Gallery Assistant
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Gallery Assistant

Demetrius Wilson


CAREER PROFILE

Gallery Assistant with over 5 years of experience corresponding with fellow artists, potential clients, and most importantly the viewers. Provided support to galleries, both well-known and local, through managing inventory, marketing strategies, promotion of exhibitions, and other administrative-related responsibilities.

Core competencies include Oral Presentation, Relationship Building, Inventory Management, Fine Arts Background, Gallery Attending, Administration, Marketing, and Promotion.

WORK EXPERIENCE

ClockWork Cros Gallery, Gallery & Media Internship, New York, NY February 2021- Present
-Create content to enhance the gallery�s online presence on social media platforms.
-Manage sales and promotion of artwork within the gallery.
-Schedule reservations and maintain a friendly and positive attitude towards guests.

Galatea Fine Art Gallery, Gallery Assistant, Boston, MA October 2019-February 2021
-Performed administrative duties including, updating artist�s catalogs, and packaging art.
-Enforce gallery rules and protocols to ensure the safety of visitors and artwork.
-Schedule appointments along with managing sales and promotion of artwork.

West End House Boys & Girls Club, Service Coordinator, Boston, MA July 2019- January 2021
-Developed and implemented effective programs for youth between the ages of 11-18.
-Increased teen engagement during 2019-2020 due to efficient recruitment efforts.
-Upheld order and discipline of members ensuring they adhere to rules and regulations.

Ben & Jerry�s, Shift Manager, Boston, MA July 2016- August 2019
-Promptly responded to customer inquiries while providing customer satisfactory service.
-Handled major cash responsibilities which consist of deposits to the bank.
-Delegated orientation training and onboarding for new employees.

Citizen Schools, Teaching Fellow, Boston, MA August 2018- January 2019
-Prepared and facilitated oral presentations to a class of 20-25 students.
-Coordinated, developed, and maintained budget for school-wide events.
-Provided classroom support while adhering to the needs of members.

Boston Center for the Arts, Gallery Attendant, Boston, MA August 2018- November 2018
- Prepared the facilities for viewing by setting up and breaking down installations.
-Monitored gallery while simultaneously greeting and assisting visitors.
-Delivered insightful information about the exhibition to visitors.

EDUCATION
The College of the Holy Cross, Worcester, MA August 2014- May 2018
Bachelor of Arts, Fine Arts & Art History

SKILLS
Computer: Microsoft Office, Adobe Suites (Photoshop, Illustrator, etc.), Google Slides
Studio Art: Painting, Drawing, Printmaking, Digital Art, Graphic Design