Neil Skinner
Art Handler, Art Gallery Manager, Artist
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Islington, Greater LondonMember since June 24, 2024
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About
I am an innovative artist and international gallery manager, with over 10 years of experience in the arts sector. Adept at handling and transporting high value fine art. Skilled in developing and delivering over 30 successful global art fairs and exhibitions, from the planning stage to deinstallation.
Experience
- Headhunted to open and manage a contemporary art gallery.
- Coordinated installation and de-installation of various art exhibitions.
- Controlled handling and framing of valuable fine art pieces.
- Packing and unpacking of artwork.
- Organised, curated, installed and deinstalled over 10 exhibitions.
- Transported valuable paintings, sculptures and installations to various venues.
- Implemented marketing strategies, including photography for social media platforms.
- Coordination with shippers and specialists regarding collection and delivery of art.
- Management of incoming and outgoing picture consignments.
- Safeguarding and regular condition reporting of fine art.
Education
- Creative visionary with attention to detail
- Highly organised Manager with 10+ years within the arts industry
- Effective at delivering over 30 worldwide art fairs and exhibitions
- Experienced in fine art handling and packing
- Skilled in social media marketing and promotion
- Exceptional in report writing and communication
- Proficient in using Microsoft Office
- Capacity to handle stressful situations
- Self-motivated creative with a proactive work approach
- Adaptive learner with a commitment to skill development