I am a dynamic and detail-oriented professional with a robust background in art, communications, and instruction. I excel at fostering artistic engagement and supporting gallery operations.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Communications Expert
Abinsi Consulting
08.2022 - Current
Responsible for implementing brand identity for print and web purposes
Developed brand identities for clients
Honed skills coordinating with diverse clients and stakeholders
Lead designer and illustrator on a grant funded project funded by the Canadian Heritage Council working on character design, background illustration, and motion graphic assets to support Plains Cree language learning
Art Instructor
The Nina Haggerty Center for the Arts
04.2022 - 04.2023
Created and delivered fine arts programming to artists with developmental disabilities over Zoom for those artists who cannot return to the studio in person or wish to supplement their practices with online instruction
Developed strong interpersonal skills and ability to adapt lessons for students with different levels of engagement and needs
Junior Marketing and Multimedia Content Producer
Ethically Aligned AI
04.2022 - 04.2023
Supported the creation and execution of media strategies, including social media postings and press releases for traditional media.
Provided general administrative support, including handling of email and other correspondence, as well as organized and tracked meeting and interview scheduling
Community Arts Coordinator
Society of Northern Alberta Print-Artists
06.2021 - 09.2021
Coordinated event volunteers, artists, and schedules
Involved in setup and takedown of shows in the gallery
Maintained allotted budgets
Lead coordinator of the Queen Mary Poster Project
Lead coordinator of the SNAP Tees fundraising Initiative
Gained insights into the day-to-day operations of a non-profit arts organization, lended support with regular programs including exhibitions and residencies and work to develop new initiatives and programs that serve artists, members and the larger community.
Camp Counsellor
Camp Warwa
07.2016 - 08.2016
Lead groups of 8 children ages 6-14 for a week long overnight camping experience
Taught archery, climbing, canoeing, arts and crafts, and survival skills
Developed leadership, problem solving, patience, communication and teamwork
Education
Bachelors of Fine Arts -
University of Alberta
04-2021
DELF B1
French Language Certification
01-2017
Skills
Effective Project Management
Excellent Communicator
Adobe Suite (Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign, AfterEffects)
Managing Partner at Adar Consulting, previously an affiliate of Rise One ConsultingManaging Partner at Adar Consulting, previously an affiliate of Rise One Consulting