Blaine Middleton
Richmond,VA
Summary
Hardworking and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple responsibilities with a positive attitude. Eager to secure part or full-time employment in the fields of archeology, historical preservation, and resource management. Concentrated on gaining hands-on work experience before continuing education at the graduate level.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Sales Associate
Cellular Sales Of Knoxville
10.2023 - Current
- Organized inventory to maintain store visual appeal, engage customers, and promote specific merchandise.
- Handled cash transactions efficiently while adhering to company cash handling policies.
- Built relationships with customers to encourage repeat business.
Archeology Field Tech
Historic Germanna
05.2023 - 09.2023
- Phase I, II, III excavations
- Conducting public archeology to engage the community and students with local history.
- Cleaning/processing field materials as well as identifying/cataloging artifacts.
- Communicated with supervisor to report progress, discuss issues and seek guidance.
Server/Bartender
Housepitality Family
05.2021 - 05.2023
- Effective communication strategies between FOH and BOH staff for streamlined operations.
- Conducted inventory management by monitoring stock and modifying orders when supplies were low.
- Collaborated with team members during busy shifts for efficient workflow and excellent guest experiences.
- Fulfilled managerial operations during opening and closing duties.
Barista/Catering Staff
Urban Hang Suite
08.2020 - 05.2021
- Maintained a clean and organized workspace for optimal productivity and safety.
- Managed time effectively to balance both FOH tasks and BOH responsibilities during busy periods.
Crew Lead/Assistant Manager
Gelacele (Gelati Celesti)
09.2018 - 08.2020
- Trained employees in time management and proper ways to complete job duties.
- Managed project timelines, ensuring milestones were met while maintaining high-quality standards.
- Monitored team members to verify work quality and address concerns.
- Communicated effectively with upper management, team members, and customers to keep everyone informed.
Education
Bachelor of Science - BS - Anthropology
Virginia Commonwealth University (VCU)
Richmond, VA05.2023
Bachelor of Arts - BA - International Studies
Virginia Commonwealth University (VCU)
Richmond, VA05.2023
Field Certification - Archeology
VCU Field School At Historic Germanna
Locust Grove, VA07.2022
Advanced Diploma -
Maggie L. Walker Governor's School for Govt. and Int. Stud.
Richmond, VA05.2019
Skills
- Public Speaking and Public Archeology
- Phase I, II, & III Excavation
- Archiving & Cataloguing Historic Resources
- Experience with VCRIS and ArcGIS
- Excel and Data Analysis
- 3D Modeling and Printing
Academic Internships
Virginia Department of Historic Resources (VDHR), Aug 2022-May 2023
- Catalogue historic resources
- Digitizing borrowed collections
- Identify/locate files for researchers
- Utilize state database (VCRIS)
Virtual Curation Laboratory (VCL), VCU, Aug 2020-May 2022
- 3D scan and print artifacts/fossils
- Utilizing digital modeling software
- Museum curation and public engagement
- Catalogue/Archive lab materials
- Research Assistant , VCU School of World Studies, Aug 2020-May 2020
- Mapping movement of language groups
- Analyzing patterns in linguistics with environmental and archeological data
- Utilize ArcGIS to compile data
- Transforming raw data to compatible inputs
References
- Kelly Arford-Horne, MA, Executive Site Director, Historic Germanna,
kelly.arford-horne@germanna.org
- Bernard Means, PhD, Director of VCL, Virginia Commonwealth University,
bkmeans@vcu.edu
- Eric Larsen, PhD, Executive Director of Archeology, Historic Germanna,
elarsen@germanna.org
- Jason Kramer, Archivist Assistant, Virginia Department of Historic Resources,
jason.kramer@dhr.virginia.gov
Timeline
Sales Associate
Cellular Sales Of Knoxville
10.2023 - Current
Archeology Field Tech
Historic Germanna
05.2023 - 09.2023
Server/Bartender
Housepitality Family
05.2021 - 05.2023
Barista/Catering Staff
Urban Hang Suite
08.2020 - 05.2021
Crew Lead/Assistant Manager
Gelacele (Gelati Celesti)
09.2018 - 08.2020
Bachelor of Science - BS - Anthropology
Virginia Commonwealth University (VCU)
Bachelor of Arts - BA - International Studies
Virginia Commonwealth University (VCU)
Field Certification - Archeology
VCU Field School At Historic Germanna
Advanced Diploma -
Maggie L. Walker Governor's School for Govt. and Int. Stud.
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