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Alex Loops

Pittsboro,NC

Summary

Results-driven art consulting professional with 9+ years of experience spearheading strategic support and team leadership. Leveraging a unique blend of art consulting and project management expertise to bring a nuanced and strategic approach to team leadership, consistently exceeding VAR and profit margin targets year-over-year. Adept at cultivating strong client relationships and fostering a highly collaborative, results-oriented team environment.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience

Work History

Director of Art Consulting/Business Manager

Kalisher
Durham, NC
12.2019 - Current
  • Mentored and coached a team of nine art consultants on project and client management strategies.
  • Conducted performance reviews and tailored development plans for team members, directly contributing to employee growth and the achievement of Kalisher's strategic goals.
  • Orchestrated cross-functional collaboration between studio artists, curation, manufacturing, business development, finance, and project management teams, ensuring efficient project execution.
  • Proactively resolved complex project challenges for the art consulting team, consistently delivering projects on time and within budget.
  • Facilitated weekly L10 team meetings that drove collaboration and progress toward departmental objectives.
  • Designed and implemented client communication training programs, including one-on-one coaching and group sessions, resulting in improved client satisfaction and retention.
  • Partnered with senior leadership to define and execute strategic initiatives, directly contributing to exceeding company revenue and profit targets.

Art Consultant

Kalisher
Carrboro, NC
06.2017 - 12.2019

Assisted clients in selecting appropriate pieces based on budget, space availability, and personal taste.

Senior Project Manager

Kalisher
Carrboro, NC
04.2015 - 06.2017

Led cross-functional teams in planning, executing, and finalizing projects according to strict deadlines and within budget.

Owner/Filmmaker

Thrown Stone Films
Chapel Hill, NC
01.2012 - 03.2015
  • Spearheaded all aspects of music video production, from concept development and proposal writing to crew hiring, location scouting, equipment rentals, and post-production.
  • Served as a Content Producer for a record label at SXSW, managing logistics, equipment, and content creation, including recording artist performances and interviews.

Education

B.A. - Film Studies

University of North Carolina
01.2009

B.F.A - Creative Writing, English

01.2009

Volunteer

Community in Schools of North Carolina (Chatham County)

  • Served on the Board of Directors from 2020-2023 for CISNC, a national non-profit organization with the goal of surrounding students with a network of support and empowering them to stay in school and achieve in life.
  • Served as Committee Chair for Resource Development Committee

Timeline

Director of Art Consulting/Business Manager

Kalisher
12.2019 - Current

Art Consultant

Kalisher
06.2017 - 12.2019

Senior Project Manager

Kalisher
04.2015 - 06.2017

Owner/Filmmaker

Thrown Stone Films
01.2012 - 03.2015

B.A. - Film Studies

University of North Carolina

B.F.A - Creative Writing, English

Alex Loops