Nick Massie
Knoxville
Summary
I am a creative who enjoys working with my hands and making changes I can see. I have spent time in the creative field of tattooing and graphic design, but find building rewarding. I am looking to pivot to a career in the trades.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Tattooist
Lunar Lady Tattoo
01.2024 - 06.2024
- Collaborated with clients to create custom tattoo designs, resulting in increased referrals and positive reviews.
- Increased repeat clientele by delivering exceptional customer service and maintaining a clean, safe, and sterile work environment.
- Established a loyal client base through consistent high-quality artwork and excellent interpersonal skills.
Tattooist
Black Moth
01.2021 - 01.2024
- Collaborated with clients to create custom tattoo designs, resulting in increased referrals and positive reviews.
- Increased repeat clientele by delivering exceptional customer service and maintaining a clean, safe, and sterile work environment.
- Contributed to a positive team dynamic within the studio by collaborating with colleagues on large projects or during busy periods.
- Established a loyal client base through consistent high-quality artwork and excellent interpersonal skills.
Tattoo Apprentice / Shop Manager
Black Moth
09.2018 - 12.2020
- Shadowed experienced artists during consultations and tattoo sessions to gain insight into best practices for handling different situations that may arise in the profession.
- Built rapport with clients through effective communication, contributing to increased repeat business and referrals.
- Ensured proper aftercare instructions were provided to clients following each session, promoting healing and minimizing potential complications posttattooing.
- Developed a strong understanding of various tattoo techniques, enabling the creation of high-quality artwork for clients.
Graphic Designer / Marketing Manager
Property Brands
03.2017 - 09.2018
- Create web and print graphics for 20 + brands in the real estate market
- Paid social campaign optimization and awareness campaigns.
- Developed creative design for print materials, brochures, banners, and signs.
- Created engaging social media graphics that drove user engagement and increased online visibility.
Production Assistant / Camera Operator
Atomic Imaging
08.2016 - 12.2016
- Set up large projectors and production equipment for live events and studio productions
- Camera operator for live webinar productions, commercial videos, and episodic television.
Graphic Designer / Production Artist
Creative Circle
08.2016 - 12.2016
- Contract Design for projects including political campaign design and strategy (AL Media), package design (ORS Hair Products), large scale product catalogs for print, website design, and SEO consulting.
Graphic Designer (Contract)
Tag Trade Associates
06.2016 - 07.2016
- Design product catalogs for the 2016/2017 Spring and Summer collections
- Email template design and copywriting.
Digital Content Specialist / Graphic Designer
Tribune Content Solutions
09.2014 - 04.2016
- Graphic design for web and print including infographics, advertisements, social media campaigns, and logo design
- Write content for client blogs and social media campaigns in various industries
- Photography marketing services for blogs and social media campaigns
- SEO auditing services.
Graphic Designer
Bag Tags Inc.
12.2013 - 08.2014
- Design identification tags, lanyards, and advertising materials for various sports, networking, music, and food events
- Optimize file types and design for large scale printing processes for thousands of names and variables
- Work directly with clients through the design process to communicate effectively and provide quick turnarounds.
Photographer's Assistant
Escorcia Photography
01.2013 - 12.2013
- Prepare the studio and set up the props and environment for the shoot
- Studio photography for products and people
- Editing photographs in photoshop.
Education
Bachelors of Communications - Media Production
FLAGLER COLLEGE
St. Augustine, FL01.2012
Skills
- Tattooist
- Graphic Designer
- House Painter
- General Construction
Timeline
Tattooist
Lunar Lady Tattoo
01.2024 - 06.2024
Tattooist
Black Moth
01.2021 - 01.2024
Tattoo Apprentice / Shop Manager
Black Moth
09.2018 - 12.2020
Graphic Designer / Marketing Manager
Property Brands
03.2017 - 09.2018
Production Assistant / Camera Operator
Atomic Imaging
08.2016 - 12.2016
Graphic Designer / Production Artist
Creative Circle
08.2016 - 12.2016
Graphic Designer (Contract)
Tag Trade Associates
06.2016 - 07.2016
Digital Content Specialist / Graphic Designer
Tribune Content Solutions
09.2014 - 04.2016
Graphic Designer
Bag Tags Inc.
12.2013 - 08.2014
Photographer's Assistant
Escorcia Photography
01.2013 - 12.2013
Bachelors of Communications - Media Production
FLAGLER COLLEGE
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