Amy Lutz

Preparator at Louisiana State Museum
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Experience

    • United States
    • Museums, Historical Sites, and Zoos
    • 1 - 100 Employee
    • Preparator
      • Apr 2022 - Present

    • Project Coordinator
      • Oct 2021 - Present

  • Alexis Walter Art
    • New Orleans, Louisiana
    • Gallery Director
      • 2017 - 2020

      ● Doubled workflow productivity within the first year through document creation and the streamlining of processes and procedures, leading to an increase in revenue ● Created and maintained copywriting and content for social media accounts, the website, email marketing campaigns, and the artist’s digital product catalogue ● Coordinated special commissioned projects and managed client, partner, and internal communications ● Created commission contracts and files containing concepts, ideas, and design boards ● Consulted with artist, client, interior designer, and vendor on client commissions to develop and deliver on project parameters, goals, budgets, and timeframes ● Optimized customer experience to ensure client satisfaction and drive recurring business ● Analyzed marketing information and business performance to develop sales strategies for customer acquisition ● Spearheaded successful horizontal business expansion that included a new product launch and targeted marketing promotion and sales strategies ● Enhanced industry and community outreach through networking and trade shows ● Trained and supervised ancillary staff ● Created and maintained invoices and consignment forms in QuickBooks ● Documented and managed inventory control

  • Uptown Frames Custom Framing
    • New Orleans, Louisiana
    • Assistant Manager & Fine Art Framer
      • 2013 - 2017

      ● Improved quality of products, output, and customer satisfaction within the first year ● Assisted in management of daily operations and created fine art framing products while operating within budget limits ● Built appropriate artifact mounts; matted and framed two-dimensional pieces using archival materials ● Designed and produced printed graphics, text panels, and interpretive labels ● Assisted in designing, planning, and framing of fine art for installations ● Communicated and worked with outside partners, vendors, and contractors to ensure the appropriately priced, and timely production and delivery of required project components ● Facilitated sales and provided customer service and product expertise ● Ensured sales associates’ excellence in customer service through thorough training and supervision ● Maintained records and generated custom reports for management ● Reorganized store layout and implemented promotions to foster sales growth

  • RE:BE Design
    • New Orleans, LA
    • Production Design Intern
      • 2012 - 2012

      ● Collaborated with production design team on multiple concurrent projects to assist in the production of the visual and interactive art aspect of Voodoo Music + Arts Experience ● Sourced materials and assisted with procurement activities, including market research and vendor management ● Researched and reported on current installations ● Facilitated communications between the production design team and visual artists ● Collaborated with production design team on multiple concurrent projects to assist in the production of the visual and interactive art aspect of Voodoo Music + Arts Experience ● Sourced materials and assisted with procurement activities, including market research and vendor management ● Researched and reported on current installations ● Facilitated communications between the production design team and visual artists

  • for Sally Heller
    • New Orleans, LA
    • Studio Assistant
      • 2012 - 2012

      ● Assisted artist in preparation of works for collective exhibition event at The Front Gallery ● Trained and worked in artist’s medium according to instruction ● Assisted in the secure packing, transportation, and delivery of artwork from studio to gallery ● Installed finished artwork in gallery according to artist’s specification to form a cohesive exhibition for opening night ● Assisted artist in preparation of works for collective exhibition event at The Front Gallery ● Trained and worked in artist’s medium according to instruction ● Assisted in the secure packing, transportation, and delivery of artwork from studio to gallery ● Installed finished artwork in gallery according to artist’s specification to form a cohesive exhibition for opening night

  • for Stephen Paul Day
    • New Orleans, LA
    • Studio Assistant
      • 2012 - 2012

      ● Assisted artist in preparation of works for solo exhibition event at the Arthur Roger Gallery ● Trained and worked in artist’s medium according to instruction ● Installed finished artwork in gallery according to artist’s specification to form a cohesive exhibition for opening night ● Assisted artist in preparation of works for solo exhibition event at the Arthur Roger Gallery ● Trained and worked in artist’s medium according to instruction ● Installed finished artwork in gallery according to artist’s specification to form a cohesive exhibition for opening night

    • United States
    • Retail
    • 700 & Above Employee
    • Sales Associate & Window Designer
      • 2010 - 2011

      ● Created commercial displays and provided an excellent customer service experience ● Facilitated sales and processed transactions ● Stocked, replenished, and organized inventory ● Created commercial displays and provided an excellent customer service experience ● Facilitated sales and processed transactions ● Stocked, replenished, and organized inventory

  • LSU Student Union Art Gallery
    • Baton Rouge, Louisiana Area
    • Gallery Assistant
      • 2007 - 2008

      ● Assisted in gallery preparation, installation, and de-installation of revolving exhibits and casework ● Greeted visitors and provided information on current exhibition and gallery info ● Received fine art submissions and inspected for damages in shipment; recorded any defects on arrival and notified artist(s) and gallery manager ● Effectively communicated with gallery manager and fellow staff on exhibit conceptualization, design, and installation ● Designed and produced printed graphics, text panels, and interpretive labels for collections ● Assisted with written and digital correspondence ● Organized and maintained clean and functional gallery work areas; cleaned/maintained gallery exhibit space ● Facilitated sale of artwork

Education

  • Louisiana State University
    Bachelor of Fine Arts - BFA, Sculpture
    2006 - 2011
  • Mt. Carmel Academy
    Diploma, General Studies
    2002 - 2006

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