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Brittany Snow

American Fork,UT

Summary

  • Directed vision health outreach for a statewide nonprofit, building community partnerships and delivering impactful care through free comprehensive vision exams.
  • Designed data-informed strategies for outreach, public education, and volunteer engagement in underserved areas.
  • Built and managed a scalable volunteer training system to support clinical teams across Utah.
  • Championed accessibility in public programs, from vision care to historical education.
  • Blended leadership, logistics, and fieldwork to drive mission-based results in nonprofit spaces.
  • Helped develop a GPS-based historic walking tour app, combining storytelling, photography, and research to make local history interactive.
  • Operated a successful photography business since 2007, known for creating vibrant family and portrait imagery with a client-first approach.
  • Progressed from entry-level to supervisor over a decade at Thanksgiving Point, leading cross-functional teams in events, admissions, and retail.
  • Applied anthropological training in public communication, ethnographic research, and cultural preservation in real-world community settings.

Overview

21
21
years of professional experience

Work History

Vision Clinic and Outreach Director

Friends for Sight
12.2023 - Current
  • Direct both clinical and outreach operations for a statewide nonprofit focused on vision health and prevention.
  • Oversee free vision screening programs across Utah, coordinating logistics, staffing, equipment, and volunteer training.
  • Build partnerships with schools, community organizations, and healthcare providers to expand access to vision care.
  • Manage clinical protocols for screenings and referrals, ensuring accuracy and consistency in service delivery.
  • Lead public education campaigns and represent the organization at community events and media engagements.
  • Develop data-driven strategies for program growth, grant reporting, and long-term impact measurement.

Historic Preservation Board Sitting Chair

American Fork City
09.2021 - Current
  • Serve on the Historic Preservation Board as chair to identify, preserve, and advocate for historically significant properties in American Fork.
  • Spearheaded the creation of a local historical society from the ground up to support community engagement and education.
  • Designed and implemented a community-focused archival system to collect, digitize, and preserve historical records and photographs.
  • Collaborate with city officials, state historical architects, and residents on preservation planning and grant funding.
  • Review demolition proposals and evaluate structures for historical significance using local, state, and federal resources.

Owner & Photographer

Brittany Snow Photography
01.2007 - Current
  • Operate a successful freelance photography business specializing in family, wedding, and portrait photography.
  • Build rapport with clients to create a relaxed, enjoyable session environment for authentic, vibrant imagery.
  • Manage all aspects of the business including client communications, booking, marketing, editing, and photo delivery.

Optician & Optometric Technician

Valley View Vision
06.2013 - 06.2019
  • Conducted pre-screenings and provided technical support during eye exams.
  • Assisted patients in understanding prescriptions, choosing lenses, and adjusting frames.
  • Scheduled appointments, handled insurance billing and coding, and coordinated referrals to specialists.
  • Maintained strong relationships with labs and staff to ensure efficient clinic operations.

Retail Supervisor & Team Member

Thanksgiving Point
01.2004 - 01.2014
  • Progressed through various roles in café service, museum admissions, events, and Emporium retail supervision.
  • Led tours of the Museum of Ancient Life, provided customer support, and promoted membership sales.
  • Supervised retail operations including scheduling, inventory, merchandising, and closing procedures.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Anthropology

University of Utah
Salt Lake City, UT
12.2022

Associate Degree - General Studies

Salt Lake Community College
Salt Lake City, UT
12.2016

Cosmetology -

MATC
American Fork, UT
06.2007

Skills

  • Nonprofit experience
  • Public relations
  • Community engagement
  • Communications strategies
  • Staff management
  • Multicultural sensitivity
  • Event management
  • Volunteer management
  • Communications management
  • Partnership development
  • Event coordination
  • Campaign management
  • Event organization
  • Stakeholder management
  • Strategic field outreach planning
  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • Problem-solving
  • Time management
  • Attention to detail

Accomplishments

SightFest School District Expansion

Friends for Sight – 2023 to Present

  • Spearheaded a strategic initiative to expand Friends for Sight’s SightFest program into four additional Utah school districts, focusing on underserved and rural communities.
  • Coordinated high-volume on-site vision screening events, providing free exams and glasses to hundreds of students per district.
  • Built strong partnerships with school administrators, nurses, and local sponsors to ensure event success and long-term district engagement.
  • Developed district-specific logistics, including staffing, volunteer training, equipment transportation, and event scheduling.
  • Collected and analyzed impact data to evaluate effectiveness, support grant reporting, and inform future program scaling.

Growth Impact (One-Year Overview)

  • SightFest Events: Increased from 3 events per year to 6 events—100% growth
  • Eye Exams Administered: Grew from 700 exams to 1,100 exams annually. 57% increase in students receiving vision exams.
  • Glasses Distributed: Doubled from 700 to 1,400 pairs of glasses 100% increase in vision correction provided.

Timeline

Vision Clinic and Outreach Director

Friends for Sight
12.2023 - Current

Historic Preservation Board Sitting Chair

American Fork City
09.2021 - Current

Optician & Optometric Technician

Valley View Vision
06.2013 - 06.2019

Owner & Photographer

Brittany Snow Photography
01.2007 - Current

Retail Supervisor & Team Member

Thanksgiving Point
01.2004 - 01.2014

Bachelor of Science - Anthropology

University of Utah

Associate Degree - General Studies

Salt Lake Community College

Cosmetology -

MATC

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