Jessica Sokol Resume - Art Assistant
PROFILE
Self-motivated and resourceful MA in Art Business graduate. Versatile skill set with expertise in social media, marketing, writing, art sales and consignment, inventory, handling, installation and shipping. Creative spirit with focus on organization and detail.
RELEVANT EXPERIENCE
PARTNER, THE STUDIO AT MACK & RO; BLACK ROCK, CT — 2017-PRESENT
Manage logistics, marketing and development initiatives for art gallery and studio. Oversee marketing, social media strategy, website and email list. Responsible for outreach to art galleries, collectors, retail stores and other sales channels. Create invites and graphics in various design programs. Strategize commissions and original designs for various projects, including interiors and home product categories. Assist with visual presentation creation and prep for photo shoots, installations within residential and retail spaces, and events. Manage artwork inventory, categorizing, and pricing. Manage handling, packing and delivery/shipping of artwork. Knowledgeable in framing and hanging.
ASSISTANT DIRECTOR OF ALUMNI ENGAGEMENT, SOTHEBY'S INSTITUTE OF ART; NEW YORK, NY — 2011-2013
Planned, implemented and managed all programs and events associated with Sotheby’s global Alumni Association. Cultivated and connected network of art professionals including gallerists, consultants, art fair directors and museum professionals. Managed all aspects of event planning and execution including but not limited to booking venues, coordinating travel and logistics, overseeing budget, staffing, marketing and outreach. Initiated and implemented new alumni events, including Alumni Reception in Paris during FIAC, first partnership with Louise Blouin Creative Leadership Summit, and Art Basel Miami alumni programing. Managed alumni lists, mailings, reporting and event follow-up. Attended major art fairs in United States and abroad.
ADMISSIONS COUNSELOR, SOTHEBY'S INSTITUTE OF ART; NEW YORK, NY - 2011
Planned and carried out recruitment and information sessions at over 60 universities across the United States and abroad. Initiated recruitment activities in partnership with Sotheby’s Auction House worldwide. Coordinated marketing materials, targeted lists, and email blasts. Fielded inquiries and documented follow-up with prospective MA students. Managed all travel and event booking logistics.
SPECIAL EVENTS ASSISTANT, THE FREER AND SACKLER GALLERIES, SMITHSONIAN INSTITUTION; WASHINGTON, DC - 2006
Provided support for development department, with respect to special events. Active in fundraising by soliciting event sponsorship and following up with existing donors. Managed printed materials and mailings, including invitations, sponsorship proposals and acknowledgments. Assisted in establishing event budgets, managing invoices and tracking donations in Raiser’s Edge database.
EDUCATION
Sotheby’s Institute of Art, London — MA Art Business, 2006
The College of William & Mary - BA Art History, 2005
SKILLS & OTHER RELEVANT EXPERIENCE
Mac computer
MS Word, Excel, Photoshop, InDesign, Lightroom and other editing tools
Social Media, with expertise in Instagram and content creation
Shopify
Excellent writing and verbal communication skills
Muscarelle Museum of Art - The New York Times Photo Archives Exhibition intern
Louvre - Museum Studies abroad program
PROFILE
Self-motivated and resourceful MA in Art Business graduate. Versatile skill set with expertise in social media, marketing, writing, art sales and consignment, inventory, handling, installation and shipping. Creative spirit with focus on organization and detail.
RELEVANT EXPERIENCE
PARTNER, THE STUDIO AT MACK & RO; BLACK ROCK, CT — 2017-PRESENT
Manage logistics, marketing and development initiatives for art gallery and studio. Oversee marketing, social media strategy, website and email list. Responsible for outreach to art galleries, collectors, retail stores and other sales channels. Create invites and graphics in various design programs. Strategize commissions and original designs for various projects, including interiors and home product categories. Assist with visual presentation creation and prep for photo shoots, installations within residential and retail spaces, and events. Manage artwork inventory, categorizing, and pricing. Manage handling, packing and delivery/shipping of artwork. Knowledgeable in framing and hanging.
ASSISTANT DIRECTOR OF ALUMNI ENGAGEMENT, SOTHEBY'S INSTITUTE OF ART; NEW YORK, NY — 2011-2013
Planned, implemented and managed all programs and events associated with Sotheby’s global Alumni Association. Cultivated and connected network of art professionals including gallerists, consultants, art fair directors and museum professionals. Managed all aspects of event planning and execution including but not limited to booking venues, coordinating travel and logistics, overseeing budget, staffing, marketing and outreach. Initiated and implemented new alumni events, including Alumni Reception in Paris during FIAC, first partnership with Louise Blouin Creative Leadership Summit, and Art Basel Miami alumni programing. Managed alumni lists, mailings, reporting and event follow-up. Attended major art fairs in United States and abroad.
ADMISSIONS COUNSELOR, SOTHEBY'S INSTITUTE OF ART; NEW YORK, NY - 2011
Planned and carried out recruitment and information sessions at over 60 universities across the United States and abroad. Initiated recruitment activities in partnership with Sotheby’s Auction House worldwide. Coordinated marketing materials, targeted lists, and email blasts. Fielded inquiries and documented follow-up with prospective MA students. Managed all travel and event booking logistics.
SPECIAL EVENTS ASSISTANT, THE FREER AND SACKLER GALLERIES, SMITHSONIAN INSTITUTION; WASHINGTON, DC - 2006
Provided support for development department, with respect to special events. Active in fundraising by soliciting event sponsorship and following up with existing donors. Managed printed materials and mailings, including invitations, sponsorship proposals and acknowledgments. Assisted in establishing event budgets, managing invoices and tracking donations in Raiser’s Edge database.
EDUCATION
Sotheby’s Institute of Art, London — MA Art Business, 2006
The College of William & Mary - BA Art History, 2005
SKILLS & OTHER RELEVANT EXPERIENCE
Mac computer
MS Word, Excel, Photoshop, InDesign, Lightroom and other editing tools
Social Media, with expertise in Instagram and content creation
Shopify
Excellent writing and verbal communication skills
Muscarelle Museum of Art - The New York Times Photo Archives Exhibition intern
Louvre - Museum Studies abroad program