Winston Braun
Ventura
Summary
Museum professional prepared for this role with in-depth knowledge of art history and collection management. Played key role in various exhibitions and research initiatives, contributing to success of numerous projects. Known for fostering team collaboration and adapting to changing needs, ensuring smooth operations and impactful results.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Painting assistant
Stinner Frameworks
2024.04 - 2025.03
- Assist with paint prep, powder coating, and application of graphics for custom bicycles.
- Increased efficiency by maintaining an organized inventory of supplies and equipment necessary for each job site.
- Collaborated with team members to complete projects within established deadlines, ensuring high-quality results for clients.
Program Manager
Ventura Bike Hub
2021.09 - 2023.10
- Assisted community members and volunteers with bicycle repairs and maintenance.
- Engaged the community through events such as census rides, bike valets, and youth education programs.
- Funded repair space and outreach programs through in-person and online sales, grants, and donations.
- Facilitated workshops and conducted one-on-one training to educate volunteers and customers.
Bike Mechanic
Ventura Bike Depot
2019.09 - 2021.08
- Conducted thorough inspections of bicycles to identify necessary repairs or adjustments accurately.
- Delivered exceptional customer service by answering questions and offering expert advice on bike maintenance and repairs.
- Implemented preventative maintenance programs for customers, resulting in fewer required repairs over time.
- Solved complex mechanical problems with attention to detail and precision workmanship.
Letterpress Printing Assistant
Classic Letterpress
2021.05 - 2022.08
- Developed proficiency in operating various printing equipment, enabling versatility within the team when needed for different projects.
- Collaborated with design team to ensure proper alignment and layout of text and images for optimal results.
- Contributed to cost savings by minimizing waste through diligent monitoring of ink levels and efficient use of printing materials.
- Reduced turnaround times for print jobs by optimizing job planning processes according to client requirements.
Archive Assistant
AIA Architectural Archives
2020.01 - 2020.12
- Redesigned the archive space for improved efficiency and easier material retrieval.
- Assisted homeowners and architects in locating architectural plans and permits.
- Reduced document retrieval time with improved organization and indexing techniques, increasing overall productivity.
- Researched and recorded origins, provenance, and historical significance of archival materials.
Curatorial Assistant
Art, Design, and Architecture Museum, UC Santa Barbara
2017.01 - 2019.06
- Collaborated with the curator to develop engaging art exhibitions.
- Designed promotional materials, researched and archived art, and communicated with museum members, artists, and lecturers.
- Organized exhibition receptions, lecturer series, and museum tours.
- Managed and trained student interns in museum operations.
- Engaged in hands-on training with gallery's curatorial team to advance curatorial skills in real-world setting.
- Assisted with the development of educational materials for docents and tour groups to provide informative and engaging museum experiences.
- Assisted in planning public programs related to exhibitions, fostering community engagement with the museum''s collections.
- Developed engaging exhibit descriptions and promotional materials, attracting increased visitor attendance at museum events.
- Coordinated with external organizations such as schools, universities, and local businesses to organize group visits and collaborative events – forging strong community connections.
- Served as a resource for curators by conducting extensive research on artists, periods, and movements – enriching overall exhibition content.
- Oversaw database management tasks including data entry/inputting new acquisitions and updating existing records, enhancing collection organization.
Education
B.A. - Anthropology
University of California, Santa Barbara
Santa Barbara, CA2018-06
B.A. - Art History (Museum Studies emphasis)
University of California, Santa Barbara
Santa Barbara, CA2018-06
Skills
- Photoshop
- Illustrator
- Indesign
- SketchUp
- AutoCAD
- Project planning
- Records management
- Cataloguing expertise
- Historical research
- Collection management
- Photo imaging
Websites
INTERNSHIPS
- Art, Design, and Architecture Museum, Santa Barbara CA
- June 2017 - December 2017
- Curatorial Intern
- Classic Letterpress, Ojai, CA
- 2021-2022
- Letterpress Intern
Timeline
Painting assistant
Stinner Frameworks
2024.04 - 2025.03
Program Manager
Ventura Bike Hub
2021.09 - 2023.10
Letterpress Printing Assistant
Classic Letterpress
2021.05 - 2022.08
Archive Assistant
AIA Architectural Archives
2020.01 - 2020.12
Bike Mechanic
Ventura Bike Depot
2019.09 - 2021.08
Curatorial Assistant
Art, Design, and Architecture Museum, UC Santa Barbara
2017.01 - 2019.06
B.A. - Anthropology
University of California, Santa Barbara
B.A. - Art History (Museum Studies emphasis)
University of California, Santa Barbara