Nicholas R. Email & Phone Number

Cleveland, Oh, Us

This fast-paced role sees me project managing the production of Netflix Jr. Magazine as part of the Kids & Family, Editorial and Publishing team - the newly launched print and digital magazine for preschoolers. My position consists of organizing and collaborating with all stakeholders, coordinating the work of the publishing, design and production teams, routing internal/external feedback and correspondence, as well as effectively relaying creative input and style guidance to partners.• Brought the project up to date, established a timeline and deliverables cadence, and kicked off digital production needs with vendors as well as internal/external resources.• Built an array of processes to maintain tight overlapping website, social, print and publishing timelines, and organized digital and print assets for cross-functional use.• Forged productive ongoing relationships with all internal stakeholders and third-party vendors, and fostered a supportive environment.• Worked with publicity, audience leads and content teams to ensure required assets were set for launching each issue.• Managed the Netflix Jr. Magazine customer support platform – including ongoing maintenance of user information and crafting responses to email inquiries.• Prioritized Netflix Jr. Magazine’s commitment to sustainable printing and mailing practices and worked closely with Netflix’s sustainability team to incorporate tips for families into the magazine.• Sourced and managed approval chains for creative assets and deliverables and worked with external design teams to apply feedback.

United States

• Oversaw and coordinated day-to-day activities to support the success of the NY State visual arts program consisting of 80-100 pre-college art students.• Provided dynamic and comprehensive leadership to a roster of 10-12 faculty members each season.• Defined and implemented effective policies, processes, standards, and best practices.• Encouraged staff members to spearhead professional growth opportunities.• Managed, planned, and allocated the program’s spending budget.• Updated and maintained the visiting artist roster, program calendar, art curricula, and student exhibitions.• Ensured that the program directly aligned with the artistic vision of the Artistic Director.• Fostered a collaborative environment by recruiting, hiring, and overseeing 20-25 staff members and teaching assistants.

Al-Riyadh Governorate, Saudi Arabia

• Maintained responsibility for overseeing the Study Abroad Office supporting 100+ scholarship students seeking graduate admissions in the United States.• Charted the successful development and implementation of streamlined systems for managing scholarship records and applications and conducting workshops.• Drove continuous improvement across the HR department through impactful cultural programming, advising, and day-to-day operational support.• Leveraged strong interpersonal and communication skills to cultivate a teamwork-centric culture among IPA staff and maintain strategic partnerships with US-based organizations.• Conducted reviews of Ph.D. proposals and liaised with USA universities to support graduate admissions.• Supported the development of the new Study Abroad department by creating a study abroad handbook,supporting ESL skills improvement, orchestrating specialized workshops, and establishing organizational systems.• Coordinated staff trainings, partnerships, and cultural programs as a cultural advisor for HRD senior management.• Aligned objectives and bridged communications with service providers and public sector institutes, such as USA universities and the USA embassy and consulate.• Liaised with cross-functional teams and partners to execute successful workshops, seminars, and professional development programs focused on enhancing employable skills.• Ensured accuracy while editing and proofreading documents, interviews, and correspondence for seniorleadership.

United States

Taught Courses: Life Drawing, Drawing I, Painting I, Sculpture I, Sculpture II, Senior Thesis

United States

Taught Drawing I for the college program for incarcerated women seeking degrees in higher education at Bedford Hills Women's Correctional Facility.

Dominican Republic

New York, United States

Designed and taught the course: Art & Culture: New York City

United States

Designed and implemented arts program for teen students in the areas of visual arts, music, dance, and theater; worked directly with the CEO to uphold organization’s vision. Obtained approval for proposed curriculum and program design. Facilitated teamwork and collaboration among faculty and staff. Ensured overall wellness and safety of students. Key Contributions: Designed, marketed and implemented a summer arts intensive program for teens in Harlem, NY Recruited, hired and supervised a staff of 20 instructors and counselors Communicated directly with parents regarding scheduling logistics, student behavior, and progress Controlled and managed budget, programming, course design, and visiting artist roster

Master'S Degree

Bachelor'S Degree, Fine/Studio Arts, General

Activities and Societies: Minor, Music Business