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Whetley Ernest

St. Petersburg

Summary

Dynamic professional with a rich background at the Museum of Motherhood, excelling in public speaking and digital database management. Known for enhancing visitor satisfaction through creative solutions and exceptional communication, leading to innovative tour strategies and improved archival accessibility. Skilled in multilingual presentation and mentoring, with a track record of fostering engaging, educational experiences.

Overview

1
1
year of professional experience

Work History

Tour Guide

Museum of Motherhood
06.2024 - 01.2025
  • Built personal relationships with guests to promote positive experiences.
  • Facilitated memorable experiences for diverse groups by tailoring presentations to cater to different age groups, cultural backgrounds, and language abilities.
  • Worked collaboratively with team members to develop innovative strategies for improving overall tour quality and visitor satisfaction.
  • Ensured timely departures and arrivals by strictly adhering to schedules while remaining flexible enough to accommodate unforeseen circumstances or special requests from guests.
  • Received numerous positive reviews from clients, reflecting strong communication skills and in-depth knowledge of tour subjects.

Archivist

Museum of Motherhood
06.2024 - 01.2025
  • Managed acquisition process for new collections, assessing relevance and value to the institution''s mission.
  • Researched and recorded origins, provenance, and historical significance of archival materials.
  • Trained volunteers and interns in proper handling techniques and cataloging procedures, ensuring continuity of care for collections.
  • Improved collection organization and streamlined retrieval process with meticulous cataloging of archival materials.
  • Enhanced accessibility to archived materials for researchers and the public by developing comprehensive finding aids and digital databases.

Education

Boca Ciega High School
05.2027

Skills

  • Public speaking
  • Presentation skills
  • Local history
  • Exceptional communication
  • Creative solutions
  • Multilingualism
  • Customer engagement
  • Proficient in language
  • Cash handling
  • Training and mentoring
  • Memory retention
  • Effective storytelling
  • Marketing

Languages

Haitian Creole
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Tour Guide

Museum of Motherhood
06.2024 - 01.2025

Archivist

Museum of Motherhood
06.2024 - 01.2025

Boca Ciega High School
Whetley Ernest