Alexandra Wright
London,Lambeth
Summary
Experienced in gallery operations with a strong focus on exhibition logistics, artist liaising, and installation support. Proficient in Adobe Suite and other essential software tools such as Artlogic and Affinity. Skilled in PR and communications, including writing press releases and engaging the public through social media. Demonstrates exceptional front of house skills with effective communication and interpersonal abilities. Expertise in art handling, ensuring the professional delivery, condition checking, and packaging of artworks. Adept at research, visual merchandising, product merchandising, and customer retention strategies.
Offering strong interpersonal skills and commitment to customer satisfaction. Knowledgeable about maintaining inventory, handling transactions, and providing exceptional service. Ready to use and develop communication, teamwork, and problem-solving skills in Gallery Assistant role.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work history
Exhibitor assistant and invigilator
Creative Industries Institute and Ministry of Culture and National Heritage (Poland)
Hoxton
2025.09
- Assisted with and managed events that corresponded with the exhibition, including a panel talk that comprised of 50+ guests
- Curated tours for over 100 visitors in order to present the exhibition in a welcoming and comprehensive manner
- Supported the wider team in developing and nurturing excellent relationships with artists, contributors and sponsors
- Producing condition reports
Exhibitor assistant and invigilator
Adam Mickiewicz Institute’s Polish Pavillion
2025.06
- Acted as front-facing representative for the Polish Pavilion, welcoming and liaising with international visitors and guests
- Assisted in translating and supporting communication during Goldsmiths’ Fair panel talk at the London Design Festival
- Ensured smooth daily operations including invigilation, gallery maintenance and logistical tasks. Also including looking after and maintaining the exhibit/installation
- Demonstrated flexibility, initiative, and problem solving in a fast-paced public-facing environment
- Inbox management: monitored shared inboxes and coordinated communication with curatorial team and international contacts
Co-Curator and coordinator
Centre of Contemporary Art public programme at Goldsmiths University
2025.03
- Acted as the public host on the night, introducing poets and managing the running order with confidence and professionalism
- Researched, selected, and liaised with emerging and established poets, ensuring a cohesive and dynamic programme
- Oversaw event budgeting and worked closely with Goldsmiths CCA staff, including the Senior Curator and other team members to coordinate logistics and secure institutional support
- Designed all promotional materials including posters and social assets, demonstrating fluency in Adobe InDesign and Photoshop
- Operated effectively in a fast paced, high-pressure environment
- Demonstrated flexibility, attention to detail, and strong communication skills while supporting both technical and creative tasks
Volunteer
Art of London Gallery HOP!
2024.10
- Represented participating galleries in a polished and welcoming manner, reflecting positively on the event partners
- Coordinated with fellow volunteers to keep tours running to schedule
- Assisted with crowd flow and timing to ensure a smooth experience across multiple gallery sites
- Shared accessible knowledge about artists, exhibitions, and galleries to enrich visitor experience
Gallery Assistant
Shipton Gallery
Hackney Wick
2024.10 - 2024.11
- Liaised with artists to coordinate the timely delivery and installation of works, ensuring exhibitions opened smoothly. This includes two shows which ran in London and Amsterdam simultaneously
- Drafted and distributed promotional texts to industry contacts, supporting the gallery’s PR and audience outreach
- Assisted with private views by welcoming guests, maintaining presentation of the gallery space, and providing hospitality support
Team member
Tortilla
London, Merton
2024.01 - 2024.08
- Maintained high standards of food hygiene, securing customer trust.
- Assisted in stock take, maintaining sufficient inventory at all times.
- Conveyed product information effectively to customers, promoting sales.
- Achieved efficient workflow with proper time management.
- Handled difficult customers, resulting in conflict resolution.
- Ensured workplace cleanliness with regular maintenance tasks.
Sales assistant
Fielders
London, Merton
2019.10 - 2022.02
- Managed shop’s social media platforms, utilising Adobe Suite for visual marketing.
- Designed and installed innovative shop front displays to attract customers.
- Assisted floor manager with product layout, re-stocking, and general upkeep.
- Developed extensive knowledge of diverse art materials and technical processes.
- Handled customer orders and requests via phone and email with urgency and care.
- Improved customer service by efficiently handling queries and complaints.
- Trained new staff members, fostering a supportive working environment.
- Fostered a welcoming store environment by maintaining clean and well-organised displays.
Sales assistant
Oxfam
London, Merton
2015.09 - 2016.09
- Offered personalised shopping advice to enhance customer experiences.
- Assisted customers with product selection for optimal satisfaction.
- Built strong relationships with regular customers for repeat business.
- Kept abreast of retail trends to suggest appropriate pricing strategies to management.
- Demonstrated excellent customer service skills to ensure repeat business.
Education
MFA - Curation
Goldsmiths University
London 10/2024 -
Running a Contemporary Gallery course
Sotheby’s Institute of Art
BA - Fine Art
Central Saint Martins UAL
Skills
- Gallery Operations: Exhibition logistics, artist liaising, installation support, private view coordination
- Software Proficiency: Adobe Suite, Google Docs & Sheets, Mailchimp, iCal, Dropbox, Microsoft Office, Artlogic, Affinity
- PR & Communications: Writing press releases, public engagement, social media support
- Front of house skills: Strong communication and interpersonal skills for communicating with artists, clients and colleagues working alongside technicians and artists during installs
- Art Handling: arranging delivery of artworks, checking on the artwork’s condition, handling and packaging art professionally
- Research: Research artists relevant to selected programmes, communication with the artists' representatives
- Visual merchandising
- Product merchandising
- Customer retention
PRIZES/COMPETITIONS
Shortlisted in Young KAOS art competition (2018), Shortlisted for Barry Martin Prize (2023), Press and other projects, Featured in Infringe Magazine editorial Ruby Hung (2023), Artist Lunch Box in collaboration with Academy of Fine Art in Vienna (2024), Featured interview in magazine Blackpepper (2024)
Timeline
Exhibitor assistant and invigilator
Creative Industries Institute and Ministry of Culture and National Heritage (Poland)
2025.09
Exhibitor assistant and invigilator
Adam Mickiewicz Institute’s Polish Pavillion
2025.06
Co-Curator and coordinator
Centre of Contemporary Art public programme at Goldsmiths University
2025.03
Volunteer
Art of London Gallery HOP!
2024.10
Gallery Assistant
Shipton Gallery
2024.10 - 2024.11
Team member
Tortilla
2024.01 - 2024.08
Sales assistant
Fielders
2019.10 - 2022.02
Sales assistant
Oxfam
2015.09 - 2016.09
Running a Contemporary Gallery course
Sotheby’s Institute of Art
BA - Fine Art
Central Saint Martins UAL
MFA - Curation
Goldsmiths University
10/2024 -