Ronnie Rysz
About Ronnie Rysz
Ronnie Rysz serves as the Communications Manager for the Office of Facilities at Yale University, where he has worked since 2021. He has a background in printmaking and communications, with previous roles at various institutions including Milestone Graphics and the Yale Center for British Art.
Current Role at Yale University
Ronnie Rysz serves as the Communications Manager in the Office of Facilities at Yale University. Since 2021, Rysz has been responsible for devising communication systems and strategies that support various teams within the Facilities department. This role includes overseeing consultation processes and maintenance communications. Rysz also manages content across the Facilities network of websites, ensuring that information is effectively communicated to both university and external audiences.
Previous Experience in Communications
Prior to joining Yale University, Ronnie Rysz held several positions in communications and marketing. Rysz worked as the Senior Associate of Communications and Marketing at the Yale Center for British Art from 2015 to 2021. Additionally, Rysz served as the Prosthetic Artist and Manager of Communications at Alternative Prosthetic Services from 2009 to 2015. Rysz's experience also includes working as an Adjunct Instructor in Printmaking at Western Connecticut State University for 11 months in 2007.
Educational Background
Ronnie Rysz studied at the School of Visual Arts, where Rysz achieved a degree in Fine Arts, Commercial Arts, and Design from 2000 to 2002. Following this, Rysz attended Lyme Academy College of Fine Arts, earning a Bachelor's Degree in Fine Arts, Painting, and Printmaking from 2002 to 2006. This educational background has contributed to Rysz's expertise in visual communication and project production.
Projects and Initiatives at Yale
At Yale University, Ronnie Rysz produces print, photography, and video projects for the Office of Facilities. Rysz co-produces and co-edits the 'Inside Facilities' blog and newsletter, which features stories, interviews, and updates about the department. Rysz also manages the department's image archive, ensuring that visual content is organized and accessible for various communications.
Early Career in Printmaking
Ronnie Rysz began a career in printmaking, working as an Assistant to Master Printer James Reed at Milestone Graphics from 2003 to 2007. This early experience in Bridgeport, CT, laid the foundation for Rysz's skills in print production and visual arts. Rysz also worked as the Exhibition and Workshop Coordinator at the Center for Contemporary Printmaking from 2007 to 2009, further enhancing expertise in the field.