Casey Poehlein
Experience
Freelance Artist and Furniture Maker, Philadelphia, PA Ongoing
Started my own furniture company “French Kiss Furniture” which has been stocked in various small artisan stores. Designed and made all handmade wooden furniture. Art directed all marketing and social media for the company. Have also worked as a freelance artist supporting myself through sales of original paintings and prints.
Superior Woodcraft, Doylestown, PA
June 2017 - March 2018
Cabinetmaker
Worked full-time as a cabinet and furniture maker. Was placed in a variety of departments in order to get a full understanding of the cabinetmaking process. Made house calls to customers homes to install and repair products. Was quickly given a raise and more responsibility.
Studio of Zoe Costello, Los Angeles, CA
September 2016 - March 2017
Stylist Assistant
Was responsible for spearheading a team of up to ten employees in order to coordinate large scale fashion shoots, with tasks ranging from sending email requests, visiting showrooms, making purchases, bringing large quantities of clothing to set. Worked on set with Zoe to help shoots run smoothly, helped dress and work with talent. Hired and trained new employees. Kept track of budgeting for various projects.
Freedman Fitzpatrick, Los Angeles, CA
February 2017 - March 2017
Gallery Intern
Corresponded with artists, dealt with shipping procedures, and installation for shows. Updated gallery records and website frequently. Created press packets for represented artists. Opened, closed, and watched the gallery during gallery hours.
Education
Tyler School of Art
Philadelphia, PA
2010-2015
Bachelor of Fine Arts, Sculpture
Minor in Art History
Skills
Microsoft Office & Adobe CC
Extensive painting and drawing experience
Have run my own online vintage shop for over 5 years
Hiring and scheduling
Customer service skills
Have worked in the food service industry which has greatly improved my ability to work with coworkers and customers
Other Relevant Experience
Blackbird Pizzeria- Server
American Apparel- Assistant Manager
Cantina Los Caballitos- Server
Ran freelance oil portraiture business in college for years
Experience
Freelance Artist and Furniture Maker, Philadelphia, PA Ongoing
Started my own furniture company “French Kiss Furniture” which has been stocked in various small artisan stores. Designed and made all handmade wooden furniture. Art directed all marketing and social media for the company. Have also worked as a freelance artist supporting myself through sales of original paintings and prints.
Superior Woodcraft, Doylestown, PA
June 2017 - March 2018
Cabinetmaker
Worked full-time as a cabinet and furniture maker. Was placed in a variety of departments in order to get a full understanding of the cabinetmaking process. Made house calls to customers homes to install and repair products. Was quickly given a raise and more responsibility.
Studio of Zoe Costello, Los Angeles, CA
September 2016 - March 2017
Stylist Assistant
Was responsible for spearheading a team of up to ten employees in order to coordinate large scale fashion shoots, with tasks ranging from sending email requests, visiting showrooms, making purchases, bringing large quantities of clothing to set. Worked on set with Zoe to help shoots run smoothly, helped dress and work with talent. Hired and trained new employees. Kept track of budgeting for various projects.
Freedman Fitzpatrick, Los Angeles, CA
February 2017 - March 2017
Gallery Intern
Corresponded with artists, dealt with shipping procedures, and installation for shows. Updated gallery records and website frequently. Created press packets for represented artists. Opened, closed, and watched the gallery during gallery hours.
Education
Tyler School of Art
Philadelphia, PA
2010-2015
Bachelor of Fine Arts, Sculpture
Minor in Art History
Skills
Microsoft Office & Adobe CC
Extensive painting and drawing experience
Have run my own online vintage shop for over 5 years
Hiring and scheduling
Customer service skills
Have worked in the food service industry which has greatly improved my ability to work with coworkers and customers
Other Relevant Experience
Blackbird Pizzeria- Server
American Apparel- Assistant Manager
Cantina Los Caballitos- Server
Ran freelance oil portraiture business in college for years