Beth Gaffney
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Beth Gaffney

Gallery Educator and Content WriterNorwich, United Kingdom
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Beth Gaffney
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Beth Gaffney

Gallery Educator and Content WriterNorwich, United Kingdom
About me
I am driven by my experience of art organisations enriching everyday lives by actively engaging with contemporary issues and stimulating participation with diverse audiences. I am experienced in peer-led learning, curating, marketing, evaluation, collection care and arts administration.
Work history
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    Youth Engagement VolunteerNorfolk Museums Service
    Norwich, United KingdomInternship
    Contribute to Project Steering Group meetings, ensuring that the voices of young people are listened to and shape the future direction of Norfolk Museum Service. Took initiative and organising a large-scale evaluation workshop that connects youth groups across Norfolk and encourages, as well as a creative tool-kit for young people during Covid-19.
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    Interpretation VolunteerPaintings In Hospitals
    London, United KingdomInternship
    Researching and writing interpretative labels and panels for works of art on public display in hospitals across the country. Updating and working with a Customer Relationship Management system.
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Skills
  • Creative Learning
  • Research
  • Content Editor
  • Curating
  • Administration
  • Database
  • Abobe Creative Suite
  • Problem Solving
  • Interpersonal Skills
  • Collection Management
Education
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    Art Gallery and Museum Studies with DistinctionThe University of Leicester
     - Leicester, United Kingdom
    Managed the Curatorial team for our end of year exhibition entitled 'Being', curated from the Arts Council Collection. Dissertation entitled ‘The Post-phenomenological Turn’: Henry Moore at Houghton Hall: Nature and Inspiration, now housed in the archive at the Henry Moore Foundation.
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    History (BA)University of Bristol
     - Bristol, United Kingdom
    Achieved Upper Second Class with Honours. Distinction awarded a First grade.
Awards
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    Raymond Singleton PrizeThe University of Leicester
    The Raymond Singleton Prize is awarded by the School of Museum Studies to the student who made an outstanding contribution to their summer placement.