Jacob Katz

Hard-working and committed employee with significant knowledge in the areas of history, military technology and equipment.

Experience with PastPerfect 4.0, audio and radio editing, Adobe Premiere, Final Cut Pro and Photoshop. Studied museum security, conservation, curation, management, archiving, etc.

Docent at Nauticus Maritime Center Featuring the Battleship Wisconsin (2014-01 – Present)

• Present historical and technical data to guests
• Create daily schedule and assist with opening and closing of the ship
• Lead tours of guests throughout the ship
• Develop new guest experiences (ex. ship tours)
• Help oversee training of new volunteers and staff

Assistant Manager at Military Museum of Southern New England (2012-06 – 2012-08)

• Staffed front desk (admission fees, gift shop, museum orientation)
• Led tours
• Edited museum exhibit guides
• Helped open and close museum

Volunteer/intern at Battleship Cove (2011-05 – 2011-08)

• Ensured accurate signage and explanations aboard the ships
• Archived the blueprints to the battleship
• Corrected explanations/captions in model exhibits

Graduate Certificate in Museum Studies – Northern States Conservation Center (2026)

Bachelor of Science in Communications, focus on Production Performance Technology – Mitchell College (2013-05)