Danielle Ruff Email & Phone Number

New York, Ny, Us

New York, Ny, Us

New York, New York, United States

New York, New York, United States

New York, New York, United States

Clients have included - WalkUpArt's Baby Jessica's Well-Made Play, Cisco & Co Productions, Joe's Amazing Lights

Greater New York City Area

Primary press contact for Aladdin & The Lion King on Broadway. Assist on Frozen and the 25th anniversary of Disney Theatricals as needed.• Responsible for the day-to-day management and execution of publicity and outreach endeavors for the Aladdin and The Lion King Broadway productions.• Schedule and confirm interviews, events and appearances with show creatives, cast and crew members and coordinate all corresponding details (memos, backstage postings, travel, transportation, hair & make-up, wardrobe, music, payments, etc.)• Conduct media training with cast and crew members, providing essential talking points to properly prepare them for interviews and to consummately represent their respective productions.• Work with Disney Theatrical’s social media team to proactively provide content to Aladdin and The Lion King’s social media platforms, including Instagram Takeovers and Facebook Live videos.• Write, edit, approve and distribute publicity materials (including press releases, media advisories, press kits, bios, fact sheets, etc.).• Supervise capture and editing of photography and re-shooting as necessary.• Manage the editing and approval of each show’s Playbill.

New York, New York

Part of a six person press team that managed all communications for The Public. Key job responsibilities include pitch and secure stories; send out media alerts and facilitate interviews; draft press releases and interview memos; invite, ticket, and manage relationships with all press contacts; respond to media inquires; liaise with celebrities and their teams for 40+ opening/press nights and media events or interviews; update the Press Room webpage; maintain Public Theater archives; facilitate production photo calls and archival filming; supervise the creation of Playbills. Serve as the lead press contact for the Under the Radar Festival, Mobile Unit, Public Forum, Public Shakespeare Initiative, Emerging Writers Group, Public Studio, and as assigned mainstage shows. Notable Productions: Eclipsed, Sweat, Public Works National, Latin History for Morons, Julius Caesar, Girl from the North Country.

New York, New York

Assist Account Team in management of all aspects of client accounts to ensure that goals are being met on- time and on-budget. Responsibilities included production billing, managing and actualizing client budgets, internal communication and trafficking, and meeting planning and preparation. Notable Clients: The Lion King, Aladdin, An Act of God – Broadway, An Act of God – LA, An Act of God – SF.

Edinburgh, United Kingdom

-Team member of the largest press office at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival-Provided press assistance for over 270 shows- Organized, processed, and distributed all press ticket requests -Answered all general inquiries from journalists and publicists-Assisted in archiving press coverage. -Assisted with Press Launch. -Liased with PR representatives, members of the media, and performers.-Served as the Press Office Representative for the Fosters Edinburgh Comedy Awards

Boston, Ma

-Assisted patrons with making the best ticketing decision for their desired experience, seating preference, and budget.-Distributed Will-Call-Assisted in the resolution of any ticketing issues-Answered all general inquiries presented about the show, company, or site.

Boston, Ma

-Assisted in PR campaigns of numerous clients: Actors Shakespeare Project, American Classics, BabsonArts, Boston Landmarks Orchestra, Commonwealth Shakespeare, Moonbox Productions and the Elliot Norton Awards-Wrote & Edited Press Releases-Submitted online Web Submissions-Researched new media outlets-Assisted in the Creation of Press Kits -Assisted with Press Nights-Created & Kept client press calendar up-to-date-Assisted with content creation for Elliot Norton Awards Social Media Platforms-Distributed flyers-Attended client meetings

Boston, Ma

- Lead, trained, and managed Front of House staff to create the ultimate experience for patrons- Served as the point of contact for the Box Office, Security staff, and production staff- Supported patrons with accessibility needs including operating an ADA lift- Guaranteed that all fire-codes were adhered too and the building was safe for patrons-Maintained the cleanliness of the building including bathrooms, theater, and lobbies.- Resolved customer service issues. -Submitted a house report for each show.

Boston, Ma

- Kept the Programming Calendar Up-to-date-Provided support for on-site events-Researched possible programming for upcoming seasons-Attended programming meetings and took clear and concise notes-Assisted with Travel Arrangements for VIP Artists-Created Daily Itineraries for Events-Logged all events in a spreadsheet with their educational value

Boston, Ma

-Tracked and organized all incoming press clippings for Producers and for internal archives. -Assisted with the creation and distribution of press mailings, press kits, b-roll and photos. -Proofread press releases. -Created online content and analyzed growth for Social Media Accounts.-Assisted with press nights and press night parties.-Assisted with press campaigns for Million Dollar Quartet, I Love Lucy, A Christmas Story, We Will Rock You, Once, and the 175th Anniversary of the Charles Playhouse.

Boston, Ma

-Distributed flyers at high-traffice areas for upcoming performances-Distributed posters and flyers to businesses located in Boston and the surrounding suburbs-Assisted with all large in-office subscription mailings-Managed the day-of-show ticket lottery for popular shows (Wicked & The Book of Mormon)-Represented Broadway In Boston at Community Events

Boston, Ma

- Assisted with administrative tasks including phone coverage, maintaining kitchen & office supplies, tracking expenses, filing invoices, and distributing collateral with mailings- Created house seat tracking books and ADA playbills.- Processed mailings and donation requests-Assisted in the allocation of opening night and trade tickets-Attended department and company meetings and took clear and concise notes-Assisted upper-level management by keeping their calendars organized and up-to-date-Organized Settlement binders-Provided support at the Tuck Everlasting Launch Event & Season Announcement Event-Serve as the BIB Subscriber Concierge during performances, helped to resolve customer service and ticketing issues for subscribers and members, engaged with patrons to promote upcoming shows and subscription packages.

Boston, Ma

Spring 2013 - "The Crucible" Directed by: Judith Epstein-FisherSummer 2012 - "Without You" Directed by: Steve Maler Starring: Anthony RappFall 2012- "The Secret of Mr. Montgomery"

Boston, Ma

Fall 2010 - "Forever Briefly"Spring 2011 - "Car Talk - The Musical!"Spring 2012 - "Anything Goes"

Boston, Ma

-Welcomed & greeted patrons-Directed patrons to their seats-Assisted with late-seating-Ensured safety for performers-Stopped all photography

Boston, Ma

-Welcomed patrons and provided a 360 experience -1309 seat theatre-Sold merchandise and food and beverage-Dealt with any ticketing issues -Assisted with late-seating

Study Abroad

B.A, Theatre Arts Administration W/ Public Relations Minor, Cum Laude With Theatre Honors

Thesis - The Patron Cycle at The Modern Theatre; focus on Public Relations, Marketing, and Front of House experience