Thanos Matanis

Creative archaeologist with international experience from Australia, expertise in historical research and communication. I create heritage experiences through relatable and engaging story telling.

Archaeology Expert guide at Happy Belly Tours

Guided archaeology tours of Athens with expert knowledge of ancient sites

• Assisted with group tours of Athens
• Implemented archaeological expertise of Athens' ancient sites

Tour guide / writer for FIFA World Cup at National Museum of Qatar

Created interpretive content and guided tours for FIFA World Cup visitors

• Authored multiple site signages at archaeological sites of Qatar
• Edited established signages for better narrative and immersive experience

Editor / guide at Clio Muse Tours

Edited audio tour content and provided guided tours

• Edited audio tour scripts to optimise narration and immersion
• Fact checked historical information on audio tours

Guide at Hellenic Museum

Provided museum tours and created visual content

• Ran guided tours of the museum's collections
• Welcomed visitors to museum
• Designed static graphics through Photoshop/Illustrator

Master of Arts in Historical Studies – University of Melbourne