ALAN VINCENT-BLUNT
West Boylston,MA
Summary
Educated and reliable employee with years of experience in museum education, art handling, and collection care. Proven record of fulfilling duties related to exhibitions and events, working well under pressure, and thoughtful care and handling of works in museum collections.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Gallery Attendant
Worcester Art Museum
12.2023 - Current
- Opening and closing galleries daily, monitoring notable observations, and ensuring technical requirements for specific artworks
- Providing visitors with educational context and materials, ranging from ancient to contemporary art
- Informing visitors of exhibit details and highlights to promote enriching gallery experiences
- Inspecting building and exhibition spaces for potential hazards during the Worcester Art Museum's construction and redevelopment projects
- Partnering with management in the Worcester Art Museum's DEAI Committee, and implementing institutional changes to foster diversity and inclusion
Art Handler/Installer
Institute Of Contemporary Art
08.2023 - Current
- Attending to packing, shipping and receiving of gallery art and other mail and packages
- Identifying conservation requirements of each piece and produced museum-wide plans to protect all works
- Using preservation and conservation techniques to protect artifacts and collections
- Balancing item protections with aesthetic standards while preparing artifacts for exhibition
- Notifying superior when restoration of artifacts required outside experts
- Closely evaluating artifacts, documenting characteristics, measurements, and cultural importance of each piece
- Proving successful working within tight deadlines and fast-paced environments
HR Assistant
Target
12.2021 - 08.2023
- Managing payroll data entry and processing for over 250 employees to comply with predetermined company guidelines
- Designing recruiting and marketing materials for in store advertisements and for online engagement
- Calculating salaries, rate changes, retroactive adjustments, overtime, bonus pay, vacation, termination and garnishments using software such as MyTime and Workday
- Monitored employee attendance and performance to verify punctuality and absences, addressing issues in accordance with company policies and procedures
- Screening applicant resumes and coordinating both phone and in-person interviews
- Processing employee termination paperwork at the direction of supervisory staff
- Documenting human resources records and maintaining confidentiality of sensitive personal information
- Filing paperwork, sorting and delivering mail and maintaining office organization.
Gallery Operator
Institute Of Contemporary Art
08.2018 - 11.2021
- Opening and closing galleries daily, monitoring notable observations, and ensuring technical requirements for specific artworks
- Safeguarding artwork, gallery security, answering questions and offering further educational materials about special exhibits
- Facilitating good gallery visitor flow to enhance viewing experiences and minimize accident potential
- Attending to and writing incident reports when artworks had been touched, moved, or damaged
- Art handling after following up with curatorial and installation departments
- Supervising staff of about ten to fifteen per day, ensuring galleries were fully staffed, and trained new personnel about museum etiquette and job responsibilities
- Supporting and assisting other Gallery Operators as well as Visitor Assistant Leads for breaks, incident reports, or other concerns
- Assisting with daily opening and closing protocols for Yayoi Kusama's 'Love is Calling' installation.
Photographer's Assistant/Photo Editor Intern
Carolyn Ross Photography
01.2017 - 05.2017
- Photographing high-quality images for various print and digital projects
- Cataloging and organizing printed and digital media for archives
- Coordinating and managing both business and owner's personal schedules
- Handling and storing photography equipment in safe and organized manner
- Selecting and assembling appropriate props, backdrops and lighting
- Performing advanced computer processing of images for assignments
- Filing and organizing model releases, invoices, and other necessary paperwork
- Using Adobe Creative Suite to complete basic image editing such as retouching skin tones and improving lighting and color
- Archiving photographs on computers and servers
- Increasing website traffic by updating and managing newly designed website to appeal to wider audience
Education
Graduate Certificate - Museum Studies
Harvard University
Cambridge, MA01.2025
Bachelor's of Fine Arts - Photography
Lesley University
Cambridge, MA05.2019
Skills
- Adobe Creative Suite
- Microsoft Office
- Collections Management Software
- Digital Photography
- Video Editing
- Website Design
- Customer Service
- Attention to Detail
- Critical Thinking
- Multitasking
Timeline
Gallery Attendant
Worcester Art Museum
12.2023 - Current
Art Handler/Installer
Institute Of Contemporary Art
08.2023 - Current
HR Assistant
Target
12.2021 - 08.2023
Gallery Operator
Institute Of Contemporary Art
08.2018 - 11.2021
Photographer's Assistant/Photo Editor Intern
Carolyn Ross Photography
01.2017 - 05.2017
Graduate Certificate - Museum Studies
Harvard University
Bachelor's of Fine Arts - Photography
Lesley University
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