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Telfair MuseumsInterpretive Guide
Mar. 2025Savannah, Georgia, United States
The Nelson-Atkins Museum of ArtCuratorial Assistant, Global Contemporary and Modern, American Art
Feb. 2024 - Feb. 2025Kansas City, Missouri, United StatesIn my role as a Curatorial Assistant of the Historical American and Global Modern and Contemporary Art departments at The Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art, I supported both departments in acquisition processing, research, and maintenance of collections files. I maintained a steady workflow to better administrate functional procedures across departments, handled paperwork, scheduled appointments, and was communications liaison between internal departments and external partners.
The Nelson-Atkins Museum of ArtTeaching Artist, Community & Access Programs
Jan. 2022 - Feb. 2024Kansas City, Missouri, United StatesThe Community and Access Programs at the Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art are dedicated to helping bridge the historically large gap between the institution and many of its surrounding communities. As a Teaching Artist in the Museum's Ford Learning Center, I engage with students from many backgrounds and points of access, both physical and neurological, host tours of the Nelson-Atkins' large encyclopedic collection, and teach multiple mediums of visual art processes, taking it a step further to meet students in their neighborhoods for classes, then inviting them to come back to the museum to see the collection in person.
Will Knit For FoodOwner, Knitwear Designer
Dec. 2020 - Mar. 2022Kansas City, Missouri, United StatesI've turned my pass-time into a small business! I help people find comfort in their every day lives by offering to make custom-designed, handmade knitwear -- everything from gloves and headbands to sweaters, blankets and hats. I also sell crocheted home goods like coasters and bowls, and offer free hats to give away to those who do not have the means to buy cozy clothes.
Glassmaster StudioStudio Assistant
May. 2019 - Dec. 2021Kansas City, Missouri, United StatesGlassmaster Studio creates custom stained glass projects for residential and commercial clients. As assistant, my various tasks include weatherproofing, patina, cataloging inventory, and installation.
Artist & Craftsman SupplyOutreach Coordinator
May. 2016 - Dec. 2021Kansas City, Missouri, United StatesArtist & Craftsman Supply is an employee-owned art supply chain dedicated to catering the needs of its surrounding creative community. As the "Out-of-Store" representative for Artist & Craftsman Supply in Kansas City, MO, I am responsible for coordinating events, curating gallery shows, and encouraging sales through networking
OP Art ToursOwner, Tour Guide
Jan. 2016 - Mar. 2022Kanas City, MOI independently curate customized art tours at local art institutions including the Nelson-Atkins Gallery of Art and the Crossroads Art District. My goal is to intrigue those who are not compelled to visit museums or experience art on their own by encouraging them to engage in conversation with the artwork and ask critical questions.
KIPP Endeavor AcademyCollege Advisor
Jul. 2014 - Jul. 20152700 E. 18th StKIPP is a network of 191 public charter schools that provide students in underserved educationally communities the opportunity and skills needed to make it to and through college. As college advisor, I worked with KIPP Endeavor Academy's first graduating class, 2015, in the application and financial aid processes as they matriculated into college. After a year of paid part-time work, I volunteered for an additional school year by sending out mass emails and social media updates.
New Life CityChurchAdministrative Assistant
Jan. 2014 - Jul. 20161717 McGee StAs assistant to the Senior Pastor, I managed small tasks around the office, kept communication lines open between members and administrators, and frequently update social media forums. I also developed a variety ways to communicate with associates of the church, including using graphic design tools and fun phone apps.
Half Price BooksCashier Scanner
Oct. 2013 - May. 2016Kansas City, MissouriResponsibilities included engaging with customers at the register, maintaining the cash-wrap merchandise, packaging online orders, and fully scanning store merchandise on a monthly basis.
Transform Arts (Cru)Art Historian (Resident; Staff)
May. 2013 - Sep. 2016Kansas City, MissouriTransform is a non-profit art organization that is committed to investing holistically into the lives of emerging and maturing artists. As a resident, I engaged with the art world, specifically in my field of art history. As a part-time staff member, I curated conversations at bi-monthly neighborhood dinner event with local artists and art lovers. I also also administered customized art tours of the Nelson-Atkins Museum's permanent collection as well as gallery tours in the Crossroads Arts District to help people learn how to talk about art on a very personal level.
Museum of Fine Arts, BostonArtful Adventures Intern
Sep. 2012 - Apr. 2013Boston, Massachusetts, United StatesArtful Adventures is a component of the Education Department at the Museum of Fine Arts that invites student groups to learn about art through customized tours and art workshops. As a two-term intern, I assisted instructors in hosting gallery tours and administering workshop projects. My final project was to design a lesson plan on African art for future instructors.
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