Multifaceted glass art curator with over 2 years of gallery experience and 7 years experience creating glass art. Hardworking and passionate job seeker successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude looking to find a full time position.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Experience Curator
Glass Light Hotel & Gallery
10.2021 - 12.2023
Had full creative control over what went on display on each floor of gallery and in conference rooms.
Moved and handled various types of glass artwork with exceptional care.
Ensure high level of guest interactions
Gallery tours
Oversee safety for all gallery objects and visitors
Meticulously cleaned artwork.
Maintained cleanliness of gallery space
Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever need. Often used artistic skill to complete small projects needed for hotel.
Self-motivated, with strong sense of personal responsibility.
Helped to maintain art collection records
Ensures that all Gallery rules are followed
Respond to visitor inquires in prompt and courteous manner
Greet visitors and wish them farewell
Answer incoming calls
Performed some concierge duties for hotel including sending welcome emails, responding to guests' questions about hotel, recommendations for local attractions, tracking down and delivering amenities and making reservations.
Provide accurate and timely communications across various departments via e-mail, text and written formats.
Tracked employee birthdays & work anniversaries and passed around cards each month to be signed for the individuals celebrating.
Ordered snacks once a month for employees and handed them out once week for employee appreciation.
Communicated with a museum for the loan of a piece of artwork.
Communicated with artists for repair of art work
Communicated between departments when there was a special artist or guest staying at the hotel to ensure that they received VIP treatment
Over saw an intern over the summer teaching him about the artwork, curating, and concierge work
CMGS Studio Assistant Fall Session
The Perry Glass Studio
07.2022 - 01.2023
Teaching assistant for Old Dominion University
Assisting with public classes
Assisting gaffers during their blowslots
Shop tasks
CMGS Studio Assistant Spring Session
The Perry Glass Studio
01.2022 - 07.2022
Teaching assistant for Old Dominion University
Assisting with public classes
Assisting gaffers during their blowslots
Shop tasks
Dog Walker
Wag!
03.2017 - 09.2021
Five star rated on Wag! app
Tailored walks for older dogs and dogs with variety of health concerns.
Alerted owners immediately of health or behavior problems for speedy resolution and care.
Led dogs away from hazards, obstacles and other animals to protect safety.
Collected animal waste produced on walks and discarded in trash or approved receptacles.
Maintained pace according to size, age and agility to offer individualized walking experience for each dog.
Waitress
Britnic's
09.2012 - 08.2013
Helped to train new waitstaff
Washed Dishes
Made coffee and made to order shakes/malts
Cleaned front of house and bathrooms at end of every shift
Shared knowledge of menu items and flavors, enabling customers to make personal decisions based on taste and interest.
Kept server areas clean and stocked to increase efficiency while working tables.
Bussed and reset tables to keep dining room and work areas clean.
Upsold drink specialty items, wine selections and desserts to increase overall sales and exceed targets.
Resolved guest and employee complaints to maintain complete customer satisfaction and workforce effectiveness.
Stayed up-to-date on menu changes to help customers make food choices.
Inspected dishes and utensils for cleanliness.
Stored food in designated containers and storage areas to increase shelf life, improve kitchen organization and provide easy access during busy peak service times.
Maintained customer satisfaction with timely table check-ins to assess food and beverage needs.
Supervised restocking of salad bar and buffet for lunch and dinner service.
Displayed enthusiasm and promoted excellent service to customers, successfully increasing referrals and walk-in business.
Folded napkins and prepared silverware sets to provide adequate supply for host station.
Greeted new customers, discussed specials and took drink orders.
Used cash registers and credit card machines to cash out customers.
Collaborated with kitchen staff to correctly update customers on unavailable dishes and wait times.
Prepared specialty desserts for customers for special occasions.
Waitress
The Valley Inn
06.2012 - 08.2013
Shared knowledge of menu items and flavors, enabling customers to make personal decisions based on taste and interest.
Kept server areas clean and stocked to increase efficiency while working tables.
Bussed and reset tables to keep dining room and work areas clean.
Resolved guest and employee complaints to maintain complete customer satisfaction and workforce effectiveness.
Stayed up-to-date on menu changes to help customers make food choices.
Maintained customer satisfaction with timely table check-ins to assess food and beverage needs.
Supervised restocking of salad bar and buffet for lunch and dinner service.
Folded napkins and prepared silverware sets to provide adequate supply for host station.
Greeted new customers, discussed specials and took drink orders.
Used cash registers and credit card machines to cash out customers.
Prepared specialty desserts for customers for special occasions.
Collaborated with kitchen staff to correctly update customers on unavailable dishes and wait times.
Displayed enthusiasm and promoted excellent service to customers, successfully increasing referrals and walk-in business.
Installation in Chrysler Museum of Art January 2023
Installation in Chrysler Museum of Art July 2022
Glass Art Published in 340 Magazine a Tidewater Community College student production the 2 years in a row
Hobbies
Recently set up an area to use a home kiln and stained glass equipment in order to expand my glass skills. Also enjoy woodworking and home improvement with boyfriend. Love to travel to see new places and experience new things as well as visit family as often as possible.
Timeline
CMGS Studio Assistant Fall Session
The Perry Glass Studio
07.2022 - 01.2023
CMGS Studio Assistant Spring Session
The Perry Glass Studio
01.2022 - 07.2022
Experience Curator
Glass Light Hotel & Gallery
10.2021 - 12.2023
Dog Walker
Wag!
03.2017 - 09.2021
Waitress
Britnic's
09.2012 - 08.2013
Waitress
The Valley Inn
06.2012 - 08.2013
Associate of Arts - Glass
Tidewater Community College
Associate of Arts - Photography
Tidewater Community College
High School Diploma -
Royall Hight School
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