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0-5 years of experience
- Effectively managed all collections and exhibits for a large museum complex. (over 225,000 sq ft. housing the National Military History Center, Kruse Automotive and Carriage Museum and Andy Granatelli Hall of Fame)
- Successfully implemented a collections management policy, emergency plan and cataloged over 156,000 artifacts while securing and organizing over 3,000 sq. ft. of artifact storage.
- Transformed military museum by designing and building 9 major exhibits and adding over 200 accurately equipped and fully dressed mannequins.
- Obtained and displayed over 1,200 artifacts on loan and accepted thousands of donations that met our scope of collections.
- Assisted in securing and managing federal and private grants totaling over $1 million for exhibits and educational programs.
- Developed and updated oral history program with over 400 in-depth veteran interviews that are also shared with the Library of Congress.
- Obtained certifications with the United States Air Force and the Army’s TACOM lifecycle program. Enabling the museum to take on loans from both organizations.
0-5 years of experience
Researched potential partner design and decoration wholesale companies for the B2C flash sales websites
- Independently negotiated distribution contracts exceeding $2.3 million with approximately forty design and decoration companies in the United States and Europe
- Selected suitable products, including furniture, artwork, and kitchenware from contracted companies for B2B
- Participated in various entrepreneurial workshops organized by NXTP Labs, the leading Latin American seed
- Attended Red Innova, an international investment conference held in Buenos Aires where founders of the most
- Networked with Latin American business leaders during conferences and workshops
0-5 years of experience
Generated creative and unconventional revenue producing concepts for (10) AAA Four Diamond luxury boutique hotels
- Consulted for the corporate executive team, hotel general managers, and sales force in guest program development and event execution
- Served as a brand ambassador and spokesperson in potential new development markets, handling all VIP guests
- Oversaw marketing and promotional concepts for companywide campaigns via social media, local and national print media and seasonal events
- Created custom, brand exclusive initiatives to enhance guest experience in hopes of solidifying guest loyalty
0-5 years of experience
Wrote biographies and edited content for an illustrated, trade market catalogue of original children’s book art and other publications
- Led school groups on exhibition tours
- Prepared and installed exhibitions in collaboration with curatorial staff, including my own exhibition, “Visions of Pirates Since 1650”
- Researched and fact-checked material for reference inquiries and library publications
- Organized and pre-catalogued archival collections and kept records of new acquisitions
0-5 years of experience
Prepared collections in accordance with state and federal laws and TAS cultural resource management standards
- Utilized PastPerfect Museum Software to accession, organize, and manage collections
- Created and updated databases in Microsoft Excel and imported data into PastPerfect
- Scanned and edited artifacts for report production using Adobe Photoshop
- Copy-edited, researched, and contributed chapters for archaeological field report production.
- Conducted shovel test, unit, and back hoe trench excavations as part of archaeological field crew
0-5 years of experience
Coordinated all aspects of educational programming to include field trips, outreaches, and special events
- Identified and wrote proposals for potential grants for education department
- Recruited, coordinated, and trained volunteers
- Wrote publicity for education events through newspaper articles, social media posts, and website
- Oversaw permanent collection
- Served as museum registrar
- Developed exhibit concepts, context and design as necessary
0-5 years of experience
Responsible for the artifacts and exhibits at the museum’s three locations. This included coordinating the movements of artifacts to and from the main museum for various exhibits, as well as loans to and from other institutions.
- Collaborated with coworkers to research and design new exhibits, as well as to update older exhibits.
- Made recommendations to the Board of Directors for revisions to the Collection Management Policy.
- Supervised the visits of researchers to the collection room, and fielded all phone & email inquiries regarding the artifacts in the collection.
- Gave lectures and presentations at the museum on artifacts and artifact care.
- Published a weekly blog post about my work which is still linked to the museum’s website and was also published in the “Frederick News Post.”
- Facilitated the addition of Past Perfect Online to the museum’s web page.
