Catherine Rand
Asheville,NC
Summary
A 2023 graduate from Wofford College with extensive experience in gallery management, executive assistance, and event coordination. Holds a solid foundation of marketing, written communication, client relations, art history, and research presentation. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with an attention to detail. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals with a service-oriented approach and extroverted personality. Able to start immediately.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Fine Art Consultant
Benjamin Walls Gallery
07.2024 - Current
- Developed lasting relationships with clients, fostering trust and loyalty through exceptional customer service and confidentiality.
- Curated exhibits within corporate and residential spaces, showcasing a diverse range of artwork.
- Managed the acquisition process for clients, including negotiation, purchasing, framing, and installation.
Executive Assistant
Confidential Employer
01.2024 - 06.2024
- Processed travel expenses and reimbursements for executive team and senior management group.
- Maintained confidentiality with sensitive documents, ensuring proper storage and distribution as needed.
- Streamlined executive communication by managing high volume of emails, phone calls, and scheduling appointments.
Art Gallery Manager, Interim Position
Sandler Hudson Gallery
10.2023 - 02.2024
- Maintained a user-friendly website and social media outlet with up-to-date information on current exhibitions, events, and available artworks for purchase.
- Streamlined operations by implementing efficient artwork inventory management systems, event coordination, and monitoring of progress projects
- Oversaw daily gallery operations including budgeting, sales goals, meeting with designers and clients, and facility maintenance
Research Executive Assistant
Montreat Heritage Center
05.2023 - 09.2023
- Designed and delivered organized presentations to the Senior Board and supported research program development.
- Established strategic goals for broad-scale research through acquisition of appropriate funding and program support.
- Analyzed findings and reports from researchers in program and interpreted for supervisory staff.
Fine Art Gallery Internship
Gallery C
12.2022 - 02.2023
- Supported staff members in their daily tasks, reducing workload burden and allowing for increased focus on higher-priority assignments and clientele.
- Managed multiple tasks simultaneously while adhering to strict deadlines with the use of spreadsheets, organized files, and reports.
- Prepared project presentations and reports to assist senior staff.
Research Assistant Internship
Montreat Heritage Center
06.2022 - 08.2022
- Provided valuable input during staff meetings regarding ways to improve operations, visitor experience, and outreach initiatives.
- Acted as a liaison between the museum staff and volunteer groups by coordinating schedules, assigning tasks, and ensuring clear communication among all parties.
- Maintained an organized and efficient work environment through diligent record-keeping, inventory management, and administrative tasks.
Camp Counselor
Montreat Conference Center
06.2021 - 08.2021
- Ensured camper safety by enforcing camp rules, supervising group activities, and responding promptly to incidents or concerns.
- Led conflict resolution efforts among campers, fostering a positive atmosphere conducive to personal development.
- Participated in regular staff meetings to discuss any updates and strategies for improvement
- Documented activities, injuries and accidents to inform parents and maintain consistent records.
- Established lasting connections with campers'' families through consistent communication
Event Planning Intern
Stunning and Brilliant Events
04.2021 - 05.2021
- Managed social media accounts during events, fostering real-time engagement and interaction with attendees.
- Facilitated effective communication among all parties involved in the planning process to ensure successful collaboration towards a common goal.
- Implemented creative problem-solving techniques when faced with unexpected challenges during the planning process.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - English Composition And Literature
Wofford College
Spartanburg, SC05.2023
Skills
- Written communication
- Client relations
- Press releases and community outreach
- Organization
- Microsoft Excel, Office, PowerPoint, and Word
- Budgeting and Sales Marketing
- Inventory and management software systems
- Event coordination experience
- Multi-tasking with an attention to detail
- Calendar and scheduling coordination, including travel arrangements
Timeline
Fine Art Consultant
Benjamin Walls Gallery
07.2024 - Current
Executive Assistant
Confidential Employer
01.2024 - 06.2024
Art Gallery Manager, Interim Position
Sandler Hudson Gallery
10.2023 - 02.2024
Research Executive Assistant
Montreat Heritage Center
05.2023 - 09.2023
Fine Art Gallery Internship
Gallery C
12.2022 - 02.2023
Research Assistant Internship
Montreat Heritage Center
06.2022 - 08.2022
Camp Counselor
Montreat Conference Center
06.2021 - 08.2021
Event Planning Intern
Stunning and Brilliant Events
04.2021 - 05.2021
Bachelor of Arts - English Composition And Literature
Wofford College
Activities and Honors
Active member of Zeta Tau Alpha, Theta Zeta Chapter
Zeta Tau Alpha Banner Chairwoman, 2021-2022
Student Union Position 2021-2022
Class Representative 2020-2021
Activities and Honors
- Active member of Zeta Tau Alpha, Theta
Zeta Chapter - Zeta Tau Alpha Banner Chairwoman
2021-2022 - Student Union Position 2021-2022
- Class Representative 2022-2023
- Art History Club secretary of 4 years
- Studio Art Club secretary of 3 years
References
- Dr. Karen Goodchild, Wofford College Chapman Professor
Chair of Art and Art History
goodchildkh@wofford.edu
(864) 597-4601
- Dr. Gillian Young, Assistant Professor of Art History
younggt@wofford.edu
(864) 597-4599
- Charlene Newsom, Owner of Gallery C
art@galleryc.net
(919) 828-3165
- Dee Jarrett, United Kingdom based author
Deejarrett@talk21.com
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