Experience

Jerwood Arts

• United Kingdom
• Civic and Social Organizations
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Freelance Project Manager

  • Jul 2023 - Sep 2023

  I managed the delivery of the final stages of Jerwood Curatorial Acccelerator: 1:1 meetings with curators, design of evaluation surveys, analysis and data visualisation, and co-writing the final evaluation report with the Programme Director.

• Project Manager

  • Mar 2022 - Jun 2023

  I held responsibility for: - project management [administration and planning, budget management, partnerships, ongoing evaluation] for Jerwood Curatorial Accelerator, an inclusive and accessible 14-month development programme for 11 UK curators from lower socio-economic/working class backgrounds, supported by a network of 7 leading visual arts organisations in England, Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland - programme management [administration, assessment, grant monitoring… Show more I held responsibility for: - project management [administration and planning, budget management, partnerships, ongoing evaluation] for Jerwood Curatorial Accelerator, an inclusive and accessible 14-month development programme for 11 UK curators from lower socio-economic/working class backgrounds, supported by a network of 7 leading visual arts organisations in England, Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland - programme management [administration, assessment, grant monitoring, relationship management, data and evaluation support] and management of a portfolio of about 12 organisations/clients for Jerwood Developing Artists Fund, granting £20,000-£60,000 to UK organisations to deliver talent development, skills development and career enhancing programmes I led on the evaluation and report writing to measure the impact of the 1:1FUND which had experimented with random selection as a decision-making tool, using common qualititative and quantitative evalution tools. I took part in external decision-making panels as an assessor, and participated in sector events & conferences as a panelist. I was also one of three Carbon Literate staff members, and alongside the Director and Deputy Director, participated in environmental sector events and drafted organisational environmental action plan.



Arts Council England

• United Kingdom
• Non-profit Organization Management
• 500 - 600 Employee

• Relationship Manager

  • Apr 2020 - Mar 2022

  I managed a portfolio of 6 London-based organisations for whom I was the main point of contact and where I was accountable for progress-against-objectives monitoring, risk register management and relationship management, thus overseeing ca. £2m/year of public investment. I assumed roles of a critical friend, assessor, decision maker and decision meeting chair in panels awarding funding. I produced written assessments for larger applications, judging the quality of idea, finance, risk… Show more I managed a portfolio of 6 London-based organisations for whom I was the main point of contact and where I was accountable for progress-against-objectives monitoring, risk register management and relationship management, thus overseeing ca. £2m/year of public investment. I assumed roles of a critical friend, assessor, decision maker and decision meeting chair in panels awarding funding. I produced written assessments for larger applications, judging the quality of idea, finance, risk, management and impact on/engagement with public. I provided advice and guidance to applicants/clients in 1:1 meetings, emails and through the delivery of external presentations, particularly the new ones. I was a member of a cross-team working group focused on analysing and enhacing the process of advice giving in order to achieve stronger reach and effectiveness. I contributed to Area and National working through data collection, best practice sharing, relationship building and sector knowledge. I was a member of several internal working groups, including Diversity group, and People & Culture group which strategised around organisational culture, employee experience and future of workplace. Training: Finance for Non-Accountants, Anti-racism Training, Autism Awareness, Dyslexia Awareness, Unconscious Bias, Working with Local Authorities, Creative Thinking, Deaf Awareness Training

• Assistant

  • Oct 2018 - Mar 2020

  I provided key organisational and administrative support to a team of ca. 10-12 managers and senior managers, responsible for team workload tracking and distribution, meeting coordination and agendas, and coordination of advice meetings with clients. I led on processing, interpreting and visualising data to support an overview of the investment by the team, progress against objectives and identification of gaps. I coordinated and serviced panel meetings where funding decisions… Show more I provided key organisational and administrative support to a team of ca. 10-12 managers and senior managers, responsible for team workload tracking and distribution, meeting coordination and agendas, and coordination of advice meetings with clients. I led on processing, interpreting and visualising data to support an overview of the investment by the team, progress against objectives and identification of gaps. I coordinated and serviced panel meetings where funding decisions were made by senior colleagues and handled timely and accurate entry of decisions to the internal database. I liaised with Assistants across teams to unify and streamline operational and administrative processes to ensure consistency of day-to-day approach. I volunteered for 'Extra Responsibility Allowance' to produce written assessments of applications requesting more than £30,000. I also volunteered to be one of three Strategic Advisors to help develop an arts strategy for a leading London university.



WHITSTABLE BIENNALE

• United Kingdom
• Retail Art Supplies
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Venue Manager

  • Jun 2018 - Jun 2018

  I was responsible for ensuring the smooth running of the festival by holding responsibility for: - technical and audience operations in the main event venue - a small team of reception volunteers - public enquiries, by being the main point of contact and giving introductions as required - festival ticket sales and merchandise - liaison with the team, including curators, technical managers and invigilators I was responsible for ensuring the smooth running of the festival by holding responsibility for: - technical and audience operations in the main event venue - a small team of reception volunteers - public enquiries, by being the main point of contact and giving introductions as required - festival ticket sales and merchandise - liaison with the team, including curators, technical managers and invigilators



The Horsebridge Arts Centre

• United Kingdom
• Non-profit Organizations
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Project Manager

