Eden Battice

• Worked on projects using knowledge gained in classes to put together recommendations for issues.
• Participated in creative brainstorming sessions to develop new ideas or improve existing ones
• Completed research, compiled data, and used it to produce art-based projects.
• Communicated effectively with faculty and staff and accepted critiques and suggestions for areas of improvement.
• Planned, prepared and participated in meetings and events in a professional team of 10+ interns, thrice weekly.
• Participated in workshops and presentations related to projects to gain knowledge.
• Worked as Front of House Staff for productions showing in the Armory; established welcoming atmosphere by greeting each guest warmly, answering guests’ questions and directing them to their seats.
• Assisted with set-up and break down of events to facilitate efficient and organized event preparation.
• Reviewed tickets for authenticity and applicability to particular event..

• Worked as a PA throughout Park Avenue Armory’s run of Tony-nominated Broadway Musical “Illinoise”
• Stayed alert, active, and ready to respond to any request at any time using variety of available resources.
• Maintained a safe and clean work environment, contributing to overall team productivity.
• Collaborated with production team to facilitate smooth operations, avoiding disruptions and delays
• Greeted guests with friendly and professional acknowledgment to build rapport.
• Utilized strong communication skills to effectively fulfill artists’ needs, ensuring the best hospitality possible.

Spoke on behalf of Park Avenue Armory on my experience as a Former High School Youth Corps participant at the 2024 Face to Face Conference, held at The City College of New York. The panel detailed the pedagogy of devising multidisciplinary performance and visual art that centers young people and makes space for them to explore their creative abilities—as well as the challenges, successes, and overall takeaways of experiencing PAA’s High School Youth Corps program from both the facilitators’ & participants’ perspectives.

• Closely evaluated artifacts, documenting characteristics, measurements and cultural importance of each piece.
• Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
• Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
• Performed duties in accordance with applicable standards, policies and regulatory guidelines to promote safe working environment.
• Engaged in hands-on training with gallery's curatorial team and 3 Guest Archivists to advance curatorial skills in real-world setting.

• Played games, worked on puzzles, and read books to young children.
• Communicated positively with children and guardians.
• Organized and cleaned home after activities by picking up toys and straightening up play room.
• Prepared healthy, age-appropriate snacks and meals.
• Reassured children when upset providing emotional support and stability.
• Bathed, dressed, and helped with teeth brushing as part of bedtime preparation.