Janowsky Resume
Susan Janowsky
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Somerville, MA 02143
ART WORLD EXPERIENCE
Skinner Auctioneers & Appraisers, Boston, MA June 2019–April 2020
Auction Coordinator
Demonstrated exceptional crisis management skills during live auctions
Increased productivity and efficiency with implementation of daily morning meeting
Created record keeping protocol for aged inventory and applied structure to alert clients
Introduced performance reviews to my staff and opened lines of communication for feedback
Consistently met deadlines well in advance within tight turnarounds
Earned a merit-based raise at the six-month mark
Interviewed, hired, trained, and managed team of 13 auction assistants
Provided excellent client experience; processed payments, client pick-ups, and consignor drop-offs
Handled material ranging from ceramics and rare manuscripts to paintings and furniture
Catalogued ceramics and bronzes in the 20th Century Design department
Utilized RFC, HelpScout, and Outlook
Unbound Visual Arts, Brighton, MA Jan. 2019–May 2019
Guest Art Curator
Curated “Peace in Her Time,” March 8-April 29, 2019 at the Honan-Allston Library Art Gallery
Moderated artist panel at gallery opening and wrote an article post-discussion
Reviewed art submissions, communicated with artists, designed exhibit layout
Wrote curator’s statement, artwork labels, interpretive statements, press release materials
Led installation, prepared exhibition program, organized exhibition catalogue
Guild of Boston Artists, Boston, MA Jan. 2019–May 2019
Gallery Administration Intern
Inventory management, website maintenance, research, archive management
Assisted with events, scheduling and daily operations of non-profit gallery
Securely packed artwork for transit
Reinvigorated the previously outdated brochure for the first time in years
Employed Artsy, Instagram, Facebook, and Constant Contact
Design Museum Foundation, Boston, MA Jan. 2019–May 2019
Exhibition Development Intern
Researched, wrote, edited exhibition material; collected content
Helped develop exhibition design for traveling shows
Assisted with events, installation, day-to-day tasks
Interviewed Roseann Sdoia-Materia, Boston marathon survivor
Transcribed and edited interviews, including Phil Freelon, architect
ASC Tiffany Windows Education Center, Boston, MA May 2018–Jan. 2019
Education Coordinator
Designed and implemented educational programs about Tiffany and local art history
Wrote grants (awarded $250,000 from the National Fund for Sacred Places)
Designed social media campaign and launched inaugural instagram account
EDUCATION
Tufts University, Medford, MA Completed May 2018
Bachelor of Arts: Anthropology, Art History
Involvement: Animal Welfare Club, Hillel Student Board, Alpine Ski Team, Art History Society, Tufts Institute for Human Animal Interaction, Relay for Life, campus photographer
RELEVANT COURSEWORK
Art Historical Theories & Methods • Museums of Boston • Impressionism & Post-Impressionism • Medieval & Renaissance Books • Armenian Art, Architecture & Politics • Mediterranean Renaissance • Viking Art History • Indigenous Ethnographies • Prehistoric Archaeology • Intro to World Art I & II • Journalism • Persuasive Writing
Susan Janowsky
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CONFERENCES
MW2019, MuseWeb, Boston, MA April 2019
A five-day conference exploring sites of digital innovation in the museum field. MW meetings explore advanced research and exemplary applications of digital practice for cultural, natural and scientific heritage. Participated in the following workshops/forums:
The Design for Diversity Toolkit: Inclusive Information Systems in Museums
Uncovering Art Historians' Perceptions, Attitudes, Biases, and Fears Surrounding Social Media
The Museum Collection as Storytelling Hub
Cultural Collections as Data: Aiming for Digital Data Literacy and Tool Development
Using Digital Technology to Re-imagine Exhibitions
How User Tests Informed an Accessibility Plan Including and Beyond the Museum
Arts Equity Summit, Arts Connect International, Inc. , Boston, MA March 2019
A three-day summit and arts-integrated experience examining issues of equity both in, and through, the arts. Participated in the following workshops:
Arts Equity in Education: fostering equitable access and cultural responsiveness
Loop-breaking: creating a virtuous cycle of public art production
Art Therapy: exploration and pursuit of meaning making through art
ADDITIONAL EXPERIENCE
Girl Scouts of Eastern Massachusetts, Boston, MA June 2018–Jan. 2019
