Alison Tatum Email & Phone Number

Chicago, Il, Us

Evanston, Illinois, United States

Member of the Stewardship Impact Reporting Team, focused specifically on process and data management for ~1,200 endowment reports sent to donors annually.

Chicago, Illinois, United States

At Northwestern Pritzker School of Law:Assigned all gift acknowledgements to letter senders on a weekly basis by processing the Weekly Gifts Report spreadsheet, and ensured efficiency by writing a comprehensive process and procedure job aid. Set up gift acknowledgements using mail merge, writing text as needed. Designed donor gift storage and withdrawal system from scratch, developed inventory and gift-recipient tracking spreadsheets, recommended appropriate gifts for donors to gift officers, selected new gift items for purchase, managed inventory re-orders with external vendors, and prepared gifts for both on- and off-site donor meetings Standardized and streamlined the process for creating briefing documents for the Dean of the Law School's alumni and donor visits by editing and refining briefing templates, developing a relationship tracking spreadsheet, writing a comprehensive process and procedure job aid, and leading Program Assistant trainingProofread, collated, and archived over three hundred 2023 Law School Endowment ReportsDeveloped distribution process and ensured timely mailing for over five hundred hand-signed holiday cards, “making it easy” for the Law School development team Set up routine template acknowledgement and congratulatory letters, wrote gift acknowledgement language, and created obituary notification emails.Leveraged relevant digital tools: Adobe Illustrator, BI, Canva, CATracks, Doodle, Encompass, Fundriver, Google Suite, Microsoft Office Suite, NU Financials, Onbase, Sharepoint, Zoom

Greater Chicago Area

10+ years’ experience as professional educator: conducted needs analysis to identify skill gaps and level setting, determined learning objectives, formulated learning and assessment plans to achieve desired competencies, and successfully executed learning strategies for learners aged 3 - 70+ in small group, classroom, and 1:1 learning sessionsDeveloped curriculum, created progressive learning modules, and established assessment standards: strategized learning processes to achieve students’ long-term goals, and prepared students for repeated public successes in performances, auditions, and examsCoached parents on practice motivation, learning strategies, and relationship-building, which resulted in improved parent-child relationships and greater material retention by studentsPivoted to Zoom for virtual lessons during Covid-19 pandemic lockdowns, retaining 90% of clientsManaged business development, event bookings, scheduling, invoices and payment processing, budgets, inventoryActively advocated for and cultivated diverse representation, equitable outcomes, and inclusive practicesCareer successes include receiving University of Missouri Community Music Program Excellence in Teaching Award, twin brother violin students obtaining full-ride college scholarships at Bradley University, and 11-year old violin student achieving highest state-wide score on the Royal Conservatory Method Violin Level 2 ExamCurrent private student roster includes 3 youth (aged 11 – 16) and 5 adults (aged 30 – 70)Teaching Methods: Suzuki Method (certified through Book 4), Royal Conservatory Method, Sassmannshaus Method, various traditional pedagogy methodsLeveraged relevant digital tools: Finale, Google Suite, Microsoft Office, Squarespace, ZoomPart time: 5 – 12 hours per week

Libertyville, Illinois, United States

Conducted needs analysis to identify skill gaps and level setting, determined learning objectives, formulated learning and assessment plans to achieve desired competencies, and successfully executed learning strategies for learners aged 5 - 10 in 1:1 learning sessionsDeveloped curriculum, created progressive learning modules, and established assessment standards: strategized learning processes to achieve students’ long-term goals, and prepared students for repeated public successes in performances, auditions, and examsCoached parents on practice motivation, learning strategies, and relationship-building, which resulted in improved parent-child relationships and greater material retention by studentsPivoted to Zoom for virtual lessons during Covid-19 pandemic lockdowns, gaining 2 new clients and retaining existing clientsPrimary point of contact for stakeholders, addressing and communicating department policies and resolving individual concernsPart time: 3 hours per week

