Jules Jackson
University of Tennessee at Chattanooga
Chattanooga, TN | ------------ | ------------
Experience
August 2019 - December 2019
Teaching and Research Assistant | University of Tennessee at Chattanooga
During the fall 2019 semester, I was lucky enough to work with Dr. Olivia Wolf as a Teaching and Research Assistant for the History of Western Art from Prehistoric Through Medieval course. I worked closely with Dr. Wolf to develop the course curriculum by undertaking two independent research projects and presenting my research to the class. I also provided lecture support and class leadership during two class periods when Dr. Wolf was attending a research conference; helped provide classroom moderation during regular lecture periods; provided proctoring support during quizzes and tests; and counselled students on study habits, research and essay-writing.
June 2018 – July 2018
Assistant (Volunteer) | LIT Gallery
While working with the LIT Gallery in St. Elmo, I helped to organize the exhibition Surreal Deal. This included marketing (distributing printed materials and advertisements for the exhibition), installation of work in the gallery space, and communication with featured artists. I was privileged enough to work closely with Leah Dalton (co-owner of the LIT Gallery), who taught me the principles of installation and exhibition curation.
September 2016 – August 2017
Guest Advocate (Cashier and Front of Store Attendant) | Target
At Target I was trained as a cashier and customer service associate. This gave me a variety of skills, including good communication and problem-solving; organization and time management; successful salesmanship; and innovation. Working in a retail environment taught me how to handle fast-paced, high-stress conditions with grace, and left me with a renewed appreciation for teamwork as well as increased confidence and independence. I was also trained to work in the Target Cafe.
Exhibitions and Art Shows
- Dialogues Chattanooga Virtual Exhibition, Upcoming
- Year of the Metal Rat, Cress Gallery, January 2020
- Chattanooga Zine Fest 2019
- #AVAPOPUP2019
- Cress Gallery Juried Student Exhibition January 2019
- Inside the Studio, Apothecary Gallery
- Figuring It Out, Townsend Atelier
Education
- University of Tennessee at Chattanooga:
Currently working towards a Bachelor of Fine Arts degree in Painting and Drawing. Coursework in my major has given me a keen eye for aesthetics, as well as helping me develop my critical thinking and creative problem-solving skills.
4.0 GPA, featured on the Dean’s List for Fall 2018 and Spring 2019, with a place of honor for Spring 2019.
- Austin Peay State University; Clarkesville, Tennessee:
3.6 GPA, featured on the Dean’s List for Spring 2016.
- Chattanooga State Community College; Chattanooga, Tennessee:
4.0 GPA.
Attended Life Drawing I & II as dual enrollment coursework and was featured in the juried student exhibition.
Other Positions
- Vice President of the Art History Association+ Club at UTC: During the 2019-2020 academic year, I have worked to kickstart the new, student-led Art History Association+ club at the University of Tennessee at Chattanooga. Our mission is to create a supportive space in which humanities education and resources can be made more accessible. In the Spring 2020 semester, I doubled club attendance through leadership of new club events.
- Volunteer at SECAC 2019
References
Available upon request.
University of Tennessee at Chattanooga
Chattanooga, TN | ------------ | ------------
Experience
August 2019 - December 2019
Teaching and Research Assistant | University of Tennessee at Chattanooga
During the fall 2019 semester, I was lucky enough to work with Dr. Olivia Wolf as a Teaching and Research Assistant for the History of Western Art from Prehistoric Through Medieval course. I worked closely with Dr. Wolf to develop the course curriculum by undertaking two independent research projects and presenting my research to the class. I also provided lecture support and class leadership during two class periods when Dr. Wolf was attending a research conference; helped provide classroom moderation during regular lecture periods; provided proctoring support during quizzes and tests; and counselled students on study habits, research and essay-writing.
June 2018 – July 2018
Assistant (Volunteer) | LIT Gallery
While working with the LIT Gallery in St. Elmo, I helped to organize the exhibition Surreal Deal. This included marketing (distributing printed materials and advertisements for the exhibition), installation of work in the gallery space, and communication with featured artists. I was privileged enough to work closely with Leah Dalton (co-owner of the LIT Gallery), who taught me the principles of installation and exhibition curation.
September 2016 – August 2017
Guest Advocate (Cashier and Front of Store Attendant) | Target
At Target I was trained as a cashier and customer service associate. This gave me a variety of skills, including good communication and problem-solving; organization and time management; successful salesmanship; and innovation. Working in a retail environment taught me how to handle fast-paced, high-stress conditions with grace, and left me with a renewed appreciation for teamwork as well as increased confidence and independence. I was also trained to work in the Target Cafe.
Exhibitions and Art Shows
- Dialogues Chattanooga Virtual Exhibition, Upcoming
- Year of the Metal Rat, Cress Gallery, January 2020
- Chattanooga Zine Fest 2019
- #AVAPOPUP2019
- Cress Gallery Juried Student Exhibition January 2019
- Inside the Studio, Apothecary Gallery
- Figuring It Out, Townsend Atelier
Education
- University of Tennessee at Chattanooga:
Currently working towards a Bachelor of Fine Arts degree in Painting and Drawing. Coursework in my major has given me a keen eye for aesthetics, as well as helping me develop my critical thinking and creative problem-solving skills.
4.0 GPA, featured on the Dean’s List for Fall 2018 and Spring 2019, with a place of honor for Spring 2019.
- Austin Peay State University; Clarkesville, Tennessee:
3.6 GPA, featured on the Dean’s List for Spring 2016.
- Chattanooga State Community College; Chattanooga, Tennessee:
4.0 GPA.
Attended Life Drawing I & II as dual enrollment coursework and was featured in the juried student exhibition.
Other Positions
- Vice President of the Art History Association+ Club at UTC: During the 2019-2020 academic year, I have worked to kickstart the new, student-led Art History Association+ club at the University of Tennessee at Chattanooga. Our mission is to create a supportive space in which humanities education and resources can be made more accessible. In the Spring 2020 semester, I doubled club attendance through leadership of new club events.
- Volunteer at SECAC 2019
References
Available upon request.