Courtney Tuesday Yates
Los Angeles,CA
Summary
The consummate host. Working in the background at all times to ensure your seamless and enriched life. 23 years of experience managing artists and event production. Strong perception and communication skills. Strong logistical and delegation skills.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Studio Manager
Leo Mock Studio
Los Angeles, California
01.2019 - Current
- Oversee all aspects of business and logistics of a high profile fine art studio.
- Track sales, consignments and income, reconciliation and follow up.
- Coordinate the calendar with galleries and colleagues; schedule exhibitions, art fair participation and all artist deadlines, making sure all deadlines are met.
- Manage all travel logistics and budgets.
- Maintain all art records, archives, and sales placements.
Designer and Project Manager
Personal Home and Business Renovation
Merida, Mexico
08.2019 - 11.2022
- Transformed a derelict bus station into a home, art gallery, and artists' residency, overseeing all aspects of design, budget, and construction team on-site.
Art Gallery Director
China Art Objects
Los Angeles, California
09.2009 - 09.2021
- Director of Sales and Operations. Budgeting and resource allocation.
- Sales and artist representation. Correspondence with collectors, museum directors, critics, artist's studios and art consultants.
- Company schedule; including exhibiting artist and exhibition production, art fairs, museum openings, and all aspects of company travel domestic and abroad.
- Hosting exhibitions and promoting artists careers. Personal invitations and management of VIPs, gifts, catering, event production.
- Team manager; oversight of IT/AV, art handlers, photography, security, specialty installations and property management.
Set Decorator/Buyer
Thurnauer, Howard, and Self
Los Angeles, California
10.2003 - 01.2009
- Sourced and selected props, furniture, and decorative elements.
- Managed crew of 10 or more. Oversaw set construction and installation.
- Oversaw budget management to maintain financial control over project expenses.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Theater Production Design
California Institute of The Arts
Los Angeles, CA01-2003
Skills
- Managing operations and efficiency
- Team leadership
- Complex Problem-solving
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Reliability
- Attention to detail
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Interpersonal skills
Timeline
Designer and Project Manager
Personal Home and Business Renovation
08.2019 - 11.2022
Studio Manager
Leo Mock Studio
01.2019 - Current
Art Gallery Director
China Art Objects
09.2009 - 09.2021
Set Decorator/Buyer
Thurnauer, Howard, and Self
10.2003 - 01.2009
Bachelor of Arts - Theater Production Design
California Institute of The Arts