Customer Service Human Resources
Resume:
R o b e r t K . U t z i g J r.
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Objective
Obtaining a career oriented position in a field where I will have a positive Benefit on society as a whole. My experiences in
college make me a candidate as a trainer, management professional or educator. My professional experiences range from
teaching to management to various labor positions, and I have risen to success in all of these endeavors. The only challenge I
have not completed is failure, and it is the endeavor I most continue to strive against.)
Qualifications Profile
Hard working, dedicated, creative, highly adaptable, comfortable teaching in diverse situations, and flexible to meet the
needs of the student, parent, school and community.
Hands on experience in all major art techniques and extensive formal training in Art History, English and Computers.
Capable of working with most major computer programs including Microsoft Office, Photoshop and Windows
Work experience includes Entrepreneurial Development of Arts Business, Substitute Teaching in Art and Technology,
Supervisory Roles and Organizational Management
…Intelligent, creative and loyal…There is no doubt in my mind that he can achieve success in
any endeavor…Dep. Chief J. McCarthy
Education
May 2004 Buffalo State College Buffalo, NY
Bachelor of Fine Arts
Concentration in Sculpture, Minor Art History
Also Studied Sociology, Social Work, Philosophy and Psychology
1997 1999 Nassau Community College Garden City, NY
Majored in Photography
Studied a wide variety of photography courses and journalism
Received Certificate in Photography
Work Experience
2008 Kelly Educational Services Amherst, NY
Robert K. Utzig, Jr.
Substitute Teacher in grades K 8 at contracted schools in western Erie County.
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• Followed Teachers Lessons as per Sub Plans that were left.
• Taught Students Lessons from teachers or original lesson plans as needed to fill the educational
day.
2007 Present Erie One BOCES Buffalo, NY
• Full Time Personal Aide for Summer School Program – Primary duty is to help one student with all day
to day activities
• Substitute Teachers/Aide for Regular School Year – Fill in as needed for teacher or aide and follow or
instruct lessons as directed.
• Substitute Student Assistant for hand over hand work – act as “bionic” arms aiding in the students
ability to complete tasks
• Assist in creating lesson plans that the students would be capable to complete.
1999 Present Blue Wolf Arts Buffalo, NY
Lecturer and Artisan of Traditional Native American Crafts and Primitive Tools
Design, produce, market and sale of my own original Artworks primarily based on my Lakota heritage
Presentation and demonstration of photographic processes dating from 1850 to the present
Authentic recreation of Native American Crafts and Primitive Tools
Educate on Native American traditions and the making of Primitive Tools
Demonstrate traditional Native American Crafts in public forum
Offer hands on learning experiences in primitive art technique inspired by and based on historical records
Custom design and production of Native American style jewelry
Maintain materials and stock as well keep records of sales and expenses
Schedule and planning of travel to Pow Wow and Primitive Art Shows
2004 2005 Bishop Timon St. Jude H.S. Buffalo, NY
Substitute Teacher
Supervise student activities based on lesson plans left by absent teacher
Focused primarily on coverage of Art, Photography, Graphic Design, English and Technology
2004 2008 Sears Roebuck and Co. Blasdell, NY
Receiving Associate
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Duties primarily involve receiving merchandise into stock, unloading trucks, and assisting customers with
large purchases
Presently disabled from position due to injury incurred on job
2002 2003 Buffalo State College Buffalo, NY
Vehicle Maintenance Coordinator, University Police Student Assistant Program
Duties include basic repair and maintenance of the organizations vehicle fleet, as well as coordinating more
extensive repairs
Additional responsibilities include filing supply requisitions, technical support and coordination
Also responsible to stand guard post at a number of campus locations including the Library, Burchfield
Penney Art Center and Student Union and at specials events such as Commencement, Homecoming and
Concerts
Supervisory role over 80 people involved in the use of the vehicles and maintaining campus security
Accomplishments include writing $500,000 budget, acquisition of four new vehicles, updating and revision
of the organizational handbook with new rules and procedures, performing annual training classes for groups
as large as 20 new recruits and generation of new maps and brochures for campus activities
2002 2003 Buffalo State College Buffalo, NY
Studio Monitor for Sculpture Department
Responsibilities include monitoring safety of students and equipment including a variety of power tools,
torches, welders and foundry equipment
Additional duties include supervisory assistance to students and technical assistance to professor in class and
after class hours
Participation required in all metal pours including copper, bronze, aluminum, iron and lead
Professional Development
2007: Nurturing Multiple Perspectives through the Arts at the University of Buffalo
2006: Educator’s Professional Development Conference at the Pittsburgh Institute of Art
2002 2006: Exhibited and attendance at the New York State Art Teacher’s Association Conference
2005: Protecting God’s Children Seminar, earned VIRTUS Certification for Child Abuse Prevention
2002: Exhibited and attended the International Sculpture Center Cast Iron Sculpture Conference and Exhibition
2002: Exhibited and attended the Griffis Sculpture Park International Sculpture Summer Symposium
2001: PARTNERS Training Employee Development Program at SUNY College at Buffalo
Professional Memberships
New York State Art Teachers Association
National Art Education Association
Robert K. Utzig, Jr.
