Emily Walker
Atlanta,GA
Summary
Detail-oriented gallery assistant skilled in exhibition coordination, inventory management, and effective communication. Committed to enhancing operational efficiency, ensuring the proper presentation of artworks, and providing support to Gallery Director and exhibiting artists.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Gallery Assistant
Spruill Center for the Arts
Dunwoody, GA
11.2022 - Current
- Collaborated with artists to coordinate exhibition setups and ensure proper presentation of artworks.
- Streamlined daily operations by managing front desk tasks such as answering phones and emails, scheduling appointments, and greeting visitors.
- Managed inventory of artwork, tracking incoming and outgoing pieces to maintain accurate records
- Aided in cataloging new acquisitions into digital databases using appropriate metadata standards
- Handled sales transactions for artwork purchases using point-of-sale systems or manual invoicing methods
Floral Assistant
Buford Highway Farmers Market
Doraville, GA
07.2021 - 07.2022
- Assisted in arranging floral designs for various events, ensuring customer satisfaction and adherence to aesthetic standards.
- Utilized strong time management skills to delicately balance heavy workloads during busy holiday seasons, effectively meeting customer expectations.
- Assisted lead florist with designing unique and creative floral displays for special events and occasions.
Bartender
Bogartz Food Artz
Sandy Springs, GA
10.2018 - 08.2020
- Handled simultaneous customer, team, and business needs while avoiding unnecessary delays or errors.
- Trained new staff on bar procedures, cocktail recipes, and customer service standards, ensuring consistent service quality.
- Used extensive knowledge of beer, wine and spirits to make informed recommendations to customers.
Bartender
Hearth Pizza Tavern
Sandy Springs, GA
10.2011 - 03.2018
- Performed opening and closing duties, printing sales reports, setting up for incoming shift, preparing cash drawers, and taking inventory.
- Trained new staff on bar procedures, wine and cocktail offerings, and customer service standards, ensuring consistent service quality.
- Assisted with staff training, sharing expertise in bartending techniques and customer service best practices.
- Developed strong relationships with regular patrons, fostering loyalty and repeat business.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Art History
Creighton University
Omaha, NESkills
- Exhibition coordination
- Artwork handling
- Attention to detail
- Multitasking
- Critical thinking
- Organizational skills
- Effective communication
- Digital archiving using Artwork Archive
- Collection management
Timeline
Gallery Assistant
Spruill Center for the Arts
11.2022 - Current
Floral Assistant
Buford Highway Farmers Market
07.2021 - 07.2022
Bartender
Bogartz Food Artz
10.2018 - 08.2020
Bartender
Hearth Pizza Tavern
10.2011 - 03.2018
Bachelor of Arts - Art History
Creighton University