Experience

BLUE SOUND CONSTRUCTION, INC.

• United States
• Construction
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Operations Coordinator

  • Sep 2021 - Present

  Acting in the central hub of a residential construction company, my role has many facets. I have assisted with the sales pipeline, from intake to estimate (and where needed assisted with proposals for value engineering); project and labor mapping; and in field management of subcontractors. Administrative duties include, development of quality control procedures culminating in a ‘Phase x Phase’ construction document with SOPs targeting performance and quality. Collaborate closely with Project Managers, Architects, and homeowners to simplify pre-construction phases and project closeout. As the Site Supervisor for a high touch condo remodel in downtown Seattle, I have acted as a combination of Assistant Project Manager (monitoring progress, budget, and hosting weekly client meeting) and Lead Carpenter (laying out subs and carpenters, ensuring work is executed as designed, and assisting with my carpentry skills when needed).



Artech Fine Art Services

• United States
• Artists and Writers
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Accounts Project Manager

  • Aug 2018 - Jun 2021

  As the Project Manager for named accounts, I was responsible for carefully coordinating logistics for museum quality art and navigating the delicate dynamics of my one-percenter clients. Additionally, due to my “calm under pressure” demeanor, I was the Project Manager selected to coordinate high risk or complex projects for my company, including installing a 10 ton sculpture in the middle of a courtyard. Collaborated with internal and external stakeholders to carefully manage scope, resources, and monitor safety protocols. Identified and mitigated risks with careful planning and managed RFIs. As a trusted team leader, supported efforts of the Seattle Art Fair and was requested to coordinate out of state projects for select clients. With an eye toward detail, wrote contracts, developed, wrote and submitted commercial documents including estimates, proposals, and invoices in compliance with service contracts. As an administrator, tracked and submitted documents to comply with LNI’s Prevailing Wage requirements.



Corbett vs. Dempsey

• United States
• Retail
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Registrar & Gallery Manager

  • Dec 2012 - Apr 2018

  Working closely with a small team, my primary responsibility was to ensure the safe packing, movement, storage, and transportation of objects entrusted to the gallery. Carefully coordinated local, domestic, and international logistics to support an ambitious gallery program of eight exhibitions, three domestic and two international art fairs annually. Reviewed and prepared loan forms, consignment agreements, contracts and shipping documents. As Gallery Manager, oversaw the day-to-day operations and supervised a team of 2 interns, 1 part time employee, and 2-5 freelancers. Fostered relationships with VIP clients and the vibrant local arts community by hosting and participating in events. Executed all special requests and legal requirements with a focus on accuracy and safety. Maintained a detailed database of 20,000+ artworks and orchestrated an annual inventory at the gallery and an offsite facility. Meticulously inventoried 3 artist estates, totaling 10,000+ objects. Was promoted from Archivist to Registrar after demonstrating an aptitude for precision and developed methods to further improve database accuracy and functionality for a rapidly expanding inventory. Simultaneously served as Registrar and Gallery Manager and in that role oversaw the seamless day-to-day operations of a busy commercial art gallery. Supervised a team of interns, part time employees, and freelancers.



Adler Planetarium

• United States
• Museums, Historical Sites, and Zoos
• 100 - 200 Employee

• Museum Services Staff Supervisor/ Exhibit Technician

  • Jul 2011 - Jun 2014

  Focusing on security and safety while interacting with members of the public to ensure a positive experience for all stakeholders. I supervised a staff of 20-30 people and the daily operations of all public areas of the museum. I was promoted to a supervisor position after only 4 months. In addition my supervisor role, I worked on the Exhibitions Staff where I was able to strengthen interdepartmental communication by relaying information about ongoing projects to staff. I was able to assist in the design and implementation of temporary exhibitions at the museum. Preformed routine maintenance and proactively identified areas for future mechanical and aesthetic improvements.



Museum of Contemporary Art, Chicago

• United States
• Museums, Historical Sites, and Zoos
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Preparations Team

  • Aug 2011 - Feb 2012

  Assisted with the preparations for a traveling exhibition, This Will Have Been: Art, Love, and Politics in the 1980s. Contacting vendors and artists, to source materials for the exhibition. Developed installation guidelines for temporary exhibitions and for items in the permanent collection. Built scale models for use of curatorial planning. Attended staff meetings related to planning the exhibition and observe museum standard practices in the handling, installation, and long term care of objects.



Milwaukee Art Museum

• United States
• Museums, Historical Sites, and Zoos
• 100 - 200 Employee

• Curatorial Team

  • Jan 2010 - Jun 2011

  Completed curatorial research for museum exhibitions and for objects in the permanent collection using Athena software. Updated museum's records using The Museum System (TMS) to enhance provenance and exhibition history and improve search functionality within the database. Coordinated and executed mass mailings related to La Donna Velata, American Quilts, and Forbidden City: Summer of China. Expansion of community ties related to museum initiatives and events through outreach programs. Completed curatorial research for museum exhibitions and for objects in the permanent collection using Athena software. Updated museum's records using The Museum System (TMS) to enhance provenance and exhibition history and improve search functionality within the database. Coordinated and executed mass mailings related to La Donna Velata, American Quilts, and Forbidden City: Summer of China. Expansion of community ties related to museum initiatives and events through outreach programs.