Kyra Cushing's Resume
EDUCATION .
Alfred University, New York State College of Ceramics (Alfred, NY) May 2018
Bachelor of Fine Arts, Cum Laude GPA – 3.6/4.0
Major – Art and Design
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE .
Studio Arts Director, Camp Kippewa Summer (s) 2018, 2019
Monmouth, ME
• Oversaw a staff of twelve instructors in nine different program areas
• Oversaw daily studio operations; ensured that classes ran smoothly and safely
• Provided feedback to instructors on their teaching, resolving issues in teaching or between instructors
• Planned and ran camper art shows two times during the summer
• Ordered art supplies as needed, completed detailed inventory of arts program
Storefront Manager, The Pottery Factory October 2018-May 2019
Mount Kisco, NY
• Oversaw smooth operation of five different studio practices
• Hosted parties and events for upwards of twenty people
• Taught clay and painting classes
• Managed storefront and oversaw five party host staff members
Pet Sitter
Bedford, NY November 2017-May 2019
• Provided overnight care for dogs and cats
• Discussed each animal’s individual nature and needs during the duration of the visit with the owner
• Administered medication
• Provided animals with food and water, according to specific instructions
• Walked dogs, following specific instructions from owner
Group Leader and Assistant Arts Director, Camp Kippewa Summer 2017
Monmouth, ME
• Ran the ceramics program and maintained the ceramics studio
• Prepared clay, oversaw daily studio operations
• Taught daily hand building classes to groups of 7-10 children ages 5-15
• Lived with and took care of a bunk of twenty four girls
• Served as the lead counselor for the oldest campers-- planned events, aided in resolving camper disputes, helped to continue camp traditions
Ceramics Instructor and Counselor, Camp Kippewa Summer(s) 2015, 2016
Monmouth, ME
• Ran the ceramics program and maintained the ceramics studio
• Prepared clay, oversaw daily studio operations
• Taught daily hand building classes to groups of 7-10 children ages 5-15
• Lived with and took care of a bunk of twelve girls
Tour Guide, Alfred University Office of Admissions Fall 2015 – Spring 2017
Alfred, NY
• Greeted and mingled with families at admissions events
• Provided families with campus tours, as well as detailed tours of the art facilities
• Assisted with admission events
Studio Assistant, Wynne Noble Tile and Vessel Summer 2013 – Winter 2015
Brooklyn, NY
• Helped fill and assemble orders of personalized tiles and dinnerware for restaurants
• Taught hand building classes to groups of 10-12 children ages 7-9
• Maintained the studio, wedged clay, and cleaned and repainted kiln shelves
EDUCATION .
Alfred University, New York State College of Ceramics (Alfred, NY) May 2018
Bachelor of Fine Arts, Cum Laude GPA – 3.6/4.0
Major – Art and Design
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE .
Studio Arts Director, Camp Kippewa Summer (s) 2018, 2019
Monmouth, ME
• Oversaw a staff of twelve instructors in nine different program areas
• Oversaw daily studio operations; ensured that classes ran smoothly and safely
• Provided feedback to instructors on their teaching, resolving issues in teaching or between instructors
• Planned and ran camper art shows two times during the summer
• Ordered art supplies as needed, completed detailed inventory of arts program
Storefront Manager, The Pottery Factory October 2018-May 2019
Mount Kisco, NY
• Oversaw smooth operation of five different studio practices
• Hosted parties and events for upwards of twenty people
• Taught clay and painting classes
• Managed storefront and oversaw five party host staff members
Pet Sitter
Bedford, NY November 2017-May 2019
• Provided overnight care for dogs and cats
• Discussed each animal’s individual nature and needs during the duration of the visit with the owner
• Administered medication
• Provided animals with food and water, according to specific instructions
• Walked dogs, following specific instructions from owner
Group Leader and Assistant Arts Director, Camp Kippewa Summer 2017
Monmouth, ME
• Ran the ceramics program and maintained the ceramics studio
• Prepared clay, oversaw daily studio operations
• Taught daily hand building classes to groups of 7-10 children ages 5-15
• Lived with and took care of a bunk of twenty four girls
• Served as the lead counselor for the oldest campers-- planned events, aided in resolving camper disputes, helped to continue camp traditions
Ceramics Instructor and Counselor, Camp Kippewa Summer(s) 2015, 2016
Monmouth, ME
• Ran the ceramics program and maintained the ceramics studio
• Prepared clay, oversaw daily studio operations
• Taught daily hand building classes to groups of 7-10 children ages 5-15
• Lived with and took care of a bunk of twelve girls
Tour Guide, Alfred University Office of Admissions Fall 2015 – Spring 2017
Alfred, NY
• Greeted and mingled with families at admissions events
• Provided families with campus tours, as well as detailed tours of the art facilities
• Assisted with admission events
Studio Assistant, Wynne Noble Tile and Vessel Summer 2013 – Winter 2015
Brooklyn, NY
• Helped fill and assemble orders of personalized tiles and dinnerware for restaurants
• Taught hand building classes to groups of 10-12 children ages 7-9
• Maintained the studio, wedged clay, and cleaned and repainted kiln shelves