Jackie Sanders

About Jackie Sanders

I thrive in roles that combine creativity with logistics—bringing together vision and…

Experience

1. Assistant Gallery Director

   Frank Gallery

   Jan 2025 — Present · Carrboro, NC, US

   Lead planning, coordination, and execution of gallery events (First Fridays, artist talks, fundraisers, and member receptions), ensuring seamless logistics, high-quality experiences, and strong attendance.• – Support daily gallery operations including staffing, scheduling, inventory management, and sales tracking; act as primary contact and ensure smooth operations in the Gallery Director’s absence.• & – Provide welcoming, professional service to visitors, collectors, and members; build relationships that foster deeper connections, repeat engagement, and long-term donor support.• & – Coordinate with member artists, visiting exhibitors, and volunteers to maintain strong collaboration, clear communication, and timely follow-through on commitments.• & – Manage event promotions, social media campaigns, and gallery communications; contribute to marketing strategies that expand awareness and attract new audiences.• & – Serve as second-in-command to the Gallery Director, providing continuity of leadership and decision-making to ensure gallery operations and programming run without interruption.

Education

• Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University

  Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA)

• Virginia Tech

  MA Material Culture and Public Humanities

• Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University

  Bachelor of Arts (B.A.)

Skills

• Lifeguarding
• Drawing
• Volunteering
• Cpr Certified
• Art History
• Organization
• Museums
• Studio Art
• Education
• Photoshop
• Educational Outreach
• Exhibit Design
• Event Planning
• Art Education
• Critical Thinking
• Time Management
• Visual Arts
• Art
• Microsoft Word
• Oil Painting
• Fine Art
• Museum Education
• Acrylic Painting
• First Aid
• Mac
• Leadership
• Adobe Creative Suite
• Illustrator