  • Apr 2017 - Jun 2018

  I conceived and implemented all aspects of in-house projects and events end to end, including initial research, fundraising, partnership development, project planning, marketing, physical installation, evaluation. I planned and delivered public events (talks, screenings, social events) with appropriate communications, risk assessment and logistical support. I commissioned new work, ensured briefs and project goals were always achieved and/or suitably adapted. I achieved… Show more I conceived and implemented all aspects of in-house projects and events end to end, including initial research, fundraising, partnership development, project planning, marketing, physical installation, evaluation. I planned and delivered public events (talks, screenings, social events) with appropriate communications, risk assessment and logistical support. I commissioned new work, ensured briefs and project goals were always achieved and/or suitably adapted. I achieved strong results particularly through building new regional relationships and securing new avenues of income for the organisation by successfully applying for the 1st public arts grant. I supported and organised volunteers, and supervised internship placements by two university students.

• Gallery Coordinator

  • Jun 2016 - Jun 2018

  I oversaw the running of two gallery spaces. Responsible for: - scheduling of annual exhibition programme, including receiving and assessing proposals - advice on set-up, technical, curatorial and organisational issues - administration, inc invoices and contracts - all arts-related marketing, including editing copies for print - reception duties; held additional responsibility for hire of other workshop spaces in the building Achievements: - launched a new arts… Show more I oversaw the running of two gallery spaces. Responsible for: - scheduling of annual exhibition programme, including receiving and assessing proposals - advice on set-up, technical, curatorial and organisational issues - administration, inc invoices and contracts - all arts-related marketing, including editing copies for print - reception duties; held additional responsibility for hire of other workshop spaces in the building Achievements: - launched a new arts policy rolled out centre-wide - introduced a new exhibition/gallery hire selection process - launched 2 alternative exhibition spaces and Instagram takeovers diversifying the programme IT skills: Office 365, MS Office, Quick Books, Mail Chimp, social media, photography + basic AV equipment



The Wordsworth Hotel, Cafe Rouge, Pizza Express, Prezzo

• Canterbury, United Kingdom

• Waitress

  • Feb 2011 - May 2018

  F/T and P/T waitress positions before, throughout and after university studies in 4-star hotels and high street restaurants. Developed: - communications skills (customer service) - organisation skills (fast-paced, challenging environment) - product knowledge, health and safety - ability to manage service and payments/money independently (up to £1.5k/day) - coordination knowledge of events (conferences, weddings, mountain hikes) - interpersonal skills and ability to adapt… Show more F/T and P/T waitress positions before, throughout and after university studies in 4-star hotels and high street restaurants. Developed: - communications skills (customer service) - organisation skills (fast-paced, challenging environment) - product knowledge, health and safety - ability to manage service and payments/money independently (up to £1.5k/day) - coordination knowledge of events (conferences, weddings, mountain hikes) - interpersonal skills and ability to adapt to different clientele Show less F/T and P/T waitress positions before, throughout and after university studies in 4-star hotels and high street restaurants. Developed: - communications skills (customer service) - organisation skills (fast-paced, challenging environment) - product knowledge, health and safety - ability to manage service and payments/money independently (up to £1.5k/day) - coordination knowledge of events (conferences, weddings, mountain hikes) - interpersonal skills and ability to adapt… Show more F/T and P/T waitress positions before, throughout and after university studies in 4-star hotels and high street restaurants. Developed: - communications skills (customer service) - organisation skills (fast-paced, challenging environment) - product knowledge, health and safety - ability to manage service and payments/money independently (up to £1.5k/day) - coordination knowledge of events (conferences, weddings, mountain hikes) - interpersonal skills and ability to adapt to different clientele Show less



Festivals, fairs and events in Kent and London

• Event / Production Assistant

  • Feb 2016 - Feb 2018

  I held responsibility for: - supporting various delivery aspects (artist liaison and production liaison, space set-up, security, tours, bookings, merchandise and ticket sales) of large festivals and other events i.e. Cheriton Lights Festival 2016, Photo London 2016, Whitstable Biennale 2016, Margate Festival 2016, Strange Love Folkestone 2017, At the Violet Hour Margate 2018 I held responsibility for: - supporting various delivery aspects (artist liaison and production liaison, space set-up, security, tours, bookings, merchandise and ticket sales) of large festivals and other events i.e. Cheriton Lights Festival 2016, Photo London 2016, Whitstable Biennale 2016, Margate Festival 2016, Strange Love Folkestone 2017, At the Violet Hour Margate 2018



WHITSTABLE BIENNALE

• United Kingdom
• Retail Art Supplies
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Freelance Audience Engagement Coordinator

  • Jan 2017 - Feb 2017

  I facilitated a public consultation as part of the feasibility study on the future of the Horsebridge Arts Centre in Whitstable. I was commissioned by Whitstable Biennale and Kent County Council for this role. Responsible for: - planning of the public consultation - preparation of materials for quantitative and qualitative data gathering - motivation/initiation of public feedback and engagement with the study - contribution to the final Consultation Report I facilitated a public consultation as part of the feasibility study on the future of the Horsebridge Arts Centre in Whitstable. I was commissioned by Whitstable Biennale and Kent County Council for this role. Responsible for: - planning of the public consultation - preparation of materials for quantitative and qualitative data gathering - motivation/initiation of public feedback and engagement with the study - contribution to the final Consultation Report