Community Program Facilitator
Empowered young women to develop the tools and voice to become strong leaders
Taught social and emotional management, financial literacy and entrepreneurial skills, environmental citizenship, and STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Math)
Adapted teaching methods to meet students’ varying needs
Kriddr, Boston, MA Jan. 2018–June 2018
Director of Outreach to Nonprofits and Shelters
Kriddr: mobile app servicing and connecting pet business and pet owners
Established relationships with New England rescue and shelter groups
Educated partners on how to communicate the app’s functions to their audience
Created messaging, communication and marketing designed to educate multiple audiences
Jane Goodall Institute, remote Sept. 2017–May 2018
Roots & Shoots Intern
Created conservation-focused education materials distributed to educators globally
Wrote and edited articles for Jane Goodall’s blog, Good For All News
Guided students through the steps to complete multiple service learning projects
Mentored Concord Middle School R&S to nurture compassionate leadership skills
Esplanade Association, Boston, MA May 2017–Sept. 2017
Programs Assistant
Orchestrated communication, logistics, and operations of public park programs; photographer
Point person for Children in the Park program (providing recreational activity for urban youth)
Helped create educational guides and scavenger hunts for the family adventures program
Supervised and set up for volunteer groups and free public programming
VCA City Cats Hospital, Arlington, MA Dec. 2016–May 2017
Veterinary Assistant
Took patient histories, assisted in procedures, performed restraint holds, operated x-ray equipment
Booked appointments, logged prescriptions, and billed clients using veterinary software
Bronx Zoo Camel Barn, New York, NY Summer 2015 and 2016
Seasonal Associate
Served as care provider for camels; fed, groomed, saddled, walked animals; cleaned their enclosures
Responsible for educating the public about camels and the Wildlife Conservation Society mission
Routinely lifted 50 pounds
Program for Belize Archaeological Project, Orange Walk, Belize June 2015–July 2015
Student Field Researcher
Excavated, photographed, sketched, took measurements, and kept records for two Maya sites
Susan Janowsky
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Somerville, MA 02143
ART WORLD EXPERIENCE
Skinner Auctioneers & Appraisers, Boston, MA June 2019–April 2020
Auction Coordinator
Demonstrated exceptional crisis management skills during live auctions
Increased productivity and efficiency with implementation of daily morning meeting
Created record keeping protocol for aged inventory and applied structure to alert clients
Introduced performance reviews to my staff and opened lines of communication for feedback
Consistently met deadlines well in advance within tight turnarounds
Earned a merit-based raise at the six-month mark
Interviewed, hired, trained, and managed team of 13 auction assistants
Provided excellent client experience; processed payments, client pick-ups, and consignor drop-offs
Handled material ranging from ceramics and rare manuscripts to paintings and furniture
Catalogued ceramics and bronzes in the 20th Century Design department
Utilized RFC, HelpScout, and Outlook
Unbound Visual Arts, Brighton, MA Jan. 2019–May 2019
Guest Art Curator
Curated “Peace in Her Time,” March 8-April 29, 2019 at the Honan-Allston Library Art Gallery
Moderated artist panel at gallery opening and wrote an article post-discussion
Reviewed art submissions, communicated with artists, designed exhibit layout
Wrote curator’s statement, artwork labels, interpretive statements, press release materials
Led installation, prepared exhibition program, organized exhibition catalogue
Guild of Boston Artists, Boston, MA Jan. 2019–May 2019
Gallery Administration Intern
Inventory management, website maintenance, research, archive management
Assisted with events, scheduling and daily operations of non-profit gallery
Securely packed artwork for transit
Reinvigorated the previously outdated brochure for the first time in years
Employed Artsy, Instagram, Facebook, and Constant Contact
Design Museum Foundation, Boston, MA Jan. 2019–May 2019
Exhibition Development Intern
Researched, wrote, edited exhibition material; collected content
Helped develop exhibition design for traveling shows
Assisted with events, installation, day-to-day tasks
Interviewed Roseann Sdoia-Materia, Boston marathon survivor
Transcribed and edited interviews, including Phil Freelon, architect
