Brandon Rayner
Adelaide ,SA
Summary
I am currently a Postgraduate student completing my Masters of Archaeology and Heritage Management at Flinders University. Through my Undergraduate degree in Archaeology, Postgraduate degree, and volunteer opportunities I have developed skills that make would make me a valuable asset to any archaeological or heritage management team. My passion in archaeology is the study of zooarchaeology, which is the focus of my Masters Thesis, and lithic artefact analysis. I am a high academic achiever and a strong writer and researcher.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Volunteer (Overseen by Dr Daryl Wesley)
Laboratory Work - Cataloguing Of Artefacts
08.2022 - Current
- Identified and catalogued lithic artefacts, charcoal and various environmental features.
- Used strong interpersonal communication skills to convey information to others.
- Worked in team environment to maintain high levels of productivity.
Volunteer (Overseen by Dr Martin Polkinghorne)
Archaeological Excavation
01.2023 - 02.2023
- Excavation of archaeological materials.
- Artefact recording and collection.
- Worked within a large team.
- Used coordination and planning skills to achieve results according to schedule.
- Operated RTK equipment for precise position recording.
- Displayed self reliance and initiative.
- Oversaw digital records and equipment e.g. formatting of photos and charging equipment batteries.
Volunteer (Overseen by PhD Candidate Jenna Walsh)
Archaeological Survey Of Adelaide Gaol
11.2021 - 11.2021
- Operated equipment for GPR surveys of subsurface.
- Operated magnetometer for surveys of subsurface.
- Followed detailed directions from others.
- Worked in a team environment to maintain high levels of productivity.
Volunteer (Overseen by Dr Daryl Wesley)
Laboratory Work - Cataloguing Of Artefacts
09.2021 - 10.2021
- Identified and catalogued various artefacts e.g. ceramics, building materials, faunal remains, and other historical artefacts.
- Input data into excel spreadsheets
- Adhered to laboratory safety measures and etiquette.
- Used strong interpersonal communication skills to convey information to others.
Volunteer (Overseen by Dr Daryl Wesley)
Excavation & Surface Collection
09.2021 - 09.2021
- Participated in archaeological excavations of historic materials.
- Recording and collection of surface artefacts through pedestrian surveys.
Education
Master of Archaeology And Heritage Management -
Flinders University
Adelaide, SA01.2024
Bachelor of Archaeology -
Flinders University
Adelaide, SA08.2022
Skills
- Archaeological Excavation and Recording Methods
- Lithic Analysis
- Zooarchaeological Analysis
- RTK and Total Station
- Computer Skills (MS Office, MS Excel)
- Working in Group and Independent Settings
- Strong Academic Writing
- Research Skills
Relevant Courses
- Archaeological Field Methods (ARCH8801 - Dr. Mike Morley) - High Distinction
- The Archaeology of Australian Stone Artefacts (ARCH8405 - Dr. Alice Gorman) - High Distinction
- Introduction to Cultural Heritage Management (ARCH8018 - Dr. Alice Gorman) - High Distinction
- Heritage Management Planning (ARCH8019 - Dr Alice Gorman) - High Distinction
- Introduction to Professional Archaeology (ARCH8021 - Dr Daryl Wesley) - High Distinction
Professional Profiles
- LinkedIn - linkedin.com/in/brandon-r-17bb2611b/
Professional Memberships
- Australian Archaeology Association - 2022 to Current
Referees
- Dr Martin Polkinghorne
Associate Professor, Flinders University
T: 0417 847 907
E: martin.polkinghorne@flinders.edu.au
- Dr Daryl Wesley
Senior Lecturer, Flinders University
T: 0409 454 767
E: daryl.wesley@flinders.edu.au
- Jenna Walsh
Casual Academic, Flinders University
T: 0407 614 153
E: jenna.walsh@flinders.edu.au
Timeline
Volunteer (Overseen by Dr Martin Polkinghorne)
Archaeological Excavation
01.2023 - 02.2023
Volunteer (Overseen by Dr Daryl Wesley)
Laboratory Work - Cataloguing Of Artefacts
08.2022 - Current
Volunteer (Overseen by PhD Candidate Jenna Walsh)
Archaeological Survey Of Adelaide Gaol
11.2021 - 11.2021
Volunteer (Overseen by Dr Daryl Wesley)
Laboratory Work - Cataloguing Of Artefacts
09.2021 - 10.2021
Volunteer (Overseen by Dr Daryl Wesley)
Excavation & Surface Collection
09.2021 - 09.2021
Master of Archaeology And Heritage Management -
Flinders University
Bachelor of Archaeology -
Flinders University
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