Night Security Officer & Administrative Aide
Tamara Grayson
Born in Texas and raised in South Africa, Tamara is a three-time All-American in the 4x400m relay. She holds a BFA in Painting from Angelo State University. For over two decades, she has been dedicated to documenting the vibrant music and cultural landscape of New Orleans through photography. Her professional journey also includes two years of teaching English in South Korea. Since 2013, she has been part of the NOAFA team, serving in a dual role as a night security officer and administrative aide.
Staff
Andrew Rodgers
Executive Director
The Executive Director of the New Orleans Academy of Fine Arts, Andrew Rodgers is an arts administrator, arts educator, and artist.
Natasha January
Development Director
Natasha January joined the NOAFA team as Development Director in fall 2024.
Brooke Carter
Accounting Administrator
Brooke Carter has been part of the New Orleans Academy of Fine Arts since 2021, bringing a warm and dependable presence to her role as Accounting Administrator.
Esther Boone
Marketing Specialist
Originally from Worcester, Massachusetts, Esther Boone first moved to New Orleans in 2019 to pursue her undergraduate degree at Tulane University.
Sandra Scoggins
Administrative Aide
Sandra Jurisich Scoggin has been a part of The Academy in many different capacities for over thirty years.
Melody Arsenous
Receptionist
As NOAFA’s first receptionist, Melody is excited to welcome and assist students, families, and visitors each day with a friendly face and a helping hand. Outside of work, she enjoys going to the beach, exploring different parts of the city with her husband, and spending time with her cat Milo; who happily runs the household.