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New York, New York, United States

Founder of an archival production house that helps private individuals and their families manage, preserve, and celebrate their tangible memories. Using technology to fully resuscitate these materials, I led the search for our digital asset management software and designed the internal file structure for our database of over 100,000 assets. Using OCR and AI, Ode’s platform mimics human recall and problem solving to build a visual timeline of their material, helping our clients better understand… Show more Founder of an archival production house that helps private individuals and their families manage, preserve, and celebrate their tangible memories. Using technology to fully resuscitate these materials, I led the search for our digital asset management software and designed the internal file structure for our database of over 100,000 assets. Using OCR and AI, Ode’s platform mimics human recall and problem solving to build a visual timeline of their material, helping our clients better understand their past and prepare their own legacies. KEY SKILLS USED AND IMPROVED:- Managing full-time staff, interns, and contractors- Securing high-value clientele and maintaining top rapport - Maintaining discretion and confidentiality over highly sensitive material- Researching grant and connection opportunities Show less

New York, United States

As Executive Assistant for Fairfax Dorn, Vice President and Marc Glimcher, CEO of Pace Gallery, I created organizational systems for day-to-day operations, managed international travel and event schedules, enhanced client management databases, and prepared monthly expense reports. Significantly, part of this role included leading gifting for Pace's 120+ artists and estates worldwide, taking note of each of our 400+ recipients' preferences to send thoughtful gifts that foster relationships and… Show more As Executive Assistant for Fairfax Dorn, Vice President and Marc Glimcher, CEO of Pace Gallery, I created organizational systems for day-to-day operations, managed international travel and event schedules, enhanced client management databases, and prepared monthly expense reports. Significantly, part of this role included leading gifting for Pace's 120+ artists and estates worldwide, taking note of each of our 400+ recipients' preferences to send thoughtful gifts that foster relationships and promote the gallery's brand.KEY SKILLS USED AND IMPROVED:- Creating projects and workflows in ASANA, allowing real time collaboration- Migrating CRM from CSV and Outlook to HubSpot- Coordinating domestic and international travel arrangements and reservations- Creating monthly expense reports for the Office of the CEO - Microsoft and google office suite Show less

Los Angeles, California, United States

Lead traveling sales specialist for LA-based Wilding Cran gallery during their representation of Karon Davis at their sold-out booth at the 2021 Frieze Fair New York and their award-winning booth at 2021 Art Basel Miami.

New York, United States

Organized engaging content with noteworthy speakers for Sandy Golinkin’s professional development program, Raising the Bar. Key tasks included managing regional team leaders, sourcing new participants, and designing digital advertising campaigns.

New York City Metropolitan Area

Over five years I served as a nanny and tutor for several high net-worth and celebrity families throughout Manhattan and Long Island, often working 60-80 hour weeks. Topics covered college essay and application preparation, English, French, and art history; as well as specific syllabi tailored to families’ own private art collections. Family experiences ranged from 1-6 children, newborn through 15 years, with lengths of employment from several months through all five years, as well as a focus… Show more Over five years I served as a nanny and tutor for several high net-worth and celebrity families throughout Manhattan and Long Island, often working 60-80 hour weeks. Topics covered college essay and application preparation, English, French, and art history; as well as specific syllabi tailored to families’ own private art collections. Family experiences ranged from 1-6 children, newborn through 15 years, with lengths of employment from several months through all five years, as well as a focus on children with Oppositional Defiant Disorder.KEY SKILLS USED AND IMPROVED:- Extreme confidentiality- Navigating complex internal relationships- High attention to detail- Patience and multitasking- Out-of-the-box thinking Show less

Greater New York City Area

Research and administrative intern in Christie's Old Masters Departments. Key tasks included organizing client services and creating the now-standard computer retrieval system for the Old Master’s library.

Greater New York City Area

Founder of Today au Musée, a summer art history program for the creative, astute, and curious young mind. Managing a team of leading undergraduate art history students from the nation's top universities, we set out to teach tolerance through art with hosting weekly sessions in a myriad of periods, themes, and concentrations.

Greater New York City Area

Intern for the Impressionist and Modern Art at Christie's New York during preparation for the esteemed Rockefeller sale which ultimately brought in $833 million, the highest result for a single collection. Skills developed include auction research, literary research, essay writing, and art evaluation.

Greater New York City Area

Intern for the Design department at Oscar de la Renta designing products (focusing on silk and modal scarves) for a private collection. Skills developed include photoshop, photocopying and scanning, design research, drawing skills, fashion terminology, and fashion business.

Greater New York City Area

Intern for the Client Services department at Christian Louboutin where I worked closely with customers to provide quality support and excellent solutions. This experience strengthened my interpersonal skills while increasing my task-management and problem-solving speed.

Greater New York City Area

Intern for the Global Merchandising department at Theory where I helped direct designers in a contemporary and fashion-forward way that fits the Theory Woman. Additionally, I researched textiles, silhouettes, and color schemes for the then-upcoming Spring 2017 and Fall 2018 collections.

Greater New York City Area

Intern for the 20th Century and Contemporary Asian Art department at Christie's New York. Skills developed include auction research, literary research, essay writing, and art evaluation.

Concord, Massachusetts

Photographer for the Middlesex School where I covered the school's student, faculty, and alumni functions for the school's website. During this time I used CameraBag 2, Tonality, Adobe Photoshop, and iPhoto to edit my work.

Greater New York City Area

Intern for the Products of Design department at the School of Visual Arts to create and update their main website. Skills developed include website design, website development, typing, library organization, excel, microsoft word, and internet navigation.

Bachelor Of Arts (B.A.), European Thought

Activities and Societies: Epsilon Upsilon Chapter of Kappa Alpha Theta at Columbia University

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Activities and Societies: Art History, Cultural Politics, French Erasmus at Paris Université Sorbonne in accordance with Columbia.

Honors Diploma, 4.2

Activities and Societies: Varsity Sports Manager, Student Activities Officer, Mediator & Dorm Representative for Student Government.

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