Xu Yang
Tokyo
Summary
Artistic Director with 1.5 years of experience assisting art fair teams in commercial art scene. Organized and dependable candidate skilled at focusing on finding solutions and meeting deadlines. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
6
6
years of post-secondary education
3
3
Certifications
Work History
Art Director
Tagboat Inc.
Tokyo
01.2023 - Current
- Managed four major art fairs in one year, including Tagboat Art Fair, Independent Tokyo, Ginza Art Fair, and Tagboat Art Show.
- Coordinated schedules for over 50 artists, designed exhibiting maps, and communicated effectively with construction teams.
- Organized artwork traffic, handling, and installations for smooth and visually appealing display.
- Successfully handled 100+ consignment sales, including condition reports and contract management.
- Managed social media accounts by creating engaging content and graphics.
Artist Management Assistant
KaiKaiKiKi Co., Ltd.
Tokyo
05.2021 - 10.2021
- Managed and maintained regular communication regarding artists' schedules on weekly basis.
- Provided essential support for exhibition operations in both domestic and international settings, ensuring seamless execution.
Education
Master of Fine Art -
Tokyo University of The Arts, Graduate School of Department of Fine Arts
Tokyo 04.2018 - 03.2021
Bachelor’s degree in Art -
University of Washington
Seattle 09.2013 - 12.2016
Skills
Operating Basic Microsoft Word and ExcelBasic design skills, including Indesign and Photoshop
Critical Thinking and able to work individually and in team
Verbal and written communication skills in Japanese/English/ChineseCertification
TOEFL iBT 96, 11/2021
Internship
Suzhou GoArt, 06/2020, 08/2020
Timeline
Art Director
Tagboat Inc.
01.2023 - Current
Artist Management Assistant
KaiKaiKiKi Co., Ltd.
05.2021 - 10.2021
Master of Fine Art -
Tokyo University of The Arts, Graduate School of Department of Fine Arts
04.2018 - 03.2021
Bachelor’s degree in Art -
University of Washington
09.2013 - 12.2016