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I am Persefoni Lesgidi, a multidisciplinary photographer and archaeologist with an MSc in Maritime Archaeology and Cultural Informatics. I split my time between photography, education and fieldwork, capturing images of underwater and archaeological finds, and sharing knowledge through tutoring and outreach.
My work spans freelance photography, museum projects, and remote roles in education and digital storytelling. I am passionate about using photography and design to communicate cultural heritage and science to diverse audiences.
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Language
Greek, Modern
Fluent
English
Fluent
French
Advanced
Spanish; Castilian
Beginner
Work Experience
Freelance Photographer at Self-employed
September 1, 2013 - PresentFreelance photographer offering photography services; portraits, events, and studio work.
Tutor of the English language at Self-employed
September 1, 2013 - Present1:1 and group English language tutoring; lesson planning with interactive exercises, games, and role-plays.
Logistics Officer at Ministry of Civil Protection, Athens Greece
February 1, 2022 - September 30, 2023Logistics coordination during emergencies; support for civil protection operations.
Photographer at Theano Zachakou Photography Studio
May 1, 2023 - August 31, 2023Photographer providing studio and location photography services in Athens.
COVID-19 Tracker at Ministry of Civil Protection, Athens Greece
February 1, 2021 - August 31, 2022Tracking COVID-19 data and contributing to public health response.
Twitter Manager at WoMAST (remote)
October 1, 2020 - December 31, 2021Creating content about women in marine science, archaeology, technology; engaging WoMAST audience.
Tutor of the English language (remote) at Abridge Academy, UK
March 1, 2020 - August 31, 2021Online English tutoring with customized lesson plans; 1:1 sessions.
Animation Team at Foundation of the Hellenic World, Hellenic Cosmos
February 1, 2020 - July 31, 2020Guiding the public through exhibitions; demonstrating robots' capabilities.
Visitor Services Assistant at Pitt Rivers Museum, Oxford
May 28, 2019 - August 31, 2019Promoting educational programs; assisting public with museum exploration.
Warden at St Edward’s School, Oxford
July 1, 2019 - August 31, 2019Evening supervision and entertainment of students aged 15-18; safety responsibilities.
Teaching Assistant at Cherwell School, Oxford
March 1, 2019 - July 31, 2019Supported students during lessons; assisted with English and addressed needs (hearing problems, trauma, disabilities).
Graduate Trainee at Oxford Archaeology
October 8, 2018 - December 31, 2018Excavation techniques, archaeological photography, safety and environment; in situ plans.
Photographer at Fotorama
October 1, 2016 - August 31, 2017Photographed social occasions; high-quality photography work in Athens.
Administrative Assistant at "The Future" Tutoring School
September 1, 2013 - September 30, 2016Administrative support; tutoring in Greek and English languages.
Tutor (Greek and English) at "The Future" Tutoring School
September 1, 2013 - September 30, 2016Tutored Greek and English; supported students with varied needs.
Professional Placement at Nautical Archaeology Society (NAS)
January 1, 2018 - September 30, 2018Assistance in education planning and conducting courses; photogrammetric recording.
Volunteer & Youth Panel Member at Museum of Oxford
February 1, 2019 - August 31, 2019Organising events, workshops; helping set up photography exhibitions and object handling.
Volunteer - Welcome Desk at Ashmolean Museum & GLAM volunteers
April 1, 2019 - August 31, 2019Welcoming visitors; assisting with educational programmes and database use.
Educational Programs Assistant at Benaki Archaeological Museum of Kalamata
June 1, 2011 - August 31, 2011Carrying out educational programs; ceramics classification.
Freelance Photographer at Self-employed / photographybypersephone.com
September 1, 2013 - PresentSelf-employed photographer offering portrait, event, documentary and archaeological photography; collaborated with studios to deliver high-quality images for diverse clients.
Logistics Officer at Ministry of Civil Protection, Athens, Greece
February 1, 2022 - September 1, 2023Managed logistics for civil protection operations, coordinating resources, procurement, and field support during emergencies.
COVID-19 Tracker at Ministry of Civil Protection, Athens, Greece
February 1, 2021 - August 1, 2022Collected and tracked COVID-19 data, contributing to dashboards and reports for policy and response planning.
