Katie Sorenson
Philadelphia,PA
Summary
Pragmatic professional with over 10+ years of museum management experience, recognized for the ability to lead and successfully implement diverse programs, projects, communications and procedures.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Director of Outreach and Communications
Museum For Art In Wood
06.2015 - Current
- Works closely with the Executive Director and board of directors.
- Development and implementation of all public programs, including the creation of a new artist residency program and execution of 30 - 50+ programs annually.
- Built and strengthened vital relationships with community members and organization partners.
- Wrote, reviewed and edited proposals for grants, gifts, contracts and grant reporting.
- Created new policies and procedures and strategic improvements to enhance operational and organizational efficiencies, including the Museum’s COVID-19 reopening plan and the visitor service associate handbook.
- Orchestrates Museums' annual fundraiser, including building and managing online auctions and promotions.
- Leads the Museums Operations and Personnel Systems Planning driving strategic improvements to enhance operational and organizational efficiencies.
- Creates promotional content and materials and provides insightful information for social media, websites, and print media to educate the public and increase a more diverse audience.
- Fosters a work culture of collaboration and inclusion to increase morale and reduce turnover.
Owner
Dee-Dee Jewelry
06.2006 - 09.2016
- Designed and fabricated sterling silver, gold, and semi-precious gems for production jewelry lines for 8 - 10 wholesale and retails shows annually.
- Managed accurate retail and wholesale assessments of metals, gemstones, and completed works.
- Optimized inventory and budget controls to keep business operating at streamlined, efficient, and cost-effective levels.
- Created and monitored promotional approaches to increase sales and profit levels.
Director of Programming
The Eisner: Museum Of Advertising & Design
09.2005 - 11.2010
- Managed educational programs reaching students from over 16 regional universities (WI, IA, and MN)
- Enhanced viewership by developing rich programs and effective marketing.
- Increased corporate and special events revenue by 90%.
- Implemented the design and planning of 11 major fundraising special events.
Studio Manager
Heather B. Moore Jewelry
06.2000 - 07.2004
- Recruited, trained, and oversaw the production team.
- Managed and maintained all wholesale accounts, including international accounts.
- Grew wholesale revenue by 45%.
- Oversaw care and maintenance of all shop equipment.
- Managed supply chain while maintaining the budget.
Education
Certicifate - HR Management And Analytics
Wharton Executive Education
Philadelphia, PA05.2022
BFA - Jewelry + Metals
Cleveland Institute of Art
Cleveland, OH05.2000
Skills
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Training and Development
- Team Leadership
- Strategic Planning
- Project Management
- Organizational Development
- Internal and External Communications
- Donor Management
- Creative Problem Solving
- Brand and Communications Management
- Budgeting and Financial Management
- Wordpress, Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign
Affiliations
Treasurer of Philadelphia Historic Neighborhood Consortium May 2022 - Current
- Manage membership dues
- Oversee and maintain financials
Timeline
Director of Outreach and Communications
Museum For Art In Wood
06.2015 - Current
Owner
Dee-Dee Jewelry
06.2006 - 09.2016
Director of Programming
The Eisner: Museum Of Advertising & Design
09.2005 - 11.2010
Studio Manager
Heather B. Moore Jewelry
06.2000 - 07.2004
Certicifate - HR Management And Analytics
Wharton Executive Education
BFA - Jewelry + Metals
Cleveland Institute of Art
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