- Trained and supervised interns and volunteers who assisted me with the artifacts and exhibits.
0-5 years of experience
Pioneered a reading program for children in a stimulating and creative environment
- Monitored priceless artifacts when inventorying the Braunstein Collection
- Oversaw all deaccessions of the collection
- Coordinated volunteer staff of 18
- Assisted in all installations of rotating exhibits
6-10 years of experience
In charge of all exhibition research, development, and installation. Overseeing collections move, re-housing, conversion to new database system.
- Involved in the process of moving over half of collection, 5,000 objects to new storage location.
- Cataloged new acquisition backlog of over 200 artifacts collected since 2006.
- Transferred project of converting old computer collections database to PastPerfect museum software.
0-5 years of experience
Leading the creation of product strategy and all consumer communication for a start-up in the wedding industry. Working closely with the CEO to test multiple strategies and tactics to capture the value of leads to wedding vendors – not an advertising-based model, but a revenue share model (never been done).
- Developed multiple lead gen sources (landing pages/brands/URLs for SEO and SEM, event marketing, social and PR strategies) – measuring effectiveness of each source.
- Developed product strategy and content: marketing the wedding vendors and driving qualified leads to them.
- Created new brand ([company name]), including brand strategy, brand identity (including logo and style guide), website, and key marketing messages.
- On the side: wrote and created wedding reality show concept with a high end British wedding planner – picked up by an agent and production company for pitching in January to networks.
0-5 years of experience
- Garnered full houses and four and five star reviews with Capital Fringe productions of the original plays “Incurable” and “Me and the Devil Blues”
- Coordinated company member articles and conducted interviews for Tumblr
- Maintained Flying V’s online presence by managing the company Twitter and Facebook
0-5 years of experience
Managed 4 full time employees – including SCUBA divers and Biologists/ Aquarists. Also, managed volunteer and internship programs.
- Implemented Policies and Procedures for Biology Department – including laboratory protocols, nutrition, SCUBA procedures, and life support operations.
- Assisted in the start up of the Aquarium – including balancing two large systems (50,000 + gallons) and several smaller systems.
- Personally maintained a 500 gallon Caribbean coral exhibit.
- Assisted in the design, development and construction of 6 new exhibits – including freshwater, saltwater, brackish, and herpetological biotopes.
0-5 years of experience
- Developed and applied specialist knowledge of contemporary North American ceramic art and artists.
- Project Manager and Curator of sculpture and jewelry special exhibition, ‘Skin Deep: Dualism of Wearable Art’. Managed artists, contracts, budgets, marketing, exhibition design, installation, sales. Gallery recorded most successful exhibition sales in 2 years.
- Member of B.C. Potters Guild selection committee for new artist & exhibition applications.
- Supervised daily administration and running of gallery & B.C. Potters Guild: monthly exhibitions, sales, inventories, loans, memberships, shipping, suppliers, invoices, storage.
- Accountancy: project budgeting, money handling, managed sales spreadsheets, database.
- Management of general exhibition space, provided information service of ceramic art to the public, surpassed monthly sales figure targets.
- Supervised staff and volunteers, opening/closing and security of gallery.
6-10 years of experience
Initially hired as Curator and then recruited back in 2004 as Gallery Manager. Charged with turning around two galleries experiencing slumping sales and organizational issues. Led team of 4 employees and up to 6 volunteers/interns reporting directly to the gallery owner. Managed day-to-day operations and finance, led marketing and promotions, and curated exhibitions and art shows/fairs. Controlled budgets and sales targets and developed/executed business growth plans.
- Boosted productivity and customer satisfaction.
- Digitized and automated many manual accounting processes.
- Led design and development of gallery’s first database, dramatically improving efficiency, market analysis.
- Curated multiple successful exhibitions and art shows including record-breaking exhibition (attracting over 1,000 visitors).
- Reduced gallery expenses 40% while increasing sales 20% by overhauling gallery management.
