Jennie Crawford is a seasoned consultant with nearly two decades of experience in the museum and cultural heritage sector, currently operating as a self-employed freelancer. Her extensive expertise encompasses a broad spectrum of strategic and tactical services tailored specifically for museums and heritage organizations. Jennie’s...
Jennie Crawford is a seasoned consultant with nearly two decades of experience in the museum and cultural heritage sector, currently operating as a self-employed freelancer. Her extensive expertise encompasses a broad spectrum of strategic and tactical services tailored specifically for museums and heritage organizations. Jennie’s current role involves collaborating closely with institutions to elevate their profiles, enhance service offerings, and forge meaningful partnerships that drive community engagement.
Since re-establishing her freelance business in 2018, Jennie has successfully secured a diverse range of contracts at local, regional, and national levels, including notable projects with Wordsworth Grasmere and Norman Nicholson House. Her work is characterized by a people-centered approach, where she designs and implements programs and activities aimed at attracting new audiences and generating sustainable income streams. Jennie is adept at developing strategic plans, writing compelling funding applications, and conducting thorough research and feasibility studies that inform decision-making processes.
In addition to her project management skills, Jennie excels in evaluating projects to ensure they meet their intended goals and objectives. She is also passionate about facilitating visioning workshops and delivering tailored training programs that empower museum staff and stakeholders. With a strong foundation in art history and collections development, Jennie combines her leadership development skills with effective communication and advocacy strategies to foster a vibrant cultural landscape. Her commitment to enhancing the museum experience for both organizations and their audiences positions her as a valuable asset in the field of cultural heritage.
