Jeremy Carter
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www.jeremybcarter.com
OBJECTIVE
To collaborate on innovative projects, to generate progressive results and to develop meaningful career relationships by making use of my business experiences, entrepreneurial insights and creative skill sets.
EDUCATION
Master of Fine Arts, Industrial Design
Savannah College of Art and Design 2011
Bachelor of Fine Arts, Sound Design
School of the Art Institute of Chicago 2001
Luthier’s Certificate
Totnes School of Guitar Making 1995
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Quality Assurance Analyst
The Echo Nest
1/2012 to present Somerville, MA
- Assist program developers in the creation of data retrieval and analysis tools
- Test applications for performance quality, data accuracy, and user experience
Founder & Luthier
Carter Custom Instruments
9/2004 to present Belmont, MA
- Design and construct of musical instruments for professionals players and collectors
- Manage all business operations, marketing strategies and customer sales
Design Assistant
CGL Consulting
2/2009 to 9/2009 Columbia, SC
- Assisted in the development of digital site models for the Las Calinas Detention Facility
- Created needs assessment reports and construction phasing documents
Lead Picture Frame Builder
HoFP Gallery
11/2004 to 11/2007 Columbia, SC
- Lead construction of museum quality art framing and on-site installation
- Negotiated with vendors and accounted for all frame material inventory
Mill Team Assistant Lead
Dusty Strings Harps and Hammered Dulcimers
7/2003 to 8/2004 Seattle, WA
- Independently generated all wooden parts for complete line of company harps
- Worked directly with the sales managers, the CNC operator and the assembly team
Sales Clerk & Picture Framer
Artist and Craftsman Supply
2/2002 to 7/2003 Seattle, WA
- Worked with clients to create custom picture frame designs and lead all construction
- Formulated weekly and monthly sales reports for presentation to company owner
Administrative Assistant
Hood Law Firm
5/1998 to 7/1999 Charleston, SC
- Assisted attorneys and paralegals in compiling case materials for class action lawsuits
- Managed file library organization, performed data entry and prepared documents
PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS
Professional Member
Guild of American Luthiers
1/2009 to present Tacoma, WA
Research Partner
USC Moore School of Business
2/2009 to 6/2009 Columbia, SC
Research Partner
ECI – Find New Markets
2/2008 to 6/2008 Columbia, SC
Education Assistant
Jack Straw Productions
1/2003 to 12/2003 Seattle, WA
HONORS and AWARDS
Honors Graduate Scholarship
Savannah College of Art and Design 2009 - 2011
Artist Interview
WIS-TV 10, Live with Lucas 2008
Featured Artist Review
Undefined Magazine 2008
Blue Ribbon Winner
South Carolina State Fair, Woodworking 2006
Merit Scholarship
School of the Art Institute of Chicago 1999 - 2001
ADDITIONAL SKILLS
Word, Excel, Powerpoint, Acrobat, Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, Fireworks, Dreamweaver, CSS, HTML, JavaScript, Sketchbook Pro, SolidWorks, Alias, Rhino, Sketch-Up, AutoCAD, Revit, and Pro Tools.
Rapid prototyping, product development, directed ideation, model making, human factors testing, laser cutting, vacuum forming, injection molding, spray finishing, CNC routing, audio signal processing, live sound installation, video production, and photography.
Personnel management, operations accounting, inventory analysis, client relations, market research, strategic business development, contract negotiation, and project needs assessments.
REFERENCES
Sheila Edwards, Thesis Advisor
Savannah College of Art and Design
Bill Clarke, Supervisor
CGL Consulting
Danny Stewart, Coworker
HoFP Gallery