Current (September, 2010) resume for A. Zeiher, detailing jewelry, design and reatil experience.

1. AMAN DA Z E I H E R
10 Indian Spring Road, Budd Lake, NJ 07828
(862) 823-2778 amandazeiher@yahoo.com www.flickr.com/photos/amandazeiher/
Education
BFA, Metalsmithing & Jewelry 2005 The University of the Arts, Philadelphia, PA
PMC Certification 2008 The Arts, Stockton, PA
SolidWorks Certification 2009 CDM Institute, Wayne, NJ
Rhino for Jewelry I 2010 Fashion Institute of Technology, New York, NY
Objective: I am seeking a friendly and engaging work environment in which my employer can benefit from my experience in
jewelry retail and design, my organizational/administrative ability, as well as my other diverse talents.
Basic Software/Hardware skills Graphic/Design Software skills Jewelry/Metalsmithing skills
Mac OS 10 & Windows 7/XP Adobe Photoshop soldering/fabrication
MS Word MS Visio raising
MS Publisher Form Z CAD casting/wax/mold-making
Powerpoint Artcam Jewelsmith CAD chasing/repousse
The Edge POS basic CNC enameling
Quickbooks Pro POS Rhino (currently learning) etching
Illustrator (currently learning) beading/stringing
Professional Experience:
Administrative Assistant, Mercedes-Benz of Morristown, 2010-current
•Receiving and directing phone business
•Scheduling service appointments
•Receiving payment on repair orders (cashier)
•Processing/filing repair orders
Assistant Designer, Amore Designs, 2009-current (Internship)
•Technically actualizing and augmenting owner’s original designs
•Purchasing of materials/supplies
•Photographing, modeling and digitally editing jewelry photographs for sales/advertising use
Teacher, Let’s Create Inc. Art Studio for Children, 2005-current.
•Designing and teaching classes for children and teens ages 3-17 in beaded jewelry making
Manager, BeadLuxe LLC, Bedminster NJ, 2006-2009.
•Directed store operations of high-end beaded jewelry studio and retail boutique
•Designed and assembled original jewelry and accessory products for retail sale using in-house stock of raw materials
designs generating nearly 20% of sales 2008-2009)
•Retail product development
•Wrote copy for web site, advertising, press releases and in-store use. Created advertising visuals
•Conducted jewelry repairs and custom design sessions
•Managed and trained staff in sales, customer service, jewelry-making technical skills and design
•Created and executed visual merchandising strategies within an established business aesthetic
•Designed and implemented educational programs for customers of all age groups
•Developed contracts and business policies
•Participated in wholesale purchasing
•Developed mutually beneficial relationships with local businesses, organizations and social groups
•Bank deposits/POS (Quickbooks Pro) operation and management
Register Complex Supervisor, Century 21 Department Stores, Morristown NJ, 2006.

2. •Managed the operations and staff (8+ individuals) of the POS center of a major department store
•Opened and closed registers
•Handled all customer service matters as well as all returns
•Worked in conjunction with department and store management
•Conducted audits
Custom CAD Jewelry Designer, Kevin’s Fine Jewelry, Totowa NJ, 2006.
•Self-trained in Artcam Jewelsmith (CAD) and CNC operation
•Designed and produced custom jewelry for a fine jewelry store within customer specifications
•Responsible for ordering and processing inventory for 2 store locations
•Photographed, digitally corrected and attached photographs to inventory database
•Worked on sales floor/POS (the Edge)
•Managed database of both inventory and customers
•Evaluated customers’ jewelry repairs and wrote repair orders
•Personally transported inter-store business
•Directed incoming phone business
Customer Service Manager, Macy’s East, Wayne NJ, 2005.
•Managed the Juniors Department of a major department store
•Opened and closed registers
•Managed staff (5+ individuals)
•Coordinated all department tasks including recovery, returns, customer service and register overrides
Assistant to Jewelry Instructor Vleta Vanzca, Continuing Education, The University of the Arts, Spring semester, 2005,
and Assistant to Instructor Sara Olsen, Continuing Education, The University of the Arts, Spring semester, 2005, and
Fall semester, 2004.
•Monitored an expansive metals studio and its in-house raw materials and tools supply store
•Assured shop safety through shop maintenance and student instruction
•Instructed students individually in proper and effective metalworking techniques in conjunction with class professor
•Operated register at Metals Department tool and materials store
Sales Associate, Artesania Inc., (formerly) Wayne NJ, 1998-2002.
•Received and organized stock
•Handled sales and phone business
•Company buyer for industry wholesale shows
•Rough mineral specimen wholesale buyer
Senior Staff Member, Let’s Create Inc. Art Studio for Children, 1998 - 2007.
•Managed Junior staff members (7+ individuals)
•Supervised, hosted and scheduled events
•Created customer databases
•Assembled mailers, contacted customers and replied to telephone and e-mail inquiries regarding special events and
general studio information
Installation and Site Specific Works:
2010 Let’s Create Art Gallery Grand Opening, Let’s Create, Denville, NJ
2005 Directions, Nexus Gallery, Philadelphia PA
2005 Artifacts, sponsored by Miguel Corzo, President, The University of the Arts
2004 It’s A Good Thing, crafts banquet, exhibition and sale, Solmesen Court, The University of the Arts
2003 Ornament and Armament, The Wayne Arts Center, Wayne PA
2003 Illumination and Shadow, crafts banquet, exhibition and sale, Solmesen Court, The University of the Arts
Awards/Honors
2005 Deans List Honors, Spring semester (3.940 Term G.P.A.) The University of the Arts
2005 William E. Ridgeway Memorial Award in Jewelry/Metalsmithing Design, The University of the Arts
2003 Deans List Honors, Fall semester (3.636 Term G.P.A.), The University of the Arts
2002 Promising Artist Scholarship Award, The University of the Arts
2000 Promising Artist Scholarship Award, Cleveland Institute of Art