Mark Albain
Cincinnati,Ohio
Summary
Focused Project Manager adept at planning, directing and maintaining continuous operations in various departments. Experienced in directing manufacturing employees and keeping efficient production in accordance with quality standards. Applying creative and analytical approach to operations for continuous process improvement. Skilled at identifying or anticipating problems and providing solutions. Excels through mentoring, training and empowering team to excel in performance.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Master Framer/Co-Founder
Objectif Alchemy Studio
01.2022 - Current
- Objectif Alchemy is an Bespoke Framing and Design studio focused on building connections and collaborations with Artists, Providing clients with quality custom framing solutions for their collections or exhibitions.
- Manage Design and production of 30+ framed artworks each month.
- Coordinate installation of framed works with artists and gallery directors.
- Constantly improving and implementing new processes to streamline production
Craftsmen
Haywood Remodel
01.2023 - Current
- Read and interpreted blueprints and construction documents to determine project directives.
- Plan projects by identifying necessary equipment, tools, and required assistance.
- Keep tools, equipment and work areas properly maintained.
Adjunct Professor
University of Dayton
01.2022 - 01.2023
- Encouraged class discussions by building discussions into lessons, actively soliciting input, asking open-ended questions and using techniques to track student participation.
- Developed curriculum standards, lesson plans and syllabi.
- Built relationships with students, mentoring on personal, professional and academic goals while providing coaching on effective study habits.
- Taught diverse student population by employing various learning styles and abilities.
- Taught Photography courses, providing instruction to up to 30 undergraduate students each semester
Master Framer
ADC Fine Art
01.2021 - 01.2022
- Selected frame materials based on customer budgets, taste and specific needs of each project.
- Matched frame designs to existing décor or specific interior design styles.
- Created custom frames to meet needs of individual customers.
- Managed production of framed works including ordering appropriate material and ensuring inventory is stocked.
Adjunct Professor
Art Academy of Cincinnati
01.2020 - 04.2021
- Encouraged class discussions by building discussions into lessons, actively soliciting input, asking open-ended questions and using techniques to track student participation.
- Developed curriculum standards, lesson plans and syllabi.
- Taught diverse student population by employing various learning styles and abilities.
Design Consultant/Production Manager
Robin Imaging
01.2020 - 01.2021
- Created streamlined production schedules and collaborated with production employees to communicate objectives and goals.
- Standardized production procedures, job roles, and quality assurance guidelines.
- Resolved issues quickly to maintain productivity goals.
- Followed up with customers about resolved issues to maintain high standards of customer service.
- Trained new personnel regarding company operations, policies and services.
Gallery Staff
DAAP Galleries
01.2017 - 01.2018
- Installation and deinstallations of exhibitions, maintaining current exhibitions and preparing for upcoming exhibitions, as well as educating visitors about the exhibitions in each space.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Demonstrated a high level of initiative and creativity while tackling difficult tasks.
Education
MFA - Studio Art
DAAP, University of Cincinnati
Cincinnati, Ohio01.2019
BFA - Photography
University of Dayton
Dayton, Ohio01.2013
Skills
- Project Management
- Production Scheduling
- Adobe Creative Suite
- File management
- Equipment Maintenance
- Inventory Management
- Project tracking
- Work flow planning
- Project development
- Visual storytelling
- Graphic presentations
- Experience with design software
- Print production
- Design implementation
- Design collaboration
- Customer consultations
Awards
- Leap Grant Funding, Main Street Ventures, 01/24
- Call for Entry Featured Project, 2024 Fotofocus biennial, 01/23
- Wolfstein Travel Fellowship, University of Cincinnati, 01/18
Freelance Project work
- Project Manager, Chip Thomas Mural, Cincinnati, Ohio, 01/24
- Freelance Preparator, NKU Galleries, Highland Heights, Kentucky, 01/22, 05/23
- Freelance Preparator, Michael Lowe Gallery, Cincinnati, Ohio, 01/22
- Freelance Preparator, Rainbow Gallery, Cincinnati, Ohio, 01/20, 12/22
- Gallery Intern, Manifest Galleries, Cincinnati, Ohio, 01/13
Timeline
Craftsmen
Haywood Remodel
01.2023 - Current
Master Framer/Co-Founder
Objectif Alchemy Studio
01.2022 - Current
Adjunct Professor
University of Dayton
01.2022 - 01.2023
Master Framer
ADC Fine Art
01.2021 - 01.2022
Adjunct Professor
Art Academy of Cincinnati
01.2020 - 04.2021
Design Consultant/Production Manager
Robin Imaging
01.2020 - 01.2021
Gallery Staff
DAAP Galleries
01.2017 - 01.2018
BFA - Photography
University of Dayton
MFA - Studio Art
DAAP, University of Cincinnati
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