The Burchfield Penney Art center
Albright Knox Art Gallery
The Buffalo Zoo
Genesee Valley Flint Knapper and Primitive Tool Craftsmen Association
Susquehanna Valley Flint Knappers Association
Volunteer Experience
2002 2007: Mount Mercy Academy, Art Department, Set up of Art Shows and Photography of Student
Work
2004 2007: Mount Mercy Academy and Bishop Timon St. Jude High School Drama Club, chaperone, set up of
special events, research and planning for theatrical exercises
2001 2003: Burchfield Penney Art Gallery, set up of exhibitions, assisting presenters and dignitaries, public
relations and customer service
2002: Bishop Timon St. Jude and Mount Mercy Academy Summer Elementary Enrichment Program
2000 2002: Buffalo State College Alumni Association, escort and special tours of returning alumni and
distinguished guests during reunion and special events
Fall 1999 2003: P.s. 74 Bronx NY, Visiting Artist in Residence, provided a variety of Art activities
connecting to current classroom experiences to students in 2nd 4th grades
Exhibition of Artwork, Shows and Public Presentations
2004 2006: Bald Eagle Native American Arts Festival and Primitive Tool Show, Janesville PA
2002 2006: Genesee Valley Flint Knappers Stone Tool and Native American Craft Show at Letchworth NY
2005 and 2004: Genundowa Festival of Lights, Hammondsport NY
2004: Thunder Falls Pow Wow, Niagara Falls NY
2003: Flint Ridge Primitive Tool and Archaeology Exhibition, Flint Ridge, Ohio
May 2003: Pyrotechnic Tree and other Works, Griffis Sculpture Park Educational Presentation in
Conjunction with Orchard Park Middle School bronze casting workshop, Orchard Park, NY
May 2003: Flame of Life One Man Show, Griffis Sculpture Park, Ashford Hollow, NY
Summer 2002: PARNU Positiivne MARK, Kunstisuvi 2002, Parnu Kunsti Aastaraamat; (Summer
Sculpture Symposium, New Museum of Art, Parnu, Estonia) ((Piece Added To Permanent Collection of
National Gallery))
Spring 2002: Fine Arts Student Show; Juried exhibition of sculpted limestone, bronze and iron work
Spring 1999: Firehouse Gallery Student Art competition; experimental color photography
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1998: Long Island Symposium on Photography, 12 photographs sports photography all color
Awards received
2005, 2006 Best Native Craftsman Booth Bald Eagle Native American Arts Festival and Primitive Tool Show,
Janesville PA
Fall 2001: Professional Training Management Award, Human Resources Office, Buffalo State College
Summer 2001: Distinguished Service Letter, Alumni Division of Special Events, Buffalo State College
Spring 1999: 2nd place in Show – Photography, Firehouse Gallery
Fall 1998: Dean’s Honor Roll, Nassau Community College
1998: Honorable Mention for Overall Color Photography and Craftsmanship, 5th overall for Student work, Long
Island Symposium on Photography
Fall 1997: Dean’s Honor Roll, Nassau Community College
References:
Cynthia Burison
Proprietor, Moose Feathers
Crissy Bilyk
Teacher, Preschool
William King
Director R&D Conair Product Development
Dep. Chief James McCarthy
State University Police, Buffalo State College
Due to illness, for information contact Chief Wisniewski (below),
or Investigator Donald Agen
Ken Payne
Sculpture Department Chairperson
Reverend Marge Reid
Ministerial Director of Unity Southtowns Church
Robert K. Utzig, Jr.
Richard Schnieder
Restraunt Manager, Twenty Plus Year Friend
Chief Roger Wisniewski
State University Police, Buffalo State College
(See Note Above)
Cynthia A. Burison
One Milford Street
Buffalo, New York 14220 1613
March 2, 2008
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To Whom It May Concern:
Robert Utzig has worked for me in the position of instructor, demonstrator, and craftsman through my arts and crafts
business, Moose Feathers.
Mr. Utzig has demonstrated that he is very well versed in the subject of Native American crafts. He incorporates his
knowledge of the history of area tribes along with his technological skills in his instruction and demonstration of
various crafts including knife making, bone carvings, photography, jewelry making and beadwork. He is capable of
drawing a considerable audience, and maintaining its rapt attention. He has shown a unique ability to conduct his
lessons in a manner that meets the interests and needs of all age groups.
Some of the events that he has conducted his demonstrations and classes include the Thunder Falls PowWow in
Niagara Falls, New York in 2003, and the Native American Crafts and Primitive Arts Festival in Jaynesville,
Pennsylvania in 2004, 2005, and 2006, to mention a few.
I sincerely admire and respect Mr. Utzig for both his talent and his professionalism. He is a serious and dedicated
craftsman and teacher.
Very truly,
Cynthia Burison
Cynthia Burison
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