John Thornton Email & Phone Number

Brooklyn, New York, United States

Gowanus, Brooklyn

Arts Gowanus is a not-for-profit organization working to support, promote, and advocate for local artists and a sustainable arts community in the Gowanus neighborhood of Brooklyn, NY.Responsible for all aspects of the organization:- Organizational vision and identity- Fundraising- Programming: Gowanus Open Studios, Artworks Gala and several programs to create an ongoing presence and point of connection for artists and community.- Organizational Spokesperson in Press and… Show more Arts Gowanus is a not-for-profit organization working to support, promote, and advocate for local artists and a sustainable arts community in the Gowanus neighborhood of Brooklyn, NY.Responsible for all aspects of the organization:- Organizational vision and identity- Fundraising- Programming: Gowanus Open Studios, Artworks Gala and several programs to create an ongoing presence and point of connection for artists and community.- Organizational Spokesperson in Press and other Public Forums- Staff Management / Volunteer Management- Collaborations with elected officials, arts and community organizations, and businesses and corporations-Coordinate 400+ artists for annual Gowanus Open Studio tour and 75+ artists for annual fundraiserManage team of 20+ volunteers working on graphic design, social media, events, and sponsorship-Website, create content for social media-Recruit artists and volunteers to join the organization through events and direct asks-Manage Directory of Artists for 400+ users Show less

Greater New York City Area

Arts Gowanus is a not-for-profit organization working to support, promote, and advocate for local artists and a sustainable arts community in the Gowanus neighborhood of Brooklyn, NY.Coordinate 400+ artists for annual Gowanus Open Studio tour and 75+ artists for annual fundraiserManage team of 20+ volunteers working on graphic design, social media, events, and sponsorshipCreated new website, continue to update website, design and send out newsletters, create content for social… Show more Arts Gowanus is a not-for-profit organization working to support, promote, and advocate for local artists and a sustainable arts community in the Gowanus neighborhood of Brooklyn, NY.Coordinate 400+ artists for annual Gowanus Open Studio tour and 75+ artists for annual fundraiserManage team of 20+ volunteers working on graphic design, social media, events, and sponsorshipCreated new website, continue to update website, design and send out newsletters, create content for social mediaRecruit artists and volunteers to join the organization through events and direct asksManage Directory of Artists for 400+ users Show less

Greater New York City Area

• Curate innovative programming that engages new audiences, promotes artist’s practice and broadens connections within diverse art communities • Select and install artwork according to exhibition themes• Research, draft and edit exhibition copy and press release

695 5Th Avenue, Brooklyn, Ny 11215

*Organizing and planning monthly art exhibitions*Artist/community outreach*Social media*Website design*Sales*Gallery Operations

Greater New York City Area

• ArtFile Magazine is a curated online forum wherein artists, writers, curators and others in the art discuss and document the production of culture• Identify and interview emerging artists• Compose, copyedit and proofread original content• Communicate with a diverse audience in a professional, engaging and informative manner

Tucson, Arizona Area

• Management of an ongoing rental investment property• Liase between the tenants and the owners to maintain a harmonious tenant/landlord relations• Oversee construction and maintenance of property• Manage rental agreements• Tenant relations

Tucson, Arizona Area

I founded and operated a gallery space in Tucson, Arizona called TAC from 2007 – 2010 and curated and organized monthly exhibitions showcasing both established and up-and-coming artists* Work closely with artists, and support staff to realize exhibitions and performances* Manage all gallery operations including physical inventory liaising with artists, vendors and clients.* Manage all physical aspects of the gallery’s appearance to include exhibition lighting, wall construction… Show more I founded and operated a gallery space in Tucson, Arizona called TAC from 2007 – 2010 and curated and organized monthly exhibitions showcasing both established and up-and-coming artists* Work closely with artists, and support staff to realize exhibitions and performances* Manage all gallery operations including physical inventory liaising with artists, vendors and clients.* Manage all physical aspects of the gallery’s appearance to include exhibition lighting, wall construction, painting, carpentry, floor installation/cleaning, window treatments, general layout* Hire and manage art handling staff, outside contractors, fabricators, and industry specialists for exhibition installations and special projects* Managed the sale of works * Designed promotional materials* Managed social media Show less

Tucson, Arizona Area

• Promoted to Manager after two years• Managerial responsibilities included: overseeing employee operations, hiring, employee scheduling, time management, employee evaluation• Developed excellent public relations customer relations skills• Record Keeping