Updated CV

Summary

An administrative educator, instructional designer, and project manager with 2+ years of experience creating and facilitating transformative learning experiences centered on STE(A)M, ethics, and the global history of innovation. I approach every project with a balance of creativity and structure for smooth, sustainable collaboration amongst multiple personalities and workflow types. My background in scientific visualization allows me to communicate information with eye-catching graphics backed by data insights for effective marketing and branding. Organizing community programs, managing budgets, and tracking engagement early on has built a track record of strong follow-through and adaptable strategy. Past collaborations with organizations such as NASA Glenn Research Center and Ingenium: Canada reflect my commitment to making complex ideas accessible to people of all ages, backgrounds, and experience levels.

​​Experience​

JANUARY 2025 - JULY 2025

Manager of Education and Art Programs (Hybrid) | International Museum of Surgical Science | Chicago, IL

  • Head educator and administrator of educational endeavors: including organization of the volunteer and tour calendars, developing timelines and budgets for programs, and acting as department registrar.

  • Recruited, interviewed, and trained volunteers and education interns; prioritizing the development of professional skills and sustainable work ethic.

  • Curator of emerging artists and organizations to participate in fundraisers and community events.

  • Managed the coordination, load-in, and setup for museum events concerning education and creativity.

  • Conducted venue tours for clients planning weddings and corporate events.

AUGUST 2023 - DECEMBER 2024

Education and Events Coordinator (Hybrid) | International Museum of Surgical Science | Chicago, IL

  • Main docent and correspondent to organizations organizing field trips. collaborative workshops, and educational events.

  • Reworked group tours by conducting archival and historical research: making Museum information digestible to all ages and multiculturally representative.

  • Expanded the museum’s educational network by designing digital marketing, providing quality tour experiences, and acting as an ambassador at corporate events. 

  • Assumed the roles of photographer, video personality, editor, and graphic designer when designing social media posts and mailing lists. 

  • Fostered and maintained relationships with artists, stakeholders, and organizations to organize collaborative programming and fundraising initiatives.  

  • Handled artwork and artifacts while preparing galleries for curated exhibitions.

​​APRIL 2023 - AUGUST 2023

Docent | Floating Museum | Chicago, IL

  • Source of information and banter to visitors at EXPO Chicago and other installation pop-ups; discussing concepts of contemporary work about history, community, and heritage.  

  • Assisted with the handling, setup, and transport of large-scale inflatable sculptures and experiential installations. 

Featured Projects

  1. Health in Space: Daring to Explore Campaign

    Role: Collaborator, Marketing & Educational Support, Workshop Facilitator
    Brief: Partnered with the Canada Aviation and Space Museum on promoting an exhibit exploring astronaut healthcare through interactive learning. The campaign included an opening reception with NASA affiliated lecturers, NASA Family Day to boost visitor engagement with the exhibit, and workshop f0r museum professionals on educational exhibit design and curation.
    Tools: Adobe Express, Eventbrite, Event Coordination
    Impact: Designed marketing materials for cross-generational audiences, facilitated a successful workshop for museum professionals, coordinated volunteers and interactive educational activities.
    Takeaway: Honed communication techniques and exhibit marketing skills for diverse audiences.

  2. Sound Off: NASA Glenn Research Center Engineering Workshop

    Role: Program Lead & Facilitator
    Brief: Managed a NASA-funded acoustic engineering workshop for 5th–9th graders at the International Museum of Surgical Science.
    Tools: Eventbrite, Community Outreach, Budgeting, Grant Reporting, Canva
    Impact: Organized timelines, staff, and materials for multiple workshop sessions. Trained volunteers to assist with facilitation and record-taking. Fulfilled grant requirements; recording attendee demographics and student engineering processes.
    Takeaway: Strengthened stakeholder relations between the museum and NASA while building project management and data tracking skills through organized facilitation and grant reporting.

  3. International Museum of Surgical Science Educational Rebrand

    Role: Marketing Strategist, Graphic Designer, Facilitator, Researcher, Correspondent, Scheduler
    Brief: Revitalized the museum’s educational programming through updated tour scripts with multicultural representation, themed pop-up tours, and virtual tours for out-of-state schools. Many volunteers were recruited from local high-schools and universities whose students were inspired during their field trips.
    Tools: Email Marketing, Social Media Marketing, Canva, Zoom
    Impact: Expanded the museum’s global audience and increased field trip bookings from word-of-mouth recommendations and online traction.
    Takeaway: Developed project management and creative direction experience within historical and cultural education.

​​Education​ 

2019 - 2023

University of Illinois Chicago

​​B.F.A. in Art, Minor in Life Science Visualization

  • Cum Laude, 3.65/4.0 GPA

​​Skills

Creative: Graphic Design • Illustration • Data Visualization • Digital Photography • Video & Audio Editing • Concept Development

Strategic: Instructional Design • Project Management • Community Engagement • Interviewing & Staffing • Email Marketing • Workflow Development • Branding • SEO • Digital Marketing • Marketing Funnel • Copywriting • Data Analytics • Ethical AI Utilization

Technical: Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop,  Lightroom, After Effects, InDesign,  Express, XD)  • Google Workspace (Meet, Teams, Drive, Calendar, Analytics) • Microsoft 365 (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook) • Canva • Zoom • Squarespace • WordPress 

Soft Skills: Leadership • Time Management • Cross-Functional Collaboration • Problem-Solving • Public Speaking • Empathy • Communication • Adaptability • Work Ethic • Constructive Feedback • Relationship Building • Accountability

Volunteering

JUNE​ 2023 - AUGUST 2023

Volunteer Docent | Intl. Museum of Surgical Science | Chicago, IL

  • Studied the museum’s collection and facilitated group tours.

  • Assisted with the reception of visitors and financial bookkeeping.

APRIL 2022 - AUGUST 2022

Event Staff | Kenneth Young Center | Elk Grove Village, IL

  • Worked events with a focus on creating safe, accessible environments for a diverse range of attendees.

  • Assisted with the setup and takedown of stages, booths, lighting, and AV equipment. 

JANUARY 2019 - AUGUST 2019

Tutor | Campanelli Elementary School | Schaumburg, IL

  • English and math tutor for students in kindergarten through 6th grade.

  • Supported unmotivated students by developing healthy bonds and study plans on an individual basis.