Jessica Spalding

• Multi-tasking hot shot ,brought great energy and enthusiasm

• Managed phone lines, taking reservations, processing takeout orders, and addressing any customer concerns with professionalism.
• Maintained effective supply levels by monitoring and reordering food stock and dry goods.
• Utilized point-of-sale systems effectively to process transactions accurately and maintain financial records.
• Built rapport with regular customers by remembering names, preferences, or personal details that enhanced their experience at the establishment.
• Trained new staff in front-of-house procedures, customer relations, and cleaning.
• Demonstrated adaptability when dealing with unforeseen challenges such as last-minute cancellations or large group arrivals without reservations.
• Promoted an inclusive, respectful work environment by collaborating effectively with diverse colleagues and addressing any conflicts professionally.
• Contributed to team efficiency by promptly completing side work tasks during downtime periods.
• Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
• Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.

• Served as an artist-in-residence at a prestigious institution, sharing expertise while developing new creative works during the tenure.
• Used oil and acrylic paints, watercolors and digital media to create art pieces.
• Worked with clients to understand desired outcomes and requirements.
• Participated in art exhibitions and shows to showcase work.
• Curated successful art exhibitions, carefully selecting pieces that showcased diverse perspectives and styles.
• Collaborated with other artists on various art projects and installations.
• Designed and created sculptures for public and private spaces.
• 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.
• Consulted with interior designers to create custom artwork for various residential or commercial projects, complementing desired color schemes and aesthetic themes seamlessly.
• Utilized social media platforms proactively to promote personal brand awareness while engaging with potential clients or collaborators regularly.
• Created commissioned artwork for organizations and private clients.
• Coordinated with art galleries to arrange display and sale of artwork.
• Secured funding through grants, sponsorships, and donations to support artistic endeavors and community programming initiatives.
• Partnered with local businesses to create visually appealing window displays, enhancing the aesthetic appeal of commercial spaces.
• Demonstrated leadership skills in managing projects from concept to completion.
• Delivered services to customer locations within specific timeframes.
• Learned and adapted quickly to new technology and software applications.
• Expanded skillset continually by attending industry conferences, workshops or courses related to specific artistic mediums or practices desired further mastery upon within career development.
• Leveraged software to track income, expenses and other financial information.
• Gained knowledge in data entry, analysis and reporting.

• Contributed to marketing efforts aimed at increasing overall awareness of the brand Jimmy Possum
• Created custom paintings for Jimmy Possum stores Australia wide
• Made sure 24 finished paintings left the studio in Bendigo and headed to the appropriate stores .
• Coordinated with different stores to arrange display and sale of artwork.
• Used oil and acrylic paints, watercolors and digital media to create art pieces.
• Designed and executed original artwork for various private and corporate clients.
• Coordinated installations of fixtures, furniture, artwork ensuring proper placement alignment within each space according plan specifications.
• Implemented multiple high-end residential and commercial interior design projects within cost, quality and timeframe targets.
• Managed budgets and timelines effectively to deliver projects on schedule and within budget constraints.
• Researched and stayed current on industry trends to incorporate new products into designs.
• Presented compelling design proposals to clients, securing new projects and repeat business.