Rachel Blair-Johns
Dartmouth,NS
Summary
Detail-oriented, imaginative and driven Community leader/Freelance creative with extensive experience in the Arts & Craft sector. Experienced Organizer accomplished in event planning from start to finish with strong communication skills, coordinating and collaborating with colleagues, customers and craftspeople.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Events Coordinator
Craft Nova Scotia
02.2024 - Current
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Lead Organizer on Summer & Winter Markets as well as Pop-Ups.
- Retail support and creating opportunities for membership
Executive Board, Chair
Hawthorn Home And School Association
09.2017 - Current
- Preside over board meetings and manage group through conducted board business to address organizational objectives
- Assisted with development of organizational budgets and fundraising.
- Create successful strategies through collaboration and organization skills to achieve yearly goals.
- Organize and volunteer 3 extracurricular events per school year to enhance educational experience and the yearly Spring Fair which is a fundraiser aimed at acquiring needed equipment to minimize barriers.
Jewellery Designer
Ment Jewellery / CEO
04.2014 - Current
- Established small business designing and manufacturing fine contemporary jewellery
- Experience with website construction and maintenance specifically Shopify and Squarespace, inventory, metal arts, manufacturing craft product, marketing craft products, exhibiting/participation in craft shows, social media experience. Financial budgeting and accounting.
- 10 years of experience with POS systems and craft retail.
Board member
The Halifax Crafter's Society
01.2020 - 08.2022
- Board Member for 2 year volunteer term working with this non profit arts organization focusing on event management, organizational policy, outreach and creating more diversity and inclusion.
- Collaborated with other board members to develop and execute programs and initiatives to advance organizational mission.
Founder, President
The Dartmouth Makers
10.2014 - 01.2019
- In 2014 co-founded contemporary craft group, The Dartmouth Makers and launched organization in January 2015 which continues to grow today supporting arts and artists in Dartmouth, NS.
- Experienced in art event management, craft/vendor/artisan promotion and relations, standards committee, locations management, marketing, event organization, scheduling, finance and floor plans. Social media and marketing manager for The Dartmouth Makers from 2015 - 2018. Financial manager from 2015-2018.
- Developed strong partnerships with local businesses/sponsors to allow for collaboration and more significant opportunities for market growth.
- Created organization's mission and vision statements and developed organizations blueprint through extensive collaboration and review.
Volunteer
Maritime Makers, Etsy Halifax
01.2015 - 09.2016
- Assisted in establishing the September Etsy Made In Canada artisan craft market for Halifax branch.
- Roles included managing their Instagram account, taking part in the inaugural planning of the organization and event market set up to establish the annual Etsy September show in Halifax, Nova Scotia.
- Used strong interpersonal communication skills to convey information to others.
- Supported engaging, fun, and smooth-running events by helping with organization and planning.
Scenic Artist
Neptune Theatre
11.2008 - 01.2012
- Collaborated with other artists on theatre set construction and executed original art direction meeting standards of quality and accuracy.
- Contributed to creative process through extensive art experience and knowledge of scenic practices and skills.
Education
Jewellery Art And Design
Nova Scotia College of Art & Design
Halifax, NS2011
Bachelor of Arts - Printmaking
Ontario College of Art & Design
Toronto, Ontario04.1998
The Dr Anne Tanenbaum Gallery School
Art Gallery Of OntarioHigh School Diploma -
The Central Tech Art Centre
Toronto, ON06.1992
Skills
- Excellent organizational skills with passion for detail
- Focused on vibrant and clear communication both verbal and written with emphasis on creating professional connections
- Strong ability to delegate tasks through many years in leadership roles
- Community builder who can work independently with extensive experience in community relations, administrative and financial management experience
Timeline
Events Coordinator
Craft Nova Scotia
02.2024 - Current
Board member
The Halifax Crafter's Society
01.2020 - 08.2022
Executive Board, Chair
Hawthorn Home And School Association
09.2017 - Current
Volunteer
Maritime Makers, Etsy Halifax
01.2015 - 09.2016
Founder, President
The Dartmouth Makers
10.2014 - 01.2019
Jewellery Designer
Ment Jewellery / CEO
04.2014 - Current
Scenic Artist
Neptune Theatre
11.2008 - 01.2012
Jewellery Art And Design
Nova Scotia College of Art & Design
Bachelor of Arts - Printmaking
Ontario College of Art & Design
The Dr Anne Tanenbaum Gallery School
High School Diploma -
The Central Tech Art Centre
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