Alee Johnson
English and Studio Art Student
Washington and Lee University '15
RESUME
Education
Washington and Lee University
​2011 - 2015
Lexington, VA
Bachelor of Arts in Studio Art (Painting) and English; GPA: 3.708
Cum Laude, Honor Roll, Dean’s List, Phi Eta Sigma
Professional ​
Experience
Creative Intern, West Cary Group Advertising Agency
October 2015-December 2015
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Created graphic design print, displays and large format material
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Collaborated with creative team and account managers in brainstorm and pitch meetings
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Responsible for planning the agency-client end of the year event
Intern, The Nature Conservancy
September 2015-December 2015
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Assisted with the coordination of a campaign feasibility study among trustees, major donors, and other state leaders
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Conducted donor calls
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Organized interview schedule with consultant interviewers
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Manged post-interview communication with participants
Graphic Design and Photography Intern, The Visual Arts Center of Richmond
September 2015-December 2015
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Documented events and classes for print and website marketing materials
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Assisted the Education department in the organization of the following:
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teacher payments
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class catalogue and schedule for over 100 classes
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Analysed revenue production for the upcoming year
Marketing Intern, Washington and Lee University Career Development
August 2014-May 2015
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Devised a strategic plan and marketing strategy utilizing existing best practices and new ideas including:
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Peer to peer internship database
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Promotional contests
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Digital presence programs
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Alumni initiatives
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Other targeted programming
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Researched and communicated with peer institutions to discuss successful marketing strategies
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Website development using Ingeniux
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Conducted and filmed student intern interviews for new office initiative
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Identified and corresponded with key alumni
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Designed print marketing materials using InDesign and Photoshop
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Assisted in coordination of email marketing and analytics system
Intern, Live Like Jack Foundation
​July 2014-October 2014
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Generated and managed social media presence
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Developed blog and Instagram accounts, managed Facebook and email communication
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Created and organized fundraising strategy
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In collaboration with the Holleman Fellowship, planned fundraising event for 250 attendants
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Strengthened and solidified board communication and organizational structure
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Forged communication for corporate partnerships
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Designed newsletters and potential merchandise logos
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Consolidated and organized contact lists
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Edited and revised print and digital communication materials
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Delegated tasks among foundation supporters and board members
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Continuing to serve as the Marketing and Communications board member
Technical Skills
Microsoft Office
InDesign
Adobe Photoshop
SketchUp
iPhoto/iMovie
WordPress
Ingeniux
Professional Skills
Content Creation
Design
Website Development
Communication Strategy
Email Analytics
Writing and Editing
Creative
Experience
Self-Employed Art Businesswoman, Art By Alee
May 2013 -Present
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Operated unofficially since 2010; manage, price, and complete commissions from clients, collaborate with clients on vision and materials; market and update Facebook followers through Fan Page
Dancer and choreographer, W&L Dance Company
​September 2011-March 2015
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Perform student and professionally choreographed pieces of various styles for two shows annually; train and collaborate with guest choreographers; designed solo performance
Drawing Italy Student, W&L Study Abroad
​April 2013-May 2013
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Traveled throughout Italy with W&L art professor; studied Italian art history and language, drew and painted daily at historical sites; created, curated, and constructed gallery exhibition of final personal work in Corciano villa and studio; presented to guests at the gallery opening reception
Student Intern, Center for Faith and the Arts
​August 2010-December 2010
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Completed secretarial work; assisted with planning and setup for Scott Avett’s exhibition; organized, curated, and planned a gallery showing for myself and fellow AP art students featuring a selection of our senior works
Leadership
Development
Member, Nu Delta Alpha National Honor Society
​March 2015-May 2015
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Nominated and inducted by W&L Dance Co. peers on the basis of artistic commitment to dance, performance, strength of character, volunteerism and generosity
Holleman Fellow, Washington and Lee University Holleman Fellowship
June 2014
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Recipient of a scholarship as a qualified student who embodies the core values of the University and afforded the summer opportunity to expand my leadership potential as a student and the Live Like Jack Foundation intern in Washington, D.C.
Membership Development Committee, Kappa Alpha Theta Sorority
​January 2012-May 2015
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Responsible for monitoring and supporting the overall well being of the 122 sorority members
Pre-orientation Trip Leader, Washington and Lee University First Year Programs
September 2011-September 2013
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Provide guidance for incoming first-years through service work and stimulating bonding experiences
Participant, NOLS (National Outdoor Leadership School)
June 2012-July 2012
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Trained in outdoor leadership along the Wind River Range; developed proficiency in technical mountaineering skills, coordinated travel plans and led members of independent student travel group during final four days of the excursion
Community
Involvement
Member & Leader, Campus Kitchen
January 2014-January 2015
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Led student group to prepare, cook, and serve meals to mentally disabled adults locally at the Magnolia Center daycare weekly
Lexington Office on Youth Aid, Lylburn Downing Elementary
​January 2012-May 2012
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Mentor and tutor elementary and middle school students at the local after school care for two hours twice weekly
Featured
Work
Literary Bookpost: Art By Alee Exhibit & Reception
August 6, 2015
Salisbury, NC
Senior Thesis Exhibition
March 2015-May 2015
Lexington, VA
Washington and Lee Greeting Cards
November 2014-Present
Lexington, VA
Junior Seminar Exhibition
​March 2014
Lexington, VA
Drawing Italy Art Exhibition
​October 2013
Lexington, VA
Art By Alee Art Walk Sale
August 2013
Salisbury, NC
Coral Bay Club Art & Craft Show
​June 2013
Atlantic Beach, NC