Ethan John
Cambridge,United Kingdom
Summary
Detail-oriented arts and cultural professional with a strong background in curatorial support and object research, cultivated through roles with Historic Royal Palaces, Christie's, and Phillips. Experienced in cataloguing, editing, and developing client-facing materials, with skills in Adobe InDesign and Microsoft Office Suite. Demonstrates excellent interpersonal and written communication skills, engaging effectively with clients, stakeholders, and specialists. Academically accomplished with a dual degree in Business (Marketing) and Art History, complemented by an MA in History from The University of Exeter and an MA in Heritage Management from Queen Mary University of London.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
3
3
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Work Placement (Conservation and Collects Care, and Curatorial)
Historic Royal Palaces
London
09.2023 - 05.2024
- Conducted condition checks and risk assessments for historic artefacts and buildings, ensuring adherence to conservation best practices
- Assisted curators in researching and drafting interpretive texts for exhibitions, contributing to engaging public displays
- Coordinated stakeholder meetings, including collaboration with Historic England, to advance conservation projects
- Supported project planning through detailed documentation and logistics management
Events Intern
The Fendale Group
London
05.2023 - 09.2023
- Produced bespoke event materials using Adobe InDesign, reflecting an eye for design and detail
- Shadowed event managers and coordinated client-facing activities, honing communication and organizational skills transferable to curatorial roles
Old Master Paintings and Drawings Intern
Christie's
New York
09.2018 - 01.2019
- Researched incoming artworks and contributed to cataloguing essays
- Supported specialists in preparing auction and private sale materials, ensuring accuracy and high standards of presentation
- Managed documentation for Old Master collections, reinforcing expertise in handling and cataloguing fine art
Gallery Intern
Pace Prints
New York
06.2018 - 08.2018
- Helped with the transfer of pieces between galleries and warehouse
- Assisted with the hanging of pieces and presentation of shows
Modern and Contemporary Editions Intern
Phillips Auctioneers
New York
01.2018 - 05.2018
- Contributed to the production of catalogues, showcasing strong organizational and writing skills
Education
Master of Arts - Heritage Management
Queen Mary University of London
01.2024 - 12.2024
Master of Arts - History
The University of Exeter
01.2023 - 12.2023
Bachelor of Arts - Business and Art History
Marymount Manhattan College
01.2020 - 12.2020
Skills
- Knowledge of collections management systems
- Knowledge of digitization
- Experience in curatorial documentation
- Experience in cataloguing
- Experience in object movement
- Proficient in Adobe InDesign
- Proficient in Microsoft Office
- Proficient in advanced databases
- Strong interpersonal abilities
- Strong team collaboration abilities
Timeline
Master of Arts - Heritage Management
Queen Mary University of London
01.2024 - 12.2024
Work Placement (Conservation and Collects Care, and Curatorial)
Historic Royal Palaces
09.2023 - 05.2024
Events Intern
The Fendale Group
05.2023 - 09.2023
Master of Arts - History
The University of Exeter
01.2023 - 12.2023
Bachelor of Arts - Business and Art History
Marymount Manhattan College
01.2020 - 12.2020
Old Master Paintings and Drawings Intern
Christie's
09.2018 - 01.2019
Gallery Intern
Pace Prints
06.2018 - 08.2018
Modern and Contemporary Editions Intern
Phillips Auctioneers
01.2018 - 05.2018
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