SKILLS

Photoshop, Adobe Illustrator, InDesign, Kiln Firing, Glazing, Management, Teaching, Oil Painting, Printmaking, Ceramics, Drawing.

EXPERIENCE

Art Handler- Washington Museum of Fine Arts, Hagerstown MD

May 2025- June 2025

• Assisted installing and uninstalling art installations 

• Collaborated with Collections Manager to optimize installation process for smooth exhibition transitions

• Conduct artwork inspections to minimize handling errors and ensure integrity

• Repackaged artifacts for transport ensuring secure transport

• Fostered  a positive teamwork environment, encouraging open communication and collaboration among staff for optimal project outcomes

Manager- Brussel’s Cafe, Chambersburg PA

July 2024- January 2025

• Coordinated daily operations, ensuring efficient workflow and on-time service delivery

• Trained and mentored staff, fostering a supportive team that improved service quality and reduced staff turnover

• Delegated task effectively

• Monitored inventory and restocking

• Provided exceptional customer service, building strong relationships that contributed to repeat business

Intern- Susquehanna Art Museum, Harrisburg PA

May 2023- August2023

• Assisted and taught art classes for children and adults, fostering creativity and achieving positive feedback from participants

• Assisted in hosting artist talks, promoting community interaction and enriching the museum’s educational offerings

• Participated in travel buss teaching sessions, expanding outreach and providing valuable art experience to a wider audience

• Worked directly with Exhibition Director to installed and uninstalled exhibitions, carefully repacking artifacts for transport

• Conduct artwork inspections to minimize handling errors and ensure integrity

Guild Member- Nicodemus Center for Ceramic Studies

2023- Present

• Coordinated community pottery events, fostering engagement and enhancing community outreach

• Mixed glazes with precision, achieving consistent color outcomes and improving overall product quality

• Passionately developed pottery skills, continuously enhancing craftsmanship

Freelance/Commissions

Present

• Created unique oil painting portraiture pieces, enhancing client satisfaction and expanding artistic recognition in the local community

• Passionate about art, fostering client relationships to understand their vision and translating it into a compelling piece

• Managed ceramic projects from conception to completion, ensuring meticulous craftsmanship 

EDUCATION

Messiah University, Mechanicsburg PA- Studio Art (BFA)

2020-2024

GPA: 3.43/4.0

Waynesboro Area Senior High School, Waynesboro PA

2016-2020

References

Daniel Finch, Messiah University (dfinch@messiah.edu, 717-766-2511 ext 7111)

Brenton Good, Messiah University (BGood@messiah.edu, 717-766-2511 ext 3982)

Bonnie Mae Carrow, Susquehanna Art Museum (bcarrow@sqart.org, 717-233-8668 ext 2002)