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Alistair Parr

Chaddesden,UK

Summary

A highly skilled professional with expertise in time management, interpersonal communication, and teaching, complemented by a strong foundation in research and interpretation. Demonstrates proficiency in curation and collection management, exhibition planning, and installation, with a deep understanding of museum practices and SPECTRUM standards. Adept at problem-solving, risk assessment, and maintaining cultural awareness while excelling in public speaking and report writing. Possesses advanced computer literacy, including Microsoft Office skills, alongside knowledge of exhibit fabrication techniques and construction processes. Committed to delivering excellence through academic flexibility, independent working capabilities, and a keen appreciation for design aesthetics.

Dedicated Curator who is highly effective in undertaking administrative and programme management tasks. Manages complex data with excellent organisation. Motivated to achieve outstanding success through prompt communication and a helpful approach.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience
11
11
years of post-secondary education

Work history

Museum Exhibition Designer

Lapworth Museum of Geology, University of Birmingham
01.2025 - 06.2025
  • Designed a temporary exhibit for the Lapworth Museum of Geology on campus to celebrate the museum's 125th anniversary, gaining experience in exhibition design and maintenance and learning how museums catalogue and store artefacts.

Volunteer

Derby Museum of Making and the Derby Art Gallery
Derby
08.2024 - 10.2024
  • Volunteered at both the Derby Museum of Making and the Derby Art Gallery by helping over 100 each day visitors navigate their way around the museums and engage with the artefacts granting experience on working with members of the public and how museums operate.

Catering Assistant

Derby City County
Derby
05.2020 - 10.2024
  • Working at the Waterside Café' at Alvaston Park in Derby, managing the main cashier, handling over £1000 every day, serving over 200 customers per day, cleaning after hours, becoming established in the speciality eatery industry and becoming an essential part of the logistics, maintenance and operations of the Café.

Volunteer

Brymbo Heritage Trust
Brymbo
08.2024 - 09.2024
  • Involved in excavating fossilised trees and fauna at the fossil forest site in Brymbo by working in a team to remove and preserve 60 delicate fossils using geological tools. This was done to establish the groundwork for the Stori Brymbo Museum.

Researcher

Ronin Specialist Consultancy
06.2019 - 08.2024

Part-time researcher for family consultancy business, responsible for investigating clients and industries.

Catering Assistant

Delaware North
Derby
05.2021 - 01.2024
  • Worked at Pride Park stadium in Derby, selling products, handled over £800 per shift, performed maintenance checks and increased sales by 5%.

Student Tutor UK

MyTutor.co.uk
10.2021 - 01.2023
  • Taught Chemistry, Physics, and Biology online for 6 hours every week, developing interpersonal skills and scientific communication skills.

National Citizen Service

NCS Trust
06.2019 - 07.2019
  • Successfully renovated the Long Eaton Family Support Centre by securing over £500 in funding and refurbishing the exterior facility.

Education

GCSE -

West Park
01.2014 - 01.2019

A level - Philosophy, Biology, Geography

bilborough college
01.2019 - 01.2021

Master of Science - Palaeontology, Geology

UNIVERSITY OF BIRMINGHAM
Birmingham
01.2021 - 01.2025

Skills

  • Time management skills
  • Interpersonal skills
  • Teaching skills
  • Academic flexibility and knowledge
  • Volunteering skills
  • Independent working skills
  • Research skills
  • Curation and Collection management skills
  • Communication skills
  • Problem solving
  • Email management
  • Keeping the workplace clean
  • Microsoft Office skills
  • Report writing skills
  • Understanding of SPECTRUM standards
  • Public speaking capabilities
  • Design aesthetics appreciation
  • Knowledge of museum practices
  • Research and interpretation
  • Understanding of construction processes
  • Exhibit fabrication techniques
  • Exhibition planning
  • Exhibition installation experience
  • Interpersonal communication
  • Cultural awareness
  • Equipment Maintenance
  • Product knowledge
  • Computer literacy
  • Risk Assessment

Custom

  • Interested in History and Philosophy and frequently read magazines and books about them to enhance my knowledge.
  • Member of the National Geological Society, regularly receiving and reading their latest volumes.
  • Frequently go to the gym each week to improve endurance and athletic ability.
  • Undergoing driving lessons have recently passed my driving theory test.
  • Member of the University of Birmingham running society to improve my fitness.

Timeline

Museum Exhibition Designer

Lapworth Museum of Geology, University of Birmingham
01.2025 - 06.2025

Volunteer

Derby Museum of Making and the Derby Art Gallery
08.2024 - 10.2024

Volunteer

Brymbo Heritage Trust
08.2024 - 09.2024

Student Tutor UK

MyTutor.co.uk
10.2021 - 01.2023

Catering Assistant

Delaware North
05.2021 - 01.2024

Master of Science - Palaeontology, Geology

UNIVERSITY OF BIRMINGHAM
01.2021 - 01.2025

Catering Assistant

Derby City County
05.2020 - 10.2024

National Citizen Service

NCS Trust
06.2019 - 07.2019

Researcher

Ronin Specialist Consultancy
06.2019 - 08.2024

A level - Philosophy, Biology, Geography

bilborough college
01.2019 - 01.2021

GCSE -

West Park
01.2014 - 01.2019
Alistair Parr