Siobhan Locke
Ottawa,Ontario
Summary
Multifaceted curator excellent at selecting exhibition themes and designs. Well-organized and thorough in maintaining catalogs and operating basic records management systems, while overseeing and collaborating with a team. Offering extensive and versatile experience in research and writing.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Commercial Gallery and Shop Coordinator
Ottawa Art Gallery
01.2020 - Current
- Managed rotating commercial collection of over three hundred artworks by regional artists
- Acted as floor manager for Galerie Annexe and OAG Shop, overseeing daily operations to keep business running smoothly
- Curated exhibitions of artwork from the commercial collection of Galerie Annexe
- Managed sales, rentals, delivery, shipment, and installation of artwork for individual clients locally and internationally, as well as managing and developing those ongoing relationships
- Managed administrative tasks for Galerie Annexe and OAG Shop, including managing artwork databases, and storage of the collection of artwork and wares
Education Assistant
Ottawa Art Gallery
04.2018 - 10.2018
- Provided essential administrative and programming support to Public, Educational and Community Programs, and Curatorial departments
- Managed school program and adult tour registration, invoicing, and educator scheduling
- Coordinated event logistics and artist fee payments for public symposium
- Developed and delivered educational tours and workshops
- Coordinated design and closeout of gallery publication
- Coordinated event logistics for professional development workshop and book launch
Digital Content Coordinator
Ottawa Art Gallery
10.2017 - 04.2018
- Collaborated closely with Curatorial and Communications teams to develop digital content project plan, and liaised directly with artists to develop content
- Independently researched and wrote Wikipedia entries on local artists and art history
- Planned and hosted public Wikipedia editathon in collaboration with Wikimedia Canada and the Art + Feminism campaign
Visitor Experience Representative and Shop Attendant
Ottawa Art Gallery
03.2019 - 01.2020
- Maintained friendly, welcoming, and safe space for all staff and visitors
- Remained current with and fielded enquiries about all programs and events related to OAG, Arts Court, and other adjacent organizations
- Processed purchase of products, memberships, artwork, and registration for programming and special events, and provided additional administrative support
Teaching Assistant
Queen’s University
01.2015 - 01.2017
- Evaluated student work, including essays, exams, and smaller assignments
- Guided students and provided clarification regarding course material and learning resources
- Supported students in developing stronger research and writing skills
Gallery Attendant
Union Gallery
01.2015 - 01.2017
- Supervised exhibition spaces and answered visitor enquiries
- Assisted with installation and take down of exhibitions
- Promoted the gallery’s exhibitions and events within the local arts community
Information Officer
National Gallery of Canada
04.2012 - 09.2012
- Provided bilingual visitor assistance and wayfinding during a high-volume summer exhibition period
- Managed distribution of interpretive materials and audio guides
- Responded to a range of enquiries regarding the history and architecture of the Gallery
Education
Master of Arts - Art History
Queen’s University
Kingston, ON2017
Portfolio Program - Fine Arts
Ottawa School of Art
Ottawa, ON2015
Bachelor of Arts - History And Theory of Art, With A Minor in English
University of Ottawa
Ottawa, ON2014
Skills
- Office Management
- Active Listening
- Customer Service
- Client Relationships and Outreach
- Research and Analysis
- Writing and Editing
- Proposal Preparation
- Filemaker Pro
- Microsoft Office
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
French
Full Professional
Certification
- AODA Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act training 2021
- Emergency First Aid & CPR/AED Level C, Canadian Red Cross 2021
- De-escalation training, Crisis and Trauma Resource Institute 2021
- Homelessness Awareness training, Nick Falvo 2021
- Anti-Racism and Anti-Oppression training, Sandy Onyalo 2021
- Inuit Awareness training, Barry Pottle 2021
- Gender Diversity and Trans Awareness training, Cara Tierney and Behc Jax-Lynx 2018, 2021
- Active Communication and Empathic Assertiveness, Distress Centre of Ottawa and Region 2017
- Indigenous Cultural Competency training, NVision Insight Group, Inc. 2017
Timeline
Commercial Gallery and Shop Coordinator
Ottawa Art Gallery
01.2020 - Current
Visitor Experience Representative and Shop Attendant
Ottawa Art Gallery
03.2019 - 01.2020
Education Assistant
Ottawa Art Gallery
04.2018 - 10.2018
Digital Content Coordinator
Ottawa Art Gallery
10.2017 - 04.2018
Teaching Assistant
Queen’s University
01.2015 - 01.2017
Gallery Attendant
Union Gallery
01.2015 - 01.2017
Information Officer
National Gallery of Canada
04.2012 - 09.2012
Master of Arts - Art History
Queen’s University
Portfolio Program - Fine Arts
Ottawa School of Art
Bachelor of Arts - History And Theory of Art, With A Minor in English
University of Ottawa
- AODA Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act training 2021
- Emergency First Aid & CPR/AED Level C, Canadian Red Cross 2021
- De-escalation training, Crisis and Trauma Resource Institute 2021
- Homelessness Awareness training, Nick Falvo 2021
- Anti-Racism and Anti-Oppression training, Sandy Onyalo 2021
- Inuit Awareness training, Barry Pottle 2021
- Gender Diversity and Trans Awareness training, Cara Tierney and Behc Jax-Lynx 2018, 2021
- Active Communication and Empathic Assertiveness, Distress Centre of Ottawa and Region 2017
- Indigenous Cultural Competency training, NVision Insight Group, Inc. 2017
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