TAYLOR MARSHALL
Tucson,AZ
Summary
Creative professional with in-depth knowledge and multifaceted abilities. Skillful supporting operations for both public and private galleries and museums. Thoughtful individual with superb leadership and diverse experience in the arts dedicated to facilitating collaborations between artists, institutions, and their communities.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Visitor Services Supervisor
Tucson Museum Of Art And Historic Block
02.2023 - Current
- Maintained positive customer relations by addressing problems head-on and implementing successful corrective actions.
- Maintained professional demeanor by staying calm when addressing unhappy or angry customers.
- Opened and closed location and monitored shift changes to uphold successful operations strategies and maximize business success.
- Established team priorities, maintained schedules and monitored performance.
- Cultivated positive rapport with fellow employees to boost company morale and promote employee retention.
Assistant Curator
Phoenix Institute of Contemporary Art
01.2021 - Current
- Established working relationships with emerging and established artists to develop exhibition programming
- Supported artist goals with corresponding action plans and timelines
- Set realistic expectations with artists to consistently deliver on expectations
- Offered friendly and efficient service to artists, handled challenging situations with ease
- Maintained open communication with artists and director to foster positive relations and provide updates on issues
- Worked closely with director to provide effective assistance for specific aspects of gallery operations.
Museum Educator
Tucson Museum Of Art And Historic Block
08.2022 - Current
- Chose materials and developed lesson plans to enhance skills for individual students
- Differentiated instruction to meet needs of diverse learners
- Exemplified positive behavior for children by assisting with learning, moving around to manage classroom and maintain safety
- Monitored and assessed understanding of difficult concepts and adjusted lesson accordingly
- Fostered student curiosity and interest through creative hands-on activities
- Shifted between formal and informal methods of teaching to keep students engaged.
Director
Gone Tomorrow Gallery
- Developed and maintained relationships with artists and clientele, traveled to meet with clients and artists
- Created arts organization's seasonal performance and exhibition program and selected performers and artists for upcoming events
- Promoted events and exhibits via social media, email, and other communication methods
- Networked at creative events to identify new talent and artistic works in local areas
- Assisted in planning, implementation, and oversight of exhibitions
- Collaborated with community art directors and organizers to establish and promote art programs
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness, and willingness to help wherever needed.
Museum Associate
Tucson Museum of Art
01.2022 - Current
- Answered questions, pointed out important features, and offered further details about special exhibits to educate visitors
- Provided information about current and future events at facility
- Assisted at front desk and handled purchases at museum store
- Trained new associates on cash register operations, conducting customer transactions and balancing drawer
- Coached employees and trained on methods for handling various aspects of sales, complicated issues, and difficult customers
- Answered multi-line phone system to respond to inquiries and transfer calls to correct departments and personnel.
Museum Assistant
Mesa Contemporary Arts Museum
- Maintained files and records by implementing effective filing systems that boosted efficiency and organization
- Researched and studied on topics that pertained to exhibition programming
- Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships
- Greeted guests professionally and courteously to cultivate welcoming atmosphere while making safety top priority
- Answered phones and assisted callers with inquiries.
Intern
Mesa Contemporary Arts Museum
- Closely evaluated artifacts, documenting characteristics, measurements, and cultural importance of each piece
- Entered information about museum collections into computer databases
- Managed packing, shipping, and receiving of gallery art and other mail and packages
- Photographed and catalogued diverse works to prepare for upcoming exhibitions
- Engaged in hands-on training with museum's curatorial team to advance curatorial skills in real-world setting
- Worked with preparator to complete maintenance and installations projects.
Intern
Lubov
- Delivered clerical support by handling range of routine and special requirements
- Reviewed related literature and conducted investigations to support research efforts
- Performed minor wall repair and gallery maintenance
- Personally coordinated with artists to transport packaged art over short and long distances
- Monitored inventory of gallery operations supplies and replenished items to maintain required stock
- Developed gallery operations, customer service and marketing skills to enhance gallery management knowledge.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Art History
Arizona State University
Tempe, AZ05.2023
Bachelor of Arts - Art Studies
Arizona State University
Tempe, AZ05.2023
Associate of Arts - Fine Arts
Maricopa Community Colleges - Mesa Community College
Mesa, AZ05.2020
Skills
- Creative Team Leadership
- Operations Management
- Administrative Support
- Maintaining Documents and Records
- Database Researching
- Exhibit Preparation
- Digital Content Development
- Admissions and Registrations
- Analytical and Critical Thinking
- Tact and Diplomacy
- Interpersonal Communication
- Literacy Skills
Timeline
Visitor Services Supervisor
Tucson Museum Of Art And Historic Block
02.2023 - Current
Museum Educator
Tucson Museum Of Art And Historic Block
08.2022 - Current
Museum Associate
Tucson Museum of Art
01.2022 - Current
Assistant Curator
Phoenix Institute of Contemporary Art
01.2021 - Current
Director
Gone Tomorrow Gallery
Museum Assistant
Mesa Contemporary Arts Museum
Intern
Mesa Contemporary Arts Museum
Intern
Lubov
Bachelor of Arts - Art History
Arizona State University
Bachelor of Arts - Art Studies
Arizona State University
Associate of Arts - Fine Arts
Maricopa Community Colleges - Mesa Community College
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