Experience

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  Choice humanitarian

  Aug 2009 - Dec 2009

  Intern

  Strengthened data entry system by reorganizing, contributed to annual gala preparation by centralizing volunteer work efforts.

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  Bad dog rediscovers america

  Jan 2010 - May 2010

  Multimedia manager

  Refined organization’s Facebook/Twitter. Supervised the creation of a promotional video about the organization to increase student enrollment. Generated public awareness through press releases and radio clips.

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  University of utah prssa chapter

  Feb 2010 - May 2011

  Secretary

  Created and implemented mentor program between PRSSA members and local professionals. Increased membership by 49 members. Organized meetings to help and students gain tips for entering the public relations world and network with local professionals.

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  Continuing education at the university of utah

  Jan 2011 - May 2011

  Pr/marketing intern

  Evaluated and reconceptualized organization’s Facebook and Twitter. Researched, wrote, and pitched press releases promoting Continuing Ed programs. Created general awareness of organization and classes.

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  University of utah absolute communication

  Jan 2011 - May 2011

  Account supervisor & creative team member

  Worked with local businesses to resolve public relations needs. Revamped their website, Facebook, and Twitter to gain awareness. Created awareness campaign by creating logos, designs for T-shirts, stickers, and membership benefits (Team Radioactive).

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  Orbit pr/secret productions

  May 2011 - Jul 2011

  Strategic communication intern

  Oversaw accreditation to Secret Garden Party music festival. Liaising with journalists and media who wished to attend the event. Researched media coverage of artists and events. Collating press clippings and organizing their presentation.

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  Center for science and math education

  Jan 2012 - Sept 2012

  Pr/journalism intern, freelance writer

  Composed and distributed weekly press releases for multiple scientists. Produced written media articles on research. Copy edited stories for science community blogs. Created and managed social media plans for CSME. Created promotional materials for CSME (newsletters, videos, radio clips, etc.)

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  Utah museum of contemporary art

  May 2012 - Jul 2012

  Development intern

  Aided in the organization of the annual fundraising gala. Completed miscellaneous tasks as needed (organized gala guest list, live auction product management, event set up and take down, etc.) Exhibit installation and take down. Aided in the management and of various museum events (First Fridays, Gallery Stroll, etc.)

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  Utahns first

  May 2012 - Jul 2012

  Field organizer intern

  Aided in various tasks needed to organize and maintain political campaigns within the Greater Salt Lake Valley. Directly networked with locals in the coordination of volunteers for canvassing and phone bank purposes. Oversaw other interns. Actively engaged in mobile and individual data collection for campaign analysis.

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  Fischer productions

  Jul 2012 - Sept 2012

  Productions assistant

  Worked with the associate producer in the coordination and documentation of a televised series for Discovery Velocity. Fulfilled various assistant tasks (organizing and distributing equipment, distribution and completion of individual agreement releases, etc.)

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  Oozle media

  Jul 2012 - Jan 2013

  Content & communication manager

  Created, edited, and managed incoming and outgoing content for SEO purposes. Assisted the Content & Communication Director in management tasks, PR events, and miscellaneous daily tasks. Established groundwork and initiated intern program between Oozle Media and local universities.

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  The leonardo

  Jan 2013 - Sept 2013

  Visitor services
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  Ocearch

  Feb 2013 - Oct 2014

  Pr assistant/outreach coordinator

  Managed press communication with quick and timely responses. Coordinated with press in scheduling events and interviews with OCEARCH Expedition Leader. Wrote and edited press releases, web copy, and any outgoing copy from the organization. Oversaw educational outreach by scheduling Skype sessions, school visits, etc. with the OCEARCH crew. Organized and oversaw multiple calendars for the organization and OCEARCH Founder. Managed and coordinated all travel logistics (travel calendar, hotels, flights, ground transportation, etc.) Acted as event liason managing communication between OCEARCH and event coordination, following up on planning details, billing, and event background research. Show less

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  The leonardo

  Oct 2014 - Aug 2017

  Take charge of daily operational meetings in busy start up museum. Manage data within Altru museum management system. Develop and maintain relationships both within and outside the organization. Facilitate group sales and field trip sales. Train new and alumni staff on museum policy and pedagogy. Schedule management and department project coordination. Troubleshoot operational issues as they arise. Maintain communication with Operations and Events apartments regarding spaces set up and access needs for programs. Communicate with other departments about upcoming field trip activities and needs. Maintain education and programs calendars in Altru. Collaborate with museum's Education, Development, and Marketing departments to formulate and implement strategies and tactics to achieve maximum sales revenue. Assist in management of floor facilitators. Coordinate monthly teacher exhibit previews. Work with Education Manager to organize Educator Open Houses, workshops, etc. Communicates and documents weekly budget and attendance goals. Show less

  • Guest Services Manager

    Feb 2017 - Aug 2017

  • Programs Administration Manager

    Sept 2015 - Feb 2017

  • Reservations Manager

    Oct 2014 - Sept 2015
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  Utah museum of fine arts

  Aug 2017 - now

  • Directly manages the visitor services and events staff, including hiring and training employees, appraising performance, and resolving problems.• Provides oversight and assists with executing all on-site event activities by collaborating across UMFA departments, University of Utah departments, and independent vendors/clients.• Provide resources, information, and orientation materials to visitors and clients• Responsible for documenting and maintaining all departmental policies, processes, and contracts. • • Works with the accountant to ensure that all revenue-related payments are billed and received as well as all vendor payments are processed. Show less • Acts as primary contact for internal and external event coordination. Provides oversight and assists with execution of all on-site UMFA event activities by collaborating with UMFA departments, University of Utah departments, and independent vendors/clients.• Responds to event inquiries and event participants in a timely manner. Responsible for the reservation and organization of all museum events on the General Calendar. Provides information pertinent to all UMFA staff on the event file within the General Calendar. Maintains event records and archives. • Trains and supervises the on-site event staff to uphold the highest standards of customer service. Makes arrangements such as catering, parking, signage, and ordering event supplies and equipment. • Responsible for documenting and maintaining all departmental policies, processes, and contracts. Works with accountant to ensure that all revenue related payments are billed and received as well as all vendor payments are processed.• Collaborates with Deputy Director in preparing annual departmental strategy, marketing plan and budget by providing data on event sales, equipment, supplies, staffing and facilities maintenance needs for upcoming budget year. Show less

  • Individual Giving Manager

    Jun 2021 - now

  • Supervisor of Visitor Services and Events

    Jul 2019 - Jun 2021

  • Event Coordinator

    Aug 2017 - Jul 2019