SUMAIR SHAIKH
LONDON,UK
Summary
Hardworking Studio Assistant familiar with production procedures and inventory management. Able to coordinate supplies, equipment and support materials to facilitate smooth productions.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work history
Studio assistant, Volunteer
Rescued Clay studios
London
12.2024 - Current
- Conducted research on latest art trends, helping to keep the studio up-to-date.
- Coordinated logistics for art exhibitions to achieve successful outcomes.
- Facilitated communication between artists, gallery owners, and clients, ensuring smooth operations.
- Ensured all artworks were properly packaged for dispatch, preventing damages.
- Prioritised daily workload allowing more time spent on creative assignments.
- Adhered strictly to health and safety protocols within the workspace; guaranteed a hazard-free environment.
- Collaborated with other team members on large projects for quicker completion.
- Maintained a clean, safe studio environment for effective work.
- Promoted the studio's works effectively through social media platforms.
Volunteer (Usher)
Cambridge Arts Theatre
Cambridge, UK
12.2022 - 02.2023
- Responsible for the needs and safety of the audience, including:
- Direct customers around the theatre and to the appropriate facilities
- Check tickets and show patrons to their seats
- Aid with the delivery of public evacuation
- Sell programmes, ice creams, theatre literature and merchandise
- Be aware of the access requirements of all patrons visiting the theatre
- Monitor the audience throughout the show for mobile phone use, recording, etc
- Reflect Cambridge Arts Theatre's core values; to be proactive, caring, alert, proud, and consistent
Public Sector, Policy, and Charity Sector Intern
Cambridge Arts Theatre
London, UK
04.2022 - 05.2022
- To brainstorm and provide a solution to the government's plan of cutting down their funding for museums in the UK
- I gave a presentation critically analyzing their decision and presenting them with the consequences and then gave a solution that benefits both parties (government and museums) in the end
- Engaging with the public over concerns about the funding of museums by the government
- Connect with other interns and discuss our approach to the task given
- Watch and reflect on various lessons and skills such as Commercial Awareness, time management, leadership, teamwork, communication, etc
Spokesperson
University of Edinburgh
Edinburgh, Scotland
03.2022 - 03.2022
- Responsible for discussing, debating, and negotiating current world problems such as 'Achieving health equity to end the neglect of poverty related diseases' and 'The development and incorporation of digital technology in healthcare systems.' My roles included:
- To act as the sole representative of the given country, for example, the United Kingdom
- Moreover, put forth the represented country's policies
- Debate on the two given topics
- Join with other member countries and formulate a resolution on each topic
- I received an award titled, 'Honorary mention' which awarded the diplomacy of the delegate, knowledge of their represented country's policies, communication, and negotiations, and following the MUN's rules of procedure
Education
MSc - English Literature
University of Edinburgh
BA (Hons) - Drama and English Literature
Anglia Ruskin University
IB certificate - Physics, Math, Design & Technology, English Literature and Performance, French B and Economics
Good Shepherd International School (GSIS)
Skills
- Critical Thinking
- Adobe Premier Pro
- Workshopping
- Research & Writing
- Microsoft Word
- Customer Service
- Studio cleaning and organisation
- Digital filmmaking
Languages
English
Proficient (C2)
Hindi
Proficient (C2)
French
Intermediate
Timeline
Studio assistant, Volunteer
Rescued Clay studios
12.2024 - Current
Volunteer (Usher)
Cambridge Arts Theatre
12.2022 - 02.2023
Public Sector, Policy, and Charity Sector Intern
Cambridge Arts Theatre
04.2022 - 05.2022
Spokesperson
University of Edinburgh
03.2022 - 03.2022
MSc - English Literature
University of Edinburgh
BA (Hons) - Drama and English Literature
Anglia Ruskin University
IB certificate - Physics, Math, Design & Technology, English Literature and Performance, French B and Economics
Good Shepherd International School (GSIS)
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