Saray García Álvarez
Collection and Exhibitions Registrar at Centre for British Photography- Claim this Profile
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Spanish Native or bilingual proficiency
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English Full professional proficiency
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Japanese -
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Credentials
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The archaeology and anthropology of death and burial
University of Cambridge Institute of Continuing EducationDec, 2021- Nov, 2024 -
Gallery Management and Art Logistics
Sotheby's Institute of ArtJan, 2020- Nov, 2024 -
Skills in the art world: Curating
Sotheby's Institute of ArtJan, 2019- Nov, 2024 -
Antiquities Trafficking and Art Crime
University of GlasgowAug, 2018- Nov, 2024 -
Egyptology
Universitat Autònoma de BarcelonaJan, 2017- Nov, 2024 -
Arms and Armor Conservation and Restoration
Instituto del Patrimonio CulturalJan, 2015- Nov, 2024 -
Emergency and Risk Management of Cultural Heritage: Strategies and capacities
Instituto del Patrimonio CulturalJan, 2015- Nov, 2024 -
The Conservator/Curator, new challenges in the vis-a-vis with the Intervention of art
Instituto del Patrimonio CulturalJan, 2013- Nov, 2024 -
Egyptian Hieroglyphs
Instituto Bíblico y OrientalJan, 2012- Nov, 2024
Experience
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Centre for British Photography
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United Kingdom
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Photography
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1 - 100 Employee
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Collection and Exhibitions Registrar
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Nov 2022 - Present
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James Hyman Gallery
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United Kingdom
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Artists and Writers
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Registrar and Cataloguer
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Apr 2022 - Present
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DIBA ART London
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United Kingdom
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Museums, Historical Sites, and Zoos
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Gallery Manager
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Dec 2019 - Present
- Artist and client liaison- Networking on behalf of the Gallery: developing and maintaining relationships with artists and clientele as well as other professionals of the industry- Curating exhibition program for the Gallery- Arranging for loans with private collectors and other galleries- Writing of contracts with artists and other parties as well as invoices- Ensuring the correct transport, transit handling and installation of the works of art in the exhibition space (arranging logistics)- Designing and producing online viewing rooms and catalogues as well as marketing campaignsAdvertising Gallery and Artists - Creating and Updating the gallery’s website and social media accounts- Arranging and dealing with PR teams and press- Developing and managing inventory and archive systems- Managing of CMS for online platforms such as Artsy- Providing information to clients and visitors- Negotiating sales with collectors- Managing the work of the rest of the team
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Head of Provenance Research and Art Advisory
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Sep 2017 - Mar 2020
- Conducting full provenance research and executing a stringent due diligence process for each artwork sourced, as well as checking all relevant databases (such as looted, INTERPOL and FBI databases for stolen art) to ensure the historical integrity of the work is intact before it is offered to a client.- Facilitating art collecting when sourcing works for clients through a network of private collections, galleries and studios.- Compiling an in-depth analysis of individual artist’s market trends and stakeholders, as well as recent sale results, in order to assess best acquisition price and negotiate on behalf of our clients, facilitating the transaction as discreetly and swiftly as possible.- Curating and managing of art-related events hosted by the company such as invitation-only dinners, exhibitions and market trends and opportunities conferences.- Providing training opportunities and managing research interns.- Attending private viewings and representing the company at art events.
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Research Intern
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Jun 2017 - Sep 2017
- Collaborated with researchers in preparing study results for publications and presentation for the clients.- Supported project leads in preparing regulatory documentation and presentations highlighting findings.- Compiled, organised and manipulated research data to produce reports and graphs.- Participated in events, including meetings and presentations to better understand our client's requirements.- Travelled to different libraries and archives to collect and record data useful for the artwork's research and due diligence.
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HAMISH DEWAR CONSERVATION & RESTORATION LIMITED
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United Kingdom
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Work Experience
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Dec 2019 - Dec 2019
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Victoria and Albert Museum
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United Kingdom
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Museums, Historical Sites, and Zoos
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700 & Above Employee
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International Volunteer
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Jun 2017 - Jan 2018
- Greeted arriving visitors to provide assistance and facilitate their experience at the museum.- Planned customised itineraries for guests, which included guided tours and children and families activities.- Promptly managed complaints and concerns with positive attitude and rectified issues to complete satisfaction.- Directed customer communication to appropriate department personnel, in addition to providing information to resolve inquiries and bolster customer satisfaction.Investigated guest complaints and utilised critical thinking to foster expedient resolution.
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Conservator
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Aug 2015 - Sep 2015
- Creation of preservative conservation strategies for the newly discovered paintings.- Restoration in situ of the wall paintings discovered during the archaeological works. - Creation of preservative conservation strategies for the newly discovered paintings.- Restoration in situ of the wall paintings discovered during the archaeological works.
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Front desk and Gallery Assistant
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Jul 2013 - Aug 2013
- Coordinated front desk operations and diligently helped all in-person visitors and callers with knowledgeable assistance.- Maintained accurate bookkeeping of important files, ran reports and delivered updates on occupancy and revenues to the director on a weekly basis.- Collating and filing expenses. - Coordinated front desk operations and diligently helped all in-person visitors and callers with knowledgeable assistance.- Maintained accurate bookkeeping of important files, ran reports and delivered updates on occupancy and revenues to the director on a weekly basis.- Collating and filing expenses.
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Education
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Universidad de Salamanca
Doctor of Philosophy - PhD, History of Art and Musicology -
Kingston University
Master of Arts - MA, Art Market Appraisal (Professional Practice) -
Escuela de Arte y Superior de Conservación y Restauración de León
Restoration and Conservation of Cultural Heritage -
Universidad de León
Grado (BA), History of Art