Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Languages
Certification
Timeline
StoreManager

Shang Xu

London,Ontario

Summary

Dynamic and effective professional with previous work experience at Museum London, specializing in event planning and outreach to communities. Proven ability to collaborate and develop education programs. Experienced document manager and public speaker with flexible schedule to maintain multidimensional projects. Committed to creating inclusive spaces and promoting cultural awareness through creative outreach.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Volunteer

Museum London
10.2023 - Current

-Art & Camp Assistant (Main): Assisted in facilitating educational programs

-Assisted in planning and facilitating creative workshops for children

-Guided kids in exploring various art techniques and materials

-Helped maintain a fun, safe, and inclusive learning environment
-Retail & Art Sale (Main): Supported curating and organizing events for local artists

-Assisted with based retail needs
-Event assistant: Supported the planning and setup of large-scale events, like UP with ART

-Helped coordinate materials and guided attendees
-Beverage and Drinks helper: Provided refreshments and assisted in event hospitality

Intern

Royal Alberta Museum
05.2025 - 06.2025

Collection Management

-Assisted with the organization, documentation, and care of museum collections

-Supported cataloguing and inventory tasks using museum database systems

-Helped ensure proper storage, handling, and preservation of artifacts

-Collaborated with curators and collections staff on research and collection projects

Volunteer

Western University
10.2024 - 10.2024

UAAC-AAUC

-Provided on-site support during sessions and events, assisting with attendee check-in, room setup, and technical troubleshooting

-Helped facilitate communication between presenters, organizers, and guests

-Gained insight into academic and curatorial practices in Canadian art history and contemporary visual culture

-Strengthened organizational and networking skills through engagement with professionals in the arts and academic fields

Volunteer

Western University
07.2024 - 07.2024

IACAC

-Welcome Team: Assisted at the Pre-Conference Information Desk, providing guidance and support to attendees.
-Event Team: Supported the Opening Ceremonies and the Global University Fair, ensuring smooth event operations.
-Logistics Team: Managed on-campus loops for attendees and assisted with signage tear-down.

-Engaged with educators and counselors from around the world, allowing me to build meaningful global connections and intercultural communication skills

Intern

China Unicom
02.2022 - 08.2022

-Assisted with document organization, filing, and basic administrative tasks in a corporate setting

-Gained exposure to internal business operations and telecommunications workflows

-Developed an understanding of professional workplace communication and documentation practices

Volunteer

VPEA
08.2020 - 06.2021

-Produced promotional videos showcasing Canadian high school life for international audiences

-Created targeted advertisements to attract prospective students from China

-Documented and highlighted everyday experiences, school culture, and student perspectives to bridge cultural understanding

Education

Certificate - German

University of Western Ontario
London, ON
06-2026

Bachelor of Arts - Art History And Museum Studies

University of Western Ontario
London, ON
04-2026

High School Diploma -

Parkland Secondary School
Victoria, BC
06-2021

Skills

  • Organized and efficient
  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • Problem-solving
  • Computer skills
  • Flexible schedule
  • Public speaking
  • Community engagement
  • Event setup
  • Food distribution
  • Event planning
  • Foreign language proficiency
  • Document management

Languages

English
Full Professional
Chinese (Mandarin)
Native or Bilingual
French
Limited Working
German
Professional Working

Certification

  • German Language Training - September, 2023-June, 2026

Timeline

Intern

Royal Alberta Museum
05.2025 - 06.2025

Volunteer

Western University
10.2024 - 10.2024

Volunteer

Western University
07.2024 - 07.2024

Volunteer

Museum London
10.2023 - Current

Intern

China Unicom
02.2022 - 08.2022

Volunteer

VPEA
08.2020 - 06.2021

Certificate - German

University of Western Ontario

Bachelor of Arts - Art History And Museum Studies

University of Western Ontario

High School Diploma -

Parkland Secondary School
Shang Xu