Xander Orchard
London
Summary
I recently achieved 2 A*s and an A in my A levels and am taking a year out to gain experience and learn new skills before going to the University of Edinburgh in 2024. I am a self-motivated, hard-working individual with an enthusiastic and enquiring approach. I enjoy dealing with people and have excellent attention to detail, completing tasks to the highest standard. I am eager and keen to perfect what I learn along the way.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
Work history
Work intern
Christies London
London
2022.07 - 2022.07
Work experience in the Modern British Art department. My duties included helping with research tasks on paintings, filing, running errands, and clerical tasks whilst learning the day to day activities of a specialist department in the world's leading auction house.
Studio Assistant
Adam Ellis Studio
London
2021.06 - 2021.07
One month paid work experience for a leading fine art and design studio The role included organisation of their inventory ahead of an in-house exhibition, framing and un-framing artworks and re-arranging the stock room to ensure the inventory was correct and complete.
Education
Abingdon School
Abingdon, Oxfordshire 09/2018 - 07/2023
Skills
Volunteered at a local care home in Abingdon entertaining residents
Key member for my school's Eco Committee; Organised Art Clubs for younger pupils at school
During the pandemic I helped elderly neighbours by walking their dogs and food shopping
I am passionate about art and enjoy going to galleries and exhibitions
Positive and 'can do attitude' and a good team player
Competent in IOS and Office systems, including Word, Excel and Powerpoint
Timeline
Work intern
Christies London
2022.07 - 2022.07
Studio Assistant
Adam Ellis Studio
2021.06 - 2021.07
Abingdon School
09/2018 - 07/2023