Amelia Frank
Glasgow
Summary
Finishing my fourth-year of university studies, I am a highly-motivated and dependable archaeologist, who has volunteered on a number of community projects globally. I have experience in excavation, finds recording, GIS, Total stations and post-excavation analysis. I am committed to creating a positive work environment and managing time on projects effectively.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
8
8
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Facilities Caretaker
University of Glasgow
Glasgow
2025.03 - Current
- I am responsible for ensuring the grounds are clean and kept to the highest standards.
- I coordinate with contractors to allow access and ensure that the building is secure and maintained in line with health and safety standards.
- I have the ability to use various cleaning equipment, chemicals and machines.
Volunteer Archaeologist
AOC Archaeology Group
Moffat
2024.10 - 2025.10
- I worked on site as a volunteer with AOC Archaeology Group, where they were involved in a co-curated community archaeology project called "Uncovering the Tweed" that included our excavation of a potential Iron Age 'scooped' settlement at Adie's Brae near Moffat.
- I excavated, located new contexts, recorded finds, and made a section drawing of a trench that included a potential part of the settlement's wall.
Kitchen Staff
Girl Scouts of Western Washington
Tahuya, USA
2024.07 - 2024.08
- Along with a team of kitchen staff volunteers, I planned meals, managed, and accommodated camper's needs at Camp 'Wildside' at Camp Lyle McCleod over the span of a week. I worked fulfilling days cooking and cleaning in the lodge's commercial kitchen and cleaned and prepped work surfaces and dish areas.
Volunteer Archaeologist
Grampus Heritage
Riba-roja d'Ebre
2024.06 - 2024.07
- Worked in a team to excavate a heritage site nearby the town Riba-roja d'Ebre in Spain.
- Excavated on site and also gave heritage presentations in town.
- Cleaned and prepared the site for visitors, site photography and drone footage, as well as conserving the traditional 'juniper oven' of the site.
- Handled IT involved in recording archaeological sites and organised recording sheets.
- Advanced my independent ability to use a Total Station and measure/record points.
Volunteer Archaeologist
Grampus Heritage
Pano Lefkara, Cyprus
2023.06 - 2024.07
- Involved with a number of heritage projects, with a focus on Cypriot oral storytelling.
- Restored a historical 'threshing sledge' using traditional methods.
- Took part in archaeological community engagement around the placement's village.
Education
MA - Archaeology/Ancient History
University of Glasgow
2021.09 - 2025.07
Highschool Diploma - undefined
Holy Names Academy
Seattle, Washington State 2017.08 - 2021.05
Skills
- Effective Time Management
- Good Communication
- Teamwork
- Adaptability
- Fast Learner
Timeline
Facilities Caretaker
University of Glasgow
2025.03 - Current
Volunteer Archaeologist
AOC Archaeology Group
2024.10 - 2025.10
Kitchen Staff
Girl Scouts of Western Washington
2024.07 - 2024.08
Volunteer Archaeologist
Grampus Heritage
2024.06 - 2024.07
Volunteer Archaeologist
Grampus Heritage
2023.06 - 2024.07
MA - Archaeology/Ancient History
University of Glasgow
2021.09 - 2025.07
Highschool Diploma - undefined
Holy Names Academy
2017.08 - 2021.05