EMMA JOY SCHMITT
Summary
Arts professional prepared to drive impactful arts initiatives and programs. Proven success in coordinating exhibitions and community events that enhance cultural engagement and visibility. Highly focused on team collaboration and achieving results, adaptable to changing needs. Strong skills in budget management, strategic planning, and stakeholder engagement.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Gallery Director & Studio Manager
Artist Block Wine/ Anna Sweet Fine Art
Dundee, OR
05.2022 - Current
- Directs and manages the full operations of a high-volume fine art production studio, overseeing general management, daily workflow, and long-term strategic growth.
- Serves as the executive liaison and primary decision-maker for internal teams, artists, collectors, gallery partners, vendors, and contractors.
- Leads all gallery sales efforts as Head of Sales, maintaining and expanding a curated database of high-value collectors, VIP clients, and qualified leads.
- Curates and secure new artistic talent for exhibitions, events, and long-term representation, shaping the gallery’s creative direction and public-facing identity.
- Oversees all bookkeeping and financial operations, including payroll, invoicing, reporting, and inventory tracking through QuickBooks, ensuring fiscal accuracy and compliance.
- Develops and execute strategic marketing initiatives including digital campaigns, print advertising, and press outreach to drive brand visibility and engagement.
Stage Manager
Gather Repertory
12.2021 - Current
- Lead large-scale theatrical productions as Executive Stage Manager, directing multidisciplinary creative teams and overseeing all phases of production from concept to execution.
- Drive strategic initiatives to expand access and representation for LGBTQIA+ and BIPOC artists, building sustainable partnerships and pathways within professional theater.
- Develop and manage impactful grant proposals that secure critical funding for socially driven, equity-centered productions.
- Oversee complex production schedules across multiple creative teams, ensuring alignment, efficiency, and timely delivery of all project milestones.
- Facilitate and lead high-level meetings with actors, executive staff, stakeholders, and community leaders to unify vision and maintain momentum.
- Act as the central leadership figure and communication hub for all production partners, providing strategic guidance and operational support to producers, directors, designers, and performers.
Programing Teacher
Chehalem Cultural Center
10.2020 - 06.2022
- Designed and led a wide range of arts education programs for students ages 3–18, building foundational skills in creative direction, curriculum development, and project management.
- Guided students in exploring diverse media, developing early expertise in creative facilitation and individualized instruction—skills now applied in leading professional art teams.
- Created an inclusive, growth-oriented classroom environment, forming the basis for ongoing work in community engagement, talent development, and representation within the arts.
Education
BA - Studio Art
George Fox University
Newberg, OR05-2022
Skills
- Talent Management
- Intuit/Quickbooks
- Project management
- Client relations
- Grant Writing
- Google Suites
- Microsoft Suites
- Artist relations
- Art handling
- Curatorial expertise
- Client development
- Team leadership
Timeline
Gallery Director & Studio Manager
Artist Block Wine/ Anna Sweet Fine Art
05.2022 - Current
Stage Manager
Gather Repertory
12.2021 - Current
Programing Teacher
Chehalem Cultural Center
10.2020 - 06.2022
BA - Studio Art
George Fox University