- Revitalized exhibitions and art fairs by targeting a new young audience of art buyers.
0-5 years of experience
Responsible for all artifact identification, restoration, preservation and organization efforts
- Performed intense provenance research on geological artifacts within the collection
- Created a detailed specimen labeling procedure and inventory database using Excel
- Designed and organized mineral storage facility conducive with teaching college-level courses
0-5 years of experience
Managed the animal collection and full-time staff of four at the [company name].
- Responsible for the purchase and disposition of animals and monitoring daily care and feeding routines.
- Interviewed, hired and trained staff and volunteers.
- Worked with the education department to acquire and train animals for their use in programming.
- Served as one of five members of the zoo’s animal management team.
- Served as weekend manager on a rotating basis.
0-5 years of experience
Planned, researched, wrote, designed and fabricated museum exhibitions and campus signage.
- Oversaw the library and archives, including managing staff and volunteers; answered research requests.
- Planned and managed budget and purchasing and/or billing for exhibitions, library and archival material.
- Record keeping, systems and controls, policies and procedures, and care of the collection of artifacts,
0-5 years of experience
- Promoted to Content Curator of Popcornflix.com/PopcornflixComedy.com with worldwide channels on the web, Roku, X-Box, iOS, Android and smart TVs.
- Created weekly programming schedules across all platforms/devices.
- Liaised with Social Media Department to in order to create relevant feeds and promote newer content.
- Prepared detailed reports analyzing viewership in order develop an understanding of audience and program platforms accordingly.
- Screened and reviewed new content for proper placement in genres, feeds and for marketing.
0-5 years of experience
- Recruited vendors for a “New Artists†section of the festival and served as communication liaison to Executive Director
- Formulated spreadsheets detailing contacts, musical performers, artists, expenses, donations, press, and guest list
- Assembled promotional cd mailers and distributed limited edition viynl records to select venues
- Developed a database of U.S. clients
- Designed and delivered customized outreach gift packages to potential media sponsors
0-5 years of experience
Served as Operation Sergeant for a Forward deployed Infantry Brigade. In charge of organizing, tasking, and coordinating support missions within the Brigade. Managed the Brigade and Battalion Operation Centers.
- Advised Brigade and Battalion Operation Officers on current and future employment of support assets; maintained the current status of support units.
- Organized and supervised the daily operations of the Tactical Operations Center (TOC).
- Planned, organized and executed the Reverse Soldier Readiness Processing (SRP) for 2,500 Soldiers returning from combat in Operation Enduring Freedom. Ensured Soldiers and their families were reintegrated back together into Garrison life
- Served as First Sergeant for the Brigade Support Battalion (BSB). Empowered for the Health and Welfare of 300 Soldiers. Provided the necessary training and guidance for Soldiers to survive in combat
- Certified all Soldiers were qualified on their assigned weapons, and assured all Soldiers were physically fit to pass the Army Physical Fitness Test (AFPT).
- Acted as Assistant Curator for the General George S. Patton Museum. Ascertained all details and necessary personnel were coordinated in timely manner for grand Re-Opening of the Museum.
- Quality Assurance and Quality Control Operation Sergeant for the One Stop In and Out Processing Center for the United States Army Garrison, Ft. Knox, KY. In trusted with the responsibility of verifying and ensuring at least 1500 Soldiers are efficiently inprocessed and outprocessed on a daily basis.
0-5 years of experience
Manage and coordinate 20 volunteers
- Wrote grants and annual appeal letters
- Plan and execute exhibitions in the hospital and around the community
- Begin a complete inventory of the collection, assign accession numbers to objects, and enter each object into PastPerfect
- Developed the first development plan for the organization
- Assisted in creating collections documents like a Collection Management Policy, Research Fees, and Loan Agreement
0-5 years of experience
Researched, located, and captured existing online content to be used for the company’s future programming needs.
