Are you doing all the "right" things in your museum job search, but still not getting results?
✔️Applying for roles but rarely hearing back?
✔️Struggling to make your experience stand out?
✔️ Getting interviews but not making it all the way to an offer?
✔️Constantly tweaking your resume, cover letters, or approach without knowing what's actually making a difference?
If you’re nodding along, you’re in the right place!
I help museum professionals who feel stuck in their job search figure out what's not working and develop a more strategic approach to landing their next role.
Together, we'll look at the roles you're pursuing, the experience you're bringing to them, and how you're communicating that experience throughout your resume, cover letters, interviews and beyond, so you're making intentional decisions instead of simply trying more of the things you're “supposed” to be doing.
Whether you need to strengthen your resume, figure out what to say in a cover letter, prepare for an interview, or rethink your job search altogether, we'll figure out what's not working, what needs to change, and what to do next.
Hi, I'm Alli
THE PERSON BEHIND YOUR MUSEUM CAREER COACH
I've spent more than 20 years working and volunteering in museums, so I know firsthand that museum careers don't always fit neatly into generic career advice.
I understand the unusual job titles, nonlinear career paths, small organizations where you do five jobs at once, and job descriptions that leave you wondering what they're actually looking for.
My goal is to help you make sense of the job search, understand how your experience connects to the roles you're pursuing, and learn how to communicate and advocate for what you bring to the museum field.
Curated Resources
Practical, resources tailored for museum professionals to help you strengthen your resume, cover letters, interviews, and overall job search.
Workshops & Programs
Live and on-demand programs that help you build the skills and strategies to navigate your museum job search.
1:1 Career Coaching
Personalized strategy and support built around your experience, career goals, and the opportunities you're pursuing.
Upcoming Programs
TAKE YOUR MUSEUM CAREER TO THE NEXT LEVEL
SEPT TBD
Coming soon!
Tuesday, September 15 @ 2 pm EST
TUES in NOV
Jumpstart Your Museum Job Search - 4-week program
Tuesdays in November (3, 10, 17, 24) from 7 - 8:30 pm EST
One month after completing your program, I landed a public history job. I used your worksheets to create the resume I submitted for that job and to prepare for the two interviews. I had been applying for jobs for about a year and was feeling defeated before participating in your program. While the coaching is exceptional, I think the true magic behind the program is your ability to connect people who are navigating the same difficult process and making them feel supported.
I have achieved my long-time goal of landing a federal job! I wanted to thank you for your workshop. I used some of the questions and techniques to navigate the interview process. They actually had to fight for me because I had another offer!
I got an interview from the Smithsonian after submitting my new resume and I feel like that's what finally set me apart. I've applied to the Smithsonian at least 20 times and never got an interview before!
I walked away feeling the program [Jumpstart Your Museum Job Search] was incredibly constructive, enriching and empowering. Alli has a unique way of being both personal and professional, connecting the micro with the macro and holding you both accountable while also being your biggest cheerleader. What more could you ask for?
Explore free and low-cost resources designed specifically for museum professionals navigating their careers and job searches.
Whether you’re searching for jobs, building your network, or figuring out your next professional development opportunity, you’ll find tools and resources to make navigating the museum field a little easier.
Job & Internship Boards
There is not one place where museums post jobs! I've compiled two types of job boards to help connect you to the most roles: one for museum jobs and the other for internships.
Museum Conference Directory
Discover opportunities to learn, network, and grow with a comprehensive list of museum conferences worldwide, updated quarterly.
Museum Career Toolkits
A growing collection of practical, self-guided resources designed to help museum professionals specifically with resumes, cover letters, networking & beyond!
Curate Your Career Podcast
Listen to weekly conversations on pratical advice for staying, leaving or making the most of your museum career with Elin Filbey of Deaccessioned Career Coaching.
Let's make it happen together
Not Sure Where to Start?
Whether you need help figuring out your next move, strengthening your application materials, or preparing for an interview, there's more than one way to get support.
Email Me: [email protected]
LinkedIn: www.LinkedIn.com/in/AllisonMSchell