Jennifer Evans
Weston,CT
Summary
Knowledgeable student with strong foundation in researching for and preserving digital collections. Skilled in maintaining and organizing digital assets to ensure long-term validity, accessibility, and academic value. Known for effective team collaboration and adaptability in dynamic environments.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Digital Archivist Intern
International (Digital) Dura-Europos Archive
01.2023 - Current
- Worked with WikiData to enhance digital bibliography of the archaeological site Dura Europos.
- Conducted research on original 1920-30s archaeological reports to locate, identify, and match archaeological artifacts to their modern day locations, in order to enhance digital information about each object for better archiving for museums.
- Created geo-locations on digitally rendered site maps in order to more effectively demonstrate findspots of artifacts for worldwide research
- Gained skills in WikiData and OpenRefine for mass upload of researched information on artifacts from the site into a multilingual environment
Front of House Team Member
Fisher Performing Arts Center
01.2023 - Current
- Greeted customers with smile and provided friendly, knowledgeable service.
- Assisted patrons with seating by giving directions and lighting paths.
- Provided information about current and future events at facility.
Bartender/Barista
Terrain Cafe
05.2025 - 08.2025
- Developed and maintained extensive knowledge of cocktail recipes and drink preparation techniques.
- Gained knowledge on providing full service to a customer, serving bar seats full menu items rather than simply drinks.
- Provided exceptional customer service by engaging with patrons and addressing their needs promptly.
- Managed bar inventory, ensuring optimal stock levels and minimizing waste through effective ordering practices.
- Mentored junior bartenders on mixology techniques and customer interaction skills, fostering a collaborative team environment.
Assistant Clerk, Archivist
Weston Public Library
04.2022 - 06.2022
- Organized and digitized historical documents housed by the library.
- Discovered new town historical information that was unknown to the local historical society.
- Streamlined usage by creating organizational systems for newly digitized records and documents.
- Developed classification systems to facilitate public access to archived materials.
- Reshelved, counted, and logged books.
- Worked on fixing and mailing out newsletters for the library.
- Created a new digitized system of recalling local businesses.
- Added and removed books from the library catalogue.
Barista
Starbucks
04.2021 - 03.2022
- Interacted with and handled customers during hectic periods to promote fun, positive environment.
- Created wide variety drinks per shift with consistently positive customer satisfaction scores.
- Built strong customer management skills.
- Maintained cleaned counters, machines, utensils and seating areas.
- Controlled line and crowd with quick, efficient work, multitasking different areas of service.
Farmer
Homefront Farmers
06.2020 - 08.2020
- Cared for plants in the greenhouse, building organizational skills and learning how to plant, up-pot and tend to seedlings.
- Weeded and cared for crops, cleared brush.
- Cleaned and maintained parts of the farm, including farm house, barn, woodshop and various livestock areas.
- Spent time working in fields, removing pests, watering, and harvesting produce.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Classics, Anthropology
Bard College
Red Hook, NY05-2026
Archaeological Conservation And Preservation
Balkan Heritage Field School
Stobi, North Macedonia06-2024
High School Diploma -
Weston High School
Weston, CT06.2022
Skills
- Research and Analysis
- Archival Organization
- Analytical and Blog Writing
- Front of House Public Engagement
- Hospitality
- Customer Service and Relationships
- Food Preparation and Safety
- Administrative Duties
Languages
Latin
Full Professional
Timeline
Bartender/Barista
Terrain Cafe
05.2025 - 08.2025
Digital Archivist Intern
International (Digital) Dura-Europos Archive
01.2023 - Current
Front of House Team Member
Fisher Performing Arts Center
01.2023 - Current
Assistant Clerk, Archivist
Weston Public Library
04.2022 - 06.2022
Barista
Starbucks
04.2021 - 03.2022
Farmer
Homefront Farmers
06.2020 - 08.2020
Bachelor of Arts - Classics, Anthropology
Bard College
Archaeological Conservation And Preservation
Balkan Heritage Field School
High School Diploma -
Weston High School