Artist and Graphic Designer
Website: www.deviousdragondesigns.com
Email: mackenzierockets@hotmail.com
Brief Bio: I am an aspiring artist, seeking commission work and job opportunities. Born in Florida, I was raised in Sevierville, Tennessee. I have been actively practicing graphic design since 2016. I obtained a Bachelors in Art with an emphasis in Graphic Design from Carson Newman University in 2024. I was awarded an honors degree for my outstanding commitment to the arts.
Skills: I have developed many skills over my time in the workforce and as a Graphic Artist.
Proficient in Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, Indesign, Portfolio, and Dimension, as well as Apple's Procreate. Familiar with Apple and Window's products.
Proficient in website creation through Adobe Portfolio.
Efficient in writing, both creative and otherwise, narrating, developing and presenting speeches, and story development.
Able to properly manage people, money, and paperwork.
Can handle individual orders and requests and has experience of working with individual clients.
Volunteer Experience: I have volunteered for the local church, Pathways Church, for 9 years, as a computer operator. I provide the band with song lyrics to reference, display Bible verses and important quotes for the audience, as well as display any videos or media needed to add to the Pastor’s message.
Work Experience: I’ve worked for several businesses, each with a unique position and responsibilities.
Cracker Barrel for 2 years, as a: Host, waiter, and beginning training as a prep cook. Developed my organizational skills, the ability to multitask, and my customer service skills.
Food City for 2 years, as a: Cashier, gas station attendant, and a manager. I further developed my customer service skills, as well as my ability to multitask. I was trained to handle funds and earnings, as well as people management skills.
Parrot Mountain for 1 year, as a: Cashier, animal handler, and manager. I learned how to handle large tropical birds, while educating people about their species and their needs.
Gatlin’s tourist attractions for 1 year, as a: Cashier, attendant, and operator. Continued to develop my customer service skills, while learning how to operate available attractions.
RedBull and BDT Merchandising, current occupation, as a: Merchandiser. Stocks coolers and shelves with RedBull all across Sevier County.