Josh Sobel

Josh Sobel Email and Phone Number

Process Innovator + Path Builder ✨ Creative + Administrative Professional | Target-oriented Project Management, Development and Manifestation | Multimedia Process Development and Consultation | Authenticity Nurturer @ Fonco Studios
Josh Sobel's Location
Los Angeles, California, United States, United States
Josh Sobel's Contact Details

Josh Sobel work email

Josh Sobel personal email

About Josh Sobel

Passionate, compassionate and innovative entertainment development professional with nearly 15 years of experience as a development consultant / dramaturg, as well as an educator, project/program manager and assistant across multiple media and platforms, both live and broadcast. My work has screened in festivals across the United States, and has been named Best of the Year in the Chicago Tribune, Time Out, The Washington Post and Newcity Stage. Named one of Newcity’s 2019 “50 Players Who Really Perform” alongside some of the most venerated names in Chicago art, my productions have transferred for sell-out performances at the legendary Steppenwolf Theatre Company and has been featured internationally at the Edinburgh Festival Fringe. After relocating to Los Angeles for graduate school, I founded FutureHome Productions in 2021, where I am currently developing a slate of projects across media, including but not limited to film, TV, immersive entertainment, theatre, culinary arts and audio. Experience in: Film, TV and Theatre Development | Talent Development | Film Production | Video Production | Theatre Production | Arts Administration | Arts Education (College-level and Above) | Creative Writing | Dramaturgy | Live Event Planning and Logistics | Team Building | Project Management and Coordination

Josh Sobel's Current Company Details
Fonco Studios

Fonco Studios

View
Process Innovator + Path Builder ✨ Creative + Administrative Professional | Target-oriented Project Management, Development and Manifestation | Multimedia Process Development and Consultation | Authenticity Nurturer
Josh Sobel Work Experience Details
  • Fonco Studios
    Operations Manager
    Fonco Studios Jul 2024 - Present
    Los Angeles, California, Us
    Human Resources and Operations Management for Emmy Award-winning fabrication and production studio with high-profile clients in film, television, themed entertainment and corporate businesses. Current and past clients include Disney, Marvel, Netflix, Universal, Legendary, Microsoft, Mattel, Verizon, Pepsi, GE, Williams-Sonoma, Funko, Brisk, Trulia, Rovio, Elizabeth Arden and more.
  • Futurehome Productions
    Director Of Culture + Creative Development
    Futurehome Productions Feb 2021 - Present
    Tony Award-winning multimedia, multi-displinary creative development and production incubator seeking to leave the world more hopeful than we found it. Co-Produce and finance three profitable Broadway productions within first 3 years of operation, receiving