Warden and Entertainment Lead at St Edward’s School, Oxford
July 1, 2019 - July 31, 2019Supervised, entertained, and ensured safety of students aged 15-18 during evening activities.
Tutor of Greek & English at "The Future" Tutoring School
September 1, 2013 - September 30, 2016Tutored Greek and English to students in Ilion, Greece.
Underwater Archaeology Fieldworker at Aktotiri - Dreamer’s Bay
September 1, 2019 - September 30, 2019Underwater archaeological survey, recording finds and taking underwater photographs in Cyprus.
Underwater Archaeological Photographer at Maritime Archaeology Trust / Cadland Causeway
July 1, 2018 - July 31, 2018Underwater excavation photography of the wooden Roman structure at Cadland Causeway.
Field Recording of Archaeological Artefacts at Korseai - Institute of Historical and Archaeological Research
June 1, 2017 - June 30, 2017Recorded artefacts and prepared documentation for analysis (Ikaria, Greece).
University Excavation at Saracens Cave Akraifnion (University collaboration)
September 1, 2009 - October 31, 2009Excavation work and field documentation under Professor Sampson A. (Director).
Freelance Photographer at Self-employed (PhotographybyPersephone)
September 1, 2013 - PresentFreelance photographer focusing on portrait, event, and archaeological photography; manages client relations and project delivery.
Warden and Entertainment Coordinator at St Edward’s School, Oxford
July 1, 2019 - August 31, 2019Warden and entertainment of students aged 15-18; ensuring safety and engagement.
Administrative Assistant at The Future Tutoring School, Ilion
September 1, 2013 - September 30, 2016Administrative support and tutoring in Greek and English.
Tutor of Greek and English at The Future Tutoring School, Ilion
September 1, 2013 - September 30, 2016Tutoring in Greek and English; supporting language learners.
Intern (Professional Placement) at Nautical Archaeology Society (NAS)
January 1, 2018 - September 30, 2018Assistance in preparation and conduction of educational courses on intertidal sites and on land; research project using photogrammetric models.
Welcome Desk Volunteer at Ashmolean Museum & GLAM volunteers
April 1, 2019 - August 31, 2019Greeting visitors and assisting with educational programmes and museum databases.
Education Programs Assistant at Benaki Archaeological Museum of Kalamata
June 1, 2011 - July 31, 2011Carrying out educational programs and ceramics classification.
Freelance Photographer at photographybypersephone.com
September 1, 2013 - PresentSelf-employed photographer offering a range of services including archaeology, portraits, events, and underwater photography; builds client relationships and portfolios.
Twitter Manager at WoMAST (remote), Australia
October 1, 2020 - December 1, 2021Created content about women in marine science, archaeology, technology and other scientific issues to engage WoMAST’s audience.
Tutor of the English language (remote) at Abridge Academy
March 1, 2020 - August 1, 2021Remote English language tutoring with structured lesson plans and activities.
Warden at St Edward’s School,Oxford
July 1, 2019 - August 31, 2019Supervised and entertained students aged 15-18 in the evenings; ensured safety.
Tutor of Greek and English at "The Future" Tutoring School
September 1, 2013 - September 30, 2016Tutored Greek and English; supported language learners in Ilion, Greece.
