Yadan Zheng
Melbourne,VIC
Summary
A dynamic and dedicated professional with a strong academic background in cultural and creative industries and art history. Fluent in English and Mandarin with proven skills in problem-solving, customer service, and corporate communications. Demonstrated leadership in organizing large-scale events, with a keen ability to manage time and details effectively.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Exhibition Guide, Lecturer Assistant & Curatorial
The Forbidden City
Beijing, Chao Yang District
10.2024 - 12.2024
- Assisted visitors with directions and general information about the area.
- Provided detailed tours of the museum, highlighting interesting facts and stories.
- Greeted guests upon arrival and provided them with necessary safety instructions.
- Explained exhibits in a clear, concise manner to ensure all visitors understood them.
- Organized educational programs for children and adults on various topics related to the museum's collections.
- Maintained order during large group visits, ensuring that everyone was able to enjoy their time at the museum.
- Answered questions from visitors regarding admission prices, hours, and events.
- Created interactive activities for kids, such as scavenger hunts or art projects related to exhibitions.
- Displayed strong public speaking skills and communication abilities to facilitate the highest quality tour for guests.
Leader of Events Department
Monash Chinese Students and Scholars Association (CSSA)
Melbourne, VIC
07.2024 - 10.2024
- Developed and implemented strategies to improve team performance and productivity.
- Established clear roles, responsibilities, expectations, timelines, and resources for team projects.
- Revamped departmental processes, increasing engagement, and improving operational efficiency.
- Communicated effectively with participants and campuses to ensure smooth operations.
- Planned and organized several events for the Chinese Students' Association.
Leader of New Media Department
Essex Chinese Students and Scholars Association (CSSA)
Colchester, England
07.2022 - 03.2023
- Organized client meetings to provide project updates.
- Directed the new media team in promoting campaigns across various social platforms, increasing average views from 100 to 2,000.
- Coordinated with sponsors and organized major events, such as the Spring Festival Gala, for 500 attendees, receiving positive feedback.
- Implement strategies to take advantage of new opportunities.
Volunteer
Art Exchange Essex
Colchester, England
04.2022 - 04.2022
- Assisted staff in the daily operations of the organization.
- Attend weekly meetings to discuss progress and future initiatives.
- Participated in team-building exercises to strengthen relationships among volunteers.
- Assisted artists in curating thematic exhibitions, including selecting colour palettes and arranging artworks.
- Communicated with exhibitors and visitors, providing informative responses to inquiries.
Education
Master of Arts - Cultural And Creative Industries
Monash University
Melbourne, VIC12-2025
Bachelor of Arts - History of Art
University of Essex
Colchester, England07-2023
Skills
- Cultural Sensitivity
- Tour planning
- Engaging personality
- Environmental awareness
- Arts and Culture
- Creative solutions
- Art appreciation
- Public Speaking
- Social Media
- Customer Engagement
- Problem-Solving
- Organizational and time management skills
Timeline
Exhibition Guide, Lecturer Assistant & Curatorial
The Forbidden City
10.2024 - 12.2024
Leader of Events Department
Monash Chinese Students and Scholars Association (CSSA)
07.2024 - 10.2024
Leader of New Media Department
Essex Chinese Students and Scholars Association (CSSA)
07.2022 - 03.2023
Volunteer
Art Exchange Essex
04.2022 - 04.2022
Master of Arts - Cultural And Creative Industries
Monash University
Bachelor of Arts - History of Art
University of Essex
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