Greater Chicago Area

Conducted needs analysis to identify skill gaps and level setting, determined learning objectives, formulated learning and assessment plans to achieve desired competencies, and successfully executed learning strategies for learners aged 5 - 10 in 1:1 and classroom learning sessionsDeveloped curriculum, created progressive learning modules, and established assessment standards: strategized learning processes to achieve students’ long-term goals, and prepared students for repeated public successes in performances, auditions, and exams. Courses developed: Suzuki Violin Group Ensemble Class Level 1B/2A, Note Readers (how to read music), Performance Class, String OrchestraCoached parents on practice motivation, learning strategies, and relationship-building, which resulted in improved parent-child relationships and greater material retention by studentsPrimary point of contact for stakeholders, addressing and communicating department policies and resolving individual concernsPart time: 6 hours per week

Greater Chicago Area

Conducted needs analysis to identify skill gaps and level setting, determined learning objectives, formulated learning and assessment plans to achieve desired competencies, and successfully executed learning strategies for learners aged 5 – 70 +in 1:1 learning sessionsDeveloped curriculum, created progressive learning modules, and established assessment standards: strategized learning processes to achieve students’ long-term goals, and prepared students for repeated public successes in performances, auditions, and examsCoached parents on practice motivation, learning strategies, and relationship-building, which resulted in improved parent-child relationships and greater material retention by studentsPrimary point of contact for stakeholders, addressing and communicating department policies and resolving individual concernsWrote copy for music school's websitePart time: 6 – 8 hours per week

Greater Chicago Area

Amethyst Ensemble provides bespoke live string music for weddings, private parties, corporate eventsFounding musician of Amethyst Ensemble: took over ownership, increased revenues from $1,000 to $10,000 by year two by guaranteeing a custom client experience, fostering client loyalty, growing a referrals network, and negotiating favorable contracts for gigsManaged business development, event bookings and contracts, scheduling, calendars, venue logistics, budgets, invoices, payment processing, marketing, inventory, staffingPrimary point of contact for stakeholders, addressing and communicating policies and resolving individual concernsBuilt and maintained relationships with external and internal stakeholders, including a network of corporate and private clients and independent contractorsLeveraged relevant digital tools: Doodle, Finale, Google Suite, Microsoft Office, Squarespace, Whenisgood, ZoomPart Time: 2 – 20 hours per week

Greater Chicago Area

Professional musician for 16+ years. Collaborative performer with a reputation for facility in a variety of written and improvised musical genres. Produced 20+ bespoke live string quartet music for weddings, private parties, and corporate events. Built and maintained relationships with external stakeholders, including a network of corporate and private clients and independent contractorsHighlights: - Oistrakh Symphony of Chicago, 2019 – Present (Carnegie Hall Performance in 2019): Violin- TEDx Wrigleyville, 2020: Pangea Poem: Hope in the Face of Fear by Greg Geffrard: Violin, Composition - Goodman Theatre – A Christmas Carol: Violin, Acting, 2019- Additional: Amazonland Chamber Players, Amethyst Ensemble, Chicago Composers Orchestra, Covenant Presbyterian Church Music Team, Northbrook Symphony Orchestra, Porchlight Musical Theatre

Munster, In

"Especially outstanding" ~ Colin Douglas, Chicago Theatre Review https://www.chicagotheatrereview.com/2020/02/rocky-mountain-high/Pit Musician for:- Almost Heaven: John Denver's America (Winter 2020)- Ghost (Fall 2018)- Big River (Fall 2017)- Cabaret (Spring 2017)- Annie Warbucks (Winter 2016)- A Christmas Memory (Winter 2014)- The Beverly Hillbillies (Summer 2014)

Chicago, Illinois, United States

Onstage violinist/actor in 2019 production of A Christmas Carol

Chicago, Illinois, United States

Created and sent out weekly church e-newsletter in MailChimp, maintained the church website in WordPress: responsible for accuracy and clarity of final copyOversaw office inventory activities, including ordering, stocking, and shipment receiving for food and office suppliesResolved office emails, mail, phone calls, and document requests. Forwarded specialized requests to relevant staffManaged the church Planning Center database, including data entry and routine maintenanceScheduled volunteers for Sunday services and other church events in Planning CenterManaged facility reservation requestsCompleted monthly reconciliation of office credit card accountLeveraged relevant digital tools: Google Suite, MailChimp, Microsoft Office, Planning Center, WordPressPart time: 10 – 15 hours per week, temporary

