Grace Carter Email & Phone Number

Akron, Ohio, United States

Akron, Ohio, United States

•Generate content related to the Akron/Summit Cultural Plan•Administrative and project management support for ArtsForward regranting program•Project management for the Creative Investment program and education/resource events•Develop and implement tracking mechanisms related to the Cultural Plan to ensure program and organization success•Assist the executive director in supporting DEIA Advisory Committee and work toward full implementation of the Committee•Ensure equitable representation and inclusion of all, especially historically marginalized groups•Collaborate on marketing and public relations efforts•Grant writing and reporting•Relationship building with local artists, organizations, and funders•Attend conferences and events on behalf of ArtsNow•Support transition from QuickBooks to MonkeyPod•Website management support for SummitLive365.com

•Write articles and reviews for CAN blog•Write feature stories for the CAN print magazine

Akron, Ohio, United States

I wrote editorial content, grants, and social media copy on a contracted basis for nonprofit arts organizations. In 2023, I raised over $80,000 for nonprofit arts organizations through grant applications.

Akron, Ohio, United States

Leadership Duties•Worked with executive director on grants and strategic planning•Attended professional development workshops, including diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility (DEIA) seminars•Managed interns Media and Publications•Oversaw complete redesign of the website using WordPress and plug-ins•Grew Summit Artspace's email list by 50% in first year using NEON and Constant Contact•Developed content for bi-monthly email campaigns and monitored engagement. Grew email campaign open rate to 50% on average.•Created the organization’s first media kit•Created the organization's first crisis communications guide•Updated website as needed with content•Cultivated and maintained relationships with local and national press. Wrote and sent press releases and served as the organization’s media contact.•Maintained and grew the organization’s press list•Managed development of branding and graphics with graphic designer, and created supplemental graphics as needed in Canva•Maintained the organization’s editorial and graphic standards of style•Managed the creation of virtual programming, including virtual exhibitions and awards announcement videos•Developed and posted content on social media platforms, including Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, LinkedIn, and YouTube using Hootsuite•Monitored activity on social media platforms and adjusted tactics strategically to maximize engagement•Drafted, edited, and published all digital and print content, including blog posts for website and editorials for CAN Journal•Corresponded with local media, such as Akron Life and The Devil Strip, to run advertisements in print publications•Posted classifieds and events on external sitesPublic Relations•Led group tours and workshops•Facilitated programming and events•Attended community events, meetings, and conferences on behalf of Summit Artspace•Managed public-facing communications, including crisis communications and complaints

Akron, Ohio, United States

*In partial fulfillment of the Master of Arts- Arts Administration degree at The University of AkronGeneral Responsibilities:•Lead the development of a best practices guide to citing artists' work for Summit County artists and arts administrators. Research existing citation methods and United States copyright law related to fair use, public domain, and reproducing images of artwork. Research best practices to ensure accessibility on social media platforms.River in the City Responsibilities:River in the City is an opportunity for the City of Cuyahoga Falls to embrace its new Plan for Public Art by leveraging local and national talent to create excellent art and engagement along Front Street and the Cuyahoga River.Through community engagement, a deeper understanding of the history of the region, and artistic interpretation, two installations will be created downtown. The outcomes are driven by and with the community of Cuyahoga Falls.•Manage communications for Collide: Cuyahoga Falls related to the NEA grant•Active and consistent communication with team partners and volunteers•Logistics and timeline management•Artist support in collaboration with and guidance from the project management team•Attend team meetings as organized by the project management team•Learn about federal grant funding requirements and guidelines• Serve as a thought-leader in determining communication strategies•Produce blog posts, videos, and photos to document the grant process

Kent, Ohio, United States

•Research and interview alumni from the Kent State University School of Art to write related articles for the website•Assist with various writing tasks including newsletters and press releases•Write Student Spotlight articles•Write posts for social media•Edit closed captioning for virtual lectures to ensure accuracy and provide accessibility

Kent State University Student Wellness And Recreation Center; Kent, Ohio

• Plan and deliver weekly yoga classes for patrons of the Kent State University Student Wellness and Recreation Center• Teach custom classes for campus organizations• Complete continuing education courses as part of registration with Yoga Alliance• Acquired over 170 hours of teaching experience• Awarded Staff Member of the Year: Fitness and Wellness, 2021

•Assist with various marketing-related tasks, including copywriting, interviewing, proofreading, and social media•Apply skills in professional writing and critical thinking in order to deliver quality content•Support clients throughout the stages of the marketing process

Warehouse District, Downtown Cleveland

•Created promotional materials for exhibitions and events, including newsletters using MailChimp, and wrote editorial content for CAN Journal•Facilitated gallery openings and events•Led tours of the rotating galleries and permanent collection•Communicated with local artists throughout all stages of the exhibition process

Chagrin Falls, Ohio, United States

•Provided customer service•Assisted with visual merchandising•Assisted with checking in new inventory

Mayfield Heights, Ohio, United States

•Provided customer service•Ensured the gym was kept clean and tidy•Answered phones•Logged personal training appointments•Helped new members sign up

Auburn, Ohio, United States

•Managed social media accounts•Wrote PR materials•Participated in community outreach events

University Circle, Cleveland

•Facilitated tours and events•Conducted research projects•Compiled photo archives

Master Of Arts - Ma, Arts Administration, 4.0

•Concentration in art law •M.A. thesis: Decolonizing the Modern Museum: Policies and Procedures for Best Practices Permalink.

Bachelor Of Arts - Ba, Art History, 3.889

Activities and Societies: Art History Club, Art Club, Anti-Racism and Criticism Collective Reading Group• Concentration in Modern.

Associate Of Arts - Aa, With Distinction