Heritage careers advice
Industry Insights in Heritage
Careers in archaeology
Find out about careers in archaeology
Working in a stately home
The challenges of working in a heritage venue
Volunteering in a library
Supporting library staff and users
A career in archives
Emily Ward works at the National Archives, Kew.
Starting out as an archivist
How one archivist has started a career in heritage
Creative People in Heritage
Mike Benson, museum director
"Working in heritage is like flying a space ship"
Daniel Barker, patrons officer
"You need to be able to hear people's concerns"
Molly Brookfield, exhibitions
"It’s a pleasure handling older historical objects."
Catherine Haines, head of HR
"I work at finding roles across departments"
Sean Halliman, gallery attendant
"I shook Camilla's hand and gave her a present"
Job profiles in Heritage
Wood worker
Designing and making objects in wood
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Security/Invigilator
Keeping sites and valuables safe
Historian
Studying the past
Conservation worker
Improve the condition of historical places
Events staff
Oversee the running of a venue or function
