Holly Young
9/13 Orwell Terrace, Edinburgh
Summary
Visitor Services Associate with extensive experience in science communication and public engagement, currently at Dynamic Earth. Proven ability to organise and present scientific information effectively, demonstrated through current role and at Deep Sea World and Bristol Museum. Skilled in delivering educational talks, managing visitor interactions, and supporting training initiatives. Experience in exhibit design and installation, with a strong foundation in research skills. Career goal includes further enhancing public understanding of science through innovative educational programmes.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Visitor Services Associate
Dynamic Earth
02.2018 - Current
- Organizing and delivering science communication to visitors, including regular school groups
- Guiding visitors through attraction and dealing with visitors questions and requirements
- Presenting regular educational shows in the planetarium to audiences of up to 100
- Preparation, set up and of fossil exhibitions
- Supporting the training of new visitor services guides
Paleontologist
Self Employed
07.2019 - 07.2024
- Planning and delivering fossil walks for Heriot Watt Ocean Conservation Society
- Interviewed on "Inside the Onion" podcast for an episode about Scottish fossils
Retail and Photography Assistant
Deep Sea World
09.2017 - 02.2018
- Photographing shark dive experiences
- Sales counter and stock management
Education Volunteer for Pliosaurus Event
Bristol Museum and Art Gallery
06.2017 - 09.2017
- Showing visitors round the exhibition and presenting information about "Doris" the Pliosaurus and Jurassic Bristol.
Visitor Services Presenter
Deep Sea World
03.2016 - 09.2016
- Giving educational talks to the public
- Feeding and handling sessions
- Delivering classes to school groups about marine biology and conservation
- Planning and setting up marine fossil exhibition for Summer of Sharks event
- Writing and presenting a talk on Megalodon
Education Volunteer
Edinburgh Zoo
03.2012 - 02.2016
- Giving educational talks to visitors
- Handling sessions and manning touch tables
- Assisting at summer school events
Education Volunteer
RSPB and Scottish Wildlife Trust
06.2009 - 03.2012
- Volunteering at various public exhibitions and events
- Wildlife Explorers kid's club
Education
Master of Science - Palaeobiology
University of Bristol
Bristol11-2017
Bachelor of Science - Animal Biology
Napier University
Edinburgh07-2015
Skills
- Effective communication and strong presentation skills
- Extensive experience engaging with the public
- Conversant with Microsoft Office Suite
- Exhibit design and installation experience
- Ability to organize and present scientific information in an easily understood format
- Methodical research skills
- Full driving licence
Hobbies and Interests
Palaeontology
Astronomy
Researching Scottish myths and legends
Reptiles
Computer games
Timeline
Paleontologist
Self Employed
07.2019 - 07.2024
Visitor Services Associate
Dynamic Earth
02.2018 - Current
Retail and Photography Assistant
Deep Sea World
09.2017 - 02.2018
Education Volunteer for Pliosaurus Event
Bristol Museum and Art Gallery
06.2017 - 09.2017
Visitor Services Presenter
Deep Sea World
03.2016 - 09.2016
Education Volunteer
Edinburgh Zoo
03.2012 - 02.2016
Education Volunteer
RSPB and Scottish Wildlife Trust
06.2009 - 03.2012
Master of Science - Palaeobiology
University of Bristol
Bachelor of Science - Animal Biology
Napier University