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Naomi Burjorjee Van Pelt

Brooklyn,New York

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience

Work History

Assistant Manager

Metrograph
New York , NY
01.2023 - Current
  • Successfully manage day-to-day operations of a busy movie theater, overseeing a team of ten staff members and ensuring smooth running of all functions.
  • Control inventory and supply chain logistics, ensuring an uninterrupted flow of concessions while minimizing waste.
  • Play a key role in coordinating special events, premieres, and film festivals, enhancing the theater's reputation as a cultural hub within the community.
  • Demonstrate exceptional problem-solving skills by addressing customer concerns and resolving conflicts, maintaining high levels of customer satisfaction.

Puppeteer

Bread and Puppet Theatre
Glover, Vermont
05.2019 - 11.2022
  • Collaborated with more than thirty actors to choreograph and perform original political shows across the country.
  • Designed and constructed puppets, demonstrating proficiency in materials selection and mechanical engineering to achieve desired movements and appearances.
  • Acted in community to foster a space of mutual aid and collective support for a diverse array of people.

Curatorial Intern

New Collectors
New York, NY
09.2021 - 02.2022
  • Managed inventory and sales transactions, demonstrating proficiency in art handling, packaging, and shipping logistics, which contributed to the seamless execution of sales and a positive purchasing experience for clients.
  • Attended studio visits to aid in the selection process and curation of shows, fostering positive relationships with artists, clients, and gallery managers.
  • Prepared and installed artwork and wall labels for the gallery's Holiday Market, showcasing attention to detail and an eye for narrative coherence.

Tutor

Edumate
New York , New York
06.2020 - 08.2021
  • Coached English reading and comprehension mastery through one on one instruction.
  • Developed curriculum to meet tutee’s specific changing skill level and needs.

Administrative Assistant

German Academic Exchange Service
New York, New York
01.2021 - 07.2021
  • Provided comprehensive administrative support to executive team, streamlining daily operations and enabling efficient decision-making processes.
  • Managed over 500 digital applicant files and maintained organization of Excel spreadsheets with discretion.
  • Facilitated international Zoom conferences for Grant and Scholarship awarding procedures.

Gallery Assistant

Silber Art Gallery
Baltimore, MD
10.2018 - 05.2021
  • Corresponded with artists, galleries, publications, visitors, and donors for gallery outreach
  • Aided in creative design of show layout and installation with Goucher’s Exhibition Director
  • Authored descriptions of featured artists’ work for brochures and live events
  • Composed and promoted social media content for Facebook and Instagram

Editor

Avant Garde
Cairo, Egypt
01.2020 - 03.2020
  • Edited student articles for the University’s Critical Narrative
  • Pitched ideas for columns based on changing relevant political and social issues

Arts Councilor

Al-Makassed College
, Lebanon
06.2018 - 07.2018
  • Lesson planned and led art classes with children ages 5-10
  • Collaborated with councilors to structure a daily routine for kids

Research Assistant

Goucher Prison Education Program
Baltimore, MD
02.2018 - 05.2018
  • Executed the research and organization of academic articles for incarcerated students of an American Revolution class based on their interests and needs.
  • Maintained ethical standards and compliance with research protocols, demonstrating a commitment to upholding the integrity of the research process and ensuring participant safety and privacy.

Teaching Assistant

Abrons Art Center
New York, NY
06.2016 - 08.2016
  • Joined forces with the Director of Visual Arts to teach kids ages 5-13 fundamentals of art and facilitate engaging and interactive lessons.
  • Received public recognition for working outside art shows, including film premiers at the Metrograph Theatre.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - International Relations, Arabic Studies

Goucher College
Baltimore, MD
05.2021

Semester Abroad - International Relations And Migration Studies

American University of Cairo
New Cairo
06.2020

Skills

  • Experienced with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook), Adobe InDesign, iMovie, Mailchimp
  • Supervision & Leadership
  • Planning & Organizing
  • Problem Resolution and Relationship Building
  • Excellent Customer Service

Languages

  • Beginner Arabic, Spanish and French.

    • Timeline

    Assistant Manager

    Metrograph
    01.2023 - Current

    Curatorial Intern

    New Collectors
    09.2021 - 02.2022

    Administrative Assistant

    German Academic Exchange Service
    01.2021 - 07.2021

    Tutor

    Edumate
    06.2020 - 08.2021

    Editor

    Avant Garde
    01.2020 - 03.2020

    Puppeteer

    Bread and Puppet Theatre
    05.2019 - 11.2022

    Gallery Assistant

    Silber Art Gallery
    10.2018 - 05.2021

    Arts Councilor

    Al-Makassed College
    06.2018 - 07.2018

    Research Assistant

    Goucher Prison Education Program
    02.2018 - 05.2018

    Teaching Assistant

    Abrons Art Center
    06.2016 - 08.2016

    Bachelor of Arts - International Relations, Arabic Studies

    Goucher College

    Semester Abroad - International Relations And Migration Studies

    American University of Cairo

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