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Hans Miles
555 N. 41st Dr. Phoenix, AZ 85009
Phone: (928) 555-5555  E-Mail: htmiles@asu.edu

Career Summary

Eight years of continually increasing responsibilities and knowledge in the ceramic field as an artist, industry
manager, department manager and studio technician. Working in large industrial organizations, universities,
small business and self-employment. Solving problems as diverse as continental art shipment, studio budgeting,
website building, chemical and material tests, corporate communications, art sales and artist liaison.

Experience

Mission Clay Art and Industry-General Manager + Material testing June 2017-Present
Coordinated dozens of artist residencies - Duties include transportation, lodging, photography, multi-party
communications, materials, event organization, collector tours and project budget. Main artist assistant – Duties
include one-on-one physical work with artist to help bring their project to life, problem solving, kiln and material
scheduling, art shipment as well as studio maintenance. Material Testing- Responsible for in-depth, mulit-leveled
testing of all new clay batches as well as formulation and testing of new clay bodies. Tests include MOR,
permeability, absorption, shrink, pug extrusion, ball milling and chemical analysis.

Cosanti-General Manager of Ceramics June 2017-Present

Responsible for quality, clay formula, firing, manufacturing and testing of all ceramic related products.
Developed a line of Paolo Soleri inspired sculptures, vases, utilitarian wares and platters. Completely
reassembled ceramic department and ceramic production areas with eight employees. Also responsible for
presenting plans to board members, hosting public events and presenting guided tours of facility to public.

Head Studio Technician for ASU ceramic department Sep 2014-May 2018
In charge of all non-class activates, including all kiln loading, firing and unloading (electric, gas and salt/soda),
formulation and production of all studio glazes, ordering and maintaining all studio materials and ensuring a
clean, safe and welcoming environment. I worked closely with professors and administration to meet any and
all needs of the classes, department and university. Acted as studio monitor for all open studio hours, assisting
students with projects, glazing, throwing, hand building, kiln firing and fixing all studio equipment. Assisted in
many cross discipline exercises within undergraduate and graduate program.

Education

BFA in Ceramics from Arizona State University Sep 2014-May 2018

Earned BFA in ceramics. Completed courses in glaze chemistry, clay body chemistry, multiple design classes,
painting and drawing, Clay Club President 2015-2016, Vice President and Secretary 2016-2017. Deans list 2016-
2018. Additional emphasis on Art History, Physical chemistry and Technology

Northpoint Expeditionary High School, Prescott, Arizona 2006-2010

Member of the first graduation class at this National Outdoor Leadership School graduated with 4.0 GPA and
two honors in Music and Humanities. Involved in Indoor Soccer Club, Spanish Club, Art Club and foreign
exchange program. PUSD student of the Month 2009. Northpoint has a strong emphasis on Technology, issuing
every student a MacBook Pro and requiring almost all assignments to be completed and submitted in a digital
format. I won the AZ state science fair in 2006 (U16 division) and was the captain on the NELA Science team
that won 1st place in the Northern Arizona High School Science Consortium.
Skills

I have many skills useful in todays digital world, I’ve also completed ASU’s Computer Literacy and Mobil Tech
class in which I was able to hone my technology skills in a number of different forms including: Webpage
design, photo and video editing, graphic design, social media, Google Drive programs, infographic
production, screencasting, blogging, PowerPoint presentations and digital story telling.

After High School I spent 4 years working as a professional musician, working with many different and diverse
groups of creators, promoters and event organizers. I play a number of instruments and have self recorded two
full-length albums.

During Middle School and High School I was a national level fencer. Honing my skills of self-motivation and
perseverance and earning a spot in the top 8 of the USFA Junior Epee standings as well as winning the Arizona
Open Epee Championship in 2006, earning my A rating.

I have had some success in my art career; I am currently represented by Zen Mountain Gallery in Jerome,
Arizona and also show in various galleries around the southwest.