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Stefa Witt

Stefa Witt

Los Angeles, CA, US

 

About 

I’m a Master of Library and Information Science candidate with an emphasis on Archives, passionate about helping organizations with art and design focused missions.

Employment 

Carlsbad City Library, Carlsbad, CA, US, Library Assistant

- Maintained extensive database and spreadsheet files, assisted in compiling data for reports to analyze library usage
- Prepared printed materials for events and classes for an audience of over 8,000 readers
- Coordinated and scheduled weekly public programs, workshops, and events onsite; arranged for security and reception for tours; assisted with set-up and execution of classes; managed daily use of audio equipment in the auditorium

Aug 2014 - May 2015
 

Oceanside Public Library, Oceanside, CA, US, Librarian Intern

- Organized the city's first Yarn Bomb project, a library-sponsored public art installation including over 200 unique pieces created by 60 artists

Dec 2013 - Aug 2014
 

BASE Programs, Camp Pendleton, CA, Art Program Coordinator

- Developed and taught an arts-focused curriculum for 60 students, grades 1-7 in educational projects designed to build confidence, improve teamwork skills, and foster creativity

Aug 2013 - Jun 2014
 

Oceanside Museum of Art, Oceanside, CA, US, Curatorial Intern

- Collaborated with exhibitions team to prepare digital and print materials for the public, inventoried new additions to collection, and produced original content for the museum’s website
- Developed social networking strategies to encourage community interaction and effectively promote museum’s upcoming events and exhibitions

Apr 2012 - Jan 2013
 

Wholphin (McSweeney's), San Francisco, CA, US, Editorial Intern

May 2008 - Aug 2008
 

Education 

San Jose State University, Masters, Library & Information Science

Theory and practice of managing archives
21 Units Completed, GPA: 3.50 / 4.00

Jan 2015 - current
 

University of Georgia, Athens, GA, US, Bachelors, BFA Art / BA Journalism

Time-based forms, digital video, computer and web-based art, digital photography, robotics, sound, performance, durational installation and computer-operated fabrication.

Jan 2015 - current
 

Areas of Specialization 

Skills