Benjamin Tippin

Experience

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  Fine Art Metal Casting

  May 2007 - Nov 2007

  Fabricator
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  Walser's Art Supply

  Jul 2007 - Jan 2011

  Sales Associate
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  Freelance (Self-employed)

  Feb 2011 - Sept 2013

  Moldmaker
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  BevMo - Beverages and More

  Sept 2011 - Feb 2013

  Sales Associate
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  Hangar 24 Craft Brewery

  Mar 2013 - Sept 2013

  Southern California Wholesale Representative

  Actively promoted products throughout the Southern California area and grew brand presence among targeted demographics. Partnered with industry-leading, local food, and beverage professionals to organize special events, including featured beer dinners, pint nights, samplings, and festivals. Built relationships with non-profit organizations and coordinated charitable donations.

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  Jeroboams

  Oct 2014 - Dec 2014

  Wine Sales Specialist
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  Los Angeles Contemporary Exhibitions

  Jan 2015 - Jan 2016

  Research Intern
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  Torrance Art Museum

  Sept 2015 - Jun 2019

  Museum Curator

  Provided hands-on operational oversight and support to Creative Director and Curator of South Bay's premier venue for multimedia, contemporary art. Managed rotating exhibitions highlighting local, national, and international contemporary artists. Developed and executed new marketing strategies that intersected with potential stakeholders. Oversaw interactions with the press, wrote press releases and wrote/designed museum materials. Researched emerging, contemporary artists and brainstormed new concepts for potential exhibitions.• Managed the execution of thirty-seven projects. Lead curator for five.• Recognized for co-curating exhibition reviewed by Los Angeles Times, Wall Street Journal, and other art-centric publications.• Served as institutional liaison between museum and large, regional arts initiatives• Identified opportunities for corporate giving and conducted outreach to prospective donors.• Coordinated regional meetings across multiple institutions to initiate collaborative programs, projects, and events.• Chief editor and Publication manager: directed the production of all publications originating from or affiliated with the museum.• Social media and marketing manager. Show less

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  Freelance (Self employed)

  Feb 2016 - May 2022

  Freelance qualitative research on a by-project basis: specializing in social media, architecture and digital society.

  • Independent Consultant

    Jul 2019 - May 2022

  • Research Analyst

    Feb 2016 - Feb 2020
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  Los Angeles Unified School District

  Dec 2016 - Apr 2021

  Substitute Teacher
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  Aref & Associates

  Jun 2021 - Jun 2022

  Project Coordinator (Architecture & Interior Design)

  Provide support in the management of projects, teams, and budgets. Manage project documentation. Create and maintain project calendars and tasks. • Work with vendors and contractors handling construction submittals and RFIs. • Facilitate communication and collaboration between teams. •Liaise between consultants and vendors. •Oversight of project budgets and invoicing.•Coordinate the completion of construction contracts and documentation.

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  Morgan, Lewis & Bockius LLP

  Jul 2022 - Feb 2023

  Project Manager, Creative & Brand Management

  Led a team of 6 graphic designers and 3 production artists, providing guidance and support to ensure the team delivered high-quality work that aligned with the firm's brand standards.• Managed a high-volume of creative projects from conception to completion, ensuring projects were delivered on time, within budget, and to the satisfaction of internal stakeholders and clients.• Collaborated with the Web Design, Social Media, and Editorial teams on large firm-wide initiatives, including website redesigns, new industry sector rollouts, D&I initiatives and thought leadership publications.• Worked closely with outside vendors to outsource project elements, quality control vendor deliverables to maintain strict internal quality assurance standards. • Developed and maintained project timelines and budgets, regularly communicating project status and updates to stakeholders and senior leadership.• Identified and resolved project issues and risks, proactively implementing solutions to keep projects on track and within scope. Show less

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  Meinzer Law Firm, PC

  Oct 2023 - now

  Paralegal

  Independent Paralegal preparing documents for probate and estate planning services. As-needed investigative services.