Greater Chicago Area

A.C.P. presents immersive education-focused concerts for adults exploring DEI in classical musicSpearheaded end-to-end live event production process from development through implementation and post-production: including three seasons of 4 concerts each and festival performances at Make Music Chicago and Thirsty Ears Classical Music Street FestivalOversaw creation of promotional materials and marketing strategy: grew audience base from 15 to 160+ through word-of-mouth, social media, and MailChimp email campaigns by year threeIdentified and engaged guest artists and collaborating partners, led cross-functional teams and managed rehearsal scheduling for up to 12 performersDesigned an immersive live music concert format that prioritized interactive audience education during performances, focusing on themes of DEI in classical music by centering music written by BIPOC, women, and living composersManaged program resources: scheduling, venue logistics, budgets, inventory, human resourcesClosed business due to Covid-19 pandemicLeveraged relevant digital tools: Doodle, Finale, Google Suite, Microsoft Office, Squarespace, Whenisgood, ZoomPart time: 5 – 30 hours per week during summers

Chicago, Illinois, United States

Conducted needs analysis to identify skill gaps and level setting, determined learning objectives, formulated learning and assessment plans to achieve desired competencies, and successfully executed learning strategies for learners aged 16 - 18 in classroom learning sessionsDeveloped curriculum, created progressive learning modules, and established assessment standards: Courses developed: Introduction to String Quartet + Remedial-Level Music TheoryPrimary point of contact for stakeholders, addressing and communicating department policies and resolving individual concernsLeveraged relevant digital tools: Google Classroom, Google Suite, Microsoft OfficePart time: 10 – 25 hours per week

Greater Chicago Area

Conducted needs analysis to identify skill gaps and level setting, determined learning objectives, formulated learning and assessment plans to achieve desired competencies, and successfully executed learning strategies for learners aged 4 - 8 in 1:1 learning sessionsPart time: 1 - 2 hours per week

“Long-Term” Substitute Suzuki Violin Group Instructor for Winter and Spring terms, taught group class (split) levels: 2/3, 4, and 5/6Conducted needs analysis to identify skill gaps and level setting, determined learning objectives, formulated learning and assessment plans to achieve desired competencies, and successfully executed learning strategies for learners aged 8 - 12+ in classroom learning sessionsPart time: 4 hours per week, temporary

Chicago, Il

Optimized beginning-of-term payment collection processes by hiring and mobilizing a team of student workers and introducing payment incentives, which led to increased rates of prompt bill payment.Designed Violin and Viola Certificate Program by formulating four graded levels of technique and repertoire curriculum requirements and securing faculty consensus, thus establishing program-wide goals and standards for high-achieving string students.Resolved office emails, mail, phone calls, and document requests. Forwarded specialized requests to relevant staffPrimary point of contact for stakeholders, addressing and communicating department policies, resolving individual concernsLeveraged relevant digital tools: Adobe InDesign, Google Suite, Microsoft OfficePart time: 20 hours per week, temporary

Skokie, Illinois, United States

Authored Orchestra Librarian Handbook, including policies, procedures, and best practicesPrepared budget reports and research documents to assist Music Director with concert programmingProcured, prepared, marked, and distributed all sheet music for 4 concert cyclesKept and maintained sheet-music related records and shipping information for orchestra library Checked and tracked all incoming and outgoing performance materials for quality and completenessShipped and returned all rented music materials and paid invoices in a timely mannerInterpreted and adhered to copyright laws related to music and orchestral compositionsCommunicated with orchestra, staff, and board members regarding music distribution and library policiesLeveraged relevant digital tools: Finale, Google Suite, Microsoft OfficePart time: ~30 hours per concert cycle for 4 concert cycles

Columbia, Missouri

Taught private violin lessons for learners aged 5 - 55Presented with 2011 Community Music Program Excellence in Teaching Award

Master Of Science - Ms, Leadership For Creative Enterprises

Post-Master'S Certificate In Performance, Violin

Master Of Music, Violin Performance

Private Instructor: Dr. Olga Kaler- Violin

Master Of Music, Violin Performance

Bachelor Of Music, Summa Cum Laude, Violin Performance And Music Theory

Private Instructors: Eva Szekely- Violin Leslie Perna- Viola Dr. Neil Minturn- Music Theory Edward Dolbashian- Orchestra Repertory.