I am an experienced gallery manager and picture framer with three years in project management, art handling and curation. I led art commissions at Te Puia's Māori Arts and Crafts Institute, oversee daily operations, and coordinate domestic and international shipments with care. I am dedicated to preserving and promoting Māori cultural traditions through exhibitions, collaboration with artists and museums, and mentoring teams. I bring a friendly, collaborative approach to everything I do, from curating exhibitions to managing a dynamic gallery and sales/marketing. I have two and a half years experience in content creation

Charlotte Marama

I am an experienced gallery manager and picture framer with three years in project management, art handling and curation. I led art commissions at Te Puia's Māori Arts and Crafts Institute, oversee daily operations, and coordinate domestic and international shipments with care. I am dedicated to preserving and promoting Māori cultural traditions through exhibitions, collaboration with artists and museums, and mentoring teams. I bring a friendly, collaborative approach to everything I do, from curating exhibitions to managing a dynamic gallery and sales/marketing. I have two and a half years experience in content creation

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I am an experienced gallery manager and picture framer with three years in project management, art handling and curation. I led art commissions at Te Puia’s Māori Arts and Crafts Institute, oversee daily operations, and coordinate domestic and international shipments with care.

I am dedicated to preserving and promoting Māori cultural traditions through exhibitions, collaboration with artists and museums, and mentoring teams. I bring a friendly, collaborative approach to everything I do, from curating exhibitions to managing a dynamic gallery and sales/marketing.

I have two and a half years experience in content creation

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Language

English
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Work Experience

Gallery Manager at New Zealand Māori Arts and Crafts Institute | Te Puia
January 1, 2023 - November 26, 2025
Lead the management of taonga commissions for the National Wood Carving School, National Stone and Bone Carving School, and the National Weaving School; client consultation on traditional Māori art and oversight of commission budgets. Oversee daily gallery operations and ensure high-quality visitor experiences across physical and digital platforms.
Head Picture Framer at Portico Gallery
December 31, 2023 - December 31, 2023
Head Picture Framer overseeing framing operations, quality control, and collaboration with artists and galleries.
Picture Framer at Framework
December 31, 2020 - December 31, 2020
Framer creating bespoke frames and fabrications; collaborated with museums, conservationists, artists and galleries to create bespoke frames and fabrications.
Sales and Marketing Manager at Mountain Jade
January 1, 2025 - November 26, 2025
Managed sales and marketing initiatives for Mountain Jade; supported growth and brand presence.

Education

Diploma at University of Waikato
January 1, 2022 - November 26, 2025
NCEA Level Three at Rotorua Girls High School
January 11, 2030 - November 26, 2025

Qualifications

Diploma
January 1, 2022 - November 26, 2025
NCEA Level Three
January 11, 2030 - November 26, 2025

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Education, Non-Profit Organization, Professional Services, Government

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