Debbie Shields Email & Phone Number

Global

Delivering Performing Arts classes to children aged 3 to 18 years both online and face-to-face.Developing dynamic partnerships with freelance tutors, schools and arts organisations.Creating a bold online presence across social media platforms.Successfully retaining and increasing student enrollment.Delivery of Lamda Examinations with outstanding results.

Saudi Arabia

• Worked with the Program Director to coordinate a team of 8 instructors, 2 assistants and 8 local associate instructors to effectively deliver all programs•Worked with the Program Director to liaise with local partners in the KSA to ensure that all logistics were satisfactorily in place for the team and for the successful delivery of the program • Worked with the Program Director and STA faculty to coordinate and successfully deliver presentations, performances and examinations featured on the programs• Devised, coordinated and delivered a comprehensive practical-based teacher training program for local associate instructors to develop their teaching skills in collaboration with Spearsinstructors• Ensured all policies required for the team were fit for purpose and up-to-date• Supported the Spears Theatre Arts leadership team in fostering respect and sensitivity towards cultural differences while working in KSA• Worked with the Program Director to maintain the health, safety and wellbeing of the team• Worked to manage relationships with local schools and other organizations and coordinated the delivery of additional STA programs in the KSA.

London, England, United Kingdom

United Arab Emirates

Ownership over portfolio of Key Account clients and responsibility for their satisfaction and success with OUP products.Onboarding and engaging clients to increase adoption & retention.Ensuring timely progression through the client lifecycle up to and including all processes and negotiations surrounding resource renewal.Increasing client lifetime value through proactive strategic engagement with key stakeholders to identify and pursue upselling opportunities.Identifying clients top priorities and researching need in order to match to OUP product.Liaising with other OUP markets worldwide to share product feedback in order to enhance customer satisfaction and improve client offerings.Confidently utilizing all of OUP’s market intelligence data sources to answer client question and provide deeper perspective on the overall Educational Publishing market.Establishing professional and effective working relationships with clients to understand their needs and deliver required service.Managing queries and multiple daily tasks that need to be resolved, ensuring overall smooth running of department.Responding promptly and effectively to changing circumstances, planning for contingencies and conflicting priorities.Developing expertise and knowledge for consistent delivery of outstanding quality services.

United Arab Emirates

Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates

Leading the delivery of Creative Arts curriculum within specialised Academies.Facilitating cross-artistic workshops across the country designed to attract new students.Conducting analysis and data collation to create a training programme for local teachersEstablishing strong professional relationships with schools, colleges and other educational establishments and artists across the UAE.Processing recruitment procedures to secure talented students with placements in Creative Arts Academies across UAE.Delivering training face to face and virtually to support teachers in their professional developmentUsing excellent time-management skills to maximise task completion and reduce errors. Working flexibly to accommodate the changing needs of the business, working long hours and taking on additional responsibilities. Working alongside teams ensuring compliance with the health and safety regulations, whilst using leadership, communication and problem solving skills.Supporting the organisation in several ways, such as internal and external communications and much more.

United Arab Emirates

Acting Coach as part of the Children's Academy.

North East England

Production Company dedicated to creating innovative live performance.Managing the daily operations of the business to produce small to large scale theatrical productions projects and events.Developing the talent of young performers and technical cast members.Sourcing and securing venues, artists, designers, costume makers and technical staff.Managing all promotional activities and social media strategies.Organising operational and production schedules.

Hartlepool, Hartlepool, United Kingdom

Creating and delivering dynamic Performing Arts curriculum KS3 KS4 KS5.Managing and scheduling a fully inclusive extracurricular timetable.Collaborating with colleagues in various departments to deliver cross curricular experiences.Mentoring Year 12 and 13 form group.Producing and directing 6 large scale musicals including Les Miserables, Beauty and the Beast and Jesus Christ Superstar.Managing practical examinations and the accompanying administration.Implementing and supporting effective working practices and systems as required to continuously improve work scope delivery. Using excellent communication skills at all levels while remaining dedicated to ensuring understanding of company requirements and procedures.

United Kingdom

Responsible for examination of GCSE Unit 3 Live Performance across multiple centres.

Barnard Castle, England, United Kingdom

Delivering the Drama curriculum to 682 pupils aged between 11 to 18.Observing and assessing students’ performance.Maintaining current and accurate records of student progress, communicating students progression and results to SLT and parents.Providing pastoral care and support.

Pgce Fe, Further Education

Qts, Drama/Theatre Arts And Stagecraft

Ba Hons, Drama And Dramatics/Theatre Arts, General, 2:1