Caitlyn Chitwood
Tehachapi,CA
Summary
UCLA Anthropology (B.S.) student with proven research, scientific writing, and public engagement experience. Passionate about synthesizing complex findings into comprehensible narratives to elevate public understanding, and engaging diverse audiences in the arts and sciences. Recognized for rigorous analysis, organization, and collaborative leadership. Eager to apply interdisciplinary training in the social and life sciences to roles in genomics, anthropology, or paleontology.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
Work History
Contributing Researcher and Editor
Human Bridges Project - New Grand Tour
08.2025 - Current
- Conduct extensive online research on natural and cultural sites, organizing notes and reports for accessibility.
- Present research findings succinctly for general public consumption.
- Administer tasks to new researchers while ensuring clarity and direction.
- Collaborate regularly with senior researchers to assess performance and drive improvements.
Gallery Ambassador
The Hammer Museum
Los Angeles, USA
09.2024 - Current
- Respond promptly to visitor inquiries with detailed, relevant information, and further engage visitors to stimulate interest in exhibitions.
- Adapt rapidly to changes in exhibition content and roles, and maintain knowledge of each exhibition's specifics.
- Mentor new employees across various roles, and assist leads with additional assignments beyond defined responsibilities.
Social Media Initiative Lead
Destination Imagination - CA Advisory Board
09.2024 - Current
- Crafted and edited engaging content for Instagram and YouTube to enhance audience engagement, and collaborated with cross-functional teams to maximize content output and effectiveness.
- Provided resources and evaluations for K-12 teams participating in the Destination Imagination tournaments to foster development.
- Encouraged creative problem-solving in STEAM settings to promote student innovation.
Education
High School Diploma -
Tehachapi High School
Tehachapi, CA06.2024
Certification - Digital Media and Marketing
Cerro Coso Community College
Ridgecrest, CA05.2024
Bachelor of Science - Anthropology
University of California, Los Angeles
Los Angeles, CASkills
- Research and analysis
- Organizational skills
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Internal and external communication
- Team collaboration
- Content creation
Publications
"The Undergraduate Anthropological Association: Remembering the Life and Legacy of Jane Goodall through the Eyes of UCLA Anthropology."
Timeline
Contributing Researcher and Editor
Human Bridges Project - New Grand Tour
08.2025 - Current
Gallery Ambassador
The Hammer Museum
09.2024 - Current
Social Media Initiative Lead
Destination Imagination - CA Advisory Board
09.2024 - Current
High School Diploma -
Tehachapi High School
Certification - Digital Media and Marketing
Cerro Coso Community College
Bachelor of Science - Anthropology
University of California, Los Angeles