Isabella Nicastro
Isabella Nicastro
Learner - She / Her
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Location
Toronto, Ontario, Canada
Bio

Current Bachelor of Fine Arts student at OCAD University in Toronto, ON. Specializing in Drawing and Painting and minoring in Creative Writing. Recently completed an exchange semester at the University of Arts London's Camberwell College in London, EN, specializing in Painting: Hons. program.

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Digital marketing Social media marketing Visual arts

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Administrative functions 2 Computing platforms 2 Planning 2 User experience (ux) 2

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helloart inc.
helloart inc.
Toronto, Ontario, Canada

Community Manager

Helloart is looking for an Community Manager to assist with finding on and onboarding artists to the helloart platform. The Artist Manager will work directly with artists, hosts and helloart staff to gain hands-on experience on-boarding, curating, planning on-line exhibitions. ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES ● Identify talented emerging artists in Canada and invite them to the helloart platform. ● Review the helloart software platform and provide feedback on UX and UI ● Approve / Disapprove work using the helloart platform. ● Assist with Social Media strategy. ● Create art related blogs. ● Maintains excellent, timely and professional communication with artists and hosts. ● Performs other administrative duties as requested by the helloart team.

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Category Media + 2
Closed
m polo designs - Sample'd
m polo designs - Sample'd
Toronto, Ontario, Canada

Sustainable Art Installation: Waste to Wonder

M Polo Designs is committed to promoting sustainability and environmental awareness through creative expression. The project aims to address the issue of waste management by transforming discarded materials into a captivating art installation. The goal is to educate and engage the public on the importance of waste diversion and sustainable practices. Learners will apply their knowledge of sustainable design and art techniques to create an installation that not only captivates but also informs. The project will involve researching sustainable art practices, sourcing waste materials, and designing an installation that conveys a strong environmental message. This project provides an opportunity for learners to explore the intersection of art and sustainability, fostering creativity while promoting ecological responsibility.

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Category Environmental sustainability + 2
Open

Education

Bachelor of Fine Arts, Drawing and Painting/ Creative Writing
Ontario College of Art and Design (OCAD) University
September 2021 - Current

Personal projects

CreateSpace Public Art Forum 2025: STEPS Public Art
January 2025 - February 2025
https://stepspublicart.org/project/createspace-forum-2025/

-Creating a public art grant proposal submission
-Actively engaging in artist-led workshops regarding how to successfully craft a grant proposal submission, where to look for funding and project opportunities, time management, etc.
-Final studio visit with artist facilitator of choosing to discuss final proposal and project
-Certificate of completion and honorarium provided by Exchanges Canada/ Minister of Canadian Heritage

Nowly Press Start CoLab Program 2023
July 2023 - September 2023

-Ten week grant program aimed at creating viable solutions for tackling Canada’s mental health crisis amongst youth
- Curating budget sheets and putting forth business proposals/ program pitches in both written and video format
- Creative direction/ design for the Neurodivergent Skills Building Program team
-Collecting relevant research on mental-health related studies amongst Canadian youth, creating spreadsheets, and curating a database of mental health information and resources
-Certificate of completion and Emerging Social Innovator Bursary awarded