Janine Avery

Shop Owner/Manager at ETSY SHOP

Created and sold over 200 orders of original art, prints, stickers, and handmade items; managed product creation, packaging, shipping, inventory, and customer communication; developed marketing strategies to drive sales and maintained high-quality standards.

Interfaith Counsel Representative at Chapman University

Collaborated with university administration and student organizations during weekly Interfaith Counsel; developed skills in interfaith communication, cultural competency, advocacy to support needs of students of diverse faiths.

Research Fellow (W.I.R.E. Internship Research Fellowship) at Chapman University

Designed and proposed a creative research project on 19th-century garment construction; obtained IRB approval, conducted surveys, and presented findings at the college-wide research showcase; created sustainable, ethically sourced garments.

Curatorial Intern at Muckenthaler Cultural Center

Collaborated with staff on research, planning, and artist relations for upcoming shows; assisted with installation, deinstallation, transport, and gallery maintenance; created promotional material and managed events and tickets.

W.I.R.E Internship Research Fellowship at Chapman University

Selected as a fellow for the inaugural WIRE program; conducted independent research under mentorship; designed and proposed a creative research project, obtained IRB approval for surveys, created a 19th-century garment using sustainably sourced materials, and presented findings at a college-wide research showcase.

Curatorial Intern at Calliope Art and Literary Magazine, Chapman University

Collaborated with staff in research, planning, and artist relations for upcoming shows; created written promotional material; contributed to show text, flyer designs, and artist information.

Interterm Research Fellowship at Chapman University (Wilkinson Interterm Research Experience)

Designed and proposed a creative research project, secured grant funding, obtained IRB approval for surveys, and conducted independent research under mentorship; created a 19th-century garment using sustainable materials and explored connections between textiles and class, oppression, and consumption; presented findings at a college-wide research showcase.

Curatorial Intern at Calliope Art and Literary Magazine / Chapman University

Collaborated on research, planning, and artist relations for upcoming shows; produced show texts, audio tours, promotional materials, and artist information.