WORK EXPERIENCE

  • Museum Docent

    Aug 2024 - Present

    Irvine, CA

    • Demonstrates a strong understanding of the museum’s collections, exhibitions, and relevant historical contexts in order to encourage the sharing of accurate and compelling narratives.

    • Specialize with excellent visitor services, addressing inquiries and concerns, and ensuring a positive experience for all guests.

    • Collaborates directly with other museum staff, educators, and volunteers to plan and execute programs and events effectively.

  • Museum Gallery Guide

     July 2024 - Present

    Irvine, CA

    • Fosters a welcoming atmosphere by engaging with visitors through approachable and friendly interactions, boosting satisfaction and enhancing overall engagement.

    • Focuses on accuracy and attention to detail in information delivery and gallery presentation, maintaining professionalism.

    • Addresses and resolves unexpected challenges during tours, demonstrating quick thinking and effective problem-solving skills.

  • Content Creation and Marketing

     March 2024 - Sep 2024

    Irvine, CA

    • Utilize social media platforms to reach and engage with the target audience, leveraging targeted advertising, interactive content, and user-generated campaigns.

    • Craft clear, concise, and impactful messages that emphasize the dangers of drunk driving and the importance of driving sober.

    • Create visually engaging content, including graphics, videos, and infographics, to convey the campaign's message effectively across various platforms.

INTERNSHIP

ART LAB

Associated Students, University of California, Irvine

September 2024 - Present

  • Expertise in conceptualizing and planning art events, including exhibitions, workshops, and guest lectures, from inception to execution.

  • Strong ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring deadlines are met and resources are allocated efficiently.

  • Experience working closely with student artists and organizations, coordinating efforts to align event goals with artistic interests and campus culture.

  • Facilitation of creative brainstorming sessions that involve all team members, harnessing collective creativity to develop innovative art concepts and event themes.

PROJECTS @ARTLAB

ZOT ZINE 2025

  • Zot Zine is an online magazine made BY students, FOR students by ASUCI’s Art Lab! The theme for this project revolves around expressions of individuality and alternative art forms.

  • As an editor and designer of the zine, I actively worked on the creative direction and design of the zine - with a focus on artist pages!

DAYDREAMS IN BLOOM ART EXHIBITION

  • As a collective, Art Lab hosts a yearly art exhibition of student artwork celebrating four different categories (Visual Arts Traditional, Visual Arts Digital, Photography and Literature) and for the 2025 theme, it was “Daydreams in Bloom“.

  • As an Art Lab intern, I worked on curating the works chosen, installing/deinstalling the installation and serving as a student judge!

“BRING HOME SPRING” EVENT

  • The intern led event for Art Lab was “Bring Home Spring“ - a spring themed event where students can participate in creating their own sun-catchers using markers and beads.

  • Working on hosting this event, I helped in the organizing the theme of the event, reaching out to UCI pro-staff to coordinate date/time and ordering of supplies of the event along with working with fellow interns to design the marketing.

  • promotion of campus art resources (1)

  • promotion of campus art resources (2)

  • zot zine version 1 (1)

  • zot zine version 1 (2)

  • zot zine version 2 (1)

  • zot zine version 2 (2)

  • zot zine version 3 (1)

  • zot zine version 3 (2)

  • Daydreams In Bloom Exhibition

  • Daydreams In Bloom Exhibition

  • Daydreams In Bloom Exhibition

ART CONSULTING

Annie Wharton Art Consulting

March 2024 - September 2024

  • Conduct research on art trends, collector preferences, and market demand to identify potential opportunities for art consulting services.

  • Create engaging content, including slide decks, articles, and visual media, to showcase artists, artworks, and art consulting services.

  • Pay close attention to details such as artwork descriptions, pricing, and shipping arrangements to ensure accuracy and professionalism.

  • Develop creative solutions to overcome challenges in the art consulting process, such as finding suitable artworks for specific client preferences or budget constraints.

  • Adapt quickly to changing priorities, client preferences, and market dynamics in the fast-paced art industry.

  • Communicate effectively with artists, clients, and colleagues through verbal and written channels, including emails, phone calls, and presentations.

  • Demonstrate sensitivity and respect for diverse cultural perspectives and artistic expressions when working with artists and clients from different backgrounds.