Michael King is an American born artist currently based in Berkeley, California. Using pages from old publications, photographs, oil paint, dirt, Etc. Michael shines a light on the intricacies of life that all too often go unnoticed. Everyday stories are told, retold, and forgotten. This happens to everyone in their own ecosphere of time and space without any say of theirs. Michael’s work explores these stories and the elements they are composed of. 

Michael King

Michael King is an American born artist currently based in Berkeley, California. Using pages from old publications, photographs, oil paint, dirt, Etc. Michael shines a light on the intricacies of life that all too often go unnoticed. Everyday stories are told, retold, and forgotten. This happens to everyone in their own ecosphere of time and space without any say of theirs. Michael’s work explores these stories and the elements they are composed of. 

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Michael King is an American born artist currently based in Berkeley, California. Using pages from old publications, photographs, oil paint, dirt, Etc. Michael shines a light on the intricacies of life that all too often go unnoticed. Everyday stories are told, retold, and forgotten. This happens to everyone in their own ecosphere of time and space without any say of theirs. Michael’s work explores these stories and the elements they are composed of.

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Language

English
Fluent
Spanish; Castilian
Intermediate

Work Experience

Art Department Head, Art & Music Teacher at Leo High School
January 1, 2024 - January 1, 2026
Created, organized, and carried out in-depth curriculum paths for both Art and Music. Honed conflict resolution and communication skills. Exercised problem solving capabilities and tactics.
Creative Director at Please Her
January 1, 2021 - January 1, 2025
Manage, create and provide direction in implementation of art for the band. Develop and manage engaging content for Instagram, YouTube, TikTok and Spotify. Coordinate and create strategic marketing for tours, shows and events.
Design Intern at Plant Puff Co
May 1, 2022 - September 1, 2022
Collaborated with the Plant Puff Co. team to create enticing and polished product packaging. Built upon design skills in Adobe Creative Cloud. Strengthened skills necessary to work remotely.

Education

at Purdue University, West Lafayette, Indiana
January 11, 2030 - June 17, 2026

Qualifications

Gold Carpet Gala – Best PR Campaign for Please Her Creative Team
January 1, 2024 - December 31, 2023
Gold Carpet Gala – Best Print Materials for Please Her Creative Team
April 1, 2024 - June 17, 2026
First Place in Electronic and Time Based Art, Spring Show
April 1, 2024 - December 31, 2023

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Education, Professional Services, Other