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Hi, I’m Solika Proctor—a multidisciplinary designer and operations professional. I’ve built a career blending branding, illustration, and hands-on event and program management, delivering visually compelling assets and organized processes across education, entertainment, and community settings.
I thrive in collaborative environments where creativity meets logistics, from revamping camp programs to leading design initiatives for logos, flyers, and educational materials. I enjoy mentoring teams, partnering with local organizations, and creating experiences that welcome and engage communities.
Experience Level
Language
English
Fluent
Chinese
Intermediate
Work Experience
Manager - Costume Archivist at Bellevue Youth Theatre
May 1, 2025 - PresentOrganizing and digitizing a large costume collection with detailed cataloging (size, color, material, era, production use).
Brand Ambassador - PAX West at Lenovo Legion
August 1, 2025 - September 1, 2025Represented Lenovo Legion in a high-visibility scavenger hunt activation at PAX West. Led a team of 7 Brand Ambassadors, managing schedules, coverage and event logistics. Attracted and guided participants, boosting booth traffic and engagement. Adapted quickly to changing event needs, ensuring seamless attendee experiences.
Lessons Lead at Guitar Center
October 1, 2023 - August 1, 2024Hired as a Lesson Associate; promoted to Lesson Lead. Supervised instructor scheduling, ensuring lesson fulfillment accuracy. Created marketing materials and informational flyers to promote instructors. Partnered with Redmond Town Center to secure paid gigs for instructors, boosting lesson enrollments by 30%. Designed and pitched three lesson app prototypes to senior leadership.
Rental & Program Operations Manager at Newport Hills Swim & Tennis Club
April 1, 2017 - March 1, 2023Oversaw multi-department operations including rentals, programs, contractors, and youth camps, while leading initiatives in marketing, design, and staff training. Managed 8 contractors across swim teams, yoga, and private lessons, handling contracts and payments. Implemented membership software that cut non-payment errors by 80% and streamlined lesson sign-ups. Negotiated credit card fee reductions, saving $10,000 annually. Revamped summer camp program, increased revenue from $10,000 to $50,000. Designed 40+ logos and 100+ flyers, boosting retention and visibility. Created and launched the annual Halloween event, growing attendance from 20 to 100+. Recruited neighborhood and high school volunteers, helping students complete service hours while expanding community engagement. Managed social media platforms, main website, Swim Outlet team store, and Play by Point membership system. Created training documents for office staff, hired and managed snack shack employees, and oversaw daily off
Lead Artist at Taklit Production & Publishing
January 1, 2009 - January 1, 2018Revitalized branding materials, including business cards, letterheads, and promotional items. Conducted viral marketing campaigns, leveraging social media to expand artist outreach. Optimized a 13,000-entry marketing database, enhancing campaign efficiency and reducing processing time by 30%. Designed a new logo for Kids’ Factory Music (a subsidiary of Taklit) and produced 150+ original illustrations for ESL teaching materials. Created downloadable coloring pages, 70 flashcards, and numerous flyers, posters and worksheets.
Graphic Designer (Remote) at Yoga with DiLynn
April 1, 2023 - May 1, 2023Designed a custom logo to help launch a new yoga business, now featured on the client’s business cards and promotional materials. Delivered a polished illustrator logo package, optimized for both print and digital use.
File Clerk at Mechatronics
May 1, 2023 - July 1, 2023Collected purchase orders and shipping labels from multiple warehouse departments, sorting and categorizing them according to filing methods across five areas to ensure documents were routed correctly. Delivered and organized papers by date, kept archives up to company standards, and ensured that legacy files remained accessible.
Graphic Designer at Philadelphia Young Pianists Academy (PYPA)
November 1, 2022 - December 1, 2022Created bilingual posters (English and Chinese), flyers, and digital banners to promote academy events. Designed a custom logo that is still used today, reinforcing PYPA’s long-term brand identity. Produced cohesive visual assets for Facebook and email campaigns.
Graphic Designer at Rise Up Remod
August 1, 2022 - December 1, 2022Designed a custom logo selected as the company’s official brand identity, now prominently displayed on their business materials. Provided rapid turn around and multiple design variations to accommodate evolving client requirements.
Panel Room Manager at Emerald City Comic Con (Seasonal)
March 1, 2024 - March 31, 2024Represented Comic Con and Reed Pop across high-traffic VIP and panel spaces. Assisted in the VIP lounge by distributing swag, answering attendee questions, and ensuring a welcoming, organized environment. Provided panel support for the Japanese Consulate, monitoring attendance, managing crowd flow, and informing guests about upcoming events. Counted attendees during different activities to track engagement and provide insights.
Panel Room Manager at Emerald City Comic Con (Seasonal)
March 1, 2025 - March 31, 2025Represented Comic Con and Reed Pop across high-traffic VIP and panel spaces. Assisted in the VIP lounge by distributing swag, answering attendee questions, and ensuring a welcoming, organized environment. Provided panel support for the Japanese Consulate, monitoring attendance, managing crowd flow, and informing guests about upcoming events. Counted attendees during different activities to track engagement and provide event insights.
Costume Assistant at The Scarlet Curtain
January 1, 2015 - January 1, 2018Helped prepare the store for busy Halloween season by cleaning, stocking merchandise, tagging inventory, and repairing costumes to keep them presentable. Maintained a clean and organized environment in a high-traffic costume shop, ensuring customers had a positive shopping experience.
Work Study Tutor at The Art Institute of Seattle
January 1, 2012 - January 1, 2012Assisted peers with understanding assignments, providing project critiques, and helping them develop stronger design and animation skills. Supported students with software training and troubleshooting in Adobe Suite, 3D modeling, and animation tools.
Sales Floor Clerk (Seasonal) at Fireworks
November 1, 2012 - December 20, 2012Operated the POS system, assisted with gift-wrapping requests, and supported customers during the holiday rush. Helped maintain store organization and product displays to maximize accessibility and enhance the shopping experience.
Senior Girls’ Camp Counselor at Camp Solomon Schechter
June 1, 2012 - July 1, 2012Led team-building activities and created a safe, welcoming camp environment, resolving conflicts and mentoring campers. Helped a first-time camper overcome fear and homesickness by connecting camp activities to her favorite book series for trust and inclusion.
Cartoon Instructor at Open Arts Studio
January 1, 2011 - January 1, 2011Developed and delivered a week-long Anime drawing course for students ages 9-15, balancing instruction with hands-on projects. Provided individual support and showcased artwork at the end of the camp.
Designer & Illustrator at Kids Factory Music (via Taklit)
January 1, 2009 - December 31, 2009Artwork commissioned for an ESL teaching program; produced 150 original illustrations, a new label logo, and supporting materials including coloring pages, flashcards, and worksheets. Contributed across a 9-hour time difference and helped increase sales of 3 albums.
Embroiderer/Cashier at HomeTown Threads
January 1, 2008 - January 1, 2009Customized apparel designs for clients and managed orders.
Cook / Cashier at Auntie Anne’s Pretzels
January 1, 2007 - January 1, 2008Operated register, prepared food, and managed stock.
Education
Bachelor of Fine Arts | Media Arts & Animation at The Art Institute of Seattle
January 1, 2012 - January 1, 2017Associate of Arts at Bellevue College
January 1, 2010 - January 1, 2012Qualifications
Industry Experience
Media & Entertainment, Education, Retail, Software & Internet, Gaming, Professional Services
Experience Level
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