Danielle Johnson
Austin,TX
Summary
Results-oriented professional with a passion for continuous learning and innovation. Event planner and team leader with strong track record of success in surpassing fundraising goals. Known for leveraging analytical thinking and creativity to solve problems and deliver high-impact solutions in fast-paced environments.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Individual Giving Associate
Austin Theatre Alliance
Austin, TX
04.2022 - Current
- Generated comprehensive reports on the success of fundraising initiatives for both the Individual Giving Fund and Film Fan Club.
- Managed benefits and oversaw the administration of the Individual Giving Fund for approximately 3,100 Households and Film Fan Club, comprising 350 Individuals
- Created promotional materials for various campaigns to raise awareness of the organization's mission.
- Coordinated volunteers for special events to maximize efficiency and achieve desired outcomes.
- Maintained relationships with current donors by providing updates on program successes.
- Worked closely with development staff to coordinate donor recognition initiatives.
- Collaborated with marketing team to create compelling content for email campaigns highlighting impact stories.
Artist for Hire
City of Austin
Austin, TX
09.2021 - 04.2022
- Successfully fulfilled duties at different locations within the department.
- In her role at the Dougherty Arts Center (DAC), she played a crucial part in the outreach and events team.
- Worked as a receptionist at both the Asian American Resource Center and the DAC when needed.
Gallery Assistant
Blanton Museum of Art
Austin, TX
08.2021 - 04.2022
- Bridged gap between security and being a docent while working as a gallery assistant
- Engaged in regular interaction with patrons, fostering a new level of connection to the job.
- Offered impromptu tours to museum patrons while on patrol, offering enlightening facts about artwork obtained from curators.
AmeriCorps VISTA
Dougherty Arts Center
Austin, TX
08.2020 - 08.2021
- Contributed significantly to the successful implementation of a new teen artist development initiative, involving the coordination and facilitation of a pilot program with seven talented young artists.
- Demonstrated leadership by successfully managing and coordinating her own team and projects
- She earned the trust of supervisors and successfully pitched, planned, and executed two community LGBTQ+ Pride events for the Dougherty Arts Center.
Gallery Attendant
University of Kentucky Art Museum
Lexington, KY
01.2018 - 01.2019
- Managed customer service, conducted routine security checks, assisted with installation and de-installation, and served as a docent while working as a gallery attendant.
- Independently led museum tours on a regular basis, ensuring a seamless visitor experience.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Arts Administration
University of Kentucky
Lexington, KY05-2020
Skills
- Tessitura Software Proficiency
- Donor Management
- Volunteer Coordination
- Administrative Oversight
- MS Office
- Excellent Communication
- Adobe Suite
- Canva
- Google Suite
- Customer Service
- Database Management
- Event Planning
- Teamwork
- Detail-oriented
Websites
Certification
Hands on Fundraising - Tessitura
Completed in May 2024
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Individual Giving Associate
Austin Theatre Alliance
04.2022 - Current
Artist for Hire
City of Austin
09.2021 - 04.2022
Gallery Assistant
Blanton Museum of Art
08.2021 - 04.2022
AmeriCorps VISTA
Dougherty Arts Center
08.2020 - 08.2021
Gallery Attendant
University of Kentucky Art Museum
01.2018 - 01.2019
Bachelor of Arts - Arts Administration
University of Kentucky
Hands on Fundraising - Tessitura
Completed in May 2024
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