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Education
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Steve Cole

Steve Cole

Director of Programs Administration
Decatur,GA

Summary

I am a seasoned professional who thrives in an environment that demands teamwork, creativity and organization. I've a keen eye for detail which renders me highly attentive to the needs of others, both customers and colleagues alike. My superiors, co-workers and friends describe me as even tempered, organized, flexible and prepared. In my position as Director of Programs Administration at Callanwolde Fine Arts Center, I've become adept in organizational skills and program scheduling. I've spearheaded curriculum development and facilitated seamless interdepartmental coordination, enhancing class offerings and student engagement. I provide exceptional customer service and administration, significently contributing to Callanwolde's adaptability during COVID-19. I'm proficient in Microsoft Office suite, demonstrating exceptional attention to detail and professionalism.

Overview

34
34
years of professional experience

Work History

Director of Programs Administration

Callanwolde Fine Arts Center
03.2017 - Current

Responsible for overseeing administration of Callanwolde Fine Art Centers class offerings.

  • Develops and coordinates a multi-disciplinary class curriculum.
  • Plans the schedule of classes and coordinates room schedules for four sessions of classes annually for children and adults in the visual and literary arts.
  • Organizes quarterly catalog of classes, writes course descriptions and coordinates with Callanwolde staff for content.
  • Communicates and wors closely with Development, Rentals and Partner Organizations on scheduling and room requirements.
  • Monitors class registrations to ensure all classes meet minimum enrollment. Communicates with instructors and students about class statuses.
  • Enrolls students and accepts payment for classes, reconciles students accounts and processes refunds.
  • Communicate with instructors and students about classes.
  • Approves instructor hours for payroll. Communicates with Finance Director to resolve issues.
  • Orders supplies and materials for classes.
  • Reviews financial aid applications and communicates with students about outcome.
  • Facilitates a quarterly New Student Orientation to acquaint new students to Callanwolde.
  • Cultivates, maintains and promotes new and existing partnerships with area organizations.
  • Organizes and curates a one night student art show.
  • Organizes and curates an art sale featuring over 60 Callanwolde instructors and students as part of a fundraising Holiday event.
  • Attends meetings and events as needed, including evenings and weekends.
  • Gives group and individual tours of Callanwolde.


Highlights and Achievements

  • Helped to develop a plan to allow Callanwolde to continue classes and studio access to students during COVID-19.
  • Developed a New Student Orientation to inform students about Callanwoldes history, class locations and other useful information.
  • Portrayed Santa Clause for the past three years during Callanwolde's Winter House fundraising event.




Arts Education Assistant

Callanwolde Fine Arts Center
07.2013 - 02.2017

Under the supervision of the Arts Education Director, performed a variety of duties and responsibilities involved in enrolling students in arts classes.

  • Completed enrollment from start to finish.
  • Notified instructors of class enrollment.
  • Compiled and distributed class rosters to instructors.
  • Reviewed student records to ensure correct information. Updated information as needed.
  • Prepared a variety of records and reports regarding student enrollment.

Rehabilitation Employment Specialist

Georgia Vocational Rehabilitation
10.2005 - 07.2013
  • Met with clients to determine work goals. Assisted with job applications, resumes and interviewing skills.
  • Met with employers to determine hiring needs and to advocate for VR clients.
  • Facilitated a client workshop administering a variety of assessments.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Fine Art

Shorter College
Rome, GA
05.1989

Skills

  • Excellent Customer Service
  • Organizational Skills
  • Administration knowledge
  • Professionalism
  • Written Communication
  • Program Scheduling
  • Budget coordination
  • Interdepartmental Coordination
  • Program Requirements
  • Proficient in Word, Excel and Outlook
  • Attention to Detail

Career Highlights

For the past three years, I have had the great pleasure, joy and honor of portraying Santa Clause as part of Callanwolde Fine Arts Center's Winter House, which is the main fundraising event. I had performed in amateur theater productions before coming to Callanwolde, but being Santa was a new experience for me. As the years progressed, we added Pet Photos with Santa and a Sensory Santa. Sensory Santa is a visit with Santa for neurodivergent kids who cannot tolerate traditional visits with bright lights, loud music and lots of commotion. Accommodations are put in place to reduce the lights and noise. The opportunity to be Santa provided a creative outlet that I had missed the 11 years of living in Atlanta.

Timeline

Director of Programs Administration

Callanwolde Fine Arts Center
03.2017 - Current

Arts Education Assistant

Callanwolde Fine Arts Center
07.2013 - 02.2017

Rehabilitation Employment Specialist

Georgia Vocational Rehabilitation
10.2005 - 07.2013

Bachelor of Arts - Fine Art

Shorter College
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