Kristen Thomas

Project Manager - DAC Hospitality

Atlanta, GA

acqy2z@r.postjobfree.com - 678-***-****

I am seeking a position that will allow me to utilize my combined education, experience and appreciation of art and art history. I possess a strong knowledge base in art history and museum standards as well as exemplary skills in internet research. WORK EXPERIENCE

Project Manager

DAC Hospitality - Atlanta, GA - August 2012 to Present Assisted with the coordination of all phases of project management for multiple projects. Coordinated art reproduction, printing, and framing for final review. Responsible for composition, cataloging and assembly of art books for client's review. Composed artist selections for designers.

Marked accessories for various design firm

Liaised and negotiated with subcontractors and third party billing coordinators. Coordinate shipping for large quantity art projects. Contacted Artists and built relationships for future projects

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Intern

Quinlan Art Museum - Gainesville, GA - September 2011 to May 2012 Installed artwork for museum displays and visiting artist's exhibition. Maintained donor and member database.

Assisted in event planning and preparation.

Managed event and membership correspondence, mailings and newsletters. Archiving and Numbering various collections.

Condition reports on individual pieces.

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Intern

APEX Museum - Atlanta, GA - June 2010 to August 2011 Served as head curator for featured artist exhibit, wrote catalog essay and exhibit descriptions. Created and designed advertising for art shows and events. Assisted with the coordination of fund raising events and gift shop management. Created original artwork for brochures, posters and memorabilia for various special events. Coordinated with artists while installing artwork for final public presentation. Welcomed guests to the museum, provided information and led tours.

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Brenau University - Gainesville, GA - August 2009 to May 2010 Conducted tours and presentations for visitors

Updated membership database

Assisted with art show preparations, catering, venue setup, invitations and vendor coordination Uncrated, inventoried, and prepared artwork for display Documented and reviewed artwork for entry into PastPerfect Museum Software Database Installed and maintained ongoing exhibitions

Collections and Risks Management

Designed the lobby and reception space

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EDUCATION

Bachelor in Fine Arts

Brenau University - Gainesville, GA

2012

Fine Arts, Art History

Collins Hill High School - Suwanee, GA

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

SKILLS:

Extensive PC and MAC skills

Microsoft Office Suite

Adobe Photoshop

Adobe Illustrator CS3

Photography, photo processing, digital imaging

Museum Registration Methods

Decorating Methods

Concept Methods

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GROUPS AND ASSOCIATIONS:

High Museum Young Professionals Member

Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority

Tau Sigma Dance Fraternity

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