Resume
Education
2017 - 2021
Apparel Technologies diploma
Minneapolis College
Undergraduate training in Apparel Technologies; including comprehensive study of sewn-good manufacturing process from creative ideation, product development cycle, fabrication techniques and sustainability concerns and trends.
2009 - 2011
M.S. Arts Administration | Certificate in Fundraising Management
Boston University
Served as president and career development chair for Arts Administration Student Association; studied cultural policy and public art in London and Barcelona
2003-2007
B.A. Studio Art
Carleton College
Focused on drawing, sculpture and woodworking. Served as chair, senior gift committee; orientation leader; secretary, Carleton Student Association; reunion assistant; studied Maori and aboriginal arts and culture in New Zealand and Australia
Creative Skills
& Technical Expertise
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Machine sewing: operating industrial straight, zig-zag, overlock, knit and woven textile construction techniques, machine maintenance.
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Patternmaking: hand drafting methods and using CAD to draft, manipulate and adjust garment patterns for fit or style, grading for size and producing efficient cutting layouts for manufacturing. Trained in Optitex 2D and 3D, digitizing boards.
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Drawing: rough sketching, detailed drawing, and realistic portraiture. Adept with pencil/charcoal, ink, and Adobe Illustrator for technical flats.
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Visual design: producing accessible infographics for progressive educator training tools and general graphic design and branding across mediums. Adept with Adobe Creative Suite; Indesign, Illustrator, Photoshop, and utilizing Microsoft, Google, and web formats.
Work
Experience
2016 - 2020
Marketing & Operations Manager
EdVisions Inc.
St. Paul, MN
2014 - 2016
Alumni Relations Coordinator and Development Associate
MIT Media Lab
Cambridge, MA
2012 - 2014
Development Associate
Office of Philanthropic Partnerships
Massachusetts Institute of Technology
Cambridge, MA
2011 - 2012
Administrative Coordinator of Academic Services
MET College Dean's office
Boston University
Boston, MA
2009 - 2011
Bookkeeper
Boston's Best Realty
Boston, MA
2008 - 2009
Member Services Assistant
Minneapolis Institute of Arts
Minneapolis, MN
2007 - 2008