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Certification
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Christopher Cooper

Yarnton,Oxfordshire

Summary

Versatile and results-driven professional with a strong background in project coordination, team leadership, and public engagement across cultural, educational, and digital environments. Proven ability to manage complex collections, drive operational improvements, and lead teams to deliver high-quality outcomes. Highly adaptable with a proactive approach to problem-solving and stakeholder collaboration. Seeking to contribute to forward-thinking organisations across a range of industries.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience
10
10
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification

Work history

Tutor in Classics, Archaeology, History, Latin

Spires Tutoring
Oxford, Oxfordshire
02.2022 - Current
  • Delivered over 300 hours of personalized online tutoring in History and related fields to A-Level and university students.
  • Adapted teaching style for individual learning capabilities.
  • Designed engaging coursework materials to stimulate intellectual curiosity.
  • Developed structured learning plans and assessments, consistently receiving top-tier feedback.
  • Adapted content for online delivery using digital tools and platforms.

Volunteer Director, Technician, Actor, Coach

Oxford Theatre Guild
Oxford, Oxfordshire
06.2015 - Current
  • Directed, co-ordinated tech, and delivered over 25 technical and community theatre projects.
  • Managed teams of volunteers, coordinated event logistics, and led skills training.
  • Supported charitable objectives through accessible adult education initiatives.

Chief Curator

Barakat Galleries
Mayfair, London
09.2023 - 08.2024
  • Led reorganisation and digitisation of a 40,000+ item collection to improve record accuracy and searchability.
  • Managed a small team, mentoring staff and improving cataloguing workflows.
  • Produced accessible exhibition materials for diverse audiences.
  • Oversaw client and stakeholder engagement to support high-value transactions.

Curator of Antiquities

Barakat Galleries
Mayfair, London
06.2023 - 09.2023
  • Researched and catalogued 775 artefacts, enhancing database accuracy and visibility.
  • Conducted object photography and media preparation for exhibitions and publications.
  • Supported public engagement events and client outreach.

Landscaper

DPW Landscapes
Oxford, Oxfordshire
01.2023 - 06.2023
  • Delivered high-end landscaping projects, managing hardscaping (bricklaying, fencing) and soft landscaping (planting, turfing) to client specifications.
  • Liaised with clients throughout project lifecycles to ensure satisfaction and adapt plans to changing needs.
  • Maintained a safe working environment through site risk assessments and adherence to health and safety protocols.
  • Developed and managed the company website to enhance service visibility and client engagement.

Education

Doctor of Philosophy - Ancient History and Classical Archaeology

Merton College, University of Oxford
Oxford
10.2016 - 10.2022

Master of Arts - Classics and Ancient History

University of Manchester
Manchester
09.2015 - 10.2016

Bachelor of Arts - Ancient History

University of Manchester
Manchester
09.2012 - 09.2015

Skills

  • Team Leadership & Staff Development
  • Project & Operations Management
  • Digital Systems & Database Administration
  • Public Engagement & Communication
  • Process Improvement & Efficiency
  • Cross-functional Collaboration
  • Content Development & Presentation
  • Technical Proficiency: MS Office, SQL, Photoshop, CMS, basic web design

Affiliations

  • Fitness and Weightlifting
  • Boxing
  • Amateur Theatre
  • Coin Collecting

Accomplishments

Fellow (Member by Election), Royal Numismatic Society

Member, Hellenic Society

Alexander Hope Kyd Award

Manchester Scholarship (MA level)

AHRC/Merton Doctoral Scholarship

Certification

2021: Arts and Heritage Management, Università Commerciale Luigi Bocconi

2021: Online Course Management: Planning and Implementation, University of British Columbia

2021: Behavioural Finance, Duke University

2022: Database Management Essentials, University of Colorado

2022: Economics of Money and Banking, Columbia University

2022: International Business Operations, University of Colorado

2022: Diversity and Inclusion in Education, University of Glasgow

2023: Researcher Management and Leadership Training, University of Colorado

2023: American Contract Law, Yale University

Languages

English
Native
Latin
Advanced
French
Upper intermediate
German
Upper intermediate
Russian
Elementary
Spanish
Elementary

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Chief Curator

Barakat Galleries
09.2023 - 08.2024

Curator of Antiquities

Barakat Galleries
06.2023 - 09.2023

Landscaper

DPW Landscapes
01.2023 - 06.2023

Tutor in Classics, Archaeology, History, Latin

Spires Tutoring
02.2022 - Current

Doctor of Philosophy - Ancient History and Classical Archaeology

Merton College, University of Oxford
10.2016 - 10.2022

Master of Arts - Classics and Ancient History

University of Manchester
09.2015 - 10.2016

Volunteer Director, Technician, Actor, Coach

Oxford Theatre Guild
06.2015 - Current

Bachelor of Arts - Ancient History

University of Manchester
09.2012 - 09.2015

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