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Specializing in philanthropic writing and document creation for high level donor interactions.

Fairbanks, Alaska

Worked closely with Dean of the Kathrine G. McGovern College of the Arts to fulfill mission objectives for fundraising.

Houston, Texas Area

The Office of Principal Gifts specialized in seven - eight figure gifts, working closely with University leadership on the successful $1B “Here, We Go” campaign.

Houston, Texas Area

The Office of Principal Gifts specialized in seven - eight figure gifts, working closely with University leadership on the successful $1B “Here, We Go” campaign.

Fairbanks, Alaska

Fairbanks, Alaska

Fairbanks, Alaska

Arlington, Virginia

Graduating with a Masters in Arts Management from GMU August 2014, completed Internship at Royal Lyceum Theatre in Edinburgh, Scotland

Fairfax, Virginia

Receive performing artists at the Center for the Performing Arts in Fairfax, VA. Set up hospitality services, transport artists between venue, hotel, and airports, assist artists whenever possible. Host pre-show discussions with artists and guest audience members.• Facilitate motor pool pickup and return• Procure artists' rider requirements prior to each performance• Use university vehicles to transport artists (airports, hotels, master class locations, etc.)• Greet and… Show more Receive performing artists at the Center for the Performing Arts in Fairfax, VA. Set up hospitality services, transport artists between venue, hotel, and airports, assist artists whenever possible. Host pre-show discussions with artists and guest audience members.• Facilitate motor pool pickup and return• Procure artists' rider requirements prior to each performance• Use university vehicles to transport artists (airports, hotels, master class locations, etc.)• Greet and welcome artists and provide introduction to George Mason University venues • Provide administrative support as directed by the Artist Coordinator Show less

Edinburgh, United Kingdom

Spent the last semester of graduate school in Edinburgh with an internship in Fundraising & Development with The Royal Lyceum Theatre Edinburgh.Development Intern, January 2014- April 2014• Assisted in the development of 'Friends of The Lyceum' membership program• Wrote funding applications to trusts and corporations• Researched individual donor prospects & trusts using ENTA, Wealth Engine, and Etapestry• Drafted corporate hospitality contracts • Wrote thank you… Show more Spent the last semester of graduate school in Edinburgh with an internship in Fundraising & Development with The Royal Lyceum Theatre Edinburgh.Development Intern, January 2014- April 2014• Assisted in the development of 'Friends of The Lyceum' membership program• Wrote funding applications to trusts and corporations• Researched individual donor prospects & trusts using ENTA, Wealth Engine, and Etapestry• Drafted corporate hospitality contracts • Wrote thank you letters to donors• Researched hospitality event themes for board member sponsored dinners• Attended read-throughs of upcoming shows• Assisted in producing hospitality events for donors, artists, and directors• Developed wording and layout for new website• Updated databases including; Etapestry, Enta• Re-designed PDF gift aid and direct deposit forms for distribution using Adobe PhotoshopPrograms and Databases:ETapestry by BlackbaudWealth EngineENTA TicketingMicrosoft Excel Show less

Fairbanks, Alaska

Staff, Summer 2011• Designed 2011-2012 season brochure using Adobe Photoshop and Illustrator• Office support: answered phones, organized digital archives, office organization• Production assistantAssistant Educational Outreach Coordinator, Groundlings Theater Camp 2006• Taught courses in acting, movement, voice/speech, set design, clowning, and character development• Engaged in meetings on the progress of the students ages 8-18• Stage manager, Merry Wives of… Show more Staff, Summer 2011• Designed 2011-2012 season brochure using Adobe Photoshop and Illustrator• Office support: answered phones, organized digital archives, office organization• Production assistantAssistant Educational Outreach Coordinator, Groundlings Theater Camp 2006• Taught courses in acting, movement, voice/speech, set design, clowning, and character development• Engaged in meetings on the progress of the students ages 8-18• Stage manager, Merry Wives of WindsorScenic Artist, 2003-2011, Intermittent• Designed production and touring set for Camino Real• Lead Scenic Painter: Romeo and Juliet, A Midsummer Night’s Dream, Camino Real• Set construction of over a dozen main stage productionsTOURS Camino Real, Alaska Tour, 2008• Designed tour set with Artistic Director Bruce Rogers• Lead scenic painter• Construction assistant• Performer Henry V, World Shakespeare Congress, Brisbane Australia, 2006• Publicity street team• Set Construction assistant• Performer The Winter’s Tale, Alaska/Yukon Territory Tour, 2004• Construction assistant• Wardrobe assistant• Performer Hamlet, Edinburgh Fringe Festival, Edinburgh Scotland, 2003• Assistant Stage Manager• Publicity street team Show less

University Of Alaska Fairbanks

Student Drama Association, University of Alaska Fairbanks, Fairbanks, AKPresident, 2006-2007 and 2009-2010• Provided creative direction, created and tracked timelines, managed approvals for events• Produced biannual theatrical production The Winter Shorts• Produced annual Famous for Fifteen Playwright Festival• Conducted weekly meetings with designers, directors, and publicity managers• Selected scripts and directors for theatrical seasons• Coordinated… Show more Student Drama Association, University of Alaska Fairbanks, Fairbanks, AKPresident, 2006-2007 and 2009-2010• Provided creative direction, created and tracked timelines, managed approvals for events• Produced biannual theatrical production The Winter Shorts• Produced annual Famous for Fifteen Playwright Festival• Conducted weekly meetings with designers, directors, and publicity managers• Selected scripts and directors for theatrical seasons• Coordinated responsibilities and tasks of the Managing Director, and Technical DirectorFaculty/Student Liaison, 2005-2008• Assisted in planning the academic theatrical season with the UAF Theater Department• 2005 Hiring Committee Member, reviewed applications and interviewed candidates for the Professor of Acting position • Acted as the link between the Student Drama Association and the Theatre FacultyPublicity Manager, 2006-2007 and 2007-2008• Implemented media campaigns• Designed logos, posters, fliers, and banners using Adobe Photoshop• Managed social media and website content• Coordinated marketing teams Show less

Master'S Degree, Arts Management

Activities and Societies: Graduate Arts Management Society (GAMS)

Bachelor Of Arts (B.A.), Theatre/Theater

Activities and Societies: Student Drama Association- President- 2006-2007 and 2009-2010 Faculty/Student Liaison- 2005-2008 Publicity.

Education record

Activities and Societies: Clubs and Activities- Drama Debate & Forensics, Earth Club, Student Council Freshman Vice President, Student.