Ophelia T. Sanderson
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Junior Analyst
Clinuvel (UK) Limited
10.2023 - Current
- Identified hundreds of strategic opportunities through databases, industry conferences, and associations that would vertical integrate Clinuvel's supply chain through the addition of manufacturing and distribution facilities, expand Clinuvel's R&D pipeline through innovative technologies, or generate new revenue streams within the company's area of expertise.
- Prepared detailed internal reports with key findings and tailored recommendations to support M&A decisions.
- Generated reports on competitors, addressable markets, and available incentives for newly identified CDMOs to support strategic decision-making.
- Conducted in-depth financial and operational due diligence, including financial modeling, valuation, comparable analysis, and synergy assessments.
- Initiated discussions with selected companies to explore potential acquisitions opportunities, serving as the primary point of contact during initial outreach. Led virtual meetings, engaging with key management staff of potential opportunities, addressing due diligence inquiries in order to assess strategic fit and transaction viability.
Independent Curator
Niso Gallery
06.2024 - 07.2024
- Curated a monographic exhibition on the esteemed painter Patrick Procktor shedding light on his significant contribution to postwar British art through watercolour landscapes and portraits which chronicle the zeitgeist of the Swinging Sixties.
- Partnered with London Gallery Weekend to align with cultural programming, leading an exclusive exhibition tour as part of the event.
- Coordinated the installation of works, conceptualizing and implementing an exhibition layout that prioritized thematic cohesion and aesthetic appeal.
- Drafted press release for prospective audiences and media promotion.
- Researched and selected artworks liaising with Gallery Love&Co in Paris to secure pieces.
Contributing Editor & London Correspondent
Whitewall Magazine; Artnet
03.2021 - 10.2023
- Pursued up-and-coming art events, pitching to superiors which may be of interest for feature publication.
- Drafted questions for interview candidates from artists, curators, gallery or museum directors to collectors, incorporating candidate responses and on-site experience into compelling articles for our readers.
- Performed research and checked all facts to assure journalistic integrity.
Curatorial Residency
Zuecca Project Space
06.2023 - 08.2023
- Selected as the Summer 2023 curatorial resident for the non-profit cultural organization Zuecca Project Space in Venice, working under director Allessandro Possato in the research, planning and conceptualization of upcoming exhibitions.
Curatorial Assistant & Artist Liaison
TRIADIC
12.2022 - 06.2023
- Responsible for in-depth artist research for large outdoor art commissions, experience-based artworks, performances and emerging talent.
- Commissioned site-specific works and performances by artists Chris Levine, Jeremy Deller, Barbara Kruger, Guerilla Girls, Hassan Hajjaj, Sharon Eyal, Kameelah Janan Rasheed and more
- Artist liaison for all confirmed participating visual artists.
Intern
Financial Times Ltd
04.2022 - 10.2022
- Assisted in live webinars with FT Live speakers, ensuring smooth execution and audience engagement.
- Transcribed and summarized FT Live discussions, preparing content for online publication and propagation.
- Conducted in-depth research and prepared statistical reports to support editorial projects and features.
- Fact-checked and verified information for articles, ensuring accuracy and journalistic integrity.
- Contributed to content creation, including writing articles, headlines, and standfirsts for various FT sections.
- Collaborated on editorial projects, working with journalists and editors to develop stories and refine content.
Content Copywriter (Freelance)
Riccardo Luger, Wizard Gallery
09.2021 - 03.2022
- Created compelling artwork descriptions and artist biographies, highlighting creative influences and artistic journeys.
- Authored press releases to promote exhibitions, aligning with the gallery's vision and tone.
Marketing and Content Copywriter (Freelance)
Lito
03.2021 - 03.2022
- Produced a variety of promotional contextual copywriting ranging from artist insights to artwork descriptions and art market updates.
Ghost-writer (Freelance)
Avisa Partners
01.2021 - 09.2021
- Conducted research on assigned topics, generating comprehensive, factual Op-Ed articles on current topics ranging from privacy law and cybersecurity to international affairs and economic crime
Literary Translator
Adelia Martins
09.2020 - 12.2020
- Translated the 250-page French autobiography “Les Mystères du Pinceau de l'Ame” by Adelia Martins on the artist's life as a painter and mother
Education
Creative Writing Postgraduate course -
University of East Anglia
01.2020
Bachelor of Science - Pure Mathematics
University of York
06.2019
Certificate of Higher Education - Mathematics with Economics
University of Brighton
06.2016
Scientific International Baccalaureate - Bac S OIB
Ermitage International School
06.2015
Languages
English
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
French
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Spanish
Intermediate (B1)
Timeline
Independent Curator
Niso Gallery
06.2024 - 07.2024
Junior Analyst
Clinuvel (UK) Limited
10.2023 - Current
Curatorial Residency
Zuecca Project Space
06.2023 - 08.2023
Curatorial Assistant & Artist Liaison
TRIADIC
12.2022 - 06.2023
Intern
Financial Times Ltd
04.2022 - 10.2022
Content Copywriter (Freelance)
Riccardo Luger, Wizard Gallery
09.2021 - 03.2022
Contributing Editor & London Correspondent
Whitewall Magazine; Artnet
03.2021 - 10.2023
Marketing and Content Copywriter (Freelance)
Lito
03.2021 - 03.2022
Ghost-writer (Freelance)
Avisa Partners
01.2021 - 09.2021
Literary Translator
Adelia Martins
09.2020 - 12.2020
Bachelor of Science - Pure Mathematics
University of York
Certificate of Higher Education - Mathematics with Economics
University of Brighton
Scientific International Baccalaureate - Bac S OIB
Ermitage International School
Creative Writing Postgraduate course -
University of East Anglia
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