Jennifer Diaz
Instructional Designer | Program Manager
Master of Fine Arts degree from the School of the Art Institute of Chicago (2013) and a Graduate Certificate in Instructional Design and Technology (2023) from Purdue Global University. Ten years of experience in art education and instruction. Three years of experience in program management.
Expertise
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​Instructional Design
Graphic Design
Program Management
Partnership Development
education
Graduate Certificate in Instructional Design and Technology, Purdue University Global, 2023
Master of Fine Arts, The School of the Art Institute Of Chicago, 2013
Bachelor of Fine Arts, The School of the Art Institute Of Chicago, 2011
Skills
Program Coordination, Agile Project Management, LX Design, Graphic Design, Storyboarding, Writing, Adobe Creative Cloud, Articulate Rise, Articulate Storyline, Genially, Canva, Powtoon, Microsoft Office Suite, Google Workspace, HTML, CSS, ADDIE, SAM, Adult Learning Theory, Instructional Strategies
Teamwork, Organization, Empathy, Leadership, Critical Thinking, Time Management, Communication, Collaboration, Creative Problem-Solving
Experience
2010 - 2023
Program Manager
Art Barn School of Art
Sep 2020 - Feb 2023
Valparaiso, IN
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Developed new programs to support the ABSA strategic mission, such as outreach, special events, and exhibitions.
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Developed organizational, project, and program budgets and KPIs for performance measurements.
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Organized and coordinated programs, classes, and activities with external contractors and marketing partners.
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Collaborated with ABSA board and committee members to set programming and strategic goals.
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Organized contract and procurement processes for instructors and educational contractors.
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Managed program change and risk processes to ensure project success.
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Cultivated community engagement opportunities to create ABSA programs that met the public and organizational development needs.
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Produced accurate and timely program status reports.
Marketing Manager
Art Barn School of Art
Sep 2021 - Sep 2022
Valparaiso, IN
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Collaborated with the marketing team to develop and implement timelines and strategies for promoting programs.
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Managed gathering marketing data and reporting as related to programs.
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Assisted with event preparations and organization of information related to programs.
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Managed the development and distribution of marketing materials as related to programs.
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Managed website and social media content as related to programs.
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Assisted staff, board, and committee members as requested.
Art Instructor |
Youth Development Professional
Boys & Girls Clubs of America
Jan 2020 - Jul 2020 - 7mos
Hobart, Indiana, United States​
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Responsible for planning, organizing, implementing, and supervising arts programs and activities for youth.
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Ensured youth development principles are incorporated into the arts program and activities.​
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Provided guidance to club members, and order in a safe and positive environment for youth.
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Utilized diverse instructional approaches to implement engaging art and design enrichment.
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Contributed to developing partnerships with parents and families.
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Fostered and maintained community relations.
Studio Manager | Lead Teacher
The Paintbrush
Aug 2016 - Jan 2018 · 1 yr 6 mos
Chicago, IL
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Responsibilities included event marketing, studio organization, teacher training, studio leadership, and facilitating local offsite school outreach events.
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Created the weekly age-adaptable studio lesson plan, prepared instructional materials, instructed classes, led workshops, events, and more.
Early Childhood Educator
Knowledge Beginnings, Glenview, IL Jan 2018 -Aug 2018
La Petite Academy, Chesterton, IN, Aug 2018 - Oct 2018
Growing Kids, Chesterton, IN, Oct 2018 - Aug 2019
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Developed a safe and caring classroom environment.
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Implemented age-appropriate lessons, activities, knowledge centers, and discovery education.
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Supported community-driven mission to provide high-quality learning experiences.
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Collaborated with parents to strategize individual learning plans and goals within their child's proximal development stage.
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Continuing Studies Youth Program Assistant
The Art Institute of Chicago​
May 2015 - Dec 2015 · 8 mos​
Chicago, IL
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Assisted Youth Programs Coordinator with daily program operations.
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Aided in the preparation, distribution, and management of program materials for all courses.
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Aided instructors with instructional media requests.•
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Developed and implemented training for youth program classroom assistants.
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Supported the Youth Programs Coordinator and Associate Dean in all programming, grades K-12.
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Department of Art Education Graduate Assistant
The Art Institute of Chicago
Sep 2014 - May 2015 · 9 mos
Chicago, IL
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Assisted Department of Art Education faculty and staff with office projects.
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Responsibilities included weekly announcements, organizing NAEA student chapter events, and authoring the weekly Department of Art Education newsletter.​​
Teaching Fellow
The Art Institute of Chicago
Aug 2013 - Jan 2014- 6 mos
Chicago, IL
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Developed and implemented the curriculum, lessons, materials, and activities for multi-level graduate and undergraduate painting and drawing studio students.
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Coordinated field trips, facilitated classroom discussions, moderated classroom critiques, held individual one on one meetings, created an inclusive curriculum, and participated in graduate critique panels.
Painting & Drawing Graduate Teaching Assistant
The Art Institute of Chicago
Aug 2011 - Dec 2012 · 11 mos
Chicago, IL
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Responsibilities included assisting with individual feedback on student work and adapting instructional approaches to scaffold design thinking in order to aid students with supporting concepts.​
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Introduced instructional materials such as reference books, referencing artists, art movements, techniques, and mediums that may help mobilize student ideas into brilliantly executed finished products.
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Prepared instructional media for instructor presentations.
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Aided with classroom and presentation setup each day.
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Assisted instructor with moderating group critiques and discussions.
Summer Art Instructor
The Boys and Girls Club of America
Jul 2011 - Aug 2011 - 2 mos
Chicago, IL
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Responsibilities included supply organization, material preparation, curriculum implementation, and inclusive instructional approaches.
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Lessons introduced youth to various mediums and experiences using different processes such as printmaking, knitting, painting, and drawing for boys and girls ages K-12.
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Assisted with field trips and the supervision of Cotter Club boys and girls.
Community & Family Programs | Interpretative Exhibitions Assistant
The Art Institute of Chicago
Sep 2010 - Dec 2010 · 4 mos
Chicago, IL
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Interpretative exhibition assistant responsibilities included maintaining the standard operation of the gallery with a checklist, maintaining exhibition books, maintaining safety standards within the interactive gallery, and assisting with new exhibits, loan agreements, and installation.
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Family program tasks included family room supervision, guest interaction, information support, room organization, and maintenance of equipment.
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Community program tasks included providing studio assistance through replenishing supplies, interacting with guests, managing educational supply closets, assisting with special events and office operations, and preparing materials for offsite community events.
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Provided museum guests with excellent guest services at the information desk.
Awards
2022 Segal Education Award
2021 Segal Education Award
2015 Student Leadership Nominee
2014 Presidential Scholarship Recipient
2013 Teaching Fellowship Recipient
2013 College Art Association Professional Development Grant Recipient
2013 Samuel Edes Foundation Prize for Emerging Artists Nominee
2011 Edward L. Ryerson Fellowship Recipient
2011 Union League Club of Chicago, Emerging Artist Grant Recipient