Sophia Wilson
New York 311 11th Ave,NY
Summary
I am a recent University of California, Santa Barbara graduate in Art History with an emphasis in Museum Studies, driven by a profound passion for art, cultural heritage, and the individual stories preserved within collections and institutions. Grounded in diligence and discipline, I bring enthusiasm and a rigorous work ethic to every environment I enter. I prioritize a collaborative spirit and a genuine excitement for connecting people with the arts across both public and private sectors.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
Work History
AD&A Conservation Intern
Art, Design & Architecture Museum at UCSB
Santa Barbara, California
07.2025 - 09.2025
- Preserved artworks, architectural plans, and film materials by delicately demolding and stabilizing pieces to prevent deterioration, making them accessible for educational and research efforts at the University
- Collaborated with conservation leaders and staff to guarantee proper handling, documentation, and storage on par with professional museum standards
- Entrusted with the maintenance of the conservation space itself, along with the tools used to ensure the health of all participants
- Meticulously worked through hundreds of architectural plans that pertained to the Southern Californian cultural landscape, observing not only the works but also connecting with the profiles of the architects
Library’s Special Collections Research Intern
University Of California, Santa Barbara
Santa Barbara, California
09.2024 - 06.2025
- Handled fragile and rare archival materials to incorporate the works into the University’s library database
- Crafted extensive Excel spreadsheets to catalog condition reports, publication information, and contextual notes regarding each piece of my collection projects
- Conducted bibliographic research across multi-disciplinary databases to verify missing or incomplete data
- Physically organized materials for long-term storage to foster academic accessibility
Education
Bachelor of Arts - History of Art And Architecture
University of California, Santa Barbara
Santa Barbara, CA06-2026
Skills
- Fluency in English & Spanish
- Archival Research & Cataloging
- Collections Management
- Metadata & Excel Documentation
- Database & Bibliographic Research
- Archival Storage & Organization
- Museum & Conservation Practices
- Public Engagement & Arts Education
- Team Collaboration & Communication
- Adaptable with Strong Technical and Procedural Learning Abilities
- Affinity for Audience-Oriented Environments
Accomplishments
- Centro Chileno Lautaro Scholarship Recipient 2022-2025
Timeline
AD&A Conservation Intern
Art, Design & Architecture Museum at UCSB
07.2025 - 09.2025
Library’s Special Collections Research Intern
University Of California, Santa Barbara
09.2024 - 06.2025
Bachelor of Arts - History of Art And Architecture
University of California, Santa Barbara