Resume
Conservation
Experience
August 2023 - present
Associate Objects Conservator | 2024 -present
Objects Conservator, freelance | 2024
Collections Fellow, Objects | 2023 - 2024
National Park Service: Historic Architecture, Conservation, and Engineering Center
Lowell, Massachusetts
Perform conservation treatments including technical analysis, testing, and treatment necessary to conserve items of historic and artistic value. Examine artifacts to determine the nature and cause of deterioration, conduct testing where necessary, and select appropriate conservation techniques for treatment. Develop treatments in consultation with curators and senior conservators regarding final appearance and intended use of the object; provide written documentation through examination, treatment proposal, and final treatment phases; provide complete before and after treatment photographic documentation.
Projects
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Mass desalination & mold remediation of ceramic sherds
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Treatment of gilded picture frames
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Conservation of 18th century ferrous and cupric alloy artifacts
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Cleaning and waxing of bronze outdoor sculptures
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Polishing and coating of silver objects
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Survey and selected treatment of objects for exhibition
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Conservation of basketry
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Treatment of 19th-century maritime and domestic objects
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Cleaning and glass repair of gilded bronze light fixtures
July 2022 - September 2022
Volunteer Conservator
Technical Museum of East Iceland
Seyðisfjörður, Iceland
Aided in recovery activities for a museum affected by a landslide in 2020. Responsibilities included the condition assessment, cleaning, and repackaging of high-priority objects. With two other students, wrote a treatment proposal for a badly damaged diving suit.
2019 - 2023
Volunteer
University of Lincoln Special Collections
Lincoln, United Kingdom
Contributed to the digitization & cleaning of a collection of 10,000+ historic postcards from Lincolnshire.
Presentations
2025
Beeman, Karina, and Rees, Jamie. “The Wayside: Home of Authors in Concord, MA—Introduction to Conservation and Preservation Efforts for Framed Photographs on Display.” 53rd AIC Annual Meeting, Minneapolis, MN.
2023
Dixon, Amy and Rees, Jamie. "Examination and treatment of two 15th century wooden roof angels of the Church of St. Edith, Grimoldby, Lincolnshire". Conservation for the Next Generation
Student Conference. Available online.
Professional Affiliations
Member
American Institute for Conservation
Member
New England Conservation Association
Work
Experience
2020 - 2021
Research Assistant
University of Lincoln | Lincoln Agri-Robotics
Lincoln, United Kingdom
Provided support for a citizen science project. Developed a website and wrote terms & conditions to govern public contributions to the project. Created promotional material and provided ongoing support for participant recruitment and engagement. Annotated the received data in preparation for its use in research projects.
2009 - 2019
Business Manager | 2015-2019
Program Coordinator | 2012-2015
Instructor | 2009-2012
Wicked Cool for Kids
Stoneham, Massachusetts, United States
Oversaw the operation of a small business providing STEAM (science, technology, engineering, art, and math) programs to children ages 6-11. Collaborated with clients to design programs specific to the needs of their communities and curricula. Developed standard operating procedures (SOP) for company functions, designed digital & print marketing material including brochures, websites, and social media posts, and created customized reports to evaluate the success of program lineup and recommend marketing & sales targets. Recruited, trained, and onboarded new employees according to local regulations. Maintained financial records, ran payroll, and reduced A/R to an average of 30 days.
2014 - 2017
Assistant Coach
Lincoln FC | Girls U-11
Lincoln, Massachusetts, United States
Developed the technical & tactical skills of players ages 10-14 by incorporating age-appropriate methods and implementing best practices relative to the developmental age of players.
2007 - 2011
Scenic Paint Charge | 2009 - 2011
Scenic Artist | 2007-2009
Backstage Crew | 2007-2011
Reagle Music Theatre of Greater Boston
Waltham, Massachusetts, United States
Directed all surface treatment of scenic elements including paint, texture, sculpting, and protective treatments. Coordinated with the Scenic Designer, Technical Director, and Head Carpenter to define, engineer, and complete scenic artistry. Supervised a crew of 1-4 painters and interns and maintained safety, order, and cleanliness of paint area and equipment.
2007 - 2008
Technical Director
Town of Lexington | Lexington High School
Lexington, Massachusetts, United States
Oversaw the technical theater program including the design, construction, and implementation of lighting, sound, and scenic concepts. Supervised and taught 10-20 students aged 14-17 all aspects of technical theater and managed the safety of theatrical systems and shop equipment. Coordinated with external organizations for events held in the auditorium and theater space.
Education
2023
MA Conservation of Cultural Heritage University of Lincoln
Lincoln, United Kingdom
Dissertation: Examining the capabilities and suitability of sonic tomography as a diagnostic tool for assessing non-structural wooden objects in cultural heritage conservation.
2020
Graduate Diploma Conservation Studies University of Lincoln
Lincoln, United Kingdom
Distinction.
School prize for academic achievement.
2008 - 2016
BA Theatre Arts
Salem State University
Salem, Massachusetts, United States
Technical Theatre concentration
Minor in English.
Magna cum laude.
Skills
& Expertise
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Digital photography
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Color matching & aesthetic integration
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Manual dexterity
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Software: Google Drive suite, Microsoft Office, Quickbooks, Wix, Agisoft Metashape, RTI Builder & Viewer, Omeka, Labelbox
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Stage painting & trompe l'oeil
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Small business logistics, strategic planning, & problem solving
Interests
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History & investigative podcasts
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Amateur boxing
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Novels & science fiction
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World languages
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Sustainability
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Quilting, embroidery, and other textile crafts
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Women's soccer
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Baking bread