Darren Polk
Charlotte
Summary
Art History professional with hands-on experience in retail and visual environments. Skilled in artwork handling, maintaining organized spaces, and supporting creative projects. Passionate about learning the practical side of art production and collaborating in shop settings. Developed design and visual communication skills in fast-paced, collaborative environments, demonstrating expertise in Adobe Creative Suite. Seeking to transition into a new field to drive innovation and visual excellence using transferrable skills.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Sales Associate
HOBBY LOBBY Retail Stores
06.2024 - Current
- Handled delicate art supplies and decorations with care.
- Maintained clean, organized work areas and assisted in merchandise displays.
- Provided customer support and assisted with stock and inventory.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
Team Member
KFC
01.2021 - 11.2021
- Performed fast-paced tasks while keeping workstations organized.
- Followed safety protocols with tools and kitchen equipment.
- Supported team operations through multitasking and reliability.
- Collaborated with team to ensure efficient operation of daily tasks and workflows.
- Assisted in training new team members on standard procedures and safety protocols.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Art History
University of North Carolina Charlotte
Charlotte, NC05-2025
Bachelor of Arts - Art
Central Piedmont Community College
Charlotte, NC12-2021
Skills
- Art Handling & Preservation Awareness
- Workspace Maintenance & Shop Support
- Visual Organization & Display
- Teamwork & Communication
- Time Management
- Basic Tool Safety Understanding
- Customer service
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Time management
- Problem-solving skills
LANGUAGES
English (Fluent)
Spanish (Basic)
Timeline
Sales Associate
HOBBY LOBBY Retail Stores
06.2024 - Current
Team Member
KFC
01.2021 - 11.2021
Bachelor of Arts - Art History
University of North Carolina Charlotte
Bachelor of Arts - Art
Central Piedmont Community College
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