Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
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Affiliations
Certification
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References
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Meraia Serevi

Liverpool,NSW

Summary

Museum and Heritage Studies graduate student with a B.A. in Anthropology and Philosophy. Actively seeking entry-level experience in the GLAM sector, with interests in curation, collections care, and public engagement. Passionate about the representation of religion, identity, and climate justice through inclusive and decolonial exhibition practices.

Overview

2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Museum Volunteer

Liverpool Regional Museum
Liverpool , NSW
06.2025 - Current
  • Due to begin volunteer work supporting visitor services, exhibition installation, and public programming.
  • Focused on gaining experience in regional museums, and exploring inclusive representation in collections and displays.

Usher/Bartender

The State Theatre
Sydney, NSW
05.2024 - Current

Working in one of Sydney’s significant heritage-listed venues, providing guest support, bar service, and ushering for a range of cultural productions, red carpet events, and live performances.

  • Greeted and guided visitors weekly, supporting inclusive and safe visitor experiences in a historic setting.
  • Worked collaboratively with the production and events teams.
  • Developed a strong familiarity with theatre architecture, guided visitor navigation through heritage spaces, and communicated venue history when needed.
  • Delivered high-quality bar service with attention to heritage standards.

Medical Receptionist

All Saints Medical Centre
Ramsgate Beach, NSW
02.2023 - 04.2024

First point of contact for a busy general practice clinic, managing sensitive information, patient inquiries, and multitasking under pressure.

  • Managed bookings, digital records, and confidential client information with accuracy and discretion.
  • Communicated clearly with people of different cultural and language backgrounds, ensuring accessibility and understanding.
  • Strengthened my attention to detail, cultural sensitivity, and ability to maintain calm in high-pressure environments.
  • Performed data entry tasks related to billing and collections procedures.
  • Ordered office supplies as needed to maintain inventory levels.

Education

Master of Arts - Museum And Heritage Studies

University of Sydney
Sydney, NSW
07-2026

Bachelor of Arts - Major in Anthropology, Minor in Philosophy

Western Sydney University
Sydney, NSW
07-2024

Diploma of Social Science -

Western Sydney University (College)
Sydney, NSW
01-2020

Skills

  • Visitor engagement & front-of-house service
  • Cultural sensitivity & inclusive communication
  • Curatorial writing & interpretation
  • Microsoft Office, Canva, Adobe Photoshop (basic)
  • POS systems, ticketing software, data accuracy
  • Social media familiarity, safety & heritage protocols

Affiliations

  • Exploring museums locally and during travel
  • Passionate about music across cultures
  • Interested in reading about theology and decolonial philosophy
  • Attending community and cultural events in Western Sydney

Certification

  • Working with children's checks (In Progress)
  • First Aid Certificate
  • Provisional 1 driver's license (In Progress)
  • RSA

Languages

Fiji
Professional

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Museum Volunteer

Liverpool Regional Museum
06.2025 - Current

Usher/Bartender

The State Theatre
05.2024 - Current

Medical Receptionist

All Saints Medical Centre
02.2023 - 04.2024

Master of Arts - Museum And Heritage Studies

University of Sydney

Bachelor of Arts - Major in Anthropology, Minor in Philosophy

Western Sydney University

Diploma of Social Science -

Western Sydney University (College)
Meraia Serevi