Assistant Marketing
Resume:
ALEXANDRA ERIN GIBSON
WEBSITE
alexandreagibson.weebly.com
MOBILE
Over the past half decade, I have experienced growth not only as a scholar but also as an artistic visionary and a leader. My
acn6il@r.postjobfree.com pursuit for a fulfilling career position has unearthed numerous opportunities to explore unique, captivating avenues in
visual arts as well as business marketing. I am equipped with a diverse, unabridged creative design skill set to facilitate
CURRENT LOCATION executing any assignment given to me. Prior work experience has strengthened my use of creativity through marketing
Costa Mesa, California initiatives while maturing my leadership skills of managing multiple tasks as well as individuals.
EXPERIENCE
• Graphic Design Assistant
Light House Studio Organization
-Design needed ads, collateral materials, and any other projects as needed for use on multiple media platforms.
Charlottesville, VA 2014
-Serve as internal expert on database marketing and analysis, interactive technology, and advertising design.
-Plan, create, manage and execute email and social media marketing campaigns for all events.
• Monitors Online Ticket Sales/ Box Office Assistant
• Supervises Event including the oversight and management of Volunteer services
Studio Assistant
Plow & Hearth VivaTerra
• Assistant for Stevens Design
Madison, VA 2012 - Present
• Assistant for Paul Whicheloe Photography
• Head Stylist Assistant
• Head Photographer Assistant
-Lead innovation in workflow and technology, and support the implementation of new ideas.
-Partner with Merchandise Coordinators, Producers, Stylists, Assistant Stylists and Art Directors to
ensure efficient workflow, and the highest quality images.
-Maintain studio photographic supplies, and equipment and research and report on new technology
-Work with the creative team concerning creative directives
• Assistant Manager for the Prince Michel Winery at Carter Mountain
Prince Michel Winery & Vineyard
• Assisted event planning
Charlottesville, VA 2010 - 2011
• Conducting wine tastings
- Educate; entertain; promote our wines and gifts and the region in general
- Maintenance of bar
• Tasting Room upkeep
- Maintain wine inventory on floor and in upstairs back stock
- Assist with maintaining non-wine merchandise inventory on floor
• Wine and gift sales
EDUCATION
BFA - Bachelor of Fine Arts
Radford University
- Concentration in Drawing
Radford, VA Class of 2014
- Other interests: Design, Painting, Photography
Associates Degree in Marketing
- Interests in: Advertising, Marketing, Professional Selling, Creative Marketing
ACCOLADES
SKILLS
ARTISTIC
2014 Art Showcase for Senior Exhibition
• Figure, Portrait & Abstract Drawing
Displayed at the Radford University Museum Gallery
• Painting Oil, Acrylic, & Watercolor
2013
• Graphic Arts & Typography Displayed Artwork in the Student Juried Show
• Photography Radford University Museum Gallery
2010 Senior Photo Editor The Covenant School
2007 - 2008
COMPUTER DESIGN Artwork Displayed in the Exhibition of Student Artists
UVA Art Museum
• Adobe Suite
- Photoshop, Illustrator, & InDesign
• Email Campaigns
• HTML Web Design
• Social Media Pinterest, Facebook, & Instagram
A long time ago in a town far far away…
There lived a young girl (me) nestled between the quiet foothills of Virginia, just beyond the Charlottesville
city limits. This tale begins with my childhood survival on the farm, just your typical southern girl trudging her way
through the blistering winds of yet another December winter storm, just before dawn breaks. I was maybe five or six
years old, dragging behind me a shovel nearly twice my size to help break apart the already formed ice in the
horse’s water troughs. Fast forward to the spring as I’m helping maintain pastures that go on for miles, a seemingly
impossible task for a family of only four. As one can tell, farm life is not for the weak. It requires long hours of
agonizing stress on both the mind and body. And this was the daily routine of my childhood - work until all the
chores are completed or until it was dark outside; rest was merely a luxury.
Years pass, and the life I had once known began to change abruptly. Disagreements turned into arguments,
arguments caused fights, and those fights ultimately resulted in disgust and hatred between my mother and father.
My one family then became two, leaving a distressing scar that only time could truly heal. Life tests us in many
unique forms to reveal our true potential; perhaps this breaking point revealed my true potential and allowed me to
carry on despite being challenged in such a manner. And so I persevered.
It was at this stage in my adolescent life that I learned the true meaning of “what doesn't kill you makes you
stronger.”
On some days reality was simply far too overwhelming, so I escaped into the one world that I could creatively
control… my drawings. Armed with my sketchbook I was now equipped with a weapon capable of solving everyday
challenges; I had found my personal slice of paradise, and I liked it. Then unearthed my true inner strength and
passion, my imagination. So often I can get lost in my sketchbook; I feel that it’s within these moments that I gain
valuable perspective on my life. Yet life’s greatest experiences make for the best exercise in true creativity. So as I
grew older, I traveled across the oceans and lands, to faraway countries and even to the deepest depths of the sea.
Not only did this strengthen my creativity and inspiration, but it also showed me how we all play integral roles to the
overall mission and success of the world.
Carrying these life lessons with me, I decided to further my education by attending college (majoring in art of
course). This was the stage in my life where I learned about myself as a woman while refining raw talent into artistic
professionalism. Anxious to learn, I took a wide range of courses, from simplistic drawing to creative marketing. This
array of classes helped me to understand varying levels of artistry and business skills. I realized that the two sections
of my brain are much stronger when used in combination with one another.
Figuring out who I am and what I want to accomplish hasn't come as easily to me as it may have to others.
While I can confidently state there has never been a moment where I didn't think of myself as an artist, I am also very
aware that in many ways I am different than most. Having made this realization has gained me a higher level of
understanding and inner perspective - being ‘different’ now serves as my motivational edge to stand out from the
herd.
I take this same approach into the pursuit of a fulfilling career opportunity. I’ve discovered that I love to be
actively involved in collaborative projects, yet can also excel as an independent thinker. I am just as much of a team
player as I am a leader and can fit in either role comfortably and with ease. I refuse to allow obstacles to slow me
down; my relentless determination ensures all tasks be executed accurately and promptly. I can be quick on my feet,
pay attention to small details, and maintain my composure in stressful situations.
While the world is filled with countless wonders, I too want my life to be an invigorating adventure. An
adventure that can both facilitate continued growth and success while allowing me to leave my artistic mark on your
organization.
Sincerely,
Alexandra Gibson
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