CHRISTINE FOWLER
Fine Art Gallery Director
San Diego,CA
Summary
Dedicated fine art and luxury professional with a history of meeting company goals by utilizing knowledge of brand management, direct sales, marketing, and client relations. Skilled in working under pressure and adapting to new situations while maintaining a warm, luxurious, & welcoming environment. Accomplished in developing the finest customer experiences, relationships, loyalty and satisfaction.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Gallery Director
ARTEMIS FINE ART GALLERY
La Jolla, CA
05.2021 - Current
- Assisted in developing new fine art gallery in La Jolla, California
- Sourced fine artists, photographers, and sculptors
- Executed contracts, designed all marketing materials, obtained prime location in the heart of La Jolla, California
- Implemented day to day business practices and all aspects of gallery business including curating, sales, marketing, and event planning
- Gallery showed profit within 6 months of opening.
Gallery Director
NATIONAL GEOGRAPHIC | FINE ART GALLERIES
New York, NY, Laguna, CA, La Jolla CA
05.2016 - 05.2021
- Managed galleries in three locations throughout United States
- Worked closely with National Geographic Photographers and The National Geographic Archive
- Responsible for all gallery logistics including opening new locations, recruiting, and training associates, driving sales, and providing exceptional customer service
- Developed loyal clientele, curating exhibits within and outside of gallery, planning and hosting events which included shows with photographers, celebrity auctions and installations
- Promoted events and exhibits via social media, email and other communication methods, boosting gallery attendance by 30%
- Personally sold over 1 million dollars of fine art photography in first year
- Galleries consistently sold 2-3 million dollars per year
Gallery Director
ART & SOUL GALLERY
BOULDER, CO
05.2004 - 01.2015
- Management, sales, sourcing of art, installation of exhibits, marketing, event planning, management, and training of staff.
- Gallery sold average of 1-1.5 million dollars year
- Gallery won numerous awards for Best Gallery in Denver area for at least 5 years in row.
- Established very loyal clientele with many repeat buyers
- Sales per item ranged between $3,000 - $150,000
Education
Bachelor of Arts - English
Colorado State University
Fort Collins, COBachelor of Arts - English
Colorado State University, Fort Collins, CO, US
Fort Collins, COSkills
Strong communication skills; verbal & written, Staff Development, Event Planning, Public Speaking, Social Networking, & Marketing Efficient in Microsoft Outlook, Photoshop, Website Upkeep, and Social Media
Strategic planning
Policies and procedures
Staff Management
Verbal and written communication
Sales and marketing
Business planning
Operations management
Business Development
Accomplishments
Extensive public speaking experience
Published author
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Quote
“Art washes away from the soul the dust of everyday life.”
- Pablo Picasso
Timeline
Gallery Director
ARTEMIS FINE ART GALLERY
05.2021 - Current
Gallery Director
NATIONAL GEOGRAPHIC | FINE ART GALLERIES
05.2016 - 05.2021
Gallery Director
ART & SOUL GALLERY
05.2004 - 01.2015
Bachelor of Arts - English
Colorado State University
Bachelor of Arts - English
Colorado State University, Fort Collins, CO, US