Multifaceted curator excellent at selecting exhibition themes and designs. Well-organised and thorough in maintaining catalogues and operating basic records management systems. Offering extensive experience in photographing collection items.
Overview
37
37
years of professional experience
Work History
Writer/researcher
East Grampians Health Service
08.2023 - 11.2023
Researched the history of the Willaura Hospital and used information gained to write a book and speech to accompany a PowerPoint presentation.
Museum Curator
Langi Morgala Museum
03.2022 - 11.2023
Conducted thorough research on collection items to enhance exhibit interpretation for visitors.
Trained volunteer staff members in artefact handling procedures to ensure responsible stewardship of collections.
Evaluated potential acquisitions based on their historical importance, condition, provenance, and relevance to the museum''s mission.
Enhanced museum visitor experience by curating engaging and informative exhibits.
Managed acquisition and preservation of artefacts, ensuring proper documentation, storage and display.
Oversaw online collections databases on Victorian Collections.
Received, photographed, catalogued, researched and prepared donated objects prior to display.
Journalist
The Ararat Advocate
05.2020 - 03.2022
Senior journalist tasked with producing stories and taking photographs for a weekly publication.
Developed story ideas and conducted interviews with industry experts and celebrities.
Researched and gathered information to develop accurate and credible stories.
Author
Self Employed Writer
01.2021 - 08.2021
Researched the history of Ararat, its people, buildings and events and turned these stories into a book, Historic Ararat.
Journalist
Frankston City Council
12.2007 - 03.2008
Worked within a small team to produce up-to-date news of Council happenings.
Researched and wrote press releases for local and metropolitan media.
Answered media requests.
Coordinated weekly briefings between the Mayor and local media.
Journalist
Leader Newspaper Group
02.2003 - 11.2007
Relieving editor at Frankston Leader.
Developed story ideas and conducted interviews with industry experts and celebrities.
Researched and gathered information to develop accurate and credible stories.
Collaborated with editors and other journalists to create compelling content.
Journalist
The Ararat Advertiser
01.2001 - 11.2002
Acting editor on several occasions.
Researched and gathered information to develop accurate and credible stories.
Conducted thorough fact-checking of all written materials, maintaining the integrity of published content.
Maintained up-to-date knowledge of current events and industry trends.
Mentored junior reporters, providing guidance on effective interviewing techniques and story development strategies.
Communications Officer
Intergraph Emergency Services
12.1999 - 01.2001
Emergency call taker and dispatcher for the Country Fire Authority and Metropolitan Fire Brigade.
Answered emergency calls through Triple 0 and dispatched fire fighting services.
Maintained radio communication with fire services.
Media Communications Officer
Victoria Police
05.1998 - 11.1999
Part of Victoria Police's media unit, based at police headquarters.
Acted as the first point of call between the media and police.
Wrote press releases for distribution to the media.
Attended crime scenes to control the media and organise a police spokesperson to speak to camera.
Wrote speeches for the Chief Commissioner and senior officers.
Journalist
The Ararat Advertiser
03.1987 - 05.1998
Researched and wrote stories about a wide range of subjects including general news, crime, politics and sport.
Developed story ideas and conducted interviews with industry experts and celebrities.
Developed strong relationships with sources, leading to exclusive interviews and scoops.
Education
Diploma - Professional Writing And Editing
Chisholm Institute
Frankston, VIC
Skills
Strong research skills
Editing
Museum collections handling, recording and cataloguing
Skilled photographer
Proficient in use of Microsoft Office
Timeline
Writer/researcher
East Grampians Health Service
08.2023 - 11.2023
Museum Curator
Langi Morgala Museum
03.2022 - 11.2023
Author
Self Employed Writer
01.2021 - 08.2021
Journalist
The Ararat Advocate
05.2020 - 03.2022
Journalist
Frankston City Council
12.2007 - 03.2008
Journalist
Leader Newspaper Group
02.2003 - 11.2007
Journalist
The Ararat Advertiser
01.2001 - 11.2002
Communications Officer
Intergraph Emergency Services
12.1999 - 01.2001
Media Communications Officer
Victoria Police
05.1998 - 11.1999
Journalist
The Ararat Advertiser
03.1987 - 05.1998
Diploma - Professional Writing And Editing
Chisholm Institute
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