James Pierre
Cambridge,MA
Summary
Resourceful and adaptable professional with a background in career development, arts programming, and community engagement. Recognized for strong communication, active listening, and client advocacy. Committed to creating meaningful programs, strengthening partnerships, and supporting long-term growth.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Career Development Specialist
Cambridge Housing Authority
Cambridge, MA
12.2023 - Current
- Guided Cambridge Housing Authority residents in career planning and job search, enhancing their employment prospects.
- Reviewed resident skills, interests, and employment barriers to assess readiness for job placement.
- Supported residents and program staff in building individualized development plans.
- Analyzed local employer hiring trends to inform program development for unemployed individuals.
- Advised students on how to best utilize college resources related to career exploration and development.
Founder
The Adius Arts Initiative
Cambridge , MA
09.2021 - Current
- Planned public events, workshops, and exhibitions for diverse arts audiences.
- Oversaw all aspects of operations including product development, marketing, sales, customer service and finance.
- Wrote grants, proposals, and sponsorship requests for program funding.
- Oversaw budgets, schedules, and administrative operations across initiative projects.
- Curated artist selection, program themes, and community engagement activities.
- Represented The Adius Arts Initiative in meetings, outreach, and public relations.
- Recruited, hired and trained staff members to ensure that operational goals were met.
- Developed partnerships with artists, schools, donors, and local cultural organizations.
Luminarie
Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum
Boston, Massachusetts
10.2018 - Current
- Brought together select Boston artists and cultural leaders to facilitate idea exchange among creatives, foster collaboration and artistic networks, and inform Gardner Museum programming. Modeled after Isabella Stewart Gardner’s artist salons from turn of century, program is co-facilitated by Regina Gallardo, Studio and Community Programs Assistant Manager, and Angela Lombardi, Director of Public Programs.
- Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Contributed innovative ideas and solutions to enhance team performance and outcomes.
- Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
Education
High School Diploma -
Massachusetts Collage of Art
Boston, MA06-1993
Skills
- Individual development planning
- Career coaching
- Job readiness training
- Career pathing
- Program coordination
- Community outreach
- Workshop facilitation
- Stakeholder relations
- Resource navigation
- Onboarding support
- Employee engagement
- Strategic thinking
- Active listening
- Relationship building
- Client advocacy
Timeline
Career Development Specialist
Cambridge Housing Authority
12.2023 - Current
Founder
The Adius Arts Initiative
09.2021 - Current
Luminarie
Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum
10.2018 - Current
High School Diploma -
Massachusetts Collage of Art