Cindy Shum

Creative and detail-oriented artist, arts administrator and project coordinator with experience in gallery management, event planning, and curatorial support. Skilled in organizing exhibitions, workshops, and community programs, with a proven ability to manage multiple timelines and stakeholders. Passionate about collaborative project development and advancing inclusive, accessible approaches to art and culture.

Teaching Assistant at Emily Carr University of Art + Design (2024-09 – 2024-11)

• Facilitated group critiques to encourage constructive dialogue and critical thinking among students.
• Supported the instructor in preparing classroom materials and maintaining studio environments for effective learning.

Art Development Assistant at The Wharf (Holdings) Limited (2023-09 – 2024-06)

• Coordinated and conducted art exhibition tours, workshops, and artist talks for secondary school students. Liaised with art museums, galleries, and fair organizers to support event.
• Assisted in planning and managing a large-scale student art competition, ensuring smooth communication with schools and partners.

Intern at Contemporary by Angela LI (2023-01 – 2023-05)

• Supported gallery operations during exhibitions and art fairs, including client relations, visitor engagement and assisted with artwork handling and inventory management.
• Created content for social media and promotional materials to enhance public visibility.

Consultant (Art Central 2021 Edition) at 11.12 Gallery (Moscow, Russia) (2021-05 – 2021-05)

• Supported curatorial research and assisted in developing exhibition materials and publications.
• Coordinated the docent program and contributed to cataloguing, documentation, and translation tasks.
• Assisted with gallery operations, including exhibition setup and public engagement activities.

Intern (Gallery & Exhibition) at Asia Society Hong Kong Center (2021-02 – 2021-07)

• Supported curatorial research and assisted in developing exhibition materials and publications.
• Coordinated the docent program and contributed to cataloguing, documentation, and translation tasks.
• Assisted with gallery operations, including exhibition setup and public engagement activities.

Consultant (Art Central 2021 Edition) at 11.12 Gallery (Moscow, Russia) (2021-05 – 2021-05)

• Oversaw daily booth operations and handled client inquiries during Art Central Hong Kong.
• Monitored on-site construction and supervised the installation of artworks to ensure curatorial accuracy and safety standards.

Master of Fine Arts – Emily Carr University of Art + Design (2024 – 2026)

Bachelor of Arts (Hons.) in Visual Arts, minor in Japanese – Hong Kong Baptist University (2019 – 2023)

Instructional Skill Workshop (2025-02 – 2025-02)