Afra Shames Al Menhali
Al-Ain
Summary
Experienced with restoration techniques and project management. Utilizes in-depth knowledge of damage assessment and repair protocols to ensure efficient and effective restoration. Track record of successfully coordinating with teams and clients to meet project goals and maintain high standards of work quality.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Restoration Specialist
National Library and Archives
10.2019 - Current
I'm a paper and book Conservator at National Library and Archives of UAE. I have 5 years of experience in this field. In 2019, I joined the conservation and preservation team of the NLA, and I have been trained by experts on Conservation and preservation of papers and books as well as photographic materials.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Data Archiving And Document Management
Higher Colleges of Technology
Al Ain City, United Arab Emirates06-2017
High School Diploma -
Mariam Bint Sultan High School
Al Ain City, United Arab Emirates06-2010
Skills
- Skilled at evaluating the Biological, physical and chemical damages in paper and book documents
- Writing condition report and proposal treatment for damaged documents
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed
- MS office (Windows, Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
- Adobe (Photoshop CS4, Fireworks CS4, Flash CS4, Dreamweaver CS4)
- Using internet tools
Certification
- 2013 IELTS:5
- 2010 -2011 Al Bayariq Program (Shaheen)
- 2010 CEPA:158
- 2017 Training certificate at the National Library and Archive
- 2022 Lecture on Writing formal emails in a professional manner
- 2023 Lecture on Time Management and Stress Control
- 2024 Training program on Multispectral Imaging for the Examination of Historical Documents
- 2024 Training program on Photographic Restoration
Hobbies and Interests
Traveling, Drawing, Sewing.
Timeline
Restoration Specialist
National Library and Archives
10.2019 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Data Archiving And Document Management
Higher Colleges of Technology
High School Diploma -
Mariam Bint Sultan High School
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