Detail-oriented researcher, writer, and coordination professional with experience across archiving, translation, logistics, and project support in research and arts contexts. Skilled in documentation, handling sensitive materials, and working with cross-functional teams. Proficient in software tools such as davinci, able ton, photoshop. Brings a strong background in art history and critical research, including archival systems work, event coordination, and exhibition/event concept development, with additional operational experience integrating and translating documentation and content for internal use.

Ritaj Darwish

Detail-oriented researcher, writer, and coordination professional with experience across archiving, translation, logistics, and project support in research and arts contexts. Skilled in documentation, handling sensitive materials, and working with cross-functional teams. Proficient in software tools such as davinci, able ton, photoshop. Brings a strong background in art history and critical research, including archival systems work, event coordination, and exhibition/event concept development, with additional operational experience integrating and translating documentation and content for internal use.

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Detail-oriented researcher, writer, and coordination professional with experience across archiving, translation, logistics, and project support in research and arts contexts. Skilled in documentation, handling sensitive materials, and working with cross-functional teams. Proficient in software tools such as davinci, able ton, photoshop.

Brings a strong background in art history and critical research, including archival systems work, event coordination, and exhibition/event concept development, with additional operational experience integrating and translating documentation and content for internal use.

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Language

English
Advanced

Work Experience

Archivist / Transcriber / Project Support (Timeless Festa Ka-fes and other research coordination roles) at Timeless Festa KafeS
May 1, 2026 - Present
Research coordination and cultural facilitation role associated with project work and event-related support.
PT Cultural Facilitator / Research Fellow
May 1, 2026 - Present
Research fellow role in cultural facilitation (details not fully specified in the provided text).
Assistant Curator at Fez Art Gathering
March 1, 2026 - May 1, 2026
Conceptualized and implemented international art festival 'Laïsing' in collaboration with artists, team, and exhibition space coordination.
Assistant Curator (Exhibition/Discussion Series) at AUB (Secular Club / AUB Galleries context)
May 1, 2025 - February 1, 2026
Conceptualized and implemented exhibition and discussion series titled 'Objects, Labor and Dwelling'. Oversaw film screening sessions with technical facilitation and coordination.
Researcher and Writer at Dalloul Art Foundation
June 1, 2024 - October 1, 2024
Developed research methodology and historiography for a collection. Published ground-up research articles related to the collection and archival/research framework.
Researcher and Writer at Dallo u l Art Foundation
June 1, 2024 - October 1, 2024
Developed a research methodology and historiography framework for the collection. Published ground-up research articles. Conducted foundational research writing aligned with institutional collection development.
Researcher and Transcriber/Translator at Think Triangle (project work across interviews and documents)
April 1, 2024 - June 1, 2025
Translated and transcribed interview materials, project evaluation documents, and need-assessment meeting notes. Also supported translated project implementation, evaluation, and inception documentation to facilitate multi-language research and documentation workflows.
Think Triangle (Translator and Transcriber / Project Support)
April 1, 2024 - June 1, 2025
Translated and transcribed interviews, project evaluation materials, and need assessment meeting outputs. Translated project implementation, evaluation, and inception documents. Conducted research translation support and documentation tasks to support ongoing project activities.
Archivist at AUB Special Collections and Archives
December 1, 2022 - January 31, 2023
Conducted multi-media research and integrated archiving systems. Developed an archive database informed by political and social analysis for art-related collections.
Event Logistics (Film Festival support) at Lebanese International Film Festival
September 1, 2022 - September 30, 2022
Performed logistical and organizational support for event programming. Facilitated technical equipment for screenings and speakers segments.
Event Logistics (Archivist/Logistics Support)
September 1, 2022 - Present
Performed logistical and organizing support for an event program. Facilitated technical equipment for screenings and speaker segments.
Archivist at Barzakh (Book archive work)
January 1, 2021 - June 1, 2021
Managed and curated the Book Archive. Conducted archival research based on archiving system frameworks, supported curation of the onsite book collection, and assisted with pricing management. Provided logistical support to facilitate events.
Archivist
January 1, 2021 - June 1, 2021
Managed and curated the book archive, built on an archiving system based on archiving documents, and supported research for curating an on-sale collection. Managed pricing and provided logistical support for events.
Relief Camp Volunteer at Intersos
January 1, 2019 - December 31, 2019
Conducted needs assessments for internally displaced persons in a relief camp. Facilitated educational and entertainment segments for children.
Relief Camp Volunteer at INTE RSOS (interpreted from text as InterSOS)
January 1, 2019 - Present
Conducted needs assessments for internally displaced persons in a relief camp. Facilitated educational and entertainment segments for children.
Managing and Communications Assistant at AL Gaddour Medical Center
November 1, 2018 - January 1, 2019
Integrated a new management and operations model. Implemented and translated documentation systems. Produced video documentation of neuro-cardiac surgeries and ER medical operations for internal archives and medical staff, and directed media for content creation.
Managing and Communications Assistant at ALG Adour Medical Center
November 1, 2018 - January 1, 2019
Integrated a new management and operations model and translated a new documentation system. Implemented video documentation for neuro-cardiac surgeries and ER medical operations for internal archives and medical staff. Directed media for content creation.
English Teacher (Grade 2 students) at ISMI International School
January 1, 2018 - January 1, 2019
Taught English to grade-2 students.
Media Volunteer / Photographer at TEDx Youth
January 1, 2018 - December 31, 2018
Photographed and supported media coverage for event programming.
Volunteer (Event Logistics) at TEDx
January 1, 2018 - January 31, 2018
Facilitated the main live stream in concurrence with the live audience. Scheduled stage/rig lineup elements (e.g., origram) integrated into both online and in-person programming for global connectivity.
Volunteer Member / Event Support at HEXA Connections
January 1, 2018 - January 1, 2019
Supported economic development events such as LIBUS and MEDA. Facilitated speaker registration and provided technical support. Conducted post-event evaluation surveys and supported event coordination.
English Teacher at ISMI International School
January 1, 2018 - January 1, 2019
Taught English to grade 2 students.
Media Volunteer at TEDx Youth
January 1, 2018 - Present
Photo documentation support for TEDx Youth Alssarim.
Organizing Volunteer at TEDx Global Day
January 1, 2018 - Present
Facilitated the main livestream in conjunction with the live audience. Scheduled live elements including on-site and online programming for global connectivity.
Volunteer Member at H EXA Connections
January 1, 2018 - January 1, 2019
Supported economic development events including LIBUS and MEDA. Facilitated registration and technical support for speakers. Conducted post-event evaluation surveys.
Volunteer Member at IAMTA WfIK (charity support)
January 1, 2016 - January 1, 2018
Assisted in charity events.
Volunteer Member at IAMTAWFI K (interpreted from text as IAMTA W FIK)
January 1, 2016 - January 1, 2018
Assisted in charity events.

Education

Bachelor of Arts at American University of Beirut (AUB)
January 1, 2020 - October 1, 2024
Bachelor of Arts in Art History (minor in Studio Arts) at American University of Beirut (AUB)
January 1, 2021 - January 1, 2024
MENA MUN Human Rights Council Delegate at MENA MUN
January 1, 2019 - January 1, 2019

Qualifications

M.A. (expected)
January 1, 2024 - August 7, 2026

Industry Experience

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

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