- Identified vertical markets for future internet TV channel programming content.
- Utilized online video sharing sites, search engines, and print media to locate available content.
- Documented online content into spreadsheet for review.
0-5 years of experience
Led and managed the receiving team responsible for all incoming products.
- Hired and trained new employees.
- Managed all on and off-site inventory.
- Maintained the daily accounts receivables and payables.
- Made purchases and maintained relations with our overseas vendors.
0-5 years of experience
Researching, collecting, and installing artwork for 15+ exhibitions per year in 2 separate locations.
- Maintaining overall gallery appearance of over 1,000 square feet.
- Planned 8 to 10 events per year
- Graphic design for promotional materials.
- Writing press releases and responding to press requests, interviews for television and press.
- Selecting represented artists and maintaining an inventory of fine art.
- Development of gallery branding focused on unique and local contemporary art.
0-5 years of experience
Vetted companies and individuals as part of the invitation process for our invite-only retreat
- Corrdinated phone calls and meetings with top CEO’s to discuss event
- Managed variety of event operations including all activities, transportation and registration
- Worked closely with Operations Manager to organize any and all final event logistics
0-5 years of experience
Initiated university-wide call for artists and interviewed applicants
- Coordinated installation and de-installation of all shows
- Collaborated with funders and Board of Directors
- Conducted PR & marketing including press releases
- Elicited donations of entertainment and refreshments for openings
0-5 years of experience
Reviewed zoning regulation documents for cities with up to 800,000 people
- Communicated with city entities regarding planning and development
- Gathered and processed relevant information to synthesize into web page, including spatial data
- Handled customer service questions and case studies on properties
0-5 years of experience
Curated speakers from all different backgrounds throughout the state including outstanding students, faculty, famous musicians and international philanthropists
- Initiated license with TED to be the primary organizer of the event
- Organized the venue, production and budget for the event
- Hand picked a team of professional students to manage marketing, finance and production of the event
- Negotiation with highest echelon of administration at the school including the chancellor and vice chancellors to receive permission to host the event
0-5 years of experience
Increased sales volume by dramatically improving the quality appearance of the gallery.
- Detail oriented focus on maintaining gallery standards.
- Executing visual updates and creating new impactful statements.
- Developing team member in gallery expectations.
- Created training manual for visual standards.
- Maintain and develop new client relationships and producing sales.
0-5 years of experience
- Assisted on art Installation at The Contemporary Austin and The Blanton Museum of Art.
- Designed online portfolios for contemporary artists and online presence.
- Designed and animated web banners for online campaigns.
- Curated show “Everyone is a Potential Provocateur” by Jesica Lopez at Polyglot Gallery, Austin, TX.
- Coordinated, designed and installed the Reseña de la Plastica Nuevo Leon 2010.
- Designed and installed the exhibitions for the Bicentennial and Centennial Celebrations of the Independence and Mexican Revolution for the Congress of Nuevo Leon, Mexico.
6-10 years of experience
Responsible for producing natural remedies that treat eczema, dermatitis, celiac disease, and cancer lesions, and burns.
- Successful in presenting product direct to consumer/retail via health expos and inside/outside sales.
- Avid in educating retailers and consumers on proper usage of Barbeaux’s product line to treat skin conditions safely.
- Maintained great customer service and follow through with clients.
0-5 years of experience
- Promoted the advancement and interpretation of library and archive collections through exhibitions and presentations on such topics as the Charles F. Lummis Hispanic folksong collections.
- Conceptualized and developed dynamic exhibitions from photo and manuscript archives, and researching, selecting object, writing and editing text in consultation with scholars and cultural advisors.
- Advised researchers on use of the manuscript and photographic archives, resulting in broader use of the collections.
- Developed working relationships with multi-cultural communities, to determine who could access for culturally sensitive materials, and digitization priorities of library collections.
- Assisted museum staff, docents, patrons and publishers with research in the manuscript and photo archives which lead to a greater use of library and museum collections through publications, marketing and social media.
