Ayla Siqi Wu
New York City,New York
Summary
Hardworking and enthusiastic Art student working towards a M.A in Art Business at Sotheby's Institute of Art. Seeking to use my expertise at Auction Houses, Galleries and Museums and my advanced communication skills to effectively serve your company in an internship position. I am dedicated, hardworking, and committed to becoming a dependable and valuable team member.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
Work History
Gallery Assistant
Arader Galleries
05.2024 - Current
- Catalogued and inventoried rare antique books, prints, and maps. Photographed and edited artworks to post online.
- Worked at frontdesk, helped with introducing and showing guests the gallery.
- Wrote and sent auction advertising emails to clients.
- Had tours in clients' houses and gave art advises.
Gallery Assistant
Barro New York/The Opening Gallery
11.2023 - 02.2024
- Assisted clients and potential buyers in understanding and purchasing artworks; Collaborated with artists, curators, and other staff members to ensure successful exhibitions
- Installed and deinstalled artworks for exhibitions; handled artworks with care during transportation, unpacking, and storage
- Assisted in the day-to-day operations of the gallery.
Assistant
Contemporary Art Dept, Poly International Auction
08.2023 - 09.2023
- Research and catalog artworks, including artists' information and market data.
- Assist in preparing exhibitions and auction events, handling logistics and setup.
- Support client services and communication, responding to inquiries and assisting specialists.
Exhibition Designer
Gems&Jewelry Trade Association of China
05.2023 - 08.2023
- Collaborated with the curatorial team to conceptualize exhibition themes and layouts.
- Assisted in designing and arranging the gallery space, ensuring optimal presentation of artworks.
- Helped with the installation of artworks and any required exhibition signage or displays.
Education
M.A. in Art Business -
Sotheby's Institute of Art
New York, NY08.2024
BFA in Fashion Design -
California College of the Arts
San Francisco, CA05.2022
Skills
- Fluent in English
- Mandarin
- Adobe Softwares
- Microsoft
- Exhibition Planning
- Cataloging
- Researching
Shorttermprojects
- Teaching Assistant, Tsing Hub Art, 07/01/23, Supported the instructor in preparing course materials and lesson plans., Assisted students during class with hands-on activities, such as gem identification and jewelry making., Provided one-on-one or small group help to students who need extra guidance or clarification.
- Exhibition coordinator, Colorful Yunan Beijing, China, Beijing, 08/01/23
Timeline
Gallery Assistant
Arader Galleries
05.2024 - Current
Gallery Assistant
Barro New York/The Opening Gallery
11.2023 - 02.2024
Assistant
Contemporary Art Dept, Poly International Auction
08.2023 - 09.2023
Exhibition Designer
Gems&Jewelry Trade Association of China
05.2023 - 08.2023
M.A. in Art Business -
Sotheby's Institute of Art
BFA in Fashion Design -
California College of the Arts
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