Magnolia LaFleur
Los Angeles,CA
Summary
Detail-oriented individual with exceptional communication and project management skills. Proven ability to handle multiple tasks effectively and efficiently in fast-paced environments. Recognized for taking proactive approach to identifying and addressing issues, with focus on optimizing processes and supporting team objectives.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Symbolic Led workshops
Laguna Art Museum
01.2025
- Taught a workshop at LAM on symbolism & art
Teachers Assistant
Laguna College of Art & Design
01.2025
- Assist high-level fine art teachers in pre, during and post-class duties
Art Director of wellness art installation
American Rag Cie
Los Angeles, CA
01.2017
- Led concept, design, and execution of “MY HAPPY PLACE,” a public art installation installation promoting emotional well-being and unity.
- Designed branding, press materials, and managed a creative team.
- Oversaw PR outreach, media engagement, and spatial design
Art Instructor
The Getty Center
01.2025 - Current
- Guided drawing workshops at The Getty
Owner of paint and sip company
Art On The Run
01.2016 - Current
- Offer a diverse array of painting classes to Angelenos, including a mindfulness-based session that fosters mental well-being by exploring the connection between art and emotional awareness. I conduct art parties in private homes and businesses including Google, , Nike, Adidas, Live Nation, Netflix, Los Angeles Country Club, Channel Island Yacht Club, Wilshire Country Club
Food & Culture Writer-Contract
Long Beach Business Journal and the Long Beach Post
Long Beach, CA
01.2023 - 02.2024
Community Writer-Contract
Westside Current and The Santa Monica Daily News
Los Angeles
01.2023 - 01.2024
Community Writer-Contract
Orange County Register
Orange County, CA
11.2022 - 01.2023
- Covered local news in Huntington Beach, Fullerton and Orange.
Senior Staff Writer
Palisadian-Post
Los Angeles, CA
09.2021 - 01.2022
- Lead writer on a reporting team covering the entire Pacific Palisades area of 28,811 people.
- Published in:
- NOVICA National Geographic
- Sublime Magazine London, England
- Oxford London's Poetry magazine “ASH”
Retired Professional Track & Field Athlete
Trinidad & Tobago
01.2007 - 01.2020
- Los Angeles, CA- UCLA
- Olympic trials finalist 2012-2016 Olympic Development Athlete
- Represent the country at National & International Competitions
Education
MFA - Fine Art
Laguna College of Art and Design
01-2025
Bachelor of Art - Print Journalism, Minor Communication –Speech Forensics
Cal State University Long Beach (CSULB)
01-2007
International Business Certificate - undefined
London, England01-2005
Associate of Art Degree - Communications- Speech Forensics
Mount San Antonio College (Mount SAC)
Walnut, CA01-2004
Skills
- Friendly, positive attitude
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Customer service
- Problem-solving
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Full Professional
Timeline
Symbolic Led workshops
Laguna Art Museum
01.2025
Teachers Assistant
Laguna College of Art & Design
01.2025
Art Instructor
The Getty Center
01.2025 - Current
Food & Culture Writer-Contract
Long Beach Business Journal and the Long Beach Post
01.2023 - 02.2024
Community Writer-Contract
Westside Current and The Santa Monica Daily News
01.2023 - 01.2024
Community Writer-Contract
Orange County Register
11.2022 - 01.2023
Senior Staff Writer
Palisadian-Post
09.2021 - 01.2022
Art Director of wellness art installation
American Rag Cie
01.2017
Owner of paint and sip company
Art On The Run
01.2016 - Current
Retired Professional Track & Field Athlete
01.2007 - 01.2020
Bachelor of Art - Print Journalism, Minor Communication –Speech Forensics
Cal State University Long Beach (CSULB)
International Business Certificate - undefined
Associate of Art Degree - Communications- Speech Forensics
Mount San Antonio College (Mount SAC)
MFA - Fine Art
Laguna College of Art and Design