- Worked in a team environment with the Electronic Cataloging staff to identify digitization priorities that coincided with preservation and access on our Collections Online database webpage.
0-5 years of experience
- Encourage community art participation
- Completed design of promotional materials
- Administration of all aspects of The Underground Art Market winter & summer 2010
- Created application process, promoted event to artists/ general public, organized / accommodated
6-10 years of experience
Responsible for all technological aspects including photo scanning, downloading and email.
- Acted as assistant curator for four exhibitions at Gallery Onetwentyeight.
- Responsible for the design and maintainence of the artist’s website.
- Responsible for the design of postcards, business cards and other promotional materials.
0-5 years of experience
- Assisted fellow co-volunteers in curating and selling art created by the member artists.
- Set up a new artist show on a quarterly basis.
- Tasks included hanging and displaying art pieces, adjusting proper lighting, maintaining an accurate artist inventory during intake, storage, and pickup.
- Coordinated with local businesses on a community based art event every 1st Friday.
- Sold and processed sale transactions with currency, and credit cards.
- Participated in member meetings.
- Attained a larger network of artist friends and acquaintances.
0-5 years of experience
Obtain and organize scientific specimens for the Vertebrate Paleontology Collection
- Oversee Processing of rock and geochemical samples in Lab
- Work with a variety of chemicals, including concentrated acetic acid, cyanoacrylate “super glues”, and polyvinyl butyral
- Train and supervise additional lab assistants
- Enter scientific data into computer databases using various software including Microsoft Word, Excel, Powerpoint, OneNote, MacClade, as well as utilizing printers, copiers, and fax machines.
0-5 years of experience
Responsible for keeping and maintaining records on items within the museum’s collection
- Develop exhibits and arrange conservation/restoration work
- Organize and arrange loan exhibitions and in-house temporary exhibition displays
- Assist the Director in acquiring new pieces for the collection
- Manage and maintain the museum’s website, assist in development work for the museum
- Manage the database for the museum
- Conduct research on World War II
- Supervise support staff and provide tours when necessary
0-5 years of experience
- Managed daily operations at both the Museum and satellite Historic Mine Site; responsibilities included hiring, training, scheduling, and supervising summer staff of 15.
- Coordinated and over-saw all events held in the Museum’s convention center and meeting room spaces.
- Accessioned and cataloged the Museum’s existing and incoming collections using PastPerfect software.
0-5 years of experience
Developed and maintained positive relationships with clients
- Served as liaison between parties to coordinate payments, and shipments
- Boosted sales with new marketing strategies
- Evaluated sales leads and closed prospective new customers
0-5 years of experience
Developed fun and educational activities for children.
- Implemented outreach programs for schools to participate in the Museum.
- Worked with High School and Middle School teachers to ensue high levels of attendance.
- Assisted with recruiting and training process of volunteers and new employees.
0-5 years of experience
Assist in the development of woody plant collections, particularly species Quercus, used for display, education, conservation, and research
- Assist with the collection’s curation by proper identification, acquisition, inventory, and labeling
- Maintains collections data in BG Base and GIS programs
- Study the biogeography, distribution and characteristics of Quercus genus
- Maintain Herbarium specimens and participate in planning to expand collections.
- Manages annual budgets, purchasing, participate in budget planning and grants
0-5 years of experience
- Donor cultivation efforts resulted in $3 million capital campaign contribution; $400,000 contemporary glass gallery funding.
- Led curatorial, education, library, security and facilities staff with a budget of over $4.0 million.
- Acted as an advisor to collectors; worked with the Director to recommend additions to the collection.
- Project manager for $16.7 million renovation and new construction project.
- Curated Theme and Improvisation: Kandinsky and the American Avant-Garde, 1912-1950 exhibition. Venues: Phillips Collections, Washington D.C., Terra Museum of American Art, Chicago, Amon Carter Museum, Fort Worth. Catalogue published by Bulfinch Press.
