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Alanna Gibson

Columbus,OH
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Alanna Gibson

Summary

Talented professional adept at project tracking and workshop facilitation. Considered knowledgeable leader and dedicated problem solver. Brings years of valuable expertise to forward company objectives. Recognized for outstanding interpersonal skills and effective negotiation of third-party contracts. Attentive to detail with experience in coordinating projects, programs and improvements.

Overview

13
years of professional experience
1
Certification

Work History

The People's Circus

Project Manager
10.2021 - Current

Job overview

  • Identified plans and resources required to meet project goals and objectives.
  • Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
  • Negotiated and managed third-party contracts related to project deliverables.
  • Coordinated with cross-functional teams to resolve project issues and mitigate risks.
  • Maintained open communication by presenting regular updates on project status to customers.
  • Tracked project and team member performance closely to quickly intervene in mistakes or delays.
  • Facilitated workshops to collect project requirements and user feedback.
  • Recruited and oversaw personnel to achieve performance.

Freelance

Product Specialist
06.2013 - Current

Job overview

  • Logged phone numbers and email addresses to contact customers for follow-ups.
  • Researched product's technical specifications and accurately communicated information.
  • Trained and provided coaching to junior team members.
  • Assisted with demonstrations for to showcase functionality.
  • Generated reports to track performance and analyze trends.
  • Responded to customer inquiries and provided technical assistance over phone and in person.

William H. Thomas Gallery

Curator
10.2020 - 04.2022

Job overview

  • Networked at creative events to identify new talent and artistic works in local areas.
  • Proven ability to develop and implement creative solutions to complex problems.
  • Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
  • Procured talented individuals and artists for shows

Equivita

Assistant Office Manager
09.2015 - 01.2019

Job overview

  • Recorded expenses and maintained accounting records.
  • Transferred and directed communications, guests, and mail to correct staff members.
  • Kept front office clean and well-organized to keep areas presentable for guests and maximize professional appeal.
  • Monitored front areas so that questions could be promptly addressed.
  • Improved customer satisfaction scores through application of superior conflict resolution and problem-solving skills.
  • Organized spaces, materials and catering support for internal and client-focused meetings.

Fortis College

Student Success Coordinator
07.2015 - 09.2016

Job overview

  • Cultivated engaged student population with successful orientation programs.
  • Coordinated and supervised academic advising activities.
  • Developed and implemented student success initiatives to recognize and encourage achievement.
  • Adaptable and proficient in learning new concepts quickly and efficiently.

University of Dayton

Lecturer in English
08.2012 - 06.2014

Job overview

  • Taught English language to first year students in undergraduate classroom setting.
  • Designed and developed instructional activities using data from student learning style assessments.
  • Employed diverse teaching approaches to help students of all abilities understand material.
  • Sourced optimal curricula and developed lesson plans to fully cover target material for each course.
  • Developed interesting lectures and educational activities to maximize learning within classroom.
  • Encouraged participation by maintaining positive attitude and proactively engaging students in activities and lessons.
  • Initiated, facilitated and moderated classroom discussions for college-level English students.

Education

University of Dayton
Dayton, OH

Master of Arts from English
05-2014

University Overview

  • Graduate Assistantship Scholarship Recipient
  • Sigma Tau Delta Member
  • Thesis: Salome: Reviving The Dark Lady

Alfred University
Alfred

Bachelor of Arts from English
12-2011

University Overview

  • Alpha Phi Omega Member
  • Professional Development: Emergency Medical Technician Certification
  • Extracurricular Activities: Dance Theatre; Fashion Forward; Rescue Squad
  • Alfred University Rescue Squad Member

Skills

  • Project tracking
  • Feasibility analysis
  • Systems implementation
  • Event coordination
  • Proposal writing
  • Course design

  • Public relations
  • Outstanding interpersonal skills
  • Workshop facilitation
  • Policy and procedure modification
  • Gallery and exhibit preparation

Accomplishments

  • Collaborated with Opera Columbus to produce The Temple: An Immersive Magic Flute Experience (2024) resulting in 5/6 soldout performances.
  • Resolved talent availability and access issue through systems development.
  • Recognized by The State of Ohio House of Representatives for community service, 2017.

Affiliations

  • Center for Science and Innovation
  • Zora's House

Certification

  • Nonprofit Board Governance Training - 2025

Languages

English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Limited Working
Arabic
Elementary
Chinese (Mandarin)
Elementary

Timeline

Project Manager

The People's Circus
10.2021 - Current

Curator

William H. Thomas Gallery
10.2020 - 04.2022

Assistant Office Manager

Equivita
09.2015 - 01.2019

Student Success Coordinator

Fortis College
07.2015 - 09.2016

Product Specialist

Freelance
06.2013 - Current

Lecturer in English

University of Dayton
08.2012 - 06.2014

University of Dayton

Master of Arts from English

Alfred University

Bachelor of Arts from English
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Work Preference

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Contract WorkPart TimeFull Time

Work Location

RemoteHybrid

Important To Me

Work-life balanceFlexible work hoursPaid time offHealthcare benefitsWork from home optionCompany CulturePersonal development programsPaid sick leave4-day work weekCareer advancementTeam Building / Company RetreatsStock Options / Equity / Profit Sharing

Software

Canva

Trello

Slack

Adobe Suite

Microsoft Office

Wordpress

Proton Mail

Interests

The Arts

Systems

Creating Wonder

Education