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Wentao Wang

Sydney

Summary

  • Bilingual art professional with a strong academic foundation in Ancient History and Art Curating from the University of Sydney. Experienced in both international and domestic cultural sectors, with a demonstrated ability to work across auction houses and government-affiliated cultural projects. Proven track record in object-based research, Chinese calligraphy and seal identification, exhibition preparation, and event planning. Adept at bridging academic knowledge with practical execution in cross-cultural environments. Seeking opportunities in curatorial, gallery, or cultural project roles where authenticity, creativity, and public engagement intersect.

Work History

Intern

Bonhams Auction House
03.2025 - 05.2025
  • Supported staff members in their daily tasks, reducing workload burden and allowing for increased focus on higher-priority assignments.
  • Gained valuable experience working within a specific industry, applying learned concepts directly into relevant work situations.
  • Completed translation and seal identification for over 50 historical Chinese letters within 30 days
  • Gained hands-on experience in various software programs, increasing proficiency and expanding technical skill set.
  • Assisted in curating the March 2025 auction preview and supported live phone bidding events
  • Contributed to the authentication and cataloguing of over 100 Chinese calligraphy and painting works


Event Planner

Dayu Digital Technology Co., Ltd. (Jiaxing, China)
11.2024 - 02.2025
  • Led planning and on-site supervision for the opening ceremony of the "Ruipulanjun" smart product line
  • Drafted project proposals and coordinated communication with government officials for the Xitang Smart Appliance Tender
  • Designed and implemented the Lantern Festival Gala for Jiashan Economic Development Zone
  • Experienced in cultural event execution, public-private collaboration, and regional branding campaigns

Education

Master of Arts - Art Curating

University of Sydney
Sydney, NSW
07-2025

Bachelor of Arts - Ancient History

University of Sydney
Sydney, NSW
11-2023

Skills

  • Knowledgeable in auction operations, exhibition planning, and Chinese painting/calligraphy identification
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, WeChat Official Account operations, and social media content writing
  • Experienced in writing bilingual project proposals and coordinating event execution

Languages

English
Professional Working
Chinese
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Intern

Bonhams Auction House
03.2025 - 05.2025

Event Planner

Dayu Digital Technology Co., Ltd. (Jiaxing, China)
11.2024 - 02.2025

Master of Arts - Art Curating

University of Sydney

Bachelor of Arts - Ancient History

University of Sydney
Wentao Wang