Chris Ams

Available to hire

Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Virtual Teaching Artist at New York Public Library
January 1, 2021 - December 31, 2022
Conducted virtual workshops and art classes for community members, promoting creativity and engagement through art.
Studio Assistant at The Starn Brothers
January 1, 2025 - Present
Support large-scale studio production including artwork handling, material movement, and installation preparation. Operate lifts, forklift and construction equipment within an active warehouse-scale studio environment.
Fabrication Technician / Scenic Artist at Dogwood Entertainment
January 1, 2025 - Present
Assisted with scenic builds, painting, and construction support in fast-paced production settings. Supported material handling and shop organization to meet tight production timelines.
Lead Sculptor / Scenic Fabricator & Painter at Imagine Art Studios
January 1, 2024 - January 1, 2025
Lead sculptor on Paradise Unknown immersive environment restaurant base in San Antonio, TX. Responsible for sculpting, surface development, and visual cohesion across major scenic elements. Executed large-scale lifelike environments in collaboration with production teams to meet creative and structural requirements within tight timelines.
Studio Assistant / Painter Assistant at Ron English
January 1, 2022 - January 1, 2023
Primary in-studio painting assistant to internationally renowned artist Ron English, contributing directly to the execution and refinement of large-scale, high-profile artworks through advanced painting and surface preparation. Worked closely with the artist on visual problem-solving and maintaining consistency across major works in active production.
Seasonal Scenic Artist & Fabricator at Headless Horseman Attractions
May 12, 2024 - October 28, 2024
Custom scenic fabrication and sculpting for large-format immersive environments, including hand-built foam and thematic elements for seasonal attractions. Collaborated with production teams to execute visual concepts and integrate fabricated elements with complex scenic designs.

Education

Bachelor of Fine Arts at School of Visual Art
January 1, 2007 - January 1, 2010
Illustration, Storyboarding, and Visual Storytelling Studio Art - Painting, Drawing & Photography at School of Visual Arts
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2020
Illustration, Storyboarding, and Visual Storytelling Studio Art - Painting, Drawing & Photography at Oakland University
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2007

Qualifications

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Industry Experience

Education, Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Manufacturing, Real Estate & Construction
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