CHRISTIAN GARCIA-OLIVO
4844 68th St. Unit 4, San Diego CA 92115
CGARCIAOLIVO@GMAIL.COM
EDUCATION
San Diego State University, San Diego, CA Aug. 2013- Aug. 2015
Bachelor of Arts in Studio Art
California College of the Arts, San Francisco, CA Sept. 2010- May 2011
SKILLS
EMPLOYMENT
Athenaeum Music and Arts Library, La Jolla, CA May 2019- Present
Art instructor
Aya Art Co., San Diego, CA Dec. 2019- Feb. 2020
Art instructor
Museum of Contemporary Art San Diego, San Diego, CA Nov. 2018- Nov. 2019
Gallery Educator
Nespresso, San Diego, CA Oct. 2018- May 2019
Boutique Specialist
Museum of Photographic Arts, San Diego, CA Aug. 2018- Sept. 2018
Temporary Exhibition Preparator
Franklin Elementary School, Santa Barbara, CA Sept. 2016- June 2018
Curriculum Specialist
Future Leaders of America, Santa Barbara, CA Aug. 2015- July 2018
Volunteer
Art Explorers, Santa Barbara, CA Sept. 2015- Aug. 2016
Art Instructor
San Diego State University Library, San Diego, CA Feb. 2015- May 2015
3D Master Builder
Grossmont Community College, El Cajon, CA Aug. 2014- Dec. 2014
Teacher’s Assistant for Painting I
Protea Gallery San Diego, CA Aug. 2013- Dec. 2103
Gallery Assistant
Grossmont Community College El Cajon, CA June 2013 -July 2013
Teacher’s Assistant for 2D Design
See’s Candies Santa Barbara, CA 2006 -2008 / 2009-2012
Lead Sales
See’s Candies Santa Barbara, CA 2008 -2009
Assistant Manager
4844 68th St. Unit 4, San Diego CA 92115
CGARCIAOLIVO@GMAIL.COM
EDUCATION
San Diego State University, San Diego, CA Aug. 2013- Aug. 2015
Bachelor of Arts in Studio Art
California College of the Arts, San Francisco, CA Sept. 2010- May 2011
SKILLS
- Fluent in English and Spanish
- Proficient in Microsoft Suite-Word, Excel, Outlook, and Google +
- Elevated understanding of retail POS systems
EMPLOYMENT
Athenaeum Music and Arts Library, La Jolla, CA May 2019- Present
Art instructor
- Planned, developed, and art projects for ages 13-18
- Carried out the use of Athenaeum library resources as a starting off point for projects
Aya Art Co., San Diego, CA Dec. 2019- Feb. 2020
Art instructor
- Lead art activities for grades k-6 emphasizing innovation, creative problem solving, confidence building, mindfulness, environmental stewardship, and cultural diversity
- Implemented curriculum designed to inspire students to trust their instincts and claim their creative power by creating extremely detailed and unique mixed media works of art
- Guided and supported students to develop confidence and a profound sense of self
Museum of Contemporary Art San Diego, San Diego, CA Nov. 2018- Nov. 2019
Gallery Educator
- Acted as a liaison between the Museum with the general public and school audiences creating a welcoming environment, open to discussion and art reflection
- Develop and facilitate public/school tours and workshops
- Partner with classroom teachers to develop integrated curriculum for grades 9-12
- Provide object-based learning resources, guidance, and support for students throughout partnership
- Oversee logistics of student showcase
Nespresso, San Diego, CA Oct. 2018- May 2019
Boutique Specialist
- Helped customers select products that best fit their personal needs
- Answered customers’ questions and addressed problems and complaints
- Maintained visually appealing and effective displays for the entire boutique
- Educated customers on product and service offerings
- Collaborated with team members to give exceptional service throughout the entire shopping and purchasing experience
Museum of Photographic Arts, San Diego, CA Aug. 2018- Sept. 2018
Temporary Exhibition Preparator
- Moved artwork and crates
- Assisted with art packing/unpacking
- Installed artwork on gallery walls
- Cleaned and prepared gallery spaces
- Assisted with lighting and graphics
- Assisted in the construction of display elements
Franklin Elementary School, Santa Barbara, CA Sept. 2016- June 2018
Curriculum Specialist
- Managed and organized After School Art Academy for grades 1-6
- Planned, developed and implemented structured, yet creative curriculum
- Collaborated with teachers and community members
- Developed programs to empower community engagement amongst students
- Developed and implemented programs to encourage student and community engagement
- Supported students in developing strategies for individual needs and classroom group dynamics
- Created and implemented developmentally-appropriate curriculum that addressed all learning styles
Future Leaders of America, Santa Barbara, CA Aug. 2015- July 2018
Volunteer
- Assisted with the logistics of the organization
- Facilitated youth leadership camps and events
- Lead youth groups
Art Explorers, Santa Barbara, CA Sept. 2015- Aug. 2016
Art Instructor
- Planned, developed and executed lesson plans
- Facilitated art activity modules for students K-6
- Provided direction, feedback, and motivation for students
San Diego State University Library, San Diego, CA Feb. 2015- May 2015
3D Master Builder
- Processed 3D printing requests and maintained the 3D printer
- Taught 3D printing and technology workshops
- Ensured that 3D resources remained available to all at all times
Grossmont Community College, El Cajon, CA Aug. 2014- Dec. 2014
Teacher’s Assistant for Painting I
- Graded projects/assignments, recorded and logged grades
- Maintained, cleaned/organized Painting/Drawing studios
- Researched topics and techniques
- Prepped lesson plans
- Assisted and answered questions for students
Protea Gallery San Diego, CA Aug. 2013- Dec. 2103
Gallery Assistant
- Helped with physical installation of exhibits
- Opened and closed gallery
- Worked without supervision
Grossmont Community College El Cajon, CA June 2013 -July 2013
Teacher’s Assistant for 2D Design
- Graded projects/assignments, recorded and logged grades
- Set up demos and still life
- Cleaned/ organized classroom
- Researched topics and techniques
- Prepped lesson plans
- Assisted and answered questions for students
See’s Candies Santa Barbara, CA 2006 -2008 / 2009-2012
Lead Sales
- Handled register functions to open and close shop
- Facilitated inventory counts
- Maintained top standards in merchandising and cleanliness
- Created seasonal gift boxes for displays and sale
- Trained new seasonal hires
See’s Candies Santa Barbara, CA 2008 -2009
Assistant Manager
- Promoted successful sales by ensuring proper staffing, scheduling, and training
- Coached/trained and led associates to provide a superior level of customer service
- Budget analyzing to successfully meet: daily, weekly, monthly and yearly sales goals