William Peterson

Experience

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  Minnesota Department of Natural Resources

  Mar 2001 - May 2009

  Emergency Wildland Firefighter, Firefighter II

  • Observe and extinguish fires using standard Minnesota DNR protocol• Act as lead worker for a five-person squad as Squad Boss trainee; report to Crew Boss• Apply training and judgement to ensure safety of squad members and surrounding crew• Federally certified chainsaw operator• Understand and work within Federal and OSHA guidelines around Aircraft, vehicles and hazardous materials

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  Self Employed

  Sept 2001 - Feb 2007

  Private Strings Instructor

  • Instruct string students (grades 1-8) in basic and intermediate string methods and technique: violin, viola, and cello• Create lesson plan which complements orchestral repertoire • Previous strings teaching experience from 1998-2001

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  The 106 Group

  Mar 2006 - Nov 2006

  Archaeological Field Technician

  • Apply advanced archaeological method and theory in artifact recovery• Analyze and record local conditions and archaeological potential• Perform work in adverse conditions and remote locations • Work diplomatically with various cultural groups, business groups and landowners

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  Ramsey County Historical Society

  Nov 2006 - Sept 2010

  • Managed research requests and operations of the Research Center, collaborating with other institutions on sensitive projects.• Prepared written statements for patrons, professionals, and city staff, focusing on architectural projects for planning and restoration purposes.• Utilized CAD programs to create updatable 3D digital models of RCHS facilities and exhibit display furniture. • Present interpretive material relating to MN history to elementary and high school students• Present historic material to all ages in a period-accurate museum setting• Research, design and implement new interpretive material and methods

  • Research Manager, Curatorial Associate

    May 2008 - Sept 2010

  • Historic Site Educator - Gibbs Museum of Pioneer and Dakota Life

    Nov 2006 - Aug 2008
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  Minnesota Historical Society

  Aug 2007 - Jul 2016

  • Created and recorded microfilm metadata, ensuring accurate data for organization and retrieval.• Provided quality control by importing and editing XML data, enhancing data accuracy and completeness.• Researched and wrote technical title essays for individual newspaper titles, showcasing expertise in historical research and technical writing skills.• Shipped and tracked sensitive objects to Library of Congress and vendors, demonstrating strong attention to detail and organization skills. Show less

  • Museum Collections Assistant

    Jan 2014 - Jul 2016

  • Design Advisor/Educator - Iraqi Teen Advisory Council

    Jun 2013 - Jan 2014

  • Design Advisor/Educator - Teen Advisory Council

    Jun 2011 - Jan 2014

  • Design Consultant - Retrorama

    Jan 2011 - Jan 2014

  • Program Assistant: Library of Congress National Digital Newspaper Program

    Jan 2009 - Jan 2014

  • Assistant Exhibit Designer

    Jan 2011 - Jun 2013

  • Reference Assistant III

    Jan 2007 - Jan 2011

  • Newspaper Archives Assistant

    Aug 2007 - May 2008
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  SPark - Sentient Park, Minneapolis Creative City Challenge

  Oct 2013 - Mar 2014

  Project Lead, Concept Devoloper

  • Led a 4-person group to create proposal and presentation for a three-acre public art installation in Minneapolis• Utilized Sketchup and CAD programs to develop working drawings and artistic renderings• Managed budget and communicated with contractors and stakeholders for successful project completion

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  Exhibits Development Group

  Oct 2015 - Jan 2016

  Exhibit Registrar/Installation - The Treasures of Napoleon

  • Acted as project registrar for The Treasures of Napoleon exhibit, assessing and documenting condition of objects upon arrival.• Made suggestions for conservation, restoration, or preservation of delicate and valuable objects.• Collaborated with installers to ensure safe transportation, installation, and display environment.

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  Great North Beard Craft

  Nov 2015 - Jan 2018

  Owner and Operator

  • Managed creative marketing and product development process for Great North Beard Craft in St Paul, Minnesota.• Procured production supplies and managed vendor production and communication.• Created and administrated web content and handled E-commerce management.

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  Kourtney Donohue - Lead Archaeologist

  Sept 2016 - May 2017

  Independent Contract Archaeologist

  • Analyzed local conditions and archaeological potential to create and catalog interpretive documentation• Collaborated with cultural groups, businesses, and landowners diplomatically• Utilized research resources like museums, libraries, and historical societies for site evaluation

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  Leiden Company

  May 2019 - Oct 2019

  Project Manager

  • Communicated with incoming clients to assess needs and managed needs of existing clients to exceed expectations.• Collaborated with designers and fabricators to ensure design continuity and worked with international vendors on custom product design.• Created, tracked, managed, and reported material orders, timelines, and delivery schedules.

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  RGI Creative

  Oct 2019 - Apr 2022

  Creative Project Manager

  • Managed budgets, timelines, and scope for creative projects at RGI Creative.• Collaborated with clients, vendors, and designers to exceed project expectations.• Communicated financial data with various clients and agencies for successful project outcomes.

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  APG Engineered Solutions

  Apr 2022 - Aug 2024

  Preconstruction Project Manager

  • Managed design and construction schedules using industry best practices and software.• Built strong client relationships by tracking project scope and anticipating future needs.• Communicated effectively with Clients, Vendors, Contractors, and other stakeholders.• Researched materials, brands, and vendors to create internal estimates for budgeting.