Arely Villegas
Los Angeles,CA
Summary
Experienced art history enthusiast with over a decade of hands-on experience and a true passion for the field. Dedicated to creating and running a successful small business, I recently returned to school to obtain a formal education in Art History. Seeking an art history-driven job where I can apply my extensive knowledge and skills.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Co-Owner
Los Originales Tacos Arabes de Puebla
Los Angeles, CA
02.2012 - Current
- Assisted in the development of a business plan to outline short and long-term goals for the small business.
- Conducted market research to identify potential customers, competitors and industry trends.
- Developed financial models to project cash flow and profitability.
- Created marketing campaigns to promote products or services.
- Negotiated contracts with vendors, suppliers and other partners.
- Researched new technologies that could improve operational efficiency.
Writer
Art Slant Los Angeles
Los Angeles, CA
02.2012 - 02.2013
- Generated ideas for blog posts.
- Consisting of art show reviews and interviews with local art professionals.
- Worked under the editor, Andrew Berardini.
Guest Writer
LAist
Los Angeles, CA
01.2011 - 01.2012
- Developed and wrote content for guest blog posts on various art-related topics.
- Researched industry art trends, news, and local art exhibitions.
- Wrote both long and short-format blog posts.
Intern
Emma Gray HQ
Los Angeles, CA
01.2011 - 09.2011
- Served as Emma Gray's intern and gallery assistant in her then Culver City location.
- My main objectives were gallery sitting, greeting visitors to the gallery, and providing an overview of the current exhibition with visitors.
- Developed writing and editing for exhibition and special event press releases.
Research Assistant
California African American Museum
LOS ANGELES, CA
02.2011 - 03.2011
- Assisted curator, Mar Hollingsworth, with research at UDLAP (Universidad de Las Americas) in Puebla, Mexico. Researched the Mexican artist, Miguel Covarrubias, for the exhibition 'The African Diaspora in the Art of Miguel Covarrubias: Driven By Color, Shaped By Cultures'.
- Conducted primary and secondary research to identify relevant information for the development of the exhibition under the instruction of curator, Mar Hollingsworth.
Intern
Kathryn Brennan Art Gallery
Los Angeles, CA
08.2010 - 10.2010
- Collaborated with team members to create a comprehensive social media strategy.
- Created content for website pages, blog posts, and other online platforms.
- Provided administrative support by completing tasks such as filing documents and scheduling meetings.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Art History
California State Polytechnic University, Pomona
Pomona, CA05-2024
Associate of Arts - Art History
Pasadena City College
Pasadena, CA06-2020
Skills
- Business Growth
- Small business operations
- Marketing expertise
- Researching Art History
- Visual Arts Writing
- Experienced with Microsoft Office Suite
- Bilingual Proficiency in Spanish and English
- Skilled in Mac Applications
- Experience in Academic Library Archives
Languages
English
Professional
Spanish
Professional
Certification
- Watts Towers Art Center Photography Award, 2007
Accomplishments
- USC Bridges to Business Program Co-hort, 2022
- LISC Leveraging Real Estate Co-hort, 2024
Timeline
Co-Owner
Los Originales Tacos Arabes de Puebla
02.2012 - Current
Writer
Art Slant Los Angeles
02.2012 - 02.2013
Research Assistant
California African American Museum
02.2011 - 03.2011
Guest Writer
LAist
01.2011 - 01.2012
Intern
Emma Gray HQ
01.2011 - 09.2011
Intern
Kathryn Brennan Art Gallery
08.2010 - 10.2010
- Watts Towers Art Center Photography Award, 2007
Bachelor of Arts - Art History
California State Polytechnic University, Pomona
Associate of Arts - Art History
Pasadena City College
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