TONYA TAYLOR
1016 Nutwood Street
Bowling Green, KY 42101
859-797-4666
[email protected]
www.tonyataylor.weebly.com
EDUCATION
M.A. Folk Studies, Western Kentucky University
B.S. Recreation/Park Administration, Eastern Kentucky University
Kentucky School of Craft
EMPLOYMENT
Fruit of the Loom, 2011-Current
Technical Services Analyst, 2015-Current
Analyzed, documented, and maintained record of physical properties for all materials used in all women’s intimate styles for both Vanity Fair Brands and Fruit of the Loom.
Creative Development, 2013-2015
In a fast-paced team environment, managed sample production for digital printing-based products; maintained and serviced multiple digital printers while controlling costs and inventory for all supplies and materials; utilized Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop to prepare art for various print environments.
Vendor Compliance/Data Synchronization, 2011-2013
Monitored high-level customer guidelines to ensure compliance and reduce costs; utilized electronic data pools to provide major customers all product information for all brands. Created and maintained accession tool to track progress of all vendor compliance tasks and issues.
Restoration Contractor, 2003-2011
Utilize modern and historic techniques to repair and restore structures and monuments.
Automobile Sales 1996-2002
Developed a loyal customer base without compromising integrity.
Therapeutic Recreation Department Manager/Volunteer Coordinator
Mediplex Rehabilitation Hospital, 1992-1996
Evaluated clients and implemented individualized and group recreation programs that encompassed goals and objectives determined by the client and therapy team. Scheduled regular community outings to encourage social interaction and adaptation of recreation lifestyle to further client progress. Completed all documentation as required by governing bodies. Managed all volunteers for facilities, ensuring that the opportunities were interesting and rewarding to volunteers, and beneficial to clients and staff.
Internship with the Kentucky Museum, January 2009
Collections Management and Care.
Utah Department of Community and Culture, Summer 2008
Archival Technician, Digitized records of grants awarded from 1971-2008.
Kentucky School of Craft – NorthStar Program
Teaching Assistant, Metals program, Summer 2005
Internship with Dr. Tom Carter of the University of Utah, Summer 2008
Researched Scandinavian Material Culture in Early Utah.
English Tutor 2003
Berlin, Germany, Self-employed
PROFESSIONAL PRESENTATIONS/TEACHING EXPERIENCE
Graduate Assistantship, Western Kentucky University, 2008-2009
Researched, organized and wrote restoration plan and Historic Structures Report; led hands-on restoration technique workshops, Gardner House, Hart County Kentucky
Cemetery Preservation Presentation and Hands-on Workshops
Harrodsburg Historical Society
Preservation Technology Presentations
Western Kentucky University, Department of Geography and Geology, Historic Preservation Planning courses
Cemetery Preservation Presentation
Kentucky State-wide Preservation Conference
Cemetery Preservation Workshop
National Trust’s Rural Heritage Development Initiative
Masonry Repointing Workshop Series
Independent Contractor to Western Kentucky University, Folk Studies Department
Mothballing of Historic Structures Workshop Series
Organized and led hands-on workshops as an independent contractor to Western Kentucky University, Folk Studies Department
AWARDS & SPECIAL RECOGNITIONS
Bowling Green-Warren County Historic Preservation Board
Excellence in Historic Preservation
Pride Award, Operation Pride, Bowling Green, KY
Rehabilitation of 1216 Park Street
Landmark Awards, Landmark Association, Bowling Green, KY
Rehabilitation of 774 Plum Springs Road
Rehabilitation of 1253 Park Street
Full scholarship to attend two workshops at the Pine Mountain School for Practical Preservation
Full scholarship to attend the Kentucky School of Craft
Full scholarship to attend Western Kentucky University’s Graduate College
VOLUNTEER EXPERIENCE
Fruit of the Loom
Safety Team Member, Company Mascot
Kentucky Museum
Assisted with damage assessment and relocation of stored collections
Big Brothers Big Sisters
Assisted with set up and execution of large-scale fundraising events
Bowling Green-Warren County Historic Preservation Board
Certified documenter with the Warren County Cemetery Documentation Project
Assisted with multiple survey and designation projects
Warren County Cemetery Board
Provided pro bono Cemetery Repairs