Education
BA in Archaeology and Cultural Resources Management at University of the Peloponnese
January 1, 2007 - January 1, 2012MSc Maritime Archaeology at University of Southampton
September 1, 2017 - September 1, 2018MSc Cultural Informatics and Communication at University of the Aegean
September 1, 2020 - June 1, 2022Photography Degree at Vocational Training Institute, Agioi Anargyroi, Athens
September 1, 2020 - October 1, 2023Photography Degree at Vocational Training Institute, Agioi Anargyroi, Athens Greece
September 1, 2020 - October 1, 2023MSc, Cultural Informatics and Communication at University of the Aegean, Department of Cultural Technology and Communication
September 1, 2020 - June 1, 2022MSc Maritime Archaeology at University of Southampton, Faculty of Humanities
September 1, 2017 - September 1, 2018BA in Archaeology and Cultural Resources Management at University of the Peloponnese, Department of History, Archaeology and Cultural Resources Management
January 1, 2007 - January 1, 2012BA in Archaeology and Cultural Resources Management at University of the Peloponnese
September 1, 2007 - June 30, 2012MSc Maritime Archaeology at University of Southampton
September 1, 2017 - September 30, 2018MSc Cultural Informatics and Communication at University of the Aegean
September 1, 2020 - June 30, 2022Photography Degree at Vocational Training Institute
September 1, 2020 - June 30, 2022Photography Degree at Vocational Training Institute, Agioi Anargyroi, Athens, Greece
September 1, 2020 - October 1, 2023MSc, Cultural Informatics and Communication at Department of Cultural Technology and Communication, University of the Aegean
September 1, 2020 - June 1, 2022MSc Maritime Archaeology at Faculty of Humanities, University of Southampton
September 1, 2017 - September 1, 2018BA in Archaeology and Cultural Resources Management at University of the Peloponnese
January 1, 2007 - January 1, 2012Qualifications
Scuba Diving Extended Range Nitrox 40m
January 11, 2030 - January 30, 2026SSI Specialty Open Water Diver
January 11, 2030 - January 30, 2026Advanced Open Water Diver
January 11, 2030 - January 30, 2026First Aid and Rescue Diver
January 11, 2030 - January 30, 2026Dry Suit Certification
January 11, 2030 - January 30, 2026Nitrox Certification
January 11, 2030 - January 30, 2026Deep Diving Training
January 11, 2030 - January 30, 2026Speed-Boat Operator
January 11, 2030 - January 30, 2026Scuba Diving Extended Range Nitrox 40m
January 11, 2030 - January 30, 2026SSI Specialty Open Water Diver
January 11, 2030 - January 30, 2026Advanced Open Water Diver
January 11, 2030 - January 30, 2026First Aid and Rescue Diver
January 11, 2030 - January 30, 2026Dry Suit Certification
January 11, 2030 - January 30, 2026Nitrox Certification
January 11, 2030 - January 30, 2026Deep Diving Training
January 11, 2030 - January 30, 2026Speed-Boat Operator
January 11, 2030 - January 30, 2026Driving Licence
January 11, 2030 - January 30, 2026Environmental Health and Safety Card (CSCS) for Archaeologists, Oxford 2018
January 11, 2030 - January 30, 2026IT ECDL Certificate (Word-Excel -Internet)
January 11, 2030 - January 30, 2026CSCS Environmental Health and Safety Card for Archaeologists
January 1, 2018 - January 30, 2026IT ECDL Certificate (Word, Excel, Internet)
January 11, 2030 - January 30, 2026Driving Licence Category B
January 11, 2030 - January 30, 2026Speed-Boat Operator
January 11, 2030 - January 30, 2026First Aid and Rescue Diver (SSI)
January 11, 2030 - January 30, 2026Dry Suit Certification
January 11, 2030 - January 30, 2026Nitrox Certification
January 11, 2030 - January 30, 2026Extended Range Nitrox 40m (SSI)
January 11, 2030 - January 30, 2026Deep Diving Training
January 11, 2030 - January 30, 2026Scuba Diving Extended Range Nitrox 40m
January 11, 2030 - January 30, 2026SSI Specialty Open Water Diver
January 11, 2030 - January 30, 2026Advanced Open Water Diver
January 11, 2030 - January 30, 2026First Aid and Rescue Diver
January 11, 2030 - January 30, 2026Dry Suit Certification
January 11, 2030 - January 30, 2026Nitrox Certification
January 11, 2030 - January 30, 2026Deep Diving Training
January 11, 2030 - January 30, 2026Speed-Boat Operator (up to 20m)
January 11, 2030 - January 30, 2026Driving Licence Category B
January 11, 2030 - January 30, 2026Environmental Health and Safety Card (CSCS)
January 11, 2030 - January 30, 2026Environmental Health and Safety Card for Archaeologists
January 11, 2030 - January 30, 2026IT ECDL Certificate (Word - Excel - Internet)
January 11, 2030 - January 30, 2026Industry Experience
Media & Entertainment, Education, Professional Services, Non-Profit Organization, Government, Travel & Hospitality
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