Sam Drake-Flam
Hancock
Summary
Highly motivated Artist with proven track record developing engaging content. Works well independently as well as collaboratively. Adept with intrapersonal skills and producing projects with successful outcomes. Looking for a creative opportunity to expand knowledge of the innovative realm.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Independent Smith Gallery Show
Grinnell College Art Department
10.2023 - 11.2023
- Curated my first successful art exhibition that spoke on bodily traumas
- Managed studio operations efficiently, organizing workspace, and exhibition install and de-stall independently
- Expanded skillset by working with welding, wood working, watercolor, and sculpture elements to compose show
Spokane Arts Summer Intern
Spokane Arts
07.2023 - 08.2023
- Promoted and represented Spokane Arts at tabling events, while building interpersonal relations with the community
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to complete administrative tasks on time, specifically proposal vetting for grants
- Assist with de-installing and installing artwork in the Chase Gallery
- Provided mural maintenance in Downtown Spokane, using spray paint, varnish, and wash
Content Creator
Grinnell College
10.2021 - 05.2023
- Develop original content for “The Sequence Magazine” (2023)
- Poem and Art Publications in THE GUM school magazine (2021-2023)
- Featured in the Smith Gallery Pop Up Show (2022)
- Honorable Mention and Publication in Lyrical Iowa Poetry Book (2022)
Photographers Assistant
Brockit
05.2021 - 12.2022
- Accommodated client and photographers needs and desires for shoot
- Assisted clients in selecting poses, wardrobe and backgrounds to photograph different looks, concepts and locations
- Planned and prepared for on-location and studio shoots
- Selected and set up appropriate props, backdrops, and lighting.
Co-Creator of Dance Club
Grinnell College
01.2021 - 01.2022
- Advocated for funding to create dance club at Grinnell College
- Conducting classes and taught choreography
- Led people of all levels through dance routines
Dancer
Superior School Of Dance
01.2007 - 05.2020
- Coordinated with choreographers to enhance and refine movements to enact intended vision
- Demonstrated grace and athleticism in various classical and modern routines
- Performed in multiple roles and shows in groups and solo acts
- Assistant teaching for intro to ballet in 2018
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Studio Art And Gender, Women's, Sexuality Studies
Grinnell College
Grinnell, IA05.2025
High School Diploma -
Houghton High School
Houghton, MI05.2021
Skills
- Content Creation
- Adaptability and Flexibility
- Excellent Interpersonal Communication
- Customer Experience
- Creativity
- Audience Engagement
Timeline
Independent Smith Gallery Show
Grinnell College Art Department
10.2023 - 11.2023
Spokane Arts Summer Intern
Spokane Arts
07.2023 - 08.2023
Content Creator
Grinnell College
10.2021 - 05.2023
Photographers Assistant
Brockit
05.2021 - 12.2022
Co-Creator of Dance Club
Grinnell College
01.2021 - 01.2022
Dancer
Superior School Of Dance
01.2007 - 05.2020
Bachelor of Arts - Studio Art And Gender, Women's, Sexuality Studies
Grinnell College
High School Diploma -
Houghton High School
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