Experience

Barbara Flynn Pty Ltd

• Australia
• Fine Art
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Curatorial Assistant

  • Oct 2020 - Present

  - Working for esteemed independent curator and advisor Barbara Flynn, I undertake research into Australian and international contemporary and emerging artists for upcoming public and private art commission strategies. Preparing detailed documents for use, I’ve honed both the depth and efficiency of my research skills with meticulous attention to detail for quality output under tight deadlines.- This work continues to be rewarding in manifold ways; continual deep learning from both the research itself and from the expertise of colleagues, challenging me to grow professionally within the arts industry, affording exposure and insight into the creative and logistical processes behind commissions and curating itself working directly with practitioners and artists, and above all fulfilling a passion for applied research and engagement with contemporary art.



The Peggy Guggenheim Collection

• Italy
• Museums
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Assistant Intern Coordinator

  • Aug 2021 - Aug 2021

• Intern

  • Jun 2021 - Jul 2021



Freelance

• Freelance Writer

  • Oct 2020 - Feb 2021

  Commissioned by Menzies Art Brands to write essays profiling significant artworks for sale at upcoming auctions. These essays have been published in print and online. Commissioned by Menzies Art Brands to write essays profiling significant artworks for sale at upcoming auctions. These essays have been published in print and online.



Art Gallery NSW

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

• Youth Collective Member

  • Jan 2019 - Feb 2021

  - Competitively selected for the gallery’s Youth Collective Program for 2019, working under the mentorship of AGNSW staff to collaboratively develop and assist public programs and events such as Art After Hours and monthly youth programs called “FOMArt” (Fear of Missing Art). Roles involved preparing and leading interviews with artists and arts professionals, facilitating workshops within the gallery and at external community events, social media documentation, moderating events, and contributing to recent online initiatives.- Representing the Youth Collective, I was selected to speak on the occasion of Sydney Modern’s Groundbreaking Ceremony in November 2019, addressing the gallery’s staff, board, donors and patrons, government representatives and media.- In early 2021, I was also closely involved in developing the video interview series “Artists at Work” which will serve as valuable and resonant resources for students and youth audiences. This process has involved research, writing for various stakeholders, collaborating with peers, meeting and interviewing artists, and mentoring workshops with gallery staff. For its first iteration in collaboration with Brett Whiteley Studio, leading young Australian artists discussed practice, inspiration, and what it means to be an artist in Australia today.



T2 Tea

• Australia
• Retail
• 200 - 300 Employee

• Retail Assistant

  • Dec 2016 - Jan 2021



Sydney University Women in Economics and Business

• Social Director

  • Mar 2019 - Nov 2019

  As Social Director for 2019, I helped organise, promote and facilitate community events including the annual WEBS Fast Forward Industry Speakers Panel Discussion, networking and socialising catch-ups, and supporting the president and greater executive to grow the society with purpose and passion. As Social Director for 2019, I helped organise, promote and facilitate community events including the annual WEBS Fast Forward Industry Speakers Panel Discussion, networking and socialising catch-ups, and supporting the president and greater executive to grow the society with purpose and passion.



BAT

• United Kingdom
• Tobacco Manufacturing
• 700 & Above Employee

• Human Resources Marketing Intern

  • Dec 2017 - Jun 2019

  - Provided support for HR of Marketing functions, coordinating projects cross-functionally and company wide. My role within the team breached independent and individually-driven project-based work to collaborating with and supporting my colleagues across a variety of matters. - Worked closely on recruitment for Global Graduate Programme, including job ads and company profiles, communications, and travelling interstate as a representative at The Big Meet careers fairs.- Produced graphic, written and digital content for internal & external channels (LinkedIn, Instagram, etc.) for local market as well as for global social media campaigns. - Contributed towards internal on-boarding strategy by updating and creating new resources to realise smoother starting transitions and ensure talent retention.- Supported development of internal Leadership & Development training courses.- Involved in company initiatives surrounding Diversity & Inclusion, International Women’s Day, and Mental Health Month. - Undertook self-driven LinkedIn Learning courses part of my professional development.



PwC

• Professional Services
• 700 & Above Employee

• Junior Legal Assistant, Office of General Counsel

  • Dec 2015 - Nov 2016

  - Supported the directors and team of lawyers within the Office of General Counsel’s high-pressure and fast-paced work environment.- Responsible for organising new matters, printing and collating documents, archiving, taking phone calls, organising correspondence, and other administrative duties across the team. - Supported the directors and team of lawyers within the Office of General Counsel’s high-pressure and fast-paced work environment.- Responsible for organising new matters, printing and collating documents, archiving, taking phone calls, organising correspondence, and other administrative duties across the team.