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Upneet Kaur Mair

Roseville,CA

Summary

Detail-oriented and creative professional with a comprehensive background in museum curation, including expertise in Collections Management, Curatorial Practices, and Exhibition Design. Proven track record of successfully curating and coordinating art exhibitions, coupled with strong organizational and communication skills. Adept at working collaboratively to achieve project goals and enhance museum offerings.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience

Work History

Curator

Carnegie Museum
Roseville, CA
10.2024 - Current

Curator, Carnegie Museum - Roseville, CA (October 2024 - Current): Spearheaded and contributed to the curation of exhibitions, carefully selecting pieces aligning with the museum's mission. Enhanced visitor engagement through thoughtful exhibit design.

Curatorial Assistant

Syracuse University
Syracuse, New York
01.2024 - 05.2024

Curatorial Assistant, Syracuse University - Syracuse, NY (January 2024 - May 2024): Supported the curatorial team in research, content creation, and editing for upcoming exhibitions. Played a key role in the layout and execution of art installations, optimizing the use of SketchUp for design precision.

Curatorial Assistant

Syracuse University
Syracuse, NY
08.2023 - 05.2024

Curatorial Assistant, Syracuse University - Syracuse, NY (August 2023 - May 2024): Assisted in producing catalogs and labels, advised on art handling techniques, and co-curated an exhibition focusing on military life and veteran artists. Utilized SketchUp for space design and installation planning.

Co-curator

University of Alabama, Tuscaloosa
Tuscaloosa, AL
01.2022 - 05.2022

Co-curator, University of Alabama, Tuscaloosa - AL (January 2022 - May 2022): Collaboratively curated and presented a collection of poems and essays, enhancing the visibility of international artists. Contributed to the creation of exhibition catalogs and labels.

Education

Master of Arts - Museum Studies

Syracuse University
Syracuse, NY
05-2024

M.F.A - Studio Art- Painting And Printmaking

The University of Alabama
Tuscaloosa, AL
05-2022

B.F.A - Studio Art, Painting And Printmaking

Central India School of Fine Arts
India
05-2019

Skills

  • Art handling and preservation
  • Digital proficiency
  • Project management
  • Team collaboration
  • Exhibit preparation
  • Detail Oriented
  • Art gallery management
  • Oral communication

Timeline

Curator

Carnegie Museum
10.2024 - Current

Curatorial Assistant

Syracuse University
01.2024 - 05.2024

Curatorial Assistant

Syracuse University
08.2023 - 05.2024

Co-curator

University of Alabama, Tuscaloosa
01.2022 - 05.2022

Master of Arts - Museum Studies

Syracuse University

M.F.A - Studio Art- Painting And Printmaking

The University of Alabama

B.F.A - Studio Art, Painting And Printmaking

Central India School of Fine Arts
Upneet Kaur Mair