Nao Fukumoto O'Neill
Farnham,Surrey
Summary
A professional with expertise in Japanese traditional crafts and culture, native in Japanese and business-level English. Demonstrates strong organisational skills, stakeholder liaison capabilities, and budget management proficiency, complemented by advanced research and development abilities. GDPR compliance, storage management, and collaboration, with a solid command of the Microsoft Office suite. Dedicated to leveraging cultural knowledge and technical competencies to drive impactful results within diverse professional environments.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
7
7
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work history
Workshop Tutor
Self-employed
Farnham, Surrey
2014.09 - Current
- Run several Japanese craft and weaving workshop, at venues such as Japanese Calligraphy, Stone Carving (Tenkoku), Mizuhiki, Shobori with Indigo dye, natural dye workshop, in institutions such as The British Museum, Japan House, Daiwa foundation, Watts Gallery, Farnham Maltings, Niwaki London, Worthing Museum & Gallery, The Base Greenham, Farnham Pottery, Frensham Heights school, Guildford High School, Lord Wandsworth College, and other public schools
- Communicate with venue hire or event organiser, make a budget plans and order materials.
- Manage stock of resources, including importing materials and the sale of craft tools.
- Creating workshop proposals and project manage the individual requirements of the venue.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
Gallery Reception Assistant
Crafts Study Center
Farnham, Surrey
2014.07 - Current
- Assisted with the preparation of gallery events.
- Provided exceptional customer service to visitors, creating a positive welcoming environment.
- Managed front desk duties, ensuring smooth operations.
- Supported administrative staff with clerical tasks when needed.
- Handled cash and online transactions accurately discrepancies in financial records.
Gallery Technician
Crafts Study Center
Farnham, Surrey
2010.11 - 2023.04
- Prepared artworks for exhibition, resulting in smooth-running shows.
- Provided technical support during exhibit installations, facilitating seamless setup processes.
- Managed private viewings with attention to detail for an exceptional client experience.
- Carried out routine maintenance on gallery exhibits, maintaining a pristine environment.
- Conducted careful packaging of artworks for secure transport, for loan and storage.
- Collaborated with artists to ensure accurate representation of their work.
Artist Residency
University for the Creative Arts
Farnham, Surrey
2010.11 - 2013.08
- Provided masterclass tutorials,
- Creating a creative environment, fostering artistic growth in students.
- Arranged Japan trip for textile department students and helped with local guides.
- Curated personal exhibitions to showcase own artworks.
- Collaborated with fellow artists with orgnaising successful exhibitions including venue hire, setup and handled sales of artwork at exhibitions
Barnard Leach Conservation Assistant
Crafts Study Center
Farnham, Surrey
2011.08 - 2013.05
- Assisted the head conservator with Barnard Leach's heritage collection including with media and craft items.
- Translated into Japanese to English letters from Leach's friends and contemporary Japanese magazines.
High School Art Teacher
Hyogo Prefectural Board of Education
Nishinomiya, Japan
2006.04 - 2009.03
- Developed creative learning environments for enhanced student engagement.
- Prepared an annual lesson plan for all three grades and a budget for materials, etc., and submit the plan to the school's finance department.
- Organised school-wide art exhibitions showcasing students' talent.
- Prepared students for public examinations in Art and Design subjects.
- Planned and supervised educational excursions for enhanced student engagement.
Textile Conservation
Nasu Yoichi Traditional Museum ( as Freelancer)
Ohtawara city, Tochigi, Japan
2007.05 - 2008.04
- Recreated a .... commission from
- Visited several traditional crafts people to ask their skills and research materials and techniques.
- Carried out day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Quickly learned and applied new skills to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity.
- Successfully delivered on tasks within tight deadlines.
Education
Master of Design and Crafts - Life Design/Crafts Woven textile Major
Okinawa Prefectural University of Arts
Okinawa, Japan 2003.04 - 2006.03
One-year exchange program - Woven textile
Surrey Institute Of Art And Design
Farnham 2005.09 - 2006.08
BA undergraduate - Arts and Crafts, Crafts Major, Weaving Course
Okinawa Prefectural University of Arts
Okinawa, Japan 1999.04 - 2002.03
Skills
- Knowledge of traditional Japanese crafts and culture
- Native Japanese
- Business level English
- Experience of working in Japan and in UK
- Strong research and development skills
- Stakeholder liaison
- Microsoft office suite proficiency
- Budget management
- Storage management
- Collaboration skills
- Some of International shipping management
Certification
Higher level Art teaching qualification.
Languages
Japanese
Native
English
Fluent
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Workshop Tutor
Self-employed
2014.09 - Current
Gallery Reception Assistant
Crafts Study Center
2014.07 - Current
Barnard Leach Conservation Assistant
Crafts Study Center
2011.08 - 2013.05
Gallery Technician
Crafts Study Center
2010.11 - 2023.04
Artist Residency
University for the Creative Arts
2010.11 - 2013.08
Textile Conservation
Nasu Yoichi Traditional Museum ( as Freelancer)
2007.05 - 2008.04
High School Art Teacher
Hyogo Prefectural Board of Education
2006.04 - 2009.03
One-year exchange program - Woven textile
Surrey Institute Of Art And Design
2005.09 - 2006.08
Master of Design and Crafts - Life Design/Crafts Woven textile Major
Okinawa Prefectural University of Arts
2003.04 - 2006.03
BA undergraduate - Arts and Crafts, Crafts Major, Weaving Course
Okinawa Prefectural University of Arts
1999.04 - 2002.03