Madison Feild
Birmingham
Summary
Professional with experience in art collection management and exhibition preparation. Demonstrates strong skills in handling, installing, and transporting artworks, ensuring their preservation and safety. Known for effective team collaboration and adaptability to evolving project demands. Reliable, results-driven, and skilled in inventory management and documentation.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Preparator
Birmingham Museum of Art
03.2024 - Current
- Prepares exhibition materials by assembling and organizing artworks for display.
- Maintains inventory of supplies, ensuring readiness for upcoming exhibitions and projects.
- Executes cleaning and preservation tasks to enhance the longevity of artworks in storage.
- Collaborates with curators to fulfill specific requirements for each exhibit setup.
- Operates specialized tools and equipment for artwork handling and installation processes.
- Improves overall visitor experience by ensuring proper lighting for display pieces.
- Reduces damage risks during transportation, using specialized packing methods tailored to each work''s requirements.
- Prepares and applies labels for artworks, ensuring accurate identification and display information.
- Cuts mats and hinges works on paper to museum archival standards, ensuring proper support and protection for artworks.
- Streamlines preparation processes by creating custom mounts for specific art pieces.
Assistant to the Collections and Exhibitions Coord.
Abroms-Engel Institute for the Visual Arts
06.2022 - 03.2024
- Assisted the collections and exhibitions coordinator in cataloging and documenting museum artifacts, ensuring meticulous record-keeping and adherence to professional standards
- Collaborated with the team to plan and execute exhibitions, assisting with object handling, packing, and installation
- Utilized computer skills to manage the museum’s collection database, improving accessibility and organization of records
- Conducted inspections of collection storage areas, monitoring environmental conditions for artifact preservation
- Participateed in research projects to contribute to the museum’s knowledge base and interpretive efforts
- Assisted in coordinating loans and acquisitions, ensuring compliance with ethical guidelines
Intern to the Collections and Exhibitions Coord.
Abroms-Engel Institute for the Visual Arts
01.2022 - 04.2022
- Refer to the “Assistant to the Collections and Exhibitions Coord.” section above
Art Studio Assistant
John Fields Art Studio
07.2023
- Measured and built paper boxes and internal components for artist project
Pharmacy Cashier
Nelm’s Pharmacy
06.2021 - Current
- Provides excellent customer service by assisting customers with purchases, answering inquiries, and resolving any issues promptly
- Processes transactions accurately and efficiently using the pharmacy’s point-of-sale system
- Maintains a clean and organized cashier station, ensuring a pleasant shopping experience for customers
- Collaborates with the pharmacy team to restock shelves and maintain inventory
- Accurately processes transactions and manages cashier station operations
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Anthropology
The University of Alabama at Birmingham
12.2022
Skills
- Object Handling
- Collections Management
- Database Management
- Museum Operations
- Collaborative teamwork
- Packing and crating
- Mount making
- Time management
Timeline
Preparator
Birmingham Museum of Art
03.2024 - Current
Art Studio Assistant
John Fields Art Studio
07.2023
Assistant to the Collections and Exhibitions Coord.
Abroms-Engel Institute for the Visual Arts
06.2022 - 03.2024
Intern to the Collections and Exhibitions Coord.
Abroms-Engel Institute for the Visual Arts
01.2022 - 04.2022
Pharmacy Cashier
Nelm’s Pharmacy
06.2021 - Current
Bachelor of Arts - Anthropology
The University of Alabama at Birmingham