Agatha Roybal
Edgewood,NM
Summary
Innovative gallery professional with extensive experience in the art world. Demonstrated expertise in fabrication, sales, teaching, and exhibiting diverse art forms. Proven ability to create captivating and visually stunning pieces and exhibits that resonate with audiences. Adept at fostering strong relationships with clients, colleagues, and students to drive collaboration and achieve artistic excellence.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Jewelry Designer
Frippery
01.2020 - Current
- Owner/Operator of Frippery
- Jewelry design and fabrication, web photography, web design, graphic design, content entry, consumer-facing salesperson.
Administrator
Patina Gallery
01.2023 - 02.2024
- Tracked and managed over one million dollars of inventory using detailed record keeping, inventory management software, and point of sale software.
- Corresponded with artists about shipments, payments, and upcoming exhibits.
- Managed gallery supply inventory levels, ensuring adequate supplies were available while minimizing waste and unnecessary spending.
- Assisted with onboarding new team members. Streamlined office operations by implementing efficient administrative systems and procedures.
- Coordinated company events and meetings to foster teamwork and boost employee morale.
- Reduced overhead costs through careful budgeting management and resource allocation.
- Utilized various bill pay software to pay artists and vendors in a timely and efficient manner.
- Schedule and liaison any vendors providing maintenance and services to the gallery.
- Interfaced with insurance provider to ensure adequate coverage for all gallery operations.
- Customer support and relations.
- Sales.
- Domestic and international shipping of high value fine art and jewelry using a variety of shipping services and insurance providers.
- Handled sensitive internal and client financial information discreetly by maintaining strict confidentiality and PCI compliance at all times.
- Detailed painting of walls and pedestals with the changing of exhibitions.
Court Appointed Special Advocate
CASA of Monterey County
01.2021 - 01.2022
- Advocate for the rights of and monitor life of children in foster care, network with individuals in the child's life, report writing.
Nanny
Dr. Amanda Sanchez
01.2018 - 01.2019
- Nanny to four children, housekeeping, general household planning, transportation.
Baker, Cook, Sous Chef, and Housekeeper
Manzanares Creek Lodge
01.2016 - 01.2018
- Assist and lead in meal planning and preparation for small to large groups (upwards of 75-100), create unique and appetizing dining experiences (breakfast, lunch, dinner, and snacks), create one-of-a-kind desserts, provide excellent customer service, such as greeting guests, serving food and drinks, and attending to their needs (e.g., providing special dishes for those with dietary restrictions).
AmeriCorps Public Ally
The Court Youth Center
01.2011 - 01.2012
- Grant writing, curriculum design for after school programs, workshop instruction
- Research workshop topics and design classes for youth and adults.
Docent, Exhibit Tech & Studio Tech
Las Cruces Museum of Art and The Branigan Cultural Center
01.2008 - 01.2012
- Research artists and exhibits to convey knowledge to public through guided tours
- Maintain studio/equipment, assist with the instruction of students, and assist with the installation/curation of exhibits.
AmeriCorps Member Artist
Alma de Arte Charter High School in conjunction with The Court Youth Center
01.2010 - 01.2011
- Curriculum design and instruction in: art history, body adornment/jewelry, and ceramics
- Integrate art into core curriculum subjects.
Construction Worker
Pecos Trail Contractors
01.2009 - 01.2010
- Assist in general construction, painting, commuting for product acquisition.
Education
Bachelor's of Fine Arts - Metalsmithing and Jewelry Design
New Mexico State University
Las Cruces, NMFigure Sculpting Workshop -
Penland School of Crafts
Asheville, NCSkills
- Art installation
- Exhibit curation
- Customer service
- Microsoft Office
- Adobe Photoshop
- Web design
- Graphic design
- WordPress
- Shopify
- Content entry
- Sales
- Bookkeeping
Publications
500 Silver Jewelry Designs, Contributing Artist, Lark Books, 2011, 150
Timeline
Administrator
Patina Gallery
01.2023 - 02.2024
Court Appointed Special Advocate
CASA of Monterey County
01.2021 - 01.2022
Jewelry Designer
Frippery
01.2020 - Current
Nanny
Dr. Amanda Sanchez
01.2018 - 01.2019
Baker, Cook, Sous Chef, and Housekeeper
Manzanares Creek Lodge
01.2016 - 01.2018
AmeriCorps Public Ally
The Court Youth Center
01.2011 - 01.2012
AmeriCorps Member Artist
Alma de Arte Charter High School in conjunction with The Court Youth Center
01.2010 - 01.2011
Construction Worker
Pecos Trail Contractors
01.2009 - 01.2010
Docent, Exhibit Tech & Studio Tech
Las Cruces Museum of Art and The Branigan Cultural Center
01.2008 - 01.2012
Bachelor's of Fine Arts - Metalsmithing and Jewelry Design
New Mexico State University
Figure Sculpting Workshop -
Penland School of Crafts
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