ALEXA EDEN BROWN
Bedford
Summary
Versatile creative leader and educator with a passion for fostering collaboration, growth, and artistic confidence. Known for a generous and empathic approach that helps individuals feel seen, supported, and inspired to create their best work. Combines a strong foundation in visual arts education with professional design and art direction experience, guiding projects from concept to execution with clarity and purpose. Dedicated to building inclusive creative environments where ideas flourish, stories are expressed with authenticity, and art connects meaningfully with its audience.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Creative Director
GLAVE (ELMS)
Cleveland, OH
10.2025 - Current
- Provided leadership at brainstorming sessions, encouraging collaboration among team members.
- Analyzed competitors' campaigns and developed actionable insights to inform future projects.
- Facilitated meetings with design team members to review progress on projects and provide feedback on designs.
- Implemented processes for streamlining workflow efficiency and maximizing productivity.
Visual Arts Instructor
Gilmour Academy
Gates Mills, OH
07.2021 - Current
- Developed curriculum as pertains to 2D and 3D fundamentals, digital and graphic arts, painting, drawing, printmaking, clay work, sculpture, and theatrical set design.
- Mentored artists through concept-to-execution creative processes, providing art direction and critique aligned with professional standards.
- Managed studio operations, including budgeting, materials sourcing, and production timelines.
- Led cross-departmental collaborations to integrate visual storytelling into school communications and events.
Summer Camp Program Developer & Instructor
Gilmour Academy
Cleveland, OH
06.2024 - 08.2025
- Designed art courses to increase student enrollment in summer camp programs
- Collaborated with other staff members to coordinate programs activities
- Created lesson plans that incorporated a variety of instructional techniques such as hands-on activities, lectures, demonstrations, simulations, and multimedia presentations.
Creative Arts Instructor
Solon Center for the Arts
Solon, OH
03.2021 - 08.2022
- Directed multi-generational creative workshops focused on visual experimentation and material innovation.
- Developed project-based curricula emphasizing conceptual design, composition, and personal voice.
- Presented demonstrations modeled after industry studio practice, emphasizing technique, storytelling, and aesthetics.
K-8 Visual Arts Educator
St. Rita Catholic School
Solon, OH
07.2021 - 07.2022
- Encouraged creativity through the use of diverse techniques, styles, and mediums for elementary and middle school students.
- Conducted classroom demonstrations to illustrate artistic concepts and techniques.
- Created lesson plans that integrated visual arts into other subject areas such as language arts or history.
- Evaluated student work to provide feedback on progress or areas needing improvement.
Creative Literacy Facilitator
Institute of Reading Development
Cleveland & Cincinnati, Ohio
04.2017 - 01.2021
- Implemented visual storytelling techniques to enhance reading comprehension and engagement.
- Directed hybrid (in-person/virtual) creative literacy sessions emphasizing flow, structure, and narrative imagery.
- Maintained consistent parent interaction, monitoring of student work, and management of reading materials.
K-8 Visual Arts Educator
CPS - Herzl School of Excellence (AUSL Turnaround Arts School)
Chicago, Illinois
08.2018 - 02.2020
- Educated scholars on key arts concepts and techniques following the Illinois Visual Arts Standards, while incorporating cultural components to engage students in choice learning.
- Lead a wide range of before- and after-school enrichment opportunities for students including: Turnaround Arts Committee (Holiday Family Party, Family Literacy Night, etc.)
- Directed student creative teams in collaborative design projects, fostering leadership and cross-media skills.
Creative Arts & Specials Instructor
Summit Academies - Elementary School for Alternative Learners
Middletown, Ohio
08.2017 - 06.2018
- Developed and directed integrated creative programs blending art, movement, and social design to support holistic learning.
- Managed curriculum innovation emphasizing design-thinking and self-expression through visual media.
Resident Assistant
Office of Residence Life
Oxford, OH
08.2014 - 05.2016
- Engaged in personal resident interaction to cultivate academic, social, and personal growth.
- Managed event programming, budgets, and creative logistics for a community of 125 residents.
- Designed and produced visual campaigns for student engagement initiatives and residence life branding.
Summer Camp Counselor
Camp Happiness, Catholic Diocese of Cleveland
Wickliffe, OH
06.2013 - 08.2015
- Supervised children with physical and cognitive disabilities at camp and on field trips/group outings.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Art Education & Theatre
Miami University
Oxford, OHSkills
- Art Direction & Visual Strategy
- Project & Exhibit Management
- Digital & Traditional Media
- Visual Communication
- Critique Facilitation
- Event Branding & Promotion
- Adobe Creative Suite
- Creative Team Leadership
- Curriculum & Program Design
- Inclusive Design Practices
Certification
- 4-Year Resident Educator License (Multi-Age, P–12) – Valid through 2026
- 4-Year Pupil Activity Permit – Valid through 2026
- Ohio Permanent Non-Tax Certificate – Valid through 2500
Timeline
Creative Director
GLAVE (ELMS)
10.2025 - Current
Summer Camp Program Developer & Instructor
Gilmour Academy
06.2024 - 08.2025
Visual Arts Instructor
Gilmour Academy
07.2021 - Current
K-8 Visual Arts Educator
St. Rita Catholic School
07.2021 - 07.2022
Creative Arts Instructor
Solon Center for the Arts
03.2021 - 08.2022
K-8 Visual Arts Educator
CPS - Herzl School of Excellence (AUSL Turnaround Arts School)
08.2018 - 02.2020
Creative Arts & Specials Instructor
Summit Academies - Elementary School for Alternative Learners
08.2017 - 06.2018
Creative Literacy Facilitator
Institute of Reading Development
04.2017 - 01.2021
Resident Assistant
Office of Residence Life
08.2014 - 05.2016
Summer Camp Counselor
Camp Happiness, Catholic Diocese of Cleveland
06.2013 - 08.2015
Bachelor of Science - Art Education & Theatre
Miami University
Coaching
- Girls Basketball, Gilmour Academy, 2024-present
- Girls Softball, Gilmour Academy, 2023-present
- Boys Baseball, Herzl School of Excellence in 2018-2019