Founder

• Sep 2019 - Present

At ArtistAnd, we produce traditional oil paintings for brands, TV and events. Alongside that, we use Art to deliver workshops within companies and teams and support creativity and team building.

Founder - ArtistAnd

• Sep 2019 - Present

Gallery Consultant and Advisor

• Apr 2019 - Sep 2019

Gallery Manager

• Jul 2018 - Mar 2019

Deputy Manager

• Oct 2016 - Jun 2018

*Plan, resource and lasing with 7 departments to change exhibitions, create appointments external & internal & organize contractual reinforcement for larger artworks.* Manage 14 technicians, 5 warehouse staff, external contractors, maintenance & security regularly.* Ensure the gallery maintenance of the 3 buildings (2 in New Bond Street, 1 in Harrods & 3 offices) are kept in pristine condition.* Source & research restorers, handling methods, equipment & health and safety training. * Quality Assess all artworks before display. * Meet the needs of the business through a “Yes First Attitude” at all times. * Ensure all staff adheres to the preservation and safe movement of all artworks. *Arrange daily gallery changes, improve and manage stock area’s*Provide stock enquiries, log any movements, create sales reports and track sold items until delivered.* Plan and administer of a multitude of projects simultaneously with tight deadlines.*Managing stock control to and from the galleries.*Requesting TR when necessary and adhering to the regulations of HMRC import and tax customs.

Art Technician

• Oct 2014 - Oct 2016

*Handling Art from all spectrums of value from £1000, to £5,000,000. Artists vary from original paintings on canvas like Picasso & Renoir, to Dale Chihuly – chandelier glass and Bob Dylan works on paper. *Consider and be aware of materials, mediums, and fabrics of the walls, fixings & framed elements. * Restoring faded patina’s on sculptures, tighten canvas’s on stretchers, fixing frames and gilding, touching up damaged corners. * Training newcomers and introducing them to Halcyon methods. * Safely moving, packing and transporting artwork on regular journeys. * Be reliable to drive the company Luton Van. * Maintain the presentation of public display such as wall quality, lighting and flooring.*Build & improve elements for limited storage spaces. * Restoration of damaged artworks/ plinths / sculptures/ frames.* Maintain the presentation of displaying space such as walls, lighting and flooring. * Advice clients in curatorial perception on site visits. * Maintain presentation and positive attitude towards all staff and client facing scenarios.* Keeping all work spaces fully stocked, and improving and building on current and new storage systems for art work.

Director

• Aug 2014 - Jul 2015

The BBC craft fair was a local community activity, showcasing the best and most interesting local talents in hand made crafts, jewellery and vintage sales. The role included: • Co-ordinating with stall holders, the venue and the local community. • Marketing & advertising under a very small budget. • Handeling requests, queries and payments. • Managing the spaces and stalls for appropriate products sold. • Engaging in social media, networking and local advertising to maximise customers and sellers.

Assistant Manager

• Oct 2011 - Feb 2015

Being assistant manager promoted a challenging and enjoyable environment. As the dining experience was an open table service, it allowed all waiters to be a part of the customers experience and judging by the connections made between them and the staff, there was leeway to adapt the communication allowance. This challenged the staff to be at their best constantly and work to their fullest potential. Duties included : • Organising the daily diary for bookings, events and staffing. • Writing the weekly roter. • Engaging in comments queries, problems and quarms in regards to both food and service. • Communicating effectively between staff, kitchen and customers. • Ensuring a high level of service was above and beyond the call of duty. • Motivating and listening to staffs problems. • Ensuring all events were catered to appropriately.

Gallery Assistant

• Mar 2014 - Nov 2014

Invigilating, being the first point of contact for information, solving problems, answering directions. The role involves regular training sessions on each exhibition to ensure viewers are kept informed correctly on the shows. Often, the exhibitions require an admission fee so one must ensure correct protocol and fairness towards paying customers. Invigilating, being the first point of contact for information, solving problems, answering directions. The role involves regular training sessions on each exhibition to ensure viewers are kept informed correctly on the shows. Often, the exhibitions require an admission fee so one must ensure correct protocol and fairness towards paying customers.

Events Coordinator

• Sep 2013 - Feb 2014

As an internship, this role required more than the basic office duties. My role involved responsibility for: curating exhibitions, maintain marketing and publicity such as press release and social media updates, creating and implementing monthly exhibits, organise and run evening events such as performance art and music nights. Other duties included raising money via various events, negotiating between other companies with venue hire and event planning. Delegate jobs appropriately for volunteers depending on experience as well as hiring and attracting new people, and leading small teams on large scale projects such as 'The Affordable Art Show' and 'Evenings of Spoken Word.'

Parkway Cinema

• Jun 2007 - Aug 2010