Joseph McDermott

Joseph McDermott is an experienced professional in security and publishing, currently serving as a Senior Security Officer at The Metropolitan Museum of Art since June 2015, where responsibilities include the protection of visitors and the museum's valuable collection. Joseph has also held roles as a Security Officer and Vice President at Beautiful Tree Publishers, coordinating book sales and vendor relationships while contributing as an illustrator. Educationally, Joseph earned a Bachelor's Degree in Peace and Justice Studies from Manhattan College, concentrating on religious studies, and is pursuing a Master of Arts in Fine and Studio Arts at the Academy of Art University. Additional experiences include an internship focused on audience development at The Metropolitan Museum of Art, public relations work for a Congresswoman, and contributions to a youth conference aimed at establishing societal ethical standards.