Sandra Davis
Garden City
Summary
Innovative Art Curator and Special Events Director skilled in curation techniques and effective communication. Demonstrated success in organizing high-profile events and promoting community involvement, driving attendance and engagement.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Gallery Art Curator
Water's Edge Gallery
Boise
09.2021 - Current
- Curated exhibitions showcasing contemporary artists and emerging talent.
- Collaborated with artists to develop engaging art installations.
- Organized gallery events to promote artistic dialogue and community engagement.
- Created written materials such as press releases, brochures, catalogues, labels, and wall texts for exhibitions.
- Engaged with local media outlets in order to promote upcoming exhibitions or special events hosted by the gallery.
- Attend gallery openings, and other events related to the world of fine arts.
- Organized collections and exhibitions, ensuring that artwork was displayed properly.
- Conducted promotions via social media, email and other communication methods to encourage gallery attendance.
- Secured talented individuals, performing artists, and musicians to provide engaging entertainment during special events.
Special Events Director
The Riverside Hotel
Boise
09.2021 - 11.2025
- Planned and executed high-profile events
- Collaborated with staff to ensure seamless event operations and guest satisfaction.
- Conducted post-event evaluations to improve future planning processes.
- Organized venues, budgets, guest lists, catering, and event timelines.
- Marketed and publicized special events in social calendars.
- Collaborated with other departments to ensure successful execution of each event.
- Negotiated contracts with vendors, caterers and entertainers as needed.
- Developed marketing materials to promote special events to target audiences.
- Worked with professional and trade associations to create memorable and successful events, including booking musicians
- Created program activities, agendas and budgets based on client requirements.
- Developed engaging content for social media and email newsletters.
- Assisted in developing content for websites, blogs, and social media platforms.
General Manager
Clear Sky Resorts
Tempe
09.2019 - 09.2021
- Managed daily operations for guest services and resort amenities.
- Coordinated marketing initiatives to promote resort offerings and events.
- Managed all aspects of daily business operations including budgeting, staffing, scheduling, inventory control, customer service and sales.
- Oversaw product development initiatives from concept through completion stages.
- Oversaw content creation for digital platforms, enhancing brand visibility and engagement.
- Implemented social media strategies to increase audience reach and interaction levels.
- Created content for promotional materials, including brochures, flyers, and websites.
- Built relationships with influencers in the industry for increased visibility.
- Drove consistent, relevant traffic and leads from our social network presence.
Skills
- Curation techniques
- Art event planning
- Exhibition design
- Media relations
- Collection management
- Event marketing
- Brand promotion
- Canva
- Microsoft
- Adobe
- Exhibition planning
- Fundraising expertise
- Event planning
- Marketing strategy
- Contract management
- Team collaboration
- Communication skills
- Creative problem solving
- Social media management
- Networking skills
- Event management
- Social media promotion
- Creative thinking
- Effective communication
- Leadership skills
- Time management
- Team leadership
- Problem resolution
- Interpersonal skills
- Staff motivation
- Goal setting
Accomplishments
2025 TWIN award
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Gallery Art Curator
Water's Edge Gallery
09.2021 - Current
Special Events Director
The Riverside Hotel
09.2021 - 11.2025
General Manager
Clear Sky Resorts
09.2019 - 09.2021