Nikki Gauthier Email & Phone Number

Saint Joseph, MI, US

Three Oaks, Michigan, United States

Develop and implement the artistic vision and focus for The Acorn. Foster diverse programming, including regional talent, Open Mic Night and The Acorn's Singer-Songwriter Competition. Partner with Talent Buyer and outside producers to manage The Acorn’s exciting calendar of events. Oversee marketing initiatives, community partnerships and event operations.

Three Oaks, Michigan, United States

• Lead all programming and marketing initiatives, book artists, manage Open Mic and Singer-Songwriter Competition programs, oversee marketing contractors, coordinate artist communications and execute contracts, provide.
• Lead marketing calendar and content generation, coordinating all electronic and print collateral including eblasts, website, social media, programs, flyers, ads, newsletters, and press releases.
• Oversee programming and lead on all local and regional bookings for the theater; curate open mic events, developer of Midwest Made summer concert series.
• Project leader for The Acorn’s Singer-Songwriter Competition.
• Organize an event calendar of 100+ events for the theater, including all ACPA shows and events, as well as outside producers and community partnerships.
• Manage Box Office Staff.

Three Oaks, Michigan, United States

• Lead all marketing initiatives, oversee marketing contractors, manage patron communications, provide show and event operations support, and drive the volunteer program.
• Lead marketing calendar and content generation, coordinating all electronic and print collateral including eblasts, website, social media, programs, flyers, ads, newsletters, and press releases.
• Manage Front of House during performances, overseeing theater or offsite event setup, reserved seat, parking, and signage execution, box office staff and volunteer assignments, and artist load out and site closure.
• Coordinate all aspects of Audience View ticketing system, including building shows, generating box office and event ticket reports, monitoring ticket sales and donations, tracking refunds-credits and reconciling cash.
• Manage and schedule people resources for all events, balancing Acorn staff and volunteers to deliver seamless artist and patron experiences.
• Work closely with the Executive Director, Committees, performing artists, promoters, and agents on strategy, programming details, and event financials.

Three Oaks, Michigan, United States

Provide show and event operations support, including Front of House and Box Office as well as patron communications and top notch customer service. Foster volunteer program including recruitment and organizing volunteer support to meet event needs.

A highly organized Creative offering an inspired approach to life: Social Media | Event Planning & Promo | Pleasing Spaces | Art & Music

Three Oaks, Michigan, United States

• Collaborated with Owner on exhibition planning, content, and execution.
• Provided creative input on gallery layout, installing and maintaining artwork across events.
• Leveraged a broad knowledge base of the artwork and artists shown in the gallery for excellent customer service; completed sales and managed detailed records.

• Consulted with the Director on Business Development, coordinated daily gallery operations, and managed photography and logistics staff to deliver on critical business initiatives for eCommerce ceramics gallery.
• Collaboratively developed exhibition plans, including content and themes, schedules, and artist logistics for weekly shows; led development of artist promotional materials.
• Created and maintained workflow to receive and prepare artist pieces for upcoming exhibitions, managing all relevant reminders and follow-up communications to more than 100 global artists.
• Managed gallery website, coordinating with photographer on exhibition content and layout; ensured accuracy of inventory listings and artist imagery through dynamic daily updates.
• Crafted creative and engaging social media posts, staging and taking accompanying photos as needed.
• Developed and managed a detailed social media calendar with 20-30 posts per week delivered to Facebook and Instagram accounts, growing followers by 27% in first 11 months to nearly 32,000.

St Joseph, Michigan, United States

• Developed all event and program plans, promote and execute events, and created inside and outside communications for a nonprofit multidisciplinary arts center providing artist studio space, performance stage and three.
• Directed all Box Factory programming including concerts, gallery exhibitions, artist events, films, theatre, classes and private events including development and execution, increasing events 2X from previous year.
• Effectively communicated with exhibiting artists, musicians, vendors and the Board to ensure program success.
• Developed press releases and represented The Box in multiple podcast appearances and radio interviews.
• Planned and executed engaging social media campaigns for all programs, classes and events; increased Facebook followers by 41% and Instagram by 116% in 18 months.
• Published monthly e-newsletter and quarterly member content; managed all community communications and maintained the Box Factory for the Arts website.

• Reading and At Risk Interventionist (Bridgman Public Schools): Planned and executed programs to address deficiencies for students performing below grade level.
• Fifth Grade Teacher, Short Term Contract (Eau Claire Public Schools): Assumed all responsibilities of the classroom teacher for a maternity leave absence, including all lesson plans, assessments, grade level and.
• Substitute Teacher (EduStaff, St. Joseph and Eau Claire Schools): Implemented lesson plans in both Special Education and General Education settings, across grade levels 1-5.
• Special Education Aide (St. Joseph Public Schools): Worked cooperatively with teachers and other professionals to provide a successful educational environment for students with special needs.

Managed and operated all areas of an online business, procuring mid-century items and reselling them for a profit. Drove all day-to-day operations, including photography, marketing, sales, budget management, customer service and timely packaging and shipping.

St Joseph, Michigan, United States

Created and implemented a safe, structured and fun program for youth, both at the YMCA and off-site in partnership with the City of St. Joseph. Built meaningful relationships with students and parents and maintained excellent communication between our program and the families it served. Provided effective leadership for Staff, along with interviewing job.