About

I'm Jacob Perry — an artist and creative technologist based in Toronto. Over the past decade I've led bar teams as a general manager, painted scenic finishes for film and television with IATSE 873, and built a technical practice spanning illustration, 3D, and software development. I hold a BFA from NSCAD University and a diploma in Computer Analysis and Programming from George Brown College, and I gravitate toward work that sits at the intersection of craft, systems, and people — building structured process out of ambiguous problems, whether that's a bar's inventory system or a piece of pixel art.

Selected Product Work

Count 'Em! — Bar Inventory App: Designed and built a shared-iPad PWA that turns bar counts into distributor-ready orders.
cash out — shift reconciliation & tip pool app: Designed and built a live closeout workflow for sales reconciliation, variance checks, and tip splitting.

Core Competencies

Experience

General Manager

Bar Mini, Toronto, Ontario — March 2025–Present

Lead and develop a team of staff, building a collaborative, high-performing work environment focused on consistent customer experience.
Design and implement scheduling, financial tracking, point-of-sale, and inventory management systems to improve operational efficiency.
Plan staffing schedules, manage labour costs, and allocate resources to meet business objectives.
Develop social media content and coordinate with the marketing team on promotional campaigns to increase customer engagement.
Build and maintain relationships with suppliers, vendors, and industry partners to support ongoing operations and strategic partnerships.
Plan and execute quarterly themed events and promotions to drive attendance, revenue, and customer retention.
Manage budgeting, cost control, and financial reporting to maintain profitability against operational targets.
Identify and implement process improvements that increase productivity and standardize procedures.

Bartender

The Comrade, Toronto, Ontario — August 2022–March 2025

Managed high-volume service while maintaining accuracy and professionalism under pressure.
Processed cash, debit, and credit transactions, balancing tills and daily sales reports.
Trained and mentored new staff on service standards, product knowledge, and workplace procedures.
Prioritized multiple tasks simultaneously in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.

Scenic Painter

IATSE 873, Toronto, Ontario — July 2019–August 2022

Executed scenic finishes and specialty paint treatments for film and television productions, meeting artistic and production specifications.
Interpreted concept art, design drawings, and creative direction to produce accurate scenic elements within production timelines.
Collaborated with production designers, art directors, construction crews, and set decorators to deliver cohesive visual environments.
Managed multiple projects simultaneously while adapting to evolving production schedules and requirements.
Coordinated across departments to ensure seamless workflow throughout all phases of production.

Technical Skills

Programming: Java, JavaScript, Python, C#, C++, HTML/CSS, SQL
Creative Software: Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, Premiere Pro, photography, video editing
Operations: Budgeting, payroll, scheduling, POS systems, inventory management, vendor management