Amy Spaughton
Amy Spaughton
BA Archaeology (Hons) 1st Class, MSc Social Anthropology
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EXPERIENCE
Sharpe Publishing- Intern/Freelancer-2020
In this role, I proofed manuscripts, provided feedback for as yet unpublished works and wrote copy. This involved correcting spelling, grammar, fluency and proofing errors. I also provided comments and suggestions regarding submitted manuscripts and wrote reviews. At the publishing house, I also wrote blurbs and taglines as well as helped design covers.
Ben Uri Gallery- Digital Intern-2019
At the gallery, I made their first in-house films. These informational films featured a particular artist or theme and were used on social media to promote the gallery. This role involved working independently as I made the films alone, research skills and adaptability as I was involved in every aspect of the production.
Museum of London- Trainee Filmmaker- 2018
This role involved creating a short instructional film to accompany an exhibition and organising a screening event with a social media tie in. In this role, I conducted research, desk-based and practical, storyboarded and created a creative way to communicate a complex artistic process. This project also involved video and audio editing as well as creating a soundscape. In this role, I also demonstrated collaborative skills as I undertook the project in a team as well as leadership skills as I took the lead organising the screening event and the interactive social media tie-in.
London Transport Museum- Filmmaker- 2018
At the London Transport Museum, I worked in a team to create a short educational film for an exhibition focusing on the complex notion of remembrance and chronicling the underrepresented role of transport staff during the First World War. This involved research, interviewing experts and members of the public and discovering a way to present the complex history clearly and in an engaging manner. I also gave a speech at the screening event to explain our process and methodology as I am comfortable presenting in front of a large audience.
EUTV- 2018- 2019
I have also been involved with the Edinburgh University TV channel in which I present, film, create and edit videos, using Premiere Pro, concerning events, reviews and news for their social media. By contributing to the channel I have learned how to work on projects both independently and collaboratively and present information to fellow students in an engaging manner.
The Benjamin Franklin House- Visitor Assistant- 2018
As a visitor assistant, I welcomed and guided visitors, worked in the box office and shop, gave tour presentations, conducted Q and A sessions and organised visitor feedback. In this role, I learnt how to present large amounts of information in an effective and engaging manner as well as improved my interpersonal skills. The Q and A sessions I lead at the end of each tour taught me to think on my feet and how to work independently. I also collected and analysed visitor feedback forms using Excel and provided creative ideas for the museum�s social media channels.
The Sir John Soane Museum- Visitor Assistant- 2017
At the museum I had to learn on the job as I explained artefacts and introduced visitors to the forgotten personalities of the house by detailing the biographies of its past inhabitants. This role involved retaining a large amount of information as well as finding engaging ways to present this information to a variety of people.
EDUCATION
University of Edinburgh - MSc Social Anthropology- 2018- 2019
During my MSc I have gained valuable analytical skills including the ability to deconstruct, examine and explain complex concepts and find innovative methods to utilise and present information. I have also gained strong research skills using a variety of data sources and methods. Through social anthropology I have critically engaged with a wide variety of cultures and concepts and have gained a deep appreciation for the wide and wonderful spectrum of human life. It was also at Edinburgh that I improved my Excel and Google sheets proficiency and learnt about various coding languages including R and SQL through a data carpentry course.
University of Winchester - BA (Hons) Archaeology with 1st Class Honours - 2015- 2018
While studying archaeology, I have learnt how to generate and employ scientific data from and wide range of sources in order to uncover insights and investigate buried stories. As part of my degree, I also undertook fieldwork in the UK and abroad which involved fully immersing myself within a culture, teamwork and flexibility. I have also studied the more scientific side of Archaeology and have experience with GIS software.
University of Wisconsin Eau Claire- Semester Abroad - 2017
During my semester abroad, I learned to be adaptable and to take advantage of learning opportunities as they arose. I also developed my interpersonal skills as I formed and maintained new relationships in an unfamiliar environment.
Old Palace of John Whitgift School- 3 A-Levels and 10 GCSE�s - 2008 - 2015
SKILLS
Writing Skills
Regular articles for the Croydon Guardian Online as part of the Young Journalist of the Year scheme
Finalist for the Wicked Young Writers Award
Experience with desk-based research
Scriptwriting experience using software such as Celtx
UEA Intro to Screenwriting course and Intro to Writing Fiction course
Technological Skills
Experience with cameras, presenting and interviewing on and off camera and editing software including Photoshop, Adobe Creative Suite, InDesign, Premiere Pro and Wordpress
Experience with Social Media Content Creation
Good spreadsheet practises on Excel and Google Sheets, R and SQL coding through a data carpentry course
Experience with Microsoft Office as well as databases and GIS software
Other Skills
Able to work creatively and collaboratively to a tight deadline and conducting formal and non-formal interviews
Experience with archives through work experience placement at the Museum of London Archive in 2015
Quick learner and confident public speaker through leading tours and Q and A session at the Benjamin Franklin House
Experience helping plan events such as the interactive screening event at the Museum of London
Experience working with children in an educational setting during my time volunteering at an After School Club in a Primary School for nine months
Internationalisation at Home course
LANGUAGES
English- Native
Italian- Basic
Amy Spaughton
BA Archaeology (Hons) 1st Class, MSc Social Anthropology
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EXPERIENCE
Sharpe Publishing- Intern/Freelancer-2020
In this role, I proofed manuscripts, provided feedback for as yet unpublished works and wrote copy. This involved correcting spelling, grammar, fluency and proofing errors. I also provided comments and suggestions regarding submitted manuscripts and wrote reviews. At the publishing house, I also wrote blurbs and taglines as well as helped design covers.
Ben Uri Gallery- Digital Intern-2019
At the gallery, I made their first in-house films. These informational films featured a particular artist or theme and were used on social media to promote the gallery. This role involved working independently as I made the films alone, research skills and adaptability as I was involved in every aspect of the production.
Museum of London- Trainee Filmmaker- 2018
This role involved creating a short instructional film to accompany an exhibition and organising a screening event with a social media tie in. In this role, I conducted research, desk-based and practical, storyboarded and created a creative way to communicate a complex artistic process. This project also involved video and audio editing as well as creating a soundscape. In this role, I also demonstrated collaborative skills as I undertook the project in a team as well as leadership skills as I took the lead organising the screening event and the interactive social media tie-in.
London Transport Museum- Filmmaker- 2018
At the London Transport Museum, I worked in a team to create a short educational film for an exhibition focusing on the complex notion of remembrance and chronicling the underrepresented role of transport staff during the First World War. This involved research, interviewing experts and members of the public and discovering a way to present the complex history clearly and in an engaging manner. I also gave a speech at the screening event to explain our process and methodology as I am comfortable presenting in front of a large audience.
EUTV- 2018- 2019
I have also been involved with the Edinburgh University TV channel in which I present, film, create and edit videos, using Premiere Pro, concerning events, reviews and news for their social media. By contributing to the channel I have learned how to work on projects both independently and collaboratively and present information to fellow students in an engaging manner.
The Benjamin Franklin House- Visitor Assistant- 2018
As a visitor assistant, I welcomed and guided visitors, worked in the box office and shop, gave tour presentations, conducted Q and A sessions and organised visitor feedback. In this role, I learnt how to present large amounts of information in an effective and engaging manner as well as improved my interpersonal skills. The Q and A sessions I lead at the end of each tour taught me to think on my feet and how to work independently. I also collected and analysed visitor feedback forms using Excel and provided creative ideas for the museum�s social media channels.
The Sir John Soane Museum- Visitor Assistant- 2017
At the museum I had to learn on the job as I explained artefacts and introduced visitors to the forgotten personalities of the house by detailing the biographies of its past inhabitants. This role involved retaining a large amount of information as well as finding engaging ways to present this information to a variety of people.
EDUCATION
University of Edinburgh - MSc Social Anthropology- 2018- 2019
During my MSc I have gained valuable analytical skills including the ability to deconstruct, examine and explain complex concepts and find innovative methods to utilise and present information. I have also gained strong research skills using a variety of data sources and methods. Through social anthropology I have critically engaged with a wide variety of cultures and concepts and have gained a deep appreciation for the wide and wonderful spectrum of human life. It was also at Edinburgh that I improved my Excel and Google sheets proficiency and learnt about various coding languages including R and SQL through a data carpentry course.
University of Winchester - BA (Hons) Archaeology with 1st Class Honours - 2015- 2018
While studying archaeology, I have learnt how to generate and employ scientific data from and wide range of sources in order to uncover insights and investigate buried stories. As part of my degree, I also undertook fieldwork in the UK and abroad which involved fully immersing myself within a culture, teamwork and flexibility. I have also studied the more scientific side of Archaeology and have experience with GIS software.
University of Wisconsin Eau Claire- Semester Abroad - 2017
During my semester abroad, I learned to be adaptable and to take advantage of learning opportunities as they arose. I also developed my interpersonal skills as I formed and maintained new relationships in an unfamiliar environment.
Old Palace of John Whitgift School- 3 A-Levels and 10 GCSE�s - 2008 - 2015
SKILLS
Writing Skills
Regular articles for the Croydon Guardian Online as part of the Young Journalist of the Year scheme
Finalist for the Wicked Young Writers Award
Experience with desk-based research
Scriptwriting experience using software such as Celtx
UEA Intro to Screenwriting course and Intro to Writing Fiction course
Technological Skills
Experience with cameras, presenting and interviewing on and off camera and editing software including Photoshop, Adobe Creative Suite, InDesign, Premiere Pro and Wordpress
Experience with Social Media Content Creation
Good spreadsheet practises on Excel and Google Sheets, R and SQL coding through a data carpentry course
Experience with Microsoft Office as well as databases and GIS software
Other Skills
Able to work creatively and collaboratively to a tight deadline and conducting formal and non-formal interviews
Experience with archives through work experience placement at the Museum of London Archive in 2015
Quick learner and confident public speaker through leading tours and Q and A session at the Benjamin Franklin House
Experience helping plan events such as the interactive screening event at the Museum of London
Experience working with children in an educational setting during my time volunteering at an After School Club in a Primary School for nine months
Internationalisation at Home course
LANGUAGES
English- Native
Italian- Basic