Erica Schmitt Email & Phone Number

Thornton, Colorado, United States

• I oversee the public art program for Colorado's sixth largest city (pop. 144,000). I oversee the entire process including budget, planning, selection process, contracts, permits, installation, and maintenance of the.
• Leading the city's first public art tour
• Creating accessible digital resources to allow virtual explorations of the city's collection.In 2024, I have overseen the following public art installations:
• "RAE" by Volkan Alkonoglu (I-25 and E. 136th Ave.)
• "Periodic Reflection" by Pneuhaus Studios (Sky Park)
• "Thornton SkyDance" by Seth Palmiter (Carpenter Recreation Center)

Louisville, Colorado, United States

• I supported Louisville's vibrant character and elevated the quality of life by bringing beloved annual events, diverse cultural programming, community grants, and artistic opportunities to the community.Project.
• Oversee $130K+ budget; RFPs, vendor sourcing, contract management, procurement
• Manage major events (5K+ attendance): Fourth of July, Fall Festival, Summer Concerts in the Park
• Manage arts and cultural events: indoor concerts, film screenings, art unveiling, gallery exhibits
• Oversee public art program, annual arts grants, implement cultural arts master plan
• Oversee city contracts for the Louisville Cultural Council, Street Faire, Farmers Market, and outdoor ice skating rinkMarketing:

Reno, Nevada

• The Reno Chamber Orchestra presents intimate musical experiences through its regular six-concert season, and through the annual Nevada Chamber Music Festival. Event Management:
• Coordinate and negotiate with vendors; review contracts and invoices
• Lead event promotion (marketing and activities)
• Ensure event runs smoothly; analyze performance and create systems for future events
• Manage all ticketing (online, over the phone, box office; track ticket sales)Marketing:
• Editorial oversight ensuring consistent quality, messaging, and brand identity in all collateral

Denver, CO

• Teach music, theatre, and art classes at elementary, middle, and high schools including:Adams 12 Five Star School District:- Rocky Top Middle School- Thornton Middle School- Thornton High SchoolDenver Public School.
• Taught elementary school students physics, engineering, and architecture-based critical thinking.
• Instructed middle and high school students in in-school and after-school programs.
• Planned classes, managed supplies, assessed student progress, and adapted programs as necessary.
• Designed original educational handouts for classroom instruction and home use.
• Composed and arranged musical pieces tailored to individual skills, interests, and goals.

Greater Denver Area

• I create an engaging, exciting experience, helping create, manage, and staff over 100 events per year. My responsibilities include:Events Management:
• Large-scale events (200-450 in attendance)
• Health Fair, Home & Garden Show, Craft Fair, and Clubs Fair (400+ in attendance per event)
• Specialized events: lectures and classes for small groups
• Ongoing events: coordinate room rentals and event setup for 110+ different groups
• Entertainment: live music, DJs, and entertainers, including summer series of 10 outdoor concerts

Greater Denver Area

• We make it fun for kids to be active, providing a health and fitness foundation for life. As Director, I:
• Built and trained a team of Sales Managers and Coaches; managed CRM database (Salesforce).
• Built new and existing partnerships with families, schools, communities, and paid clients.
• Created electronic and print media to promote upcoming classes and events
• Managed class database, including inputting and invoicing (Class Juggler) customers and classes.
• Taught fitness and sports classes ranging from recreational league to parent-tot.

Denver, CO

• (Location closed)Your Soul’s Movement was founded in 2016, providing dance, music, theatre, and wellness instruction at the studio and at schools and community centers throughout the Denver Metro region. Students.
• Managed events, projects, staff, and school programs, including overseeing 25+ teaching staff.
• Designed community events, including building partnerships and securing resources.
• Led business initiatives, including overhaul of website, marketing, and social media programs.
• Created marketing collateral, including text and visual design of print brochures and posters.
• Created and tracked budgets, maintained CRM technology (MindBody), ordered merchandise, ran payroll.

Denver, CO

• The Anatomy in Clay® Center is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization providing hands-on anatomy education for individuals of all ages and abilities.Events:
• Organized logistics for national conferences, including travel, staffing, supplies, and marketing.
• Assisted at workshops, including registration, setup, videography, and instruction.
• Obtained certification for workshops to provide professional continuing education credits.Partnerships:
• Built community relationships with corporations, nonprofits, foundations, and school districts.
• Wrote grant applications, educational event descriptions, and blog posts on anatomy education.Marketing:

Aurora, CO

• The Rocky Mountain Lions Eye bank is a medical nonprofit dedicated to curing blindness through eye tissue transplantation. Quality Control Coordinator (2011-2013):
• Headed calendaring, providing time-sensitive medical products and services for global clients.
• Screened and summarized medical charts, including specialist consultations and lab results.
• Determined transplant suitability of donor eye tissue and matched it with appropriate recipients.
• Ran statistical reports; developed strategies to optimize performance and cost-effectiveness.
• Maintained accuracy, organization, and confidentiality of database and files.

Bachelor Of Music, Music Performance- Double Bass

Activities and Societies: • Students for Education, Medicine, and Service • Music groups included: Symphony Orchestra, Opera, Musical.

Continuation Of Science Education, Integrative Physiology

• Coursework included statistics, calculus, anatomy, developmental psychology, chemistry with lab, biology (general biology with lab.

Emergency Medical Technician, Emergency Medical Technician-B (Emt-B)

Activities and Societies: • Additional coursework in phlebotomy- Certified to start IVs.• State Certification as an Emergency Medical.