IREANNA ROGERS
Baltimore,MD
Summary
Experienced with curatorial practices and techniques. Utilizes research and project management skills to enhance exhibitions and collections. Knowledge of art history and museum operations, ensuring well-curated and engaging displays.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Curator
Independant
05.2022 - Current
- Work closely with colleagues on interdisciplinary projects that combined art and history, into cohesive exhibitions.
- Collaborated with artists and other institutions for diverse and enriching exhibitions, attracting a wider audience.
- Networked at creative events to identify new talent and artistic works in local areas.
- Promoted events and exhibits via social media, email and other communication methods, boosting attendance by 30%.
Photographer
IR Photography
01.2016 - Current
- Freelance photographer specializing in portrait, editorial, and fashion photography
- Digitally edited photos to enhance appearance.
- Collaborate with clients to understand their vision, ensuring the final product meets or exceeds their expectations.
- Photograph high-quality images for various print and digital projects.
Graduate Program Assistant
Maryland Institute College of Art (MICA)
01.2023 - 01.2025
- Streamlined the process for updating course information in university catalogs by collaborating within the department.
- Contributed to the development of marketing materials highlighting the successes of the graduate program.
- Enhanced graduate program efficiency.
- Greeted guests in with friendliness and professionalism.
- Made recommendations for improvements or adjustments based on analysis and feedback.
- Communicated information from directors to program candidates.
Teaching Intern
Morgan State University- Quarles Summer Institute
06.2024 - 08.2024
- Supported the lead instructor as a co-teacher. Facilitated student engagement through interactive lessons, and assisted with curriculum preparation and student evaluations. Led the section on curating and museum studies.
- Served as mentor to students, answered questions, provided tutoring services and offered one-on-one lesson reviews.
- Improved student comprehension through the use of engaging visual aids and hands-on activities.
- Facilitated small group activities and one-on-one instruction to meet individual student needs.
Art Editor
Vortex Magazine
01.2022 - 01.2023
- Opening up communication between the editor-in-chief and team members to critique art for publication
- Contributed to concept development meetings, providing valuable input from an artistic perspective.
- Improved overall publication quality with meticulous attention to detail during proofing stages.
Creative Director / Photographer
Modern Light Studio
01.2021 - 01.2023
- Event management, budget management, in-house photography, and curator for a new event space
- Directed photoshoots and video productions for compelling visual content that resonated with target audiences.
- Elevated brand identity by developing innovative creative concepts and executing design strategies.
Social Media Manager
Vortex Magazine
01.2021 - 01.2022
- Graphic design for events and running each social media page for the magazine.
- Managed multiple social media platforms, ensuring a consistent brand voice and message.
- Boosted engagement rates with the creation of compelling and visually appealing content.
Social Media Manager
Karen Walker Speaks
01.2021 - 01.2022
- Led a brand refresh for Karen’s digital presence and identity online. Revamped a website’s branding and contributed to devising social media strategies, as well as scheduling posts to expand audience outreach
- Optimized posting schedules based on platform-specific analytics to maximize content visibility.
- Monitored social media trends and emerging platforms, adopting new strategies to stay ahead of the competition.
- Successfully built a loyal following by consistently sharing valuable content that resonated with the target audience.
Education
MFA - Curatorial Practice
Maryland Institute College of Art
Baltimore, MD01.2025
BA - Fine Arts, Minor in Marketing
University of Central Arkansas
Conway, AR01.2023
Studio Art Foundations
Savannah College of Art And Design
Savannah, GASkills
- Exhibit preparation
- Creative direction
- Art handling
- Mixed media
- Exhibition planning
- Grant writing
- Grant proposal writing
- Attention to detail
- Time management
- Problem-solving
- Multitasking
- Problem-solving abilities
- Reliability
- Excellent communication
- Critical thinking
- Organizational skills
- Team collaboration
- Active listening
- Decision-making
- Collaborative teamwork
- Detail-oriented
- Relationship building
- Adobe Creative Suite
- Google Workspace
- Microsoft Office
- Figma
- Sketchup
- Portrait Photography
- Fashion Photography
- Editorial Photography
- Photo Skin Retouching
- Photo Digital Manipulation
- Graphic Design
- Exhibition Design
- Layout Design
- Visual Storytelling
Awards
Community Engagement Grant 2025 Maryland Institute College of Art (MICA), Y.L. Hoi Grant 2025 Maryland Institute College of Art, Leslie King-Hammond Graduate Fellowship 2023–25 Leslie King-Hammond—MICA, Graduate Merit Scholarship 2023–25 Maryland Institute College of Art, Windgate Scholarship of Fine Art 2022 Windgate Foundation, Arkansas Academic Challenge Scholarship 2021 Arkansas Division of Higher Education, Tech Assistant 2018 NLRHS Performing Arts Center, 1st Place Black and White Photographer 2016 Arkansas Young Artist Association
Timeline
Teaching Intern
Morgan State University- Quarles Summer Institute
06.2024 - 08.2024
Graduate Program Assistant
Maryland Institute College of Art (MICA)
01.2023 - 01.2025
Curator
Independant
05.2022 - Current
Art Editor
Vortex Magazine
01.2022 - 01.2023
Creative Director / Photographer
Modern Light Studio
01.2021 - 01.2023
Social Media Manager
Vortex Magazine
01.2021 - 01.2022
Social Media Manager
Karen Walker Speaks
01.2021 - 01.2022
Photographer
IR Photography
01.2016 - Current
MFA - Curatorial Practice
Maryland Institute College of Art
BA - Fine Arts, Minor in Marketing
University of Central Arkansas
Studio Art Foundations
Savannah College of Art And Design
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