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Marissa Reid

@marissareid

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I support accessible academic library services, resource organisation, and student learning.

United Kingdom

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What I'm looking for

I'm looking for an opportunity in libraries or information services where I can support accessible learning, help people find resources, develop my cataloguing and library-systems knowledge, and contribute to an organised, welcoming team.

I'm currently supporting students and library staff at the University of Aberdeen Library while studying MSc Information and Library Studies at Robert Gordon University.

Through my placement and volunteering, I've worked across archives, collections and student services, using ALMA, Primo and Sandlot. I help students locate resources, address referencing queries and access suitable learning materials.

I've also maintained the Teaching Resource Collection, catalogued resources, improved guidance materials and supported digital communications. My customer-facing roles have strengthened my communication, organisation and ability to create welcoming, accessible environments.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

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Library Placement Student / Volunteer

Current

University of Aberdeen Library

Sep 2025 - Present (1 year)

Developed understanding of academic library operations through working alongside librarians across multiple departments, including archives, collections and student services. Supported students with library enquiries and contributed to library projects.

ALMA Primo Sandlot Cataloguing Classification Student Support Communication Skills Attention To Detail

Food and Beverage Assistant

Green Pastures Café

Jan 2021 - Dec 2021 (11 months)

Delivered excellent customer service while working efficiently within a busy café environment. Managed competing priorities during busy periods while maintaining accuracy and professionalism.

Customer Service Communication Skills Teamwork Time Management

Christmas Elf

Charlie House Christmas Experience

Dec 2020 - Dec 2020 (0 months)

Supported event delivery by welcoming visitors, assisting with purchases and working collaboratively within a team. Developed confidence communicating with people of all ages in a busy public-facing environment.

Customer Service Communication Skills Teamwork

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

Robert Gordon University

MSc, Information and Library Studies

2025 -

Currently pursuing an MSc in Information and Library Studies, with an expected completion in 2026.

University of Aberdeen

MA (Hons), English with Creative Writing

2021 - 2025

Completed an MA (Hons) in English with Creative Writing.

Robert Gordon's College

Advanced Highers, General Education

2007 - 2021

Completed Advanced Highers in English and Music, Highers in Latin, English, Classical Studies, Music, Photography, and Geography, and National 5s in eight subjects including English, Maths, French, and Sciences.