- Responsible for all interpretive programs and special events for encyclopedic art museum and Center for Western Studies.
- Supervised 3 full-time staff, responsible for school programs and docents, music and performing arts, adult programming.
- Developed and coordinated the museum’s annual film series, outdoor jazz performances and monthly special events aimed at introducing new audiences to the museum.
- AAM – Member American Association of Museums
- CAA – Member College Art Association
0-5 years of experience
- Managed gallery schedule and shows of rotating artists.
- Promote monthly exhibits, artists and other library related events.
- Coordinate corresponding activities and events for library and gallery exhibits such as receptions, panel discussions and workshops.
- Maintain e-mail correspondence and social media communication.
- Published ‘LIVE! On The Canvas’ Mini Magazine to accompany monthly gallery event, ‘LIVE! On The Canvas’.
- Create necessary marketing materials for all gallery events such as fliers, press releases, forms, programs and booklets.
0-5 years of experience
Reviewed data and specimen storage for compliance with museum protocols.
- Organized specimens in taxonomic order.
- Checked containers to ensure proper labels, seals, and fluid levels.
- Revised or entered data in Access database.
- Re-housed specimens to compress storage space required.
6-10 years of experience
Grant writing ($44,500 awarded in 2010-11)
- Operational budget proposals and management, reporting
- Natural History Exhibit design and implementation
- Internship program development and management- AmeriCorps
- Employee hiring and management: 15 staff consisting of volunteers and work study students
- Program design and implementation: Programs given to over 5000 visitors annually
- Website design using templates, social media incorporation
- Museum Advertizement- Brochures, flyers, posters, TV, Radio and internet ads to draw in more visitors
- Fundraising: Acquired over $30,000 in donations and estate gifts
- Participated a 2 week intensive grant writing seminar from the “Grant Training Center” Arlington, VA
10+ years of experience
Management of the education department fulltime and seasonal staff.
- Development, implementation, alignment to state standards, materials creation and evaluation of educational programs for ages 6 months through graduate level.
- Structure, implement and evaluate teacher trainings and volunteer training for teens through adults.
- Creation of the Zoo’s first art programs for children, teens and adults as well as the Animal Art Show and Sale.
- Envisioned and developed the first programs for infants and toddlers.
- Developed unit boxes for loan to educators.
- Acquisition of supplies and materials for programming.
- Educational liaison to school districts, scouting programs, youth
0-5 years of experience
- Curator of Jazz Collection consisting of approx 20, 000 items including vinyl, CD’s, DVD’s, Radio Archives, Books, Posters and Periodicals
- Oversee the archival and digitizing process
- Proper storage and preservation
- Responsible for making sure articles will be available for listening and research
- Instrumental in creating public exhibit and marketing for the Collection
0-5 years of experience
Creating concept for a quarterly publication about wildlife conservation using visual storytelling and a social media content model. The first issue will be published March 2015.
- Enlisting writers, photographers, and illustrators and curating content
- Developing business plan and fundraising
- Negotiating print contract
- Recruiting advertisers and distributors
0-5 years of experience
- Analyze terms of service agreements for numerous online services
- Moderate discussion threads so that each service had its own thread
- Organize each data topic (such as when services can change their terms) to contain a list of services employing that topic
- Assess submitted data points in order to determine how they pertain to user rights
- Identify important points and assign a score based on how important each point is for users to know
- Represented ToS;DR in an interview with BBC Radio 5’s “Outriders” program, available at: http://www.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/series/pods/all (aired 20 August 2012)
- Build and nurture relationships with other like-minded organizations such as http://www.faircontracts.org and http://www.citizenme.com, handling all communication between project directors Theresa Amato (Fair Contracts), StJohn Deakins (citizenme), and Hugo Roy (Terms of Service; Didn’t Read) and discuss any possible collaboration between projects
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