Recent graduate with a strong foundation in art history and museum studies, complemented by hands-on experience through academic projects, internships, and entry-level roles. Proven skills in teamwork, problem-solving, and time management. Eager to contribute to the museum field with a passion for impactful work and a commitment to excellence.
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KASSIDY STROSNIDER
Museum Professional
Henrico,VA
Summary
Overview
6
years of professional experience
1
Certification
Work History
VMFA
Youth and Family Studios Adjunct Faculty
02.2024 - Current
Job overview
- Facilitated guided tours for groups of children, engaging them with diverse pieces from the museum's collection while imparting knowledge about art history
- Created and executed lesson plans, using available materials, while connecting the activity to works within the VMFA collection to develop and deliver innovative educational programs tailored for students in grades K-12.
VMFA
Youth and Family Studios Summer Studio Tech
05.2023 - Current
Job overview
- Created and executed short lesson plans for kids age 5-12 based on materials at hand while connecting the lesson to the VMFA collection
- Developed and facilitated lesson plans for VMFA's free monthly Open Studio program, inviting families to create art inspired by the museum's collection
- Performed administrative tasks including managing emails and updating the museum website.
VMFA
Youth and Family Studio Programs Intern
01.2023 - 05.2023
Job overview
- Provided hands-on assistance to young children (ages 5-8) during weekly studio classes, ensuring their engagement and comprehension
- Diligently upheld a hygienic and organized studio environment conducive to creativity and learning
- Innovated by developing and introducing novel activities, including customized museum tours enriching the educational experience
- Responsibly addressed parental inquiries and concerns via email, fostering positive communication and reinforcing the program's integrity.
MacArthur Memorial
Museum Attendant
09.2020 - 08.2021
Job overview
- Oversaw museum operations, including opening and closing procedures, daily maintenance, and monitoring environmental conditions
- Welcomed visitors warmly and provided assistance by addressing their inquiries and concerns
- Provided security and hospitality services during special events
- Supported senior staff with various tasks, including collections processing, exhibition preparation, and outreach education initiatives.
Washington and Lee University's Staniar Gallery
Intern
01.2020 - 04.2020
Job overview
- Originally slated to oversee four exhibitions from January to April 2020, but due to COVID-19 restrictions, managed three physical exhibits and curated one online gallery exhibit
- Designed exhibitions by creating layouts, organizing works, hanging and arranging the pieces, writing labels and curatorial statements, and coordinating materials for public distribution
- Collaborated with the artists whose pieces were being curated
- Managed artworks in storage, handling packing and unpacking processes with meticulous care.
W&L University Collections of Art and History
Assistant to Collections Manager
09.2018 - 03.2020
Job overview
- Led the execution of two exhibitions, overseeing the production of catalogs, object labels, and introductory panels
- Generated and refined object files using both PastPerfect and Proficio platforms
- Managed and labeled artworks and artifacts with precision
- Conducted comprehensive condition reports and packed objects meticulously to ensure organization and safety.
Education
Virginia Commonwealth UniversityRichmond, VA
Master of Arts from Art History with a concentration in Museum Studies
05-2023
University Overview
GPA: 3.87
- Kenan Charitable Trust Scholarship Recipient
- Qualifying Paper: Exhibiting the Ideal Indian Woman: Raja Ravi Varma's Life of the Native People and its Role in Negotiating National Identity at the World's Columbian Exposition
Washington And Lee UniversityLexington, Virginia
Bachelor of Arts from Classics
05-2020
University Overview
Cultural Heritage and Museum Studies and Medieval Renaissance Studies Minors
- Major GPA: 3.47
- Senior Thesis: Making Sense of Nonsense Inscriptions on Attic Pottery
- Senior Thesis: Looking at the Renaissance Private Collection and the First Modern Museums
- Co-Editor of Ancient Greek for Everyone: Essential Morphology and Syntax for Beginning Greek
- Awarded The Thomas V. Litzenburg Jr. Prize 2020
- Awarded The James H. Hamilton Scholarship
- Vice President of Housing, Pi Beta Phi
Skills
- Ancient Greek (translating)
- MARC 21
- Proficio
- PastPerfect
- Microsoft Suite
- Pioneer RX
- Social Media Platforms (Facebook, Instagram, Snapchat, Twitter, Pinterest)
- Google Suite
- R computer programming language
- Python
- Online Teaching
- Student Engagement
- Course Planning
- Academic Writing
- Lesson Planning
Certification
CPR
Hobbies and Interests
Hobbies and Interests
Museums, Art, Learning, Traveling, Live Music, Reading, Carolina Panthers
Awardsandscholarships
Awardsandscholarships
- The Thomas V. Litzenburg Jr. Prize 2020, Given to one student at Washington and Lee University each year who advances learning through direct engagement with collections, shows appreciation of global cultures and inspires leadership in the arts and sciences.
- The John H. Hamilton Scholarship in Greek 2020, Given to one student at Washington and Lee University each year who demonstrates a complete understanding of the Ancient Greek language.
Timeline
Youth and Family Studios Adjunct Faculty
VMFA
02.2024 - Current
Youth and Family Studios Summer Studio Tech
VMFA
05.2023 - Current
Youth and Family Studio Programs Intern
VMFA
01.2023 - 05.2023
Museum Attendant
MacArthur Memorial
09.2020 - 08.2021
Intern
Washington and Lee University's Staniar Gallery
01.2020 - 04.2020
Assistant to Collections Manager
W&L University Collections of Art and History
09.2018 - 03.2020
Virginia Commonwealth University
Master of Arts from Art History with a concentration in Museum Studies
Washington And Lee University
Bachelor of Arts from Classics
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