Bryony Smith is a seasoned professional in the arts and cultural sector, currently serving as a Researcher/Coordinator for Understanding British Portraits at the National Portrait Gallery since February 2023. Prior roles include Impact and Engagement Officer at The British School at Rome, Events Manager for Adult Programmes at The British Museum, and National Programmes Coordinator at The National Gallery. Bryony's career also features experience as an Operations Executive at ART PURSUITS ABROAD LIMITED and as a Programme Administrator at the Victoria and Albert Museum. Educational qualifications include an MA (hons) in History of Art from The University of Edinburgh, obtained from 2002 to 2007.