Amelia Smith

Remote Researcher

ArQuives • Freelance

Jan 2026 - Feb 2026 • 1 mo

I have conducted remote archival research for researchers unable to access the ArQuives. I have also digitized material as needed, working with the staff at the ArQuives to create high quality versions of the material on site.

Curatorial Assistant

St. Francis Xavier University • Temps plein

Sep 2022 - Mar 2023 • 6 mos

• Managed the collection using Microsoft Access • Researched artists to write biographies for the collection database • Conducted condition reports for artworks that were on loan • Prepared artworks for travel • Digitized archival files using a scanner • Used a DSLR camera to photograph and document exhibits and events • Planned and installed five exhibitions, two travelling exhibitions • Managed an open call community exhibition with 50+ artist submissions • Collaborated with community groups to develop exhibitions • Planned and scheduled regular meetings with gallery collaborators • Corresponded with artists and stakeholders through Microsoft Outlook • Managed Facebook and Instagram social media accounts • Created advertising materials for social media using Canva

Digital Exhibit Designer

University of Victoria • Temps plein

Sep 2021 - Dec 2021 • 3 mos

• Designed Word of Mouth, a digital exhibit built upon 13 oral histories • Designed exhibition using Spotlight digital exhibit software • Created exhibit narrative that utilized audio, video, and archival images • Wrote and edited over 4000 words of exhibit text • Wrote for both academic and non-academic audiences • Conducted in-person archival research using finding aids • Photographed and digitized artefacts for use in the exhibition • Edited video clips in Adobe Premiere