ASC Tiffany Windows Education Center, Boston, MA May 2018–Jan. 2019
Education Coordinator
Designed and implemented educational programs about Tiffany and local art history
Wrote grants (awarded $250,000 from the National Fund for Sacred Places)
Designed social media campaign and launched inaugural instagram account
EDUCATION
Tufts University, Medford, MA Completed May 2018
Bachelor of Arts: Anthropology, Art History
Involvement: Animal Welfare Club, Hillel Student Board, Alpine Ski Team, Art History Society, Tufts Institute for Human Animal Interaction, Relay for Life, campus photographer
RELEVANT COURSEWORK
Art Historical Theories & Methods • Museums of Boston • Impressionism & Post-Impressionism • Medieval & Renaissance Books • Armenian Art, Architecture & Politics • Mediterranean Renaissance • Viking Art History • Indigenous Ethnographies • Prehistoric Archaeology • Intro to World Art I & II • Journalism • Persuasive Writing
Susan Janowsky
------------ • ------------
CONFERENCES
MW2019, MuseWeb, Boston, MA April 2019
A five-day conference exploring sites of digital innovation in the museum field. MW meetings explore advanced research and exemplary applications of digital practice for cultural, natural and scientific heritage. Participated in the following workshops/forums:
The Design for Diversity Toolkit: Inclusive Information Systems in Museums
Uncovering Art Historians' Perceptions, Attitudes, Biases, and Fears Surrounding Social Media
The Museum Collection as Storytelling Hub
Cultural Collections as Data: Aiming for Digital Data Literacy and Tool Development
Using Digital Technology to Re-imagine Exhibitions
How User Tests Informed an Accessibility Plan Including and Beyond the Museum
Arts Equity Summit, Arts Connect International, Inc. , Boston, MA March 2019
A three-day summit and arts-integrated experience examining issues of equity both in, and through, the arts. Participated in the following workshops:
Arts Equity in Education: fostering equitable access and cultural responsiveness
Loop-breaking: creating a virtuous cycle of public art production
Art Therapy: exploration and pursuit of meaning making through art
ADDITIONAL EXPERIENCE
Girl Scouts of Eastern Massachusetts, Boston, MA June 2018–Jan. 2019
Community Program Facilitator
Empowered young women to develop the tools and voice to become strong leaders
Taught social and emotional management, financial literacy and entrepreneurial skills, environmental citizenship, and STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Math)
Adapted teaching methods to meet students’ varying needs
Kriddr, Boston, MA Jan. 2018–June 2018
Director of Outreach to Nonprofits and Shelters
Kriddr: mobile app servicing and connecting pet business and pet owners
Established relationships with New England rescue and shelter groups
Educated partners on how to communicate the app’s functions to their audience
Created messaging, communication and marketing designed to educate multiple audiences
Jane Goodall Institute, remote Sept. 2017–May 2018
Roots & Shoots Intern
Created conservation-focused education materials distributed to educators globally
Wrote and edited articles for Jane Goodall’s blog, Good For All News
Guided students through the steps to complete multiple service learning projects
Mentored Concord Middle School R&S to nurture compassionate leadership skills
Esplanade Association, Boston, MA May 2017–Sept. 2017
Programs Assistant
Orchestrated communication, logistics, and operations of public park programs; photographer
Point person for Children in the Park program (providing recreational activity for urban youth)
Helped create educational guides and scavenger hunts for the family adventures program
Supervised and set up for volunteer groups and free public programming
VCA City Cats Hospital, Arlington, MA Dec. 2016–May 2017
Veterinary Assistant
Took patient histories, assisted in procedures, performed restraint holds, operated x-ray equipment
Booked appointments, logged prescriptions, and billed clients using veterinary software
Bronx Zoo Camel Barn, New York, NY Summer 2015 and 2016
Seasonal Associate
Served as care provider for camels; fed, groomed, saddled, walked animals; cleaned their enclosures
Responsible for educating the public about camels and the Wildlife Conservation Society mission
Routinely lifted 50 pounds
Program for Belize Archaeological Project, Orange Walk, Belize June 2015–July 2015
Student Field Researcher
Excavated, photographed, sketched, took measurements, and kept records for two Maya sites