Katy Strass

Katy Strass

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  • Timeline

  • About me

    Fine Artist Printmaker

  • Education

    • Indiana University–Purdue University Indianapolis

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      Bachelor of Fine Arts - BFA Printmaking

      Students within the Bachelor of Fine Arts program acquire the technical virtuosity to be successful as professional artists. Many students who seek a B.F.A. degree have aspirations towards graduate studies in a Masters of Fine Arts (M.F.A.) degree leading to careers such as professorship positions, corporate commissions, gallery ownership, museum curatorships, art criticism, and independent studio careers.The Printmaking program engages innovative and traditional technologies of print,… Show more Students within the Bachelor of Fine Arts program acquire the technical virtuosity to be successful as professional artists. Many students who seek a B.F.A. degree have aspirations towards graduate studies in a Masters of Fine Arts (M.F.A.) degree leading to careers such as professorship positions, corporate commissions, gallery ownership, museum curatorships, art criticism, and independent studio careers.The Printmaking program engages innovative and traditional technologies of print, builds creative community, and provides professional training in the fine print media. Show less

  • Experience

    • The Berg Ale Haus

      Oct 2014 - Aug 2015
      Assistant Manager

      Some of the duties include recruiting, hiring and training employees, participating in food preparation, ensuring that food safety and sanitation procedures are followed. Supervision of cooks, servers and bartenders. Scheduling hours and purchasing goods and supplies.

    • Fort Wayne Community Schools

      Aug 2015 - Jun 2016
      Paraprofessional

      Assist teachers in the classroom, supervise students outside of the classroom, or provide administrative support for teaching. Job duties range from filling teaching positions to supplementing regular classroom curriculum with additional enrichment activities for students.

    • Rusty Dog Irish Pub, LLC

      Feb 2016 - Mar 2019
      Food and Beverage Server

      Responsible for positive Guest interactions while serving Guests in a friendly and efficient manner playing an integral role in ensuring that customers have exceptional dining experiences. At all times, servers are expected to be attentive to guest needs, making them feel welcome, comfortable, important and relaxed.

    • Sherwin-Williams

      Jun 2017 - Mar 2019
      Sales Associate

      Responsible for supporting the sales efforts at a Sherwin-Williams paint store, servicing wholesale and retail customers. Sales Associates assist customers in person and over the phone by determining needs and presenting appropriate products and services.

    • The Eiteljorg Museum of American Indians and Western Art

      Dec 2018 - Dec 2018
      Workshop Instructor

      Lead workshop on the art of woodblock printmaking. Instructed and guided attendees on the process of printmaking. Demonstrated design techniques, carving procedures and the printing process.

    • Pathfinder Services

      Mar 2019 - Feb 2023
      Huntington Arts & Entrepreneurial Center Director

      The HAEC Director operates an inclusive community arts center for visitors and the people of Huntington County. This position intentionally serves people with disabilities and/or low to moderate incomes alongside any person from the community to improve their quality of life. The director role includes providing educational programming as it relates to Arts & Culture and Arts Business.

    • Indiana Arts Commission

      Oct 2019 - Oct 2019
      Grant Review Panelist

      Arts in the Parks and Historic Sites

    • Lafontaine Arts Council Inc

      Jan 2020 - Jun 2022
      Executive Director
    • Indiana Arts Commission

      Mar 2021 - Aug 2021
      Course Instructor

      Together with the Indiana Small Business Development Center (ISBDC) and the Indiana Arts Commission (IAC) the On-Ramp Local Team improved the economic resilience of creative small businesses in their community through providing the On-Ramp Creative Entrepreneur Accelerator (On-Ramp) as developed by the IAC.1. Assemble a multi-member team2. Observe the On-Ramp Central training program in Lafayette3. Contribute to teamwork, which may include planning logistical details, outreach, application review, leading workshop instruction, invite guest mentors, coaching individuals, etc. according to their own skills and the team’s needs.4. Host an in-person creative entrepreneur workshop over the course of three days.5. Teach the On-Ramp Creative Entrepreneur Course curriculum as provided by the IAC.6. Provide one-to-one coaching for participants with a business professional.7. Coordinate a supportive, positive in-person experience that highlights the community.8. Coach cohorts to form a strong fellowship plan. Show less

    • The Eiteljorg Museum of American Indians and Western Art

      Sept 2021 - Sept 2021
      Conversation Facilitator

      Public Program: A Conversation with Wes StudiQuest for the West, opening weekend programmingGuided conversation with actor, Wes Studi, talking about creating characters & the role language plays in film.

    • MidWest America Federal Credit Union

      May 2023 - now
      Member Services Associate

      Teller work and MSR Loan Officer in training

  • Licenses & Certifications

    • Alcohol Server

      Alcohol and Tobacco Commission
      Jan 2018
    • Creating a Fantastic Image for Your Neighborhood

      NeighborWorks America
      Aug 2019
    • Community Leadership Institute Certificate of Completion

      NeighborWorks America
      Oct 2018
      View certificate certificate
    • ServSafe Alcohol

      National Restaurant Association Educational Foundation (NRAEF)
      Apr 2019
    • Planning for Success: What Happens After You Win a Grant

      Resource Associates, the Grant Experts
      Aug 2019
    • Leveraging Arts and Culture for Affordable Housing and Equitable Community Development

      NeighborWorks America
      Aug 2019
    • ServSafe Food Handler

      National Restaurant Association
    • Grant Writing Workshop

      Grant Writing USA
      May 2019
  • Volunteer Experience

    • Founder of H.A.N.Ds

      Issued by Freelance (Self employed) on Sept 2018
      Freelance (Self employed)Associated with Katy Strass
    • Scholastic Art and Writing Awards, Juror

      Issued by Fort Wayne Museum of Art on Jan 2023
      Fort Wayne Museum of ArtAssociated with Katy Strass
    • Strategic Initiatives

      Issued by Americans for the Arts on Oct 2022
      Americans for the ArtsAssociated with Katy Strass
    • Assistant

      Issued by HUNTINGTON COUNTY VISITOR AND CONVENTION BUREAU INC on May 2021
      HUNTINGTON COUNTY VISITOR AND CONVENTION BUREAU INCAssociated with Katy Strass
    • Project Manager

      Issued by Lafontaine Arts Council Inc on Apr 2021
      Lafontaine Arts Council IncAssociated with Katy Strass
    • Assistant

      Issued by Northeast Indiana Regional Partnership on Sept 2020
      Northeast Indiana Regional PartnershipAssociated with Katy Strass
    • Special Olympics Volunteer

      Issued by Rotary Club on Feb 2020
      Rotary ClubAssociated with Katy Strass
    • Workshop Instructor

      Issued by Huntignton City-Township Public Library on Oct 2018
      Huntignton City-Township Public LibraryAssociated with Katy Strass
    • Presenter

      Issued by City of Huntington Indiana on Aug 2018
      City of Huntington IndianaAssociated with Katy Strass
    • Event Coordinator

      Issued by City of Huntington Indiana on Jun 2017
      City of Huntington IndianaAssociated with Katy Strass