Griffin Mathews
Overland Park,KS
Summary
Dynamic professional passionate about supporting operational workflows and enhancing company productivity. Committed to developing rich client relationships while meeting evolving company needs. Brings strong problem solving skills and a workflow based on accuracy, adaptability, and dependability.
Overview
2027
2027
years of professional experience
Work History
Associate
Ward & Ward Gallery
Kansas City, MO
2025 - Current
- Lead gallery associate responsible for self managing projects related to the handling, conservation, and restoration of client artwork and ensuring completion of daily studio operations.
- Streamlines cross department communications to maximize project efficiency and ensure the meeting of all client deadlines with a high level of accuracy.
- Analyzes workflow processes to identify shortcomings, develops time and cost effective solutions, and implements solutions in daily operations which resulted in a 25% increase in turn around times.
Intern
Off-Site Art Space
Lawrence, KS
01.2024 - 05.2024
- Designed all materials for print such as posters, banners, and business cards as well as all social media material.
- Met with clients to identify needs, presented mockups, and adjusted based on feedback to deliver strong design packages.
- Utilized Adobe Creative Cloud applications in material construction and collaborated with other teams and clients through digital interfaces.
- Assisted in coordination of exhibitions, delivery, and installation of work, and prepared gallery for show openings, artist talks, and events.
President
University of Kansas Print Club
Lawrence, KS
01.2022 - 05.2024
- Connected students with the KU Print Department and broader print community both nationally and internationally.
- Organized events such as workshops, print exchanges, art sales, and exhibitions to increase student relationships with art.
- Sought out professional development opportunities, inviting students to participate in artists talks, demos, and conferences.
- Led workshops of 10-20 students on different printmaking styles, fostering positive learning environments and encouraging collaboration.
- Managed social media accounts and had regular meetings about community outreach, addressing ways to better promote club activities.
Visual Art Student Advisory Board Member
University of Kansas
Lawrence, KS
10.2022 - 05.2024
- Collaborated alongside other faculty-elected board members to advocate for undergraduate student funding and support needs within the department.
- Developed high level problem solving skills through routine meetings to discuss student feedback, focusing heavily on improving quality of education by analyzing department activity, protocol, and procedure.
- Identified pockets of need and developed solutions taking department budget, proposed timelines, and level of urgency into consideration
Student Advisory Board Member
Spencer Museum of Art
Lawrence, KS
01.2022 - 05.2023
- Assisted in organizing events and programs that enhanced students engagement such as art based interactive activities and artist talks.
- Represented the Student Advisory Board at school functions, networking with community leaders to promote educational opportunities.
Figure Drawing Model
Washburn University
Topeka, KS
08.2024 - 12.2024
- Maintained a professional work environment by punctually arriving at modeling sessions and adhering to studio guidelines.
- Developed strong relationships with art instructors, helping to create customized poses for specific lesson plans.
Education
Bachelor of Fine Art - Visual Art, Concentration in Design
University of Kansas
Lawrence, KS2024
Timeline
Figure Drawing Model
Washburn University
08.2024 - 12.2024
Intern
Off-Site Art Space
01.2024 - 05.2024
Visual Art Student Advisory Board Member
University of Kansas
10.2022 - 05.2024
President
University of Kansas Print Club
01.2022 - 05.2024
Student Advisory Board Member
Spencer Museum of Art
01.2022 - 05.2023
Associate
Ward & Ward Gallery
2025 - Current
Bachelor of Fine Art - Visual Art, Concentration in Design
University of Kansas