Savannah Mikeal

91 Screven Street Unit E114

Darien, GA 31305
Email: sgmikeal@gmail.com ● Phone: 478.972.6984

CHARACTER SUMMARY
I am an inquisitive, creative and detail-oriented individual with exceptional interpersonal skills. I strive to ensure optimal productivity
to provide quality service and exceed expectations. I aspire to establish innovative techniques and processes to improve performance
while maintaining integrity and enthusiasm.

EXPERIENCE
Graphic Designer August 2019 - January 2021
Hendley Properties, Statesboro GA
 Designed new floor plans for all of the properties of a college town rental agency.
 Responsible for creative control to appeal to the key demographic during a time of rebranding.
 Worked one-on-one with owners and management to ensure the new vision was met.
 Rendered designs in a 3D application to create an immersive experience for prospective clients.
 Designed, rendered, and printed floor plan layouts while also fixing, painting, and hanging them in frames in the
office.
 Completed tasks outside of personal duties in order to provide optimal support and guidance.

Facility Attendant, House Manager, Box Office Associate January 2015 - August 2017
The Averitt Center for the Arts, Statesboro, GA
Facility Attendant
 Greeted all patrons and remained readily available to all clientele with a positive attitude.
 Prepared facility for events, classes, and gallery openings.
 Managed the front desk by answering phone calls, transferring calls, and interacting and offering assistance to all
employees.
 Learned information on each exhibition to be prepared to offer knowledge on the works including the artists’
backgrounds, techniques, artistic processes, mediums used, etc.
 Assisted with all questions or concerns in order to provide a comfortable and enjoyable experience.
House Manager
 Organized and processed box office information.
 Managed the operation of the lobby, ticket procurement, and audience seating as well as answered any questions
about the establishment, theatre, and performance.
 Oversaw the audience’s safety before, during, and after the show.
 Provided immediate aid, guidance, and support for any issues involving individuals in the audience, the show’s staff
and crew, and the performers.
 Coordinated with stage managers for a smooth show as well as advised and managed ushers and other house staff.
 Resolved any problems that may have arisen among the entire house, including any disputes, performance or
technical malfunctions, and all other concerns.
 Strived to maintain a positive experience for all patrons and staff.
 Responsible for clean up after the shows as well as closing down the house by checking all floors, insuring the turn
off of all technical lights and sound boards, shutting down the tech backstage, and locking up the building.
Box Office Associate
 Handled ticketing for the events.
 Responsible for printing out will-call.
 Handled all walk-in ticket purchases.

Merchandise Manager February 2015 - August 2017

The Rosengart Gallery, Statesboro, GA
 Maintained exceptional customer service.
 Responsible for safety of all patrons.
 Interacted with multiple artists to consistently generate additional merchandise within a fine arts’ gallery as well as
managed new artist intake while maintaining communication.
 Worked with new artists to enhance the overall quality of the works and spike interest within patrons by offering and
providing guidance to artists including:

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  Helping them hone their craft or find their niche
 Discovering new techniques to apply
 Suggesting alternative approaches to design concepts
 Teaching what best appealed to the store’s key demographic
 Assisted customers with extensive knowledge pertaining to specific pieces and their individual information by
initiating conversations with customers to promote interest in the history and quality of works and their
corresponding artists.
 Designed displays to make the store experience interactive and engaging for optimal sales.
 Printed and hand made various labels and tags for all merchandise.
 Effectively communicated and coordinated with other store management.
 Developed new strategies to increase customer intake and increase efficiency.

EDUCATION
Arizona State University — Tempe, AZ Graduated June 2019
Bachelor of Arts in Art History
Summa Cum Laude- GPA: 4.0
Named to the Herberger Institute for Design and the Arts Dean’s List 2018-2019

Georgia Southern University — Statesboro, GA August 2012 - August 2017

Bachelor of Art with a Concentration in Art History
Minor in Studio Art
Honored on the President’s List 2012-2017
Honored on the Dean’s List 2012-2017

South Effingham High School — Guyton, GA Graduated May 2013

Honors Graduate- GPA: 4.0
Member of the National Honor Society 2010-2013
Member of the National Beta Club 2009-2013

SKILLS
 Demonstrates ability to direct and multi-task effectively under pressure, while balancing speed and quality of the
work.
 Extensive background in writing, editing, and digital production.
 Exceptional communication skills.
 Outstanding customer service abilities.
 Maintains an attentive, caring mentality.
 Provides a friendly attitude enabling the ability to establish rapport with anyone.
 Proficient with computer applications including, but not limited to, all Microsoft Office applications as well as
Illustrator and Photoshop programs among other computer software.
 Artistic skills include:
 2-D Design
 3D Design
 Writing
 Drawing
 Painting
 Sculpture
 Ceramics
 Fine Jewelry
 Metalsmithing

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Last Updated: February, 2023