Experience

The National Gallery

• United Kingdom
• Museums, Historical Sites, and Zoos
• 200 - 300 Employee

• Head of National Touring Exhibitions

  • Nov 2022 - Present



The British Library

• United Kingdom
• Libraries
• 700 & Above Employee

• Senior Exhibitions & Touring Manager

  • Feb 2018 - Oct 2022

  To plan and project-manage end-to-end the delivery of all British Library exhibitions onsite or elsewhere as required to meet a high standard of visitor accessibility and interpretation. To manage the Exhibitions Office team. To contribute to the planning and commissioning of a strong programme of exhibitions to meet required audience segments and engagement targets. To plan and project-manage end-to-end delivery of the Library’s programme of exhibitions at all gallery sites at St… Show more To plan and project-manage end-to-end the delivery of all British Library exhibitions onsite or elsewhere as required to meet a high standard of visitor accessibility and interpretation. To manage the Exhibitions Office team. To contribute to the planning and commissioning of a strong programme of exhibitions to meet required audience segments and engagement targets. To plan and project-manage end-to-end delivery of the Library’s programme of exhibitions at all gallery sites at St Pancras to meet objectives in accordance with public engagement and learning strategy. To plan and project-manage the Library’s programme of any touring exhibitions or temporary external exhibitions. To ensure all aspects of exhibition interpretation and accessibility for visitors are undertaken to the highest standards and in agreement with interpretation and learning teams. To take responsibility for the costing, planning, organisation and presentation of exhibitions, including timely scheduling, appointing and briefing designers and contractors and commissioning any external resources required. To manage the day to day operation of the Exhibitions Office, including all staff. To manage the budget allocated for exhibition production and the operation of the Exhibition Office. To take responsibility for all conservation aspects relating to the galleries, all security requirements and all health & safety aspects for those working in the galleries and visitors.

• Exhibitions Officer/Exhibitions Manager

  • Apr 2015 - Feb 2018

• Exhibitions Officer

  • Nov 2014 - Mar 2015

  My role is to plan and project-manage the delivery of major temporary exhibitions and touring exhibitions and to assist the Head of Public Engagement and Learning in planning touring exhibition processes. I was responsible for the co-ordination, build and installation of the 'Magna Carta: Law Liberty Legacy' and 'Magna Carta Unification' exhibitions, and I work closely with the Exhibitions Manager in the planning and co-ordination of temporary exhibitions in the exhibition galleries at… Show more My role is to plan and project-manage the delivery of major temporary exhibitions and touring exhibitions and to assist the Head of Public Engagement and Learning in planning touring exhibition processes. I was responsible for the co-ordination, build and installation of the 'Magna Carta: Law Liberty Legacy' and 'Magna Carta Unification' exhibitions, and I work closely with the Exhibitions Manager in the planning and co-ordination of temporary exhibitions in the exhibition galleries at St Pancras.

• Exhibition & Production Co-ordinator

  • Jun 2013 - Oct 2014

  Since joining the Library I have worked on the major exhibitions 'Georgians Revealed' and 'Comics Unmasked'. As project manager for the 'Comics Unmasked' exhibition I was responsible for the management of the object list, the installation schedule, conservation assessments and worked very closely with the designers and contractors to ensure deadlines were met. Earlier this year I worked on the refurbishment of the Treasures gallery and was responsible for the de-installation of the gallery and… Show more Since joining the Library I have worked on the major exhibitions 'Georgians Revealed' and 'Comics Unmasked'. As project manager for the 'Comics Unmasked' exhibition I was responsible for the management of the object list, the installation schedule, conservation assessments and worked very closely with the designers and contractors to ensure deadlines were met. Earlier this year I worked on the refurbishment of the Treasures gallery and was responsible for the de-installation of the gallery and for the re-installation schedule of all objects. I have also worked on a number of smaller exhibitions and displays such as 'Picture This' and 'Beautiful Science'. All of which have given me a firm understanding of the Libraries exhibition spaces and an understanding of the organisation and collections. Other responsibilties and tasks are detailed below: • Responsibility for the production of exhibit lists for designated projects. • Producing detailed exhibit layouts for all designated projects in conjunction with Curators, Conservators and Designers. • Organising schedules and assisting with the mounting of designated projects. • Assisting in the appointment of contractors (design, construction and graphics) to work on designated projects. • Managing the external companies appointed to undertake the required work, ensuring the work meets the highest standards, is completed to deadline and to contract value and on-site working is undertaken according to the current health and safety regulations. • Managing the production of exhibition case fixtures and fixings. • Proof-reading and production of text panels and labels. • Undertaking and co-ordinating picture research for all exhibition projects and clearing copyright. • Managing exhibition storage areas to ensure they are audited, kept tidy and to reduce the risk of damage to showcases and mounts.



Victoria and Albert Museum

• United Kingdom
• Museums, Historical Sites, and Zoos
• 700 & Above Employee

• Exhibitions Assistant

  • Feb 2011 - Jun 2013

  • Delivered a major 3 gallery exhibition ‘British Design from 1948-2012’. I had sole responsibility for managing the 72 private and institutional lenders to the exhibition and organised the transport and insurance for the incoming loans. • Maintained, developed and compiled exhibition object lists and bibles. I ensured all essential data such as materials, dimensions and valuations were collated. • Working with curators, I researched object information and sourced contextual images and… Show more • Delivered a major 3 gallery exhibition ‘British Design from 1948-2012’. I had sole responsibility for managing the 72 private and institutional lenders to the exhibition and organised the transport and insurance for the incoming loans. • Maintained, developed and compiled exhibition object lists and bibles. I ensured all essential data such as materials, dimensions and valuations were collated. • Working with curators, I researched object information and sourced contextual images and where necessary ordered photographs/images and seek copyright clearance. • Working closely with Exhibition Designers and Graphic Designers I ensured that each design stage was met. For V&A shows I managed the graphics schedule and ensured curators/copy editors met text deadlines. • For British Design I put together the accompanying gallery guide and chased contributors for text and worked out the layout with the copy editor, V&A marketing department and graphic designers. • Edited and proof-read texts, including object labels, information panels, press releases and gallery guides. • I worked on various touring exhibitions such as ‘Undressed’, ‘Modern Masters’, ‘Constable’ and ‘Water into Art’ and correspond with UK and International borrowers and assisted with practical arrangements for exhibition tours, including packing, transportation, installation and courier schedules. • Liaised with appointed transport agents on all transport/packing arrangements. • I worked on a large number of temporary exhibition installations and de-installations at the V&A, at UK museums and at international museums and institutions. This involved unpacking object crates, condition checking works, supervising security, contractors and object handlers and overseeing all lighting and graphic installation. I gained an enormous amount of knowledge and experience in the project management of exhibitions and thoroughly enjoyed the process of organising a successful show.

• PA to Head of Exhibitions & Loans/Exhibitions Office Manager

  • May 2008 - Feb 2011

  • Successfully managed the diary of the head of department and managed electronic and paper filing systems. I also initiated a new department filing system to ensure all exhibitions were filed in a consistent manner to make file navigation easier and the archiving process more straight forward. • I made arrangements for all UK and international travel. I arranged meetings, schedules and agendas to ensure business trips were stress-free and time was used effectively. • I was responsible… Show more • Successfully managed the diary of the head of department and managed electronic and paper filing systems. I also initiated a new department filing system to ensure all exhibitions were filed in a consistent manner to make file navigation easier and the archiving process more straight forward. • I made arrangements for all UK and international travel. I arranged meetings, schedules and agendas to ensure business trips were stress-free and time was used effectively. • I was responsible for organising and managing exhibition events and conferences such as MUSCON. This would involve putting together delegate packs, arranging lunch and refreshments, putting together powerpoint presentations and organising speakers. • I acted as secretary for a number of committees and working groups, arranging meetings, conferences, papers and minute taking. • I managed the general department budget and was responsible for raising purchase orders and chasing invoices. • Where possible I assisted with the organisation and mounting of exhibitions and was given the opportunity to manage an installation team for the ‘Maharajas’ and ‘Baroque’ exhibitions.



National Portrait Gallery

• Museums, Historical Sites, and Zoos
• 200 - 300 Employee

• Visitor Services Assistant

  • Nov 2006 - Nov 2010

  • Part-time/Casual role. • Patrolled galleries and temporary exhibition galleries and assisted and directed visitors. • Hosted and set up Friday night music events and looked after and assisted musicians with an area to rehearse and with the setting up of equipment.



Imperial War Museums

• United Kingdom
• Museums, Historical Sites, and Zoos
• 300 - 400 Employee

• HR Administrator

  • Jan 2007 - Apr 2008

  • Managed and processed the payroll for 500 employees. • Organised, set up and managed staff files and records. • Managed the advertisement of vacancies and made arrangements for interviews. • Put together contracts of employment and arranged security checks. • Took accurate minutes of staff disciplinary and grievances. • Assisted and co-ordinated staff training events and workshops. • Co-ordinated and managed school work experience placements.