Specialist expertise/experience
Private Library, Archive and Collection Management
I hold a Masters degree in Information and Library Studies and wrote the core textbook used to teach librarians how to catalogue. When I’m not organising people’s books and papers, I’m working on the new edition (following a major change in the international cataloguing rules).
Virtual Organising
During my Postgraduate Certificate in Learning and Teaching in Higher Education, I focused on blended learning, using online delivery to supplement and consolidate work in class. As well as running in-person training for heritage professionals, I hold monthly seminars and online courses, and I have developed a virtual organising space using the same learning software, so that clients and I can share and store information between Zoom sessions.
Other Relevant Qualifications
Many (though not all) of my clients are creatives. As well as an MA (Hons) in English Language and Literature from the University of St Andrews, I hold a PG Certificate in Creative Writing from University of Newcastle and am completing a Certificate in Crime Writing at West Dean College. I also have a TQUK Level 2 Certificate in Dementia Care, which is helpful in supporting some clients who are working with their family to ensure appropriate listing and estate planning.