John Bedortha
EXPERIENCE
Professional and Experiential History
October 2019 - Present
RESIDENT ARTIST - REDFISHBOWL STUDIOS
Joined the Redfishbowl art collective in October 2019 after they had opened their first dedicated studio in Lawrenceville. Worked with a number of creatives and artists in a collaborative setting to produce art and ideas in a collective studio setting. Hosted the studio's weekly "Drink and Draw" event on multiple occasions.
May 2019 - Present
FLORAL EVENT DESIGNER - GREENSINNER
Designed floral arrangements such as centerpieces and focal points for weddings and other large events. Worked both autonomously and with a team to interpret and execute creative visions. Constructed sets and created atmospheres in mid-size venues across the city of Pittsburgh. Was tasked with crafting themed demo displays for a large corporate event.
Summer 2019
COORDINATOR AND DESIGNER - FASHION OF FLESH
Designed the Fashion of Flesh logo used across material distributed by the show and endorser Pittsburgh Fashion Week. Conceptualized and provided all promotional and informational pamphlets with emphasis on the show's themes of tattoo and counterculture. Performed in critical creative and informative roles for both the founder and Pittsburgh Fashion Week's coordinating body, the Pittsburgh Downtown Community Development Corporation (Pittsburgh Downtown CDC).
Summer 2019
TOUR DJ ASSISTANT - TJ HARRIS
Accompanied TJ Harris on multiple occasions across the Midwest as he DJed the VIP section of the Florida Georgia Line (FGL) tour. Worked as photographer, runner, and stagehand for Harris while working with and around members of the FGL crew.
Spring/Summer 2019
EVENT DJ ASSISTANT - TJ HARRIS
Aided in the unloading, set up, break down, and load out of light and sound equipment in a timely and discreet manner. Kept detailed notes of the timelines, setlists, and vendors at each event.
January 2019 - Present
WPPJ RADIO HOST - POINT PARK UNIVERSITY
Curated and broadcast a two hour radio show every week, maintaining levels of professionalism and timeliness while adhering to FCC regulations. Designed and distributed promotional materials.
January 2018 - April 2018
APPAREL COMMITTEE HEAD - PITT FASHION BUSINESS ASSOCIATION
Voted into control of the clothing featured in the club's annual charity fashion show. Oversaw a committee of eight people in order to coordinate four separate fashion lines under one central theme. Personally met with owners or managers of at least fifteen boutiques and secondhand stores across Pittsburgh to procure sponsorships.
August 2017 - December 2017
DIRECTOR OF EVENTS - PITT FASHION BUSINESS ASSOCIATION
Served on the club's executive board to organize events outside of regular body meetings for members to attend. Provided multiple guest speakers to appear during the club's annual fashion week.