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Charlene Mao

Jersey City,New Jersey

Summary

Dynamic and results-oriented professional with extensive experience as a Gallery Assistant at Eli Klein Gallery and other esteemed institutions. Excelled in art promotion and client engagement, significantly enhancing gallery visibility and sales. Expert in Adobe Photoshop and adept at fostering positive visitor experiences. Proven track record in artwork handling and digital content creation, showcasing a blend of technical proficiency and creative flair.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience

Work History

Gallery Assistant

Eli Klein Gallery
New York, NY
05.2024 - 07.2025

Assisted the gallery's attendance at the Hampton Art Fair by making a 3D rendering of the exhibition space and installation, and deinstallation of the space. Also promoting and introducing artworks to clients during the fair.

Updating the artist's CV regularly on the website and introducing artworks to clients in the gallery.

Artist Assistant

Alison Nguyen
New York , Ny
12.2023 - 02.2024

Support Alison Nguyen during her time in the Whitney ISP residency program.

Supported the lead artist in creating innovative artworks by assisting with research, sketching, and color mixing.

Gallery Assistant

Classic Jen Gallery
Shanghai, China
05.2023 - 09.2023

Supported the gallery's attendance at the JIN ART art fair.

Greeted guests upon arrival, and offered assistance.

Facilitated good gallery visitor flow to enhance viewing experiences and minimize potential accidents.

Gallery Assistant

Fiu Fiu Art Gallery
Shanghai, China
12.2020 - 05.2021

Monitored the inventory of gallery operations supplies, and replenished items to maintain the required stock.

Guided gallery visitors through the facility and delivered engaging talks on exhibitions to stimulate interest and facilitate sales.

Model

Elite New York
New York, NY
01.2017 - 01.2022

Promoted products and services by posing for commercials, live shows, and photo shoots.

Quickly learned new skills and applied them to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity.

Education

Bachelor of Arts -

The Cooper Union
41 Cooper Square
05-2025

Skills

  • Art history expert
  • Photo editing master
  • Artwork handling
  • Gallery promotion
  • Adobe Photoshop
  • Adobe Premiere Pro
  • Adobe Illustrator, Photographer (Film & Digital), Video Photographer
  • Photographer (Film and Digital)
  • Video photographer

Languages

English
Native/ Bilingual
Chinese (Mandarin)
Native/ Bilingual

Timeline

Gallery Assistant

Eli Klein Gallery
05.2024 - 07.2025

Artist Assistant

Alison Nguyen
12.2023 - 02.2024

Gallery Assistant

Classic Jen Gallery
05.2023 - 09.2023

Gallery Assistant

Fiu Fiu Art Gallery
12.2020 - 05.2021

Model

Elite New York
01.2017 - 01.2022

Bachelor of Arts -

The Cooper Union
Charlene Mao