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Jessica Slaughter

Ruston,LA

Summary

Team-oriented creative professional with experience in both for-profit and nonprofit sectors. Proven track record in budget management and fostering community partnerships, driving brand awareness and engagement. Adept at creative thinking and collaboration, delivering impactful community initiatives that resonate with target audiences.

Overview

22
22
years of professional experience

Work History

AVP, LA Engagement and Marketing Officer

Century Next Bank
Ruston, LA
04.2019 - Current
  • Managed social media platforms, creating engaging content and monitoring analytics to enhance online presence.
  • Supervised creation of marketing materials and collateral.
  • Developed budget forecasts for marketing initiatives and monitored expenditures to ensure compliance.
  • Developed creative concepts for advertising campaigns across multiple channels.
  • Developed and executed comprehensive marketing plans to increase brand awareness and generate leads.

Executive Director

North Central Louisiana Arts Council
Ruston, LA
03.2012 - 04.2019
  • Collaborated with local artists and business owners for exhibitions and events.
  • Managed organizational and project budgets.
  • Oversaw daily operations of the council and reported monthly to the Board of Directors.
  • Organized and promoted programs and events, including press and social media.
  • Managed a part-time employee and seasonal university interns.
  • Coordinated fundraising initiatives and events.

Educational Coordinator

North Central Louisiana Arts Council
Ruston, LA
03.2011 - 03.2012
  • Coordinated monthly arts classes among instructors, venues, and participants.
  • Ordered and maintained supplies for classes and camps.
  • Performed community outreach.
  • Graphic, written, and web promotion of educational activities.

Creator and Sole Proprietor

Slaughterhead
Ruston, LA
08.2005 - 04.2011
  • Designed, constructed, and promoted products.
  • Managed the website, maintained the budget, and ensured licensure.
  • Conducted and implemented market research.
  • Participated in markets and maintained wholesale client relationships.

Preparator

Masur Museum Of Art
Monroe, LA
01.2008 - 05.2010
  • Assisted in the installation of artwork and gallery exhibitions, including hanging paintings, sculptures, and other works.
  • Cleaned gallery walls prior to exhibition openings and ensured they were returned to their original state afterwards.
  • Maintained all necessary tools and equipment for preparator duties.

Art Teacher, K-8

Richland Parish School System
Start And Holly Ridge, LA
08.2003 - 05.2005
  • Adapted teaching methods and instructional materials to meet students' varying needs and interests.
  • Assisted in the selection of appropriate supplies needed for classroom use.
  • Presented and designed exciting lessons to actively engage learners.
  • Led hands-on projects in painting, sculpture, and mixed media, enhancing students' creative skills.

Education

Bachelor of Fine Arts - Sculpture

University of Louisiana At Monroe
Monroe, LA
05-2003

Bachelor of General Studies - Arts & Humanities

University of Louisiana At Monroe
Monroe, LA
05-2001

Skills

  • Social media management
  • Community partnerships
  • Marketing strategy
  • Campaign development
  • Budget management
  • Fundraising coordination
  • Collaboration
  • Event coordination
  • Creative thinking

Affiliations

  • Northeast Louisiana Arts Council - Board of Directors 2024-present
  • Real Change in Ruston - Task Force Member 2022-present
  • Friends of Ruston Skatepark - Program Director 2021-present
  • Ruston Cultural District - Founding Member. Board of Directors 2018-present
  • Ruston Rotary Club - Member 2019-current. Board of Directors 2020-23
  • Lincoln Parish Museum - Board of Directors 2020-2024
  • United Way of Northeast Louisiana - Campaign Cabinet Member 2021-2023. Team Lead 2023
  • United Way of Northeast Louisiana - Read.Learn.Succeed. Pen Friend 2021-present
  • Lincoln Parish Sesquicentennial - Committee Member 2022-23

Accomplishments

  • Ruston Rotary Club - Paul Harris Fellow 2024
  • Century Next Bank - Spirit of the Century 2023
  • United Way of Northeast Louisiana - Volunteer United Award 2022
  • Leadership Lincoln - Class President 2019
  • Ruston-Lincoln Chamber of Commerce - Young Business Leader of the Year 2017

Timeline

AVP, LA Engagement and Marketing Officer

Century Next Bank
04.2019 - Current

Executive Director

North Central Louisiana Arts Council
03.2012 - 04.2019

Educational Coordinator

North Central Louisiana Arts Council
03.2011 - 03.2012

Preparator

Masur Museum Of Art
01.2008 - 05.2010

Creator and Sole Proprietor

Slaughterhead
08.2005 - 04.2011

Art Teacher, K-8

Richland Parish School System
08.2003 - 05.2005

Bachelor of Fine Arts - Sculpture

University of Louisiana At Monroe

Bachelor of General Studies - Arts & Humanities

University of Louisiana At Monroe
Jessica Slaughter