Avantika Shaha

Front Desk Receptionist at Cranbury Animal Hospital

Greet clients and animals, answer phones, provide directions and information, assist with scheduling, manage mail/packages, maintain reception area, and assist with cash handling as needed.

Receptionist at People for Animals

Provide superior customer service, greet clients and pets, handle inquiries by phone and email, schedule appointments, process payments, maintain client information securely; manage cash handling and follow-up as needed.

Studio Assistant at Cyndi Shattuck Photography & Archives

Organize, archive, clean and catalog client photography and documents; assist during photo shoots; maintain a clean workspace.

Art Restoration Specialist at Prism Specialties (Art & ERS of the Tri-State)

Inventory, document, and evaluate artwork for recovery; disassemble and transport artwork; clean and restore, frame preparation and replacement items; deliver artwork to insured locations.

Artist / Art Instructor at Painting With a Twist

Create and teach paintings; develop teaching methods; lead and support students; manage class setup and check-ins; foster a creative environment.

Framing Design Expert at Michael's Arts & Crafts

Educate customers on framing options and design workflow; assist with framing projects and customer service.

Creative Studio Intern at The Agency Inside

Creative studio support; project handling; organization; Yardley, PA.

Web Department Intern at Philadelphia Orchestra

Create and edit website images; develop online ads; assist with online marketing content.

Front Desk Receptionist at People for Animals

Provided superior levels of customer service in person, by phone, and by email. Greeted clients and their pets, admitted patients, explained billing and follow-up care, and maintained client communications through discharge. Navigated difficult customer situations professionally, maintained safety policies for clients and animals, and accurately entered client and appointment data into computer systems.

Receptionist at Cranbury Animal Hospital

Greeted clients, managed calls, and supported daily front-desk operations in a veterinary setting. Ensured smooth check-in/out, maintained clean lobby, and assisted with data entry and basic clerical tasks.

Art Restoration Specialist at Prism Specialists (ART & ERS of the Tri-State)

Involved in recovering, protecting, and transporting artwork from insured locations. Disassembled and evaluated pieces for cleaning, arranged framing replacement as needed, and restored artwork to pre-loss condition.

Artist / Art Instructor at Painting With a Twist

Created and developed paintings for classes and promotional materials. Instructed clients in an energetic, clear, and well-paced manner while encouraging creativity and a relaxed environment. Helped clients and staff ensure smooth class flow and promoted painting success through teamwork and positive attitude.

Certified Framing Design Expert at Michaels Arts & Crafts

Educated customers on benefits of custom framing and ready-made frames, oversaw workflow and maintenance per corporate specifications, and ensured quality service to clients.

Creative Studio Intern at Harte Hanks The Agency Inside

Provided creative support in a studio setting, including assisting with photography-related tasks and design projects; contributed to maintaining a tidy and efficient studio environment.

Web Department Intern at Philadelphia Orchestra

Created and edited images for email marketing and website; developed ads for social media and external platforms; responsible for updating information on the website.

Studio Assistant at Cyndi Shattuck Photography & Archives

Provided administrative support for the studio, answered calls, scheduled appointments, greeted studio guests, organized and archived client photographs and documents, maintained a clean workspace, and assisted during photo shoots.

Artist / Art Instructor at Pinot's Palette

Developed promotional items, assets, and content for studio; Led multiple classes, instructing customers on projects, tools, techniques; Collaborated with studio team to ensure a seamless and related customer experience

Studio Assistant at Cyndi Shattuck Photography & Archives

Coordination with studio staff to provide detail-oriented administrative support; Development of client photography catalogs and related documentation; Designed marketing materials for the studio, including social media; Guided photography projects from concept to delivery

ART Restoration Specialist at Prism Specialties (ART & ERS of the Tri-State)

Collaborating with restoration team to ensure timely completion of projects; Coordination with customers and other stakeholders for successful delivery of projects; Execution of top-tier restoration and reframing according to client specifications; Inventory and documentation of artwork, client requests, and other vital documents

Artist / Studio Instructor at Painting with a Twist

Led multiple classes, instructing customers on projects, tools, techniques; Collaborated with studio team to ensure a seamless and related customer experience

Certified Framing Design Expert at Michael's Arts & Crafts

Managed workflow in department, supervising order execution and customer experience; Collaborated with cross-department teams to contribute to successful achievement of store goals

Freelance Illustrator at Vokshee / Freelance Illustrator

Led design briefs with clients as well as edits in marketing teams to define project scope, timing, and budget; Created compelling illustrations and visual assets aligned with client specs; Delivered high-quality content for print and digital media; Ensured project success with timely communication and anticipating stakeholder needs

Web Department Intern at Philadelphia Orchestra

Create d and edited images for email marketing and website; Develop ed ads for social media and for use outside the Kimel Center; Responsible for updating information on the website

Artist / Art Instructor at Painting With a Twist

Led multiple classes and instructed customers on projects, tools, and techniques; collaborated with studio team to ensure a seamless and engaging customer experience.

Certified Framing Design Expert at Michael’s Arts & Crafts

Managed workflow in department, supervised order execution and customer experience; collaborated with cross-department teams to contribute to store goals.