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I’m Eryn Harper, an interdisciplinary artist and cultural producer with a passion for archival-inspired installations, sculptural fabrication, and immersive cultural environments. I bring academic training and hands-on collaboration to create community-centered experiences that explore heritage, identity, and future-facing practice.
My work weaves archival research with contemporary art making, centering collaboration with artists, educators, and local communities to build meaningful, accessible cultural ecosystems. I thrive on turning complex ideas into tangible, immersive environments that invite dialogue, learning, and collective imagination.
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Work Experience
Visitor Engagement Attendant at The Contemporary Austin (Laguna Gloria & The Jones Center)
May 1, 2021 - PresentFront-line museum ambassador providing information on current exhibitions and art, greeting visitors, processing admissions and memberships, handling store transactions, answering calls, and assisting with event operations. Open/close galleries and gates, check-in visitors at the front desk, support shop and membership transactions, and ensure safety of visitors and artwork. Serve as gate point person directing traffic and parking access, and manage closing procedures with on-duty oversight during special events.
Barista at Dark Horse Coffee
October 1, 2024 - December 1, 2024Brew espresso-based drinks and prepare light bites, while delivering excellent customer service. Train and model customer service standards for staff, communicate menu details to customers, oversee store cleanliness and equipment maintenance, and support beverage and food preparation. Also involved in wine/beer service when applicable.
Door Staff at Whiskey Tango Foxtrot Icehouse
February 1, 2024 - October 1, 2024Conduct ID checks, manage guest lists, monitor capacity, and address crowd safety. Resolve conflicts, eject disruptive patrons, maintain door security, enforce dress code, coordinate with staff for smooth operations, respond to emergencies, stock the bar, assist bartenders, and perform cleaning tasks.
Art Director & Creative Projects Manager at Paradox Productions, LLC
February 1, 2021 - July 1, 2023Curate and display art in Paradox Productions’ studio; collaborate with local artists to curate exhibitions; manage studio space for seamless operation; maintain communications with artists, vendors, and community spaces; coordinate and execute art and festival events; oversee interior design, marketing, flyer production, and digital/physical design; operate a pop-up shop and facilitate networking.
SBT Office Manager at Huston-Tillotson University
August 1, 2022 - March 1, 2023Deliver professional customer service to internal/external parties; handle confidential information and routine administrative tasks; manage mail, files, meetings, travel/expense procedures, office supplies, and event promotions; take minutes for key meetings; assist with e-requisitions and department promotions.
Customer Service Representative at CVS Pharmacy
June 1, 2014 - June 1, 2022Respond to member and provider inquiries with empathetic, solution-focused support. Use multiple applications to document interactions, perform outbound calls for education and escalations, guide members through plan benefits and tools, manage POS transactions, address complaints, and adapt to a fast-paced retail environment.
Community Engagement Coordinator at George Washington Carver Museum / AmeriCorps VISTA
March 1, 2020 - March 1, 2021Increase museum capacity to serve East Austin youth through partnerships, curricula, and job-learning opportunities. Develop an asset map of African American-owned organizations and creatives, identify and outreach potential partners, cultivate partnerships (including with Black Girls Code), support Juneteenth festival production, and transcribe historical documents for Smithsonian Education AmeriCorps.
Co-Founder & Creative Director | Curator at Bring Back The Weird (BBTW) Collective
June 1, 2023 - PresentCo-founded and led an interdisciplinary arts collective focused on experiential programming, cultural preservation, and community-centered creative production. Curated immersive exhibitions, festivals, and public programs integrating anthropology, Pan-African studies, sustainability, futurism, and contemporary arts practices. Led concept development, exhibition design, spatial storytelling, and archival-inspired installations. Oversaw artist collaborations, fabrication, sculptural builds, and site-specific environments. Integrated archival research and material culture methodologies into community-facing art activations. Coordinated cross-disciplinary teams including visual artists, performers, educators, and community organizers. Led fabrication, prop-making, set design, and material research for community-based programming. Collaborated with multidisciplinary artists to produce radical, culturally grounded creative ecosystems.
Art Director | Creative Projects Manager at Paradox Productions, LLC
February 1, 2021 - July 1, 2023Curated and developed immersive art installations and exhibitions; managed fabrication processes, festival coordination, and cross-disciplinary collaboration; built relationships with artists and community partners.
Co-Founder | Editor | Creative Director at The Dox Magazine
June 1, 2023 - June 1, 2024Co-founded an independent magazine; led full creative direction across print and digital issues, including visual identity, interviews, features, and themed content; oversaw editorial tone and design.
Office Manager at SBT Office (Huston-Tillotson University)
August 1, 2022 - March 1, 2023Provided professional customer service; managed schedules, events, and office operations; oversaw vendor interactions and documentation.
Program Associate at IK Now I Can
August 1, 2018 - May 1, 2019Worked with one-on-one and group settings with low-income and minority students; supported college applications and college readiness initiatives.
Door Staff at Whiskey Tango Foxtrot Ice House
February 1, 2024 - October 1, 2024ID checks, guest list management, capacity control, crowd management, conflict resolution, ejection of disruptive patrons, door security, and coordination with staff.
Education
Bachelor of Arts at Kent State University
August 1, 2013 - May 1, 2018AmeriCorps Ohio College Guide at AmeriCorps Ohio College Guide
August 1, 2018 - May 1, 2019BA at Kent State University
August 1, 2013 - May 1, 2018Qualifications
Food Handler Certification
January 11, 2030 - December 4, 2025Driver's License
January 11, 2030 - December 4, 2025Food Handler Certification
January 11, 2030 - February 5, 2026Driver's License
January 11, 2030 - February 5, 2026Museum Memberships
January 11, 2030 - February 5, 2026Industry Experience
Media & Entertainment, Education, Non-Profit Organization, Retail, Professional Services, Other
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