Olivia Thompson

• Phone: +44 20 7946 0123
• Email: olivia.thompson@email.com
• Location: London, UK
• LinkedIn: oliviathompsonhistory

Summary

Led historical research projects for over 10 years, specializing in 19th and 20th-century British social history, culminating in the publication of three peer-reviewed articles. Expertise in archival preservation and digital humanities, significantly enhancing public access to historical collections.

Successfully managed cross-institutional collaborations, resulting in a 25% increase in research grant funding for historical initiatives. Proficient in primary source analysis, historiographical critique, and public engagement through lectures and exhibitions.

Experience

Senior Historian & Research Lead, The National Archives, UK -- Kew, London, UK

Sept 2018 – present

• Directed a team of 5 junior historians and archivists in the digitization and cataloguing of over 50,000 historical documents, increasing public accessibility by 40%.

• Authored and co-authored 3 published articles in leading historical journals, including 'Victorian Philanthropy and Urban Development in London'.

• Secured £150,000 in grant funding for the 'Hidden Histories' oral history project, interviewing over 100 individuals on post-war British society.

• Developed and delivered 15 public lectures and workshops annually, engaging an average of 500 attendees per year on various historical topics.

Research Historian, Museum of London -- London, UK

July 2014 – Aug 2018

• Conducted in-depth historical research for new exhibition development, contributing to the 'London's Burning: The Great Fire' exhibit, which attracted over 200,000 visitors.

• Managed and maintained a collection of 2,000+ primary source materials, ensuring accurate cataloguing and preservation according to national standards.

• Provided historical consultation for documentary films and educational programs, reaching an estimated audience of 1 million viewers.

• Collaborated with academic institutions on joint research initiatives, leading to a co-authored report on Roman London's trade networks.

Archival Assistant (Internship), British Library -- London, UK

Sept 2013 – June 2014

• Assisted in the processing and rehousing of historical manuscripts, improving organizational efficiency by 15%.

• Responded to public inquiries regarding collection access and historical information, processing an average of 30 requests per week.

• Supported senior archivists in conservation efforts for delicate historical documents.

Education

University College London (UCL), PhD in History -- London, UK

Sept 2010 – July 2014

University of Edinburgh, MA in Modern History -- Edinburgh, UK

Sept 2009 – Aug 2010

University of Manchester, BA (Hons) in History -- Manchester, UK

Sept 2006 – July 2009

Skills

Historical Research & Analysis: Primary Source Analysis, Historiography, Archival Research, Oral History, Genealogy, Historical Interpretation, Data Analysis

Archival Management & Preservation: Cataloguing, Digitization, Conservation Principles, Collection Management, Metadata Standards, Records Management

Communication & Engagement: Academic Writing, Public Speaking, Exhibition Development, Grant Writing, Peer Review, Educational Program Design

Digital Humanities: Omeka, ArcGIS (basic), Digital Archiving Software, Zotero, Microsoft Office Suite

Languages: English (Native), French (Proficient), Latin (Reading Knowledge)