Kylie Roth
Lanham,MD
Summary
Passionate museum professional with two years of experience in conservation, curatorial work, and collections management, specializing in natural and contemporary history, adept at research, project development, and public engagement, with a desire to create engaging and informative experiences for diverse audiences.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Museum Collections Management Intern
Mars, Incorporated
05.2025 - Current
- Support an ongoing, multi-phase collections project focused on cataloging, digitizing, and rehousing collections objects
- Conduct essential collections care to prevent further decay or need for immediate or future conservation efforts
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance process efficiency and ensure project alignment
- Maintain detailed records of project progress, ensuring accurate documentation is readily available for review by senior management
Work Study Assistant
University of South Dakota
08.2022 - 08.2024
- Identified and cataloged collection materials via University databases and software applications
- Preserved and organized collection materials
- Streamlined project files, resulting in improved accessibility and efficiency
- Maintained a sanitary and systematized environment
- Packaged and organized artifacts to prepare for shipment to separate facility
- Academic assistant to Staff Secretary of Anthropology and Sociology
Plains Anthropology Conference Presenter
University Of South Dakota
06.2023 - 10.2023
- Actively contributed to collection and compilation of primary research data used in study
- Presented qualitative research findings on a student panel
- Managed time efficiently during presentations to cover all essential points while maintaining audience interest and avoiding information overload
GS-5 Archaeology Field Technician
United States Department of Agriculture
05.2023 - 08.2023
- Referenced materials such as register files, historic documents, archaeological reports, maps, and aerial photographs
- Performed area surveys for evidence of archaeological remains
- Performed computations and assessments of archaeological data
- Produced site and survey maps
- Transferred GPS data to GIS ArcView program
- Conducted, recorded, and monitored cultural resource surveys and inventories
- Kept detailed records of field measurements and data
Student Intern
National Music Museum
01.2023 - 05.2023
- Assessed condition of artifacts for conservation diagnosis and preparation
- Performed conservation treatments using specialized techniques
- Researched historical and material information related to collection items
- Identified and catalogued artifacts through museum database
- Preserved and organized collection materials
Intern
Austin-Whittemore House Museum
08.2022 - 12.2022
- Identified and catalogued collections
- Preserved and organized historic materials
- Maintained storage facilities
- Supported staff members in daily tasks, reducing workload burden and allowing for increased focus on higher-priority assignments
Susan Tuve Archaeological Field School Participant
University Of South Dakota
05.2022 - 06.2022
- Performed surface surveys and archaeological lab work using geospatial equipment
- Carefully excavated artifacts by utilizing trowels, total stations, and GPS units
- Meticulously documented fieldwork and laboratory analyses
Education
Master of Arts - Museum Studies
The George Washington University
Washington, DC05.2026
Bachelor of Science - History, Anthropology, Minor in Archaeology
University of South Dakota
05.2024
Skills
- Documentation proficiency
- Proficient in POS system operations
- Adept in interpersonal communication
- Advanced knowledge of software applications
- Proficient in conveying complex information
- Data analysis
- Excellency in cataloging and preservation
- Inventory management
Timeline
Museum Collections Management Intern
Mars, Incorporated
05.2025 - Current
Plains Anthropology Conference Presenter
University Of South Dakota
06.2023 - 10.2023
GS-5 Archaeology Field Technician
United States Department of Agriculture
05.2023 - 08.2023
Student Intern
National Music Museum
01.2023 - 05.2023
Work Study Assistant
University of South Dakota
08.2022 - 08.2024
Intern
Austin-Whittemore House Museum
08.2022 - 12.2022
Susan Tuve Archaeological Field School Participant
University Of South Dakota
05.2022 - 06.2022
Bachelor of Science - History, Anthropology, Minor in Archaeology
University of South Dakota
Master of Arts - Museum Studies
The George Washington University