Jasmine Vanstone

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North York, Ontario, Canada

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Timeline
About me
Multi-disciplinary Artist, Arts Facilitator & Arts Administrator
Education
- Canadian International Institute of Therapeutic Arts
  2023 - 2023
  Certificate Therapeutic Arts
  Explore the theoretical and experiential connection between creativity, art-making, and the healing process through concepts of visual intelligence, practical skills in therapeutic arts techniques, and understanding of the impact of creativity and art-making on the brain.
- Centennial College
  2020 - 2021
  Graduate Certificate Arts Management
  Received mentorship from Onika Powell, Artistic Director of VIBE ArtsStoryworks project with D'LYFE Dance CompanyMember of Programming team for Arts Ahead 2021 - Vibrations: Arts, Wellness & the Search for Balance
- York University
  2015 - 2019
  Certificate Cultural and Artistic Practice for Social and Environmental Justice
- York University
  2014 - 2019
  Bachelor of Fine Arts - BFA Visual Arts
  Recognized for artistic achievements by reception of Ferdous Akhtar Memorial Bursary, Tim Whiten Award, Jennifer Ivey Bannock Digital Photo Bursary, and Joseph Drapell Awards.
Experience
- Good Shepherd Ministries
  Jul 2011 - Jul 2013
  Volunteer
  Provided services to the homeless and disadvantaged. Complied with safety and sanitation codes, ensuring quality standards of living are met.
- Sisters of St. Joseph- The Mustard Seed Centre for the Homeless
  Aug 2011 - Aug 2013
  Volunteer
  Offered a welcoming environment and sacred space for patrons to develop life skills, creativity, care for the environment and spiritual growth. Provided day-to-day care for patrons and assisted in arts and crafts projects as well as drama circles
- Orfe Eco Art Program
  Jul 2016 - Mar 2017
  Art Instructor Support
  Educated children on the environment and values of recycling by creating eco-friendly art and participating in outdoor physical activities.Planned and executed physical activities related to lesson plans during breaks.Stocked classroom with art supplies and help locate recycled material for lesson plans.Earned positive feedback from parents regarding classroom instruction and student learning success.
- Tim Hortons
  May 2017 - Apr 2019
  Coffee Clerk
  Delivered exceptional customer service and educated customers about goods in a fast-paced settingUpheld store aesthetic by cleaning, stocking, and organizing product displaysStayed up to date with product knowledge, company information, launches, and campaigns.Demonstrated ability to successfully build relationships with customers by greeting them warmly, listening carefully to clarify dietary needs and recommending products upon request. Simplified stock refill forms consisting of 78 articles into a single page. Show less
- North York Arts
  Sept 2018 - Dec 2018
  Program and Outreach Intern
  Assisted with registration, information distribution, set up and takedown, and food preparation for workshops.Drafted and proofed legally binding documents and grant applications to keep all correspondence free of grammatical errors.Organized training materials, including user manuals and policies for artist onboarding.Assisted with staff development through sharing notes taken in in-depth training, workshops, seminars, and other industry-related learning opportunities.
- Orfe Eco Art Program
  May 2019 - Oct 2019
  Environmental Art Facilitator
  Developed experimental art lesson plans to teach course materials according to the school schedule.Led groups of school-aged children in art exercises and offered personalized support to individuals in need of extra assistance.Helped students strengthen self-esteem and life skills by fostering healthy conflict-resolution, critical thinking, and communication.Established and enforced rules for behaviour and procedures for maintaining order among a class of 14 students.Tracked class attendance and student progress. Show less
- Art Starts
  Mar 2021 - Oct 2021
  - Program Coordinator
    May 2021 - Oct 2021
  - Program Liaison
    Mar 2021 - Apr 2021
- Jasmine Vanstone
  Oct 2021 - now
  Artist & Arts Facilitator
- TO Live
  Nov 2021 - Apr 2023
  Communities & Outreach Programming Coordinator
- North York Arts
  Jun 2023 - May 2024
  - Interim Program Manager
    Feb 2024 - May 2024
  - Creative Minds & Special Projects Coordinator
    Oct 2023 - Feb 2024
  - Community Projects Coordinator (Willowdale)
    Jun 2023 - Sept 2023
- City of Toronto
  Oct 2023 - now
  Visual Arts Instructor
Licenses & Certifications
- Working at Heights
  Worksite Safety
  Feb 2023
- HIGH FIVE Principles of Healthy Child Development
  Parks and Recreation Ontario
  Jul 2023
- CPR/AED/First Aid
  Heaven Can Wait Emergency First Aid Inc.
  Jun 2023
- Google Certified Educator - Level 1
  Google Career Certificates
  May 2023