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New York, United States

New York, United States

• Spearheaded innovative, multi-channel campaign ideation to drive engagement through humor, creativity, and emotion.• Contributed to high-performing social media campaigns with copy, video editing, and art direction, resulting in thousands of engagements.

New York, New York, United States

- Conceptualized Surpresa, a groundbreaking ad agency specializing in emotional, story-driven advertising for mission-driven and non-profit clients in NYC, filling a crucial gap in the market.- Rallied a team of award-winning collaborators from top agencies in the city, leveraging their expertise to create campaigns with strategic impact across social media platforms that resonate with target audiences.- Researched and pitched clients with operating budgets up to $55MM, securing… Show more - Conceptualized Surpresa, a groundbreaking ad agency specializing in emotional, story-driven advertising for mission-driven and non-profit clients in NYC, filling a crucial gap in the market.- Rallied a team of award-winning collaborators from top agencies in the city, leveraging their expertise to create campaigns with strategic impact across social media platforms that resonate with target audiences.- Researched and pitched clients with operating budgets up to $55MM, securing multiple campaigns planned for fall 2024. Show less

New York, New York, United States

- Analyze and break down feature-length script to create efficient shooting schedule for 'Stray Cats," a new independent feature film, optimizing time and resources.- Manage set logistics and coordinate various departments to maintain a smooth workflow, ensuring seamless collaboration among dozens of crew members.- Support director’s creative visions and foster a productive atmosphere on set, contributing to the successful completion of films within budget and timeline constraints.

Greater New York City Area

- Spearheaded 25+ theatrical productions and films as the guiding creative force, unifying cross-functional teams of up to 80 artists through a singular, cohesive narrative vision- Pioneered innovative staging concepts through in-depth literary exploration, translating written works into captivating live and digital experiences that significantly expanded audiences, year to year.- Forged immersive worlds by championing dynamic partnerships with writers, choreographers, and… Show more - Spearheaded 25+ theatrical productions and films as the guiding creative force, unifying cross-functional teams of up to 80 artists through a singular, cohesive narrative vision- Pioneered innovative staging concepts through in-depth literary exploration, translating written works into captivating live and digital experiences that significantly expanded audiences, year to year.- Forged immersive worlds by championing dynamic partnerships with writers, choreographers, and designers, devising signature visual storytelling techniques that elevated critical acclaim- Notable Clients: Public Theater, Goodman Theatre, Ensemble Studio Theater, NYU-Tisch. Show less

New York, United States

- Conducted dramaturgical evaluation of 50+ play scripts, detailing plots, production considerations, and recommendations that shaped programming and development decisions- Published comprehensive literary analysis reports for eminent NYC theatres assessing merits of submissions and alignment to creative visions.- Notable Clients: Public Theater, Rattlestick Playwrights, Dorset Festival

New York, New York, United States

- Directed and produced short films by pre-professional artists from location scouting, rehearsal design, creative guidance, cinematography, audio coordination, and post-production.- Received recognition from film faculty and students for resulting short films and leadership abilities, facilitating seamless video creation within tight budgets and schedules.

Seattle, Washington, United States

- Supported the nationwide scaling of complex theatrical tour across 6 cities at major regional theaters: La Jolla Playhouse (La Jolla, CA), Signature Theatre (New York, NY), The Alley Theatre (Houston, TX), Berkeley Repertory Theatre (Berkeley, CA), Arena Stage (Washington, DC), and ACT/5th-Avenue Theaters (Seattle, WA)- Supported coordination of dozens of artists/staff and achieved on-time delivery of all assets through robust planning and risk mitigation- Designed onboarding… Show more - Supported the nationwide scaling of complex theatrical tour across 6 cities at major regional theaters: La Jolla Playhouse (La Jolla, CA), Signature Theatre (New York, NY), The Alley Theatre (Houston, TX), Berkeley Repertory Theatre (Berkeley, CA), Arena Stage (Washington, DC), and ACT/5th-Avenue Theaters (Seattle, WA)- Supported coordination of dozens of artists/staff and achieved on-time delivery of all assets through robust planning and risk mitigation- Designed onboarding process for 6 lead actors via processes up to 80% faster than industry standards.- Supported development of effective staging plans for architecturally unique theaters, preserving integrity of the original artistic vision and audience experience. Show less

Brooklyn, Ny

- Created and faciliated performance training programs scoring 4.5/5 engagement for graduating conservatory students three years in a row.- Rapidly transitioned in-person workshops to virtual ILT during COVID via stimulating content, engaging workshop exercises, and Zoom-facilitated collaborative performances.- Spearheaded revitalization of syllabus with diversified content, updated rubrics, and grading processes; facilitated guest speaker events by prominent industry professionals to… Show more - Created and faciliated performance training programs scoring 4.5/5 engagement for graduating conservatory students three years in a row.- Rapidly transitioned in-person workshops to virtual ILT during COVID via stimulating content, engaging workshop exercises, and Zoom-facilitated collaborative performances.- Spearheaded revitalization of syllabus with diversified content, updated rubrics, and grading processes; facilitated guest speaker events by prominent industry professionals to enrich learning experiences. Show less

Brooklyn, New York, United States

- Spearheaded groundbreaking industry bridge program fusing pre-professional actors with filmmakers to bring original cinematic narratives to life- Piloted all creative phases from ideation and scripting through live-action production and post-production, propelling 5 thought-provoking short films into existence- Edited and curated sizzle reels showcasing student filmmakers' unique voices and visionary storytelling abilities; unveiled works to elite industry gatekeepers like Warner Bros… Show more - Spearheaded groundbreaking industry bridge program fusing pre-professional actors with filmmakers to bring original cinematic narratives to life- Piloted all creative phases from ideation and scripting through live-action production and post-production, propelling 5 thought-provoking short films into existence- Edited and curated sizzle reels showcasing student filmmakers' unique voices and visionary storytelling abilities; unveiled works to elite industry gatekeepers like Warner Bros and CAA Show less

New York, New York, United States

- Designed innovative new play development initiative and coordinated review of 200+ submissions, devising equitable selection process; coordinated in-depth development workshops for 3 chosen scripts.

Greater New York City Area

Austin, Texas, United States

- Managed planning and execution for the Cohen New Works Festival, a major interdisciplinary performance event. - Created and managed $21k budget supporting prominent guest artists and project juries; oversaw festival expense reporting and administration; delivered programming $3K under budget.- Handled visitor and student hospitality; coordinated travel and scheduling for all external speakers and panelists.

Austin, Texas, United States

- Directed full business and creative operations for nonprofit theater organization, overseeing $50K annual budgets and 2-3 annual productions.- Spearheaded Art Direction and Creative Direction for project-based and institutional promotional campaigns. Provided creative vision, directed video and film shoots, guided graphic designers, and ensured consistent, vibrant branding across print, digital, and experiential platforms.- Conceptualized and project managed launch of international… Show more - Directed full business and creative operations for nonprofit theater organization, overseeing $50K annual budgets and 2-3 annual productions.- Spearheaded Art Direction and Creative Direction for project-based and institutional promotional campaigns. Provided creative vision, directed video and film shoots, guided graphic designers, and ensured consistent, vibrant branding across print, digital, and experiential platforms.- Conceptualized and project managed launch of international theatre festival; delivered 30% YoY attendance growth through local partnerships.- Secured 80% grant application approval rates as budget grew 500% over six years; upheld production timelines and budget guardrails while enforcing continuity and artistic standards across creative development and technical planning. Show less

Austin, Texas, United States

- Instrumental in centrally coordinating high-visibility programs spanning multiple departments and universities.- Managed $75K foundation grant budget at 95% utilization; orchestrated allocation across key programs upholding reporting standards.- Designed systems to capture data, then analyzed and converted to media-supported live presentations to support decision-making by Executive leadership.

Austin, Texas Area

- Provided individual writing tutoring for 100+ undergraduate and graduate students over 2 years; conducted consultations advancing composition skills.- Offered concrete feedback helping clients improve argument structure, evidence integration, style, and grammar; reinforced academic writing development.- Excelled at guiding students through the drafting, outlining, and editing processes addressing personal challenges.

Master Of Fine Arts - Mfa, Theater Directing, A

Formally trained in new play development, dramaturgy, and devising. Created and directed new work for theater with an emphasis on ritual.

Master'S Degree, Slavic Languages, Literatures, And Linguistics, General

Bachelor'S Degree, Plan Ii Interdisciplinary Honors Program, A

Activities and Societies: National Merit Scholar I studied in UT-Austin's elite Plan II Interdisciplinary Honors Program. I studied abroad.