Kait Berry
Memphis,TN
Summary
I am an organized, driven student with a passion for art history and museum work. I am eager to contribute within museum field with the skills I have acquired from my previous positions. I am dependable, productive, and motivated to grow.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Collections and Archival Intern
The National Civil Rights Museum
Memphis, Tennessee
01.2022 - Current
- Researched and recorded origins, provenance, and historical significance of archival materials.
- Learned how to properly catalog and write condition reports on historical artifacts.
- Maintained knowledge of museum topics by studying new artifacts and exhibits.
- Worked with multiple cataloging software, such as Past-Perfect and Wither's Digital Lab
- Quickly learned new skills and applied them to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity.
- Carried out day-day-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced atmosphere.
- Aided in instillation and de-instillation of gallery shows.
- Carried out daily exhibit checks throughout all of the museum's galleries.
Photography Classroom T.A.
The Louisiana School For Math Science And Arts
Natchitoches, LA
08.2019 - 05.2021
- Taught lessons encompassing skill-building activities in photography.
- Planned lessons according to teacher's requirements, and aided in grading.
- Helped students develop self-esteem and confidence in their photography skills.
- Collaborated with administrators on classroom policies, management strategies, and discipline.
- Organized classroom supplies and decorated walls to create fun, nurturing settings and meet learning needs.
- Boosted individual perseverance and resilience by setting challenging goals and providing realistic support.
- Learned how to use Adobe Photoshop, lightroom, and other related software.
Children's Program Volunteer
Art Gallery Of Nova Scotia
Halifax, Nova Scotia
07.2019 - 08.2019
- Assisted with special events or programs.
- Used strong interpersonal communication skills to convey information to others.
- Supported engaging, fun and smooth-running events by helping with organization and planning.
- Met with other volunteers and program leaders to discuss new service opportunities.
- Planned and delivered numerous activities and special events for programs and services.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Art History And Classical Studies
Rhodes College
Memphis, TN05.2025
High School Diploma -
The Louisiana School of Math, Science And The Arts
Natchitoches, LA05.2021
Skills
- Conversion methods mastery
- Photo imaging
- Digital file formatting
- Cataloguing proficiency
- Dependable and Responsible
- Flexible and Adaptable
- Extensive art history knowledge
Accomplishments
In 2021, I curated a gallery of my own photography, and completed a collegiate thesis. This work included traveling to nearly every parish in Louisiana to complete the photography aspect, and a 50 page research paper, as well as facilitating instillation and de-instillation of my gallery, and presenting my work in an opening and closing show.
Languages
Ionic Greek
Elementary
Chinese (Mandarin)
Elementary
English
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Collections and Archival Intern
The National Civil Rights Museum
01.2022 - Current
Photography Classroom T.A.
The Louisiana School For Math Science And Arts
08.2019 - 05.2021
Children's Program Volunteer
Art Gallery Of Nova Scotia
07.2019 - 08.2019
Bachelor of Arts - Art History And Classical Studies
Rhodes College
High School Diploma -
The Louisiana School of Math, Science And The Arts
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