Megan Harmon White
San Francisco
Summary
Dynamic professional skilled in art direction and project management, dedicated to optimizing workflows and enhancing team performance. Strong background in managing artist relationships and coordinating successful exhibitions, focusing on data-driven improvements and process efficiencies. A strategic approach ensures alignment between project goals and client satisfaction.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
ASSOCIATE DIRECTOR
Scott Richards Contemporary Art
04.2025 - Current
- Exhibition design and curation
- Managing and consulting artists on commissions and overall art direction
- Art sales: Contemporary mid career, and established artists
- Proficient in ArtLogic, Photoshop, Canva, Filemaker and Artsy
- Collaborated with artists to refine concepts and enhance presentation.
- Managed art collection inventory and ensured proper documentation.
- Coordinated marketing initiatives to promote gallery events and exhibitions.
- Cultivated relationships with collectors, curators, and art enthusiasts.
- Researched market trends to inform exhibition planning and artist selection.
- Developed training programs for existing staff members as well as new hires.
- Participated actively in decision making processes at a high level within the organization.
- Monitored budgeting, forecasting, planning and reporting activities of the department.
- Developed strategic exhibitions showcasing contemporary artists and their works.
PRODUCTION + PROJECT MANAGER
Local Language
Oakland
12.2021 - 01.2023
- Coordinated production schedules and team efforts to ensure smooth workflow.
- Coordinated production schedules to ensure timely project completion.
- Managed cross-functional teams to align project goals and deliverables.
- Facilitated regular meetings to monitor project progress and resolve challenges promptly.
- Developed project plans outlining tasks, timelines, and resource allocation.
- Implemented quality control procedures to maintain project standards.
- Quality control management and art direction
- Created and implemented a visual and physical reference system of material substrates to support the creative team's development of large-scale sculptural projects.
- Analyzed risks and developed mitigation strategies for potential issues.
- Identified opportunities for cost savings through improved processes or technologies.
- Analyzed cost data and developed strategies for reducing costs while ensuring quality standards were met.
- Identified and addressed training needs among personnel to enhance production processes.
- Resolved conflicts between personnel by providing clear direction and expectations regarding their roles within the organization.
- Developing a system with filemaker to track and inventory product samples
- Archive management and SOP development
OPERATIONS + FACILITIES MANAGER + FOUNDRY TEACHER
The Crucible
Oakland
01.2021 - 01.2022
- Managed facility maintenance schedules and ensured operational readiness.
- Implemented safety protocols and conducted regular inspections for hazard identification.
- Coordinated vendor contracts and oversaw service quality and compliance.
- Supervised facility staff and provided training on maintenance procedures and safety practices.
- Developed space utilization plans to optimize workflow and efficiency within facilities.
- Facilitated communication between departments regarding facility-related needs and issues.
- Planned maintenance activities in accordance with budget limitations, building use needs and operational requirements.
- Planned upgrades or renovations for existing facilities based on customer feedback or changing needs.
ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT
West Coast Retina
01.2019 - 01.2022
- Coordinated patient appointments and managed scheduling for multiple physicians.
- Maintained accurate patient records and ensured confidentiality compliance.
- Assisted with insurance verification and processed patient billing inquiries.
- Collaborated with medical staff to streamline office operations and improve workflows.
- Supported the implementation of new administrative procedures to enhance efficiency.
- Handled confidential documents in an organized fashion according to established protocol.
- Created travel arrangements and distributed travel details to appropriate personnel.
- Coordinated patient referrals between physicians and specialists to streamline care.
- Communicated with insurance providers to verify coverage and obtain authorizations.
- Collaborated with medical staff to facilitate smooth transitions of care for patients.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Anthropology
UNIVERSITY OF MISSOURI
Columbia, Missouri05-2019
Bachelor of Fine Arts - Photography, Sculpture
UNIVERSITY OF MISSOURI
Columbia, Missouri05-2019
Skills
- Exhibition planning
- Exhibition design
- Curation
- Digital asset management
- Photography
- Sales
- Strategic partnerships
- Client relations
- Business development
- Program Development
- Logistics
- Vendor Management
- Asset evaluation
- Inventory management
- Creative strategy
- Photoshop
- Email marketing
- Cross-functional collaboration
- Competitive analysis
- Financial oversight
- Professional networking
- Trend analysis
- Project management
- Systems development
Certification
- Certified EMT, 2008-2017
- American Society of Appraisers - ASA NorCal Chapter Candidate, Personal Property
Timeline
ASSOCIATE DIRECTOR
Scott Richards Contemporary Art
04.2025 - Current
PRODUCTION + PROJECT MANAGER
Local Language
12.2021 - 01.2023
OPERATIONS + FACILITIES MANAGER + FOUNDRY TEACHER
The Crucible
01.2021 - 01.2022
ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT
West Coast Retina
01.2019 - 01.2022
Bachelor of Science - Anthropology
UNIVERSITY OF MISSOURI
Bachelor of Fine Arts - Photography, Sculpture
UNIVERSITY OF MISSOURI