Melina Daphne Papageorgiou
Berlin
Summary
Multi-faceted Museum Assistant with gallery operations expertise and passion for artistic expression, for photography and visual art. Played key role in day-to-day operations at acclaimed gallery and helped to increase in-person visitors. Strong affinity for arts and excellent communications skills leading to notable achievements. Professional visual artist with keen eye for detail. Track record of bringing projects to life through innovative ideas.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Museum Attendant/Admissions/bookings Officer
Brücke Museum / The Bridge
08.2022 - Current
- Greeted customers with smile and provided friendly, knowledgeable service.
- Managed multiple tasks simultaneously and completed all assigned duties each shift.
- Monitored guests for compliance with safety and security protocols, raising any issue with security.
- Provided guidance on seating and ticketing procedures to increase customer satisfaction.
Art Gallery Assistant /Freelance Artist
Haus Am Kleistpark Contemporary Art In Former Botanical Museum
08.2017 - Current
- Informed visitors of exhibit features and highlights to promote enriching gallery experiences.
- Facilitated good gallery visitor flow to enhance viewing experiences and minimize accident potential.
- Addressed visitor service issues and resolved each situation to enable optimum outcome for visitor and gallery.
- Managed office and gallery supplies inventories and placed reorders to maintain predetermined stock levels.
Assistant Photographer
Kopf Und Kragen / Business Portraits
04.2017 - 12.2021
- Carried equipment from one shooting location to next.
- Changed camera lenses and made small light adjustments.
- Kept photography equipment available, clean and working.
- Planned and prepared for on-location and studio shoots.
Customer Service Hostess
CASA CAMPER / Boutique Hotel
08.2014 - 09.2017
- Served customers with knowledgeable, friendly support at every stage of shopping and purchasing.
- Built relationships with customers and community to promote long term business growth.
- Contributed to team objectives in fast-paced environment.
- Greeted customers and offered assistance with selecting merchandise, finding accessories and completing purchases.
Education
Master of Arts - Visual Communication Design, Photography
University of Applied Sciences, Department Design
Hamburg 09.2021
BBA - Business Administration
Technological Educational Institute of Athens
Greece 09.2007
Skills
- Cultural Sensitivity
- Research
- Visual Communication Expertise
- Photographic Editing
- Photo Editing
- Networking Skills
- Photography
- Public Speaking
Languages
German
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Greek
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Timeline
Museum Attendant/Admissions/bookings Officer
Brücke Museum / The Bridge
08.2022 - Current
Art Gallery Assistant /Freelance Artist
Haus Am Kleistpark Contemporary Art In Former Botanical Museum
08.2017 - Current
Assistant Photographer
Kopf Und Kragen / Business Portraits
04.2017 - 12.2021
Customer Service Hostess
CASA CAMPER / Boutique Hotel
08.2014 - 09.2017
Master of Arts - Visual Communication Design, Photography
University of Applied Sciences, Department Design
BBA - Business Administration
Technological Educational Institute of Athens
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