Ajané Williams
Charlotte
Summary
Passionate fine artist and entrepreneur with a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Painting and a dynamic background in communications, education, and community engagement. Adaptable, detail-oriented, and committed to fostering meaningful connections through art, education, and communication.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Fine Artist & Entrepreneur
Art of Ajané
01.2017 - Current
- Created and sold original artwork through online platforms, exhibitions, and commissions.
- Consulted with clients to discuss commission ideas and style preferences to create mutually agreeable project parameters.
- Managed a personal brand, including marketing, social media promotion, and website maintenance.
- Organized community events.
Communications Coordinator
DH MEC LLC
12.2024 - Current
- Developed and managed social media content, creating promotional materials tailored to client needs.
- Drafted and sent email communications to support the LLC’s marketing initiatives.
- Assisted in grant research, identifying funding opportunities for clients.
- Provided curatorial assistance, supporting exhibition planning and content organization.
Substitute Teacher
Charlotte Mecklenburg School System
10.2024 - Current
- Developed leadership skills by guiding students, enforcing policies, and collaborating with staff to maintain academic standards.
- Effectively communicated lesson plans and instructions to diverse student groups, enhancing comprehension and participation.
- Demonstrated strong time management by balancing lesson execution, student supervision, and administrative tasks.
Community Employment Specialist
Lifespan Services
01.2024 - 06.2024
- Developed and maintained relationships with local business to created job opportunities for individuals with disabilities.
- Provided job coaching and support to clients to help them successfully transition into competitive employment.
- Conducted assessments to identify clients' strengths, skills, and areas for development in the job search process.
Art Activity Leader
Jeep Rogers YMCA
08.2022 - 08.2023
- Demonstrated strong leadership and communication skills while overseeing art projects and providing guidance to participants.
- Organized and maintained art supplies, ensuring a clean and organized environment conducive to creativity.
- Collaborated with team members to develop and implement art programs, workshops, and special events.
Education
Bachelor of Fine Arts - Painting
University of North Carolina At Charlotte
Charlotte, NC05-2022
Skills
- Social networking
- Creative concept development
- Social media promotion
- Traditional fine art skills
- Graphic arts design
- Visual storytelling
- Public speaking
- Photoshop and lightroom
- Marketing communications
- Media outreach
Accomplishments
- Outstanding Achievement in Studio Art at the University of North Carolina at Charlotte
- Painting Area Recipient Award at the University of North Carolina
- Outstanding Junior of the Year Award at the University of North Carolina at Charlotte
- Best in Show at Student Juried Exhibition at the University of North Carolina at Charlotte
- First Place Winner at the Foundations Juried Exhibition at HOW Space
Certification
- Adult and Pediatric First Aid/CPR/AED
Timeline
Communications Coordinator
DH MEC LLC
12.2024 - Current
Substitute Teacher
Charlotte Mecklenburg School System
10.2024 - Current
Community Employment Specialist
Lifespan Services
01.2024 - 06.2024
Art Activity Leader
Jeep Rogers YMCA
08.2022 - 08.2023
Fine Artist & Entrepreneur
Art of Ajané
01.2017 - Current
Bachelor of Fine Arts - Painting
University of North Carolina At Charlotte
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