur@humber.ca
- Hanit Betsale, Owner, Care Pet Services, 647-521-5272, Hanit@carepetservices.ca
Personal Information
Personal Information
Title: Artist and Acrobat ExtrordinaireInterests
- I enjoy sketching and drawing, which helps improve my creativity and attention to detail
- Creating digital artwork using software like Photoshop, Illustrator, or Procreate
- Dungeons and Dragons which promotes public speaking and teamwork skills
- Getting involved in local advocacy groups to promote positive outcomes for the queer community
- Participating in fundraising events to support the 519 and other queer centered charities
Timeline
Illustration Business and Marketting
Myself
01.2024 - Current
Art gallery attendant
La Girafe en Feu
04.2023 - 08.2023
Artist
Its liquid group
03.2023 - 03.2023
Cat Caregiver
Cat Sitter Toronto
11.2022 - 01.2023
Scare Actor
Secret City Adventures
10.2022 - 11.2022
Gallery Attendant
CNE - Canadian National Exhibition
04.2022 - 06.2022
Freelance Artist
Murze Magazine
12.2020 - 12.2020
Artist
Twenty Twenty Arts
11.2020 - 01.2021
Arts Marketing Sales Associate for the AGO
ArtsMarketing
10.2019 - 03.2020
Sales Associate
Pet Valu
08.2019 - 10.2019
Cat sitter
Care Pet Services
01.2018 - 03.2020
Digital Artist
Commissions
01.2014 - Current
Circus Instructor
Zero Gravity Circus
06.2013 - 03.2016
Rosedale Heights School of the Arts
Secondary School from Visual Arts
Humber Lakeshore
Diploma from Visual and Digital Arts
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