Sarah Marshall
Franklin
Summary
Adaptable animal care professional with a strong focus on enhancing animal welfare and public education. Experience in developing enrichment programs and collaborating effectively with teams to achieve conservation goals.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Zookeeper
Franklin Park Zoo
Boston, MA
02.2024 - Current
- Monitored animal health and behavior to ensure optimal care and well-being.
- Collaborated with veterinary staff during medical examinations and treatments for animals.
- Developed strong bonds with individual animals through positive reinforcement training techniques, promoting trust and cooperation.
- Improved animal welfare by implementing enrichment programs and providing specialized diets for various species.
- Promoted a positive work environment by effectively communicating with team members, participating in staff meetings, and working collaboratively to achieve department goals.
- Assisted with the development of new exhibits or renovations by providing input on species-specific requirements and optimal exhibit design features.
- Actively participated in professional development opportunities such as workshops or conferences to stay current on best practices in animal care within the zoological community.
Social Media Manager
B Bryan Preserve
Point Arena, CA
01.2022 - 03.2024
- Taught in-house employees strategies for successful internal and external communications.
- Wrote engaging and successful press releases to control information and public opinion.
- Oversaw social media presence and aligned posts to include branding and trending ideas.
- Implemented content calendar to ensure timely and organized posting across all channels.
- Successfully built a loyal following by consistently sharing valuable content that resonated with the target audience.
Animal Caretaker
B Bryan Preserve
Point Arena, CA
01.2022 - 01.2024
- Monitored animal health, identifying and reporting signs of illness or distress.
- Led educational tours, sharing knowledge about conservation efforts with visitors and community groups.
- Assisted in developing enrichment activities that promoted natural behaviors.
- Improved animal health by administering medications, vaccinations, and treatments as prescribed by veterinarians.
- Monitored animal health to quickly recognize signs of illness and injury, seeking necessary medical attention.
- Assisted with the capture and restraint of various animal species during medical examinations or treatment sessions as needed.
- Organized fundraising events, raising resources for medical needs.
- Responded to emergency situations, providing immediate care and stabilizing animals until veterinary assistance could be obtained.
Zookeeper Intern
Southwicks Zoo
Mendon, MA
05.2021 - 08.2021
- Assisted in daily animal care, ensuring health and well-being of diverse species.
- Monitored animal behavior and reported observations to senior staff for assessments.
- Maintained cleanliness of habitats, adhering to safety and sanitation protocols.
- Supported educational programs by engaging with visitors and sharing knowledge about wildlife conservation.
- Developed strong relationships with zoo staff through active communication channels and teamwork-based initiatives, enhancing overall workplace morale and productivity.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Animal Behavior
University of New England
Biddeford, ME05-2020
Skills
- Adaptability
- Time management abilities
- Record keeping
- Organizational skills
- Public education
- Animal training
Certification
- Giraffe Care Workshop Training - [Cheyenne Mountain Zoo]
- Grinder Training- [Zoo Hoofstock Trim Program]
Timeline
Zookeeper
Franklin Park Zoo
02.2024 - Current
Social Media Manager
B Bryan Preserve
01.2022 - 03.2024
Animal Caretaker
B Bryan Preserve
01.2022 - 01.2024
Zookeeper Intern
Southwicks Zoo
05.2021 - 08.2021
Bachelor of Science - Animal Behavior
University of New England