I’m Alana Kailass. I am an experiential designer and curator focused on creating immersive, human-centered environments that connect audiences with art and ideas. I design exhibitions and multimedia installations that engage both physical spaces and digital experiences, bridging gallery environments with editorial and publication direction. I thrive in collaborative settings and enjoy translating concepts into cohesive spatial layouts, signage, and interactive elements that tell stories and invite discussion. I’m passionate about accessible, inclusive experiences across physical and digital spaces. My approach emphasizes spatial storytelling, visual communication, and thoughtful outreach, from exhibition development to publication direction and digital media production.

Alana Kailass

I’m Alana Kailass. I am an experiential designer and curator focused on creating immersive, human-centered environments that connect audiences with art and ideas. I design exhibitions and multimedia installations that engage both physical spaces and digital experiences, bridging gallery environments with editorial and publication direction. I thrive in collaborative settings and enjoy translating concepts into cohesive spatial layouts, signage, and interactive elements that tell stories and invite discussion. I’m passionate about accessible, inclusive experiences across physical and digital spaces. My approach emphasizes spatial storytelling, visual communication, and thoughtful outreach, from exhibition development to publication direction and digital media production.

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I’m Alana Kailass. I am an experiential designer and curator focused on creating immersive, human-centered environments that connect audiences with art and ideas. I design exhibitions and multimedia installations that engage both physical spaces and digital experiences, bridging gallery environments with editorial and publication direction. I thrive in collaborative settings and enjoy translating concepts into cohesive spatial layouts, signage, and interactive elements that tell stories and invite discussion.

I’m passionate about accessible, inclusive experiences across physical and digital spaces. My approach emphasizes spatial storytelling, visual communication, and thoughtful outreach, from exhibition development to publication direction and digital media production.

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Work Experience

Immersive Exhibit Designer & Tour Guide – Internship at Arcadia Earth
January 1, 2024 - January 1, 2025
Provided front-line visitor engagement by leading guided tours for schools and the public, addressing questions and feedback while ensuring a welcoming, informative gallery experience. Monitored and maintained immersive exhibition environments, overseeing operational equipment including projection systems and interactive installations. Supported exhibition development with the president, contributing to exhibit signage, furniture fixtures and spatial elements for designated rooms in exhibition. Assisted with participatory design planning for future installations and supported outreach through email campaigns and collaboration partnerships.
Head Writer & Creative Director – Freelance at MEMORIUM
January 1, 2024 - Present
Curated and directed a multi-artist immersive exhibition, collaborating with interdisciplinary artists and designing spatial layouts for an engaging contemporary art environment. Collaborated with artists to translate conceptual works into cohesive physical and digital installations including the presentation of multimedia works–integrating projection mapping using live audio-reactive visuals and immersive installations into concepts written in editorial. Directed the editorial vision of the first publication featuring exhibiting artists and essays expanding the exhibition’s themes; sold out following launch. Engaged 100+ visitors with immersive exhibition, facilitating conversations around artists, themes and experimental art practices entailed with the volumes. Produced and designed 3D animated promotional content and advertisements for YouTube, TikTok and Instagram, translating brand concepts into engaging short-form digital campaigns.
Content Creator – Part-time Contract at FREvER
January 1, 2022 - Present
Content creation for brand campaigns, social media and promotional materials.

Education

Honours Bachelor of Experiential Design at Sheridan College
January 1, 2021 - January 1, 2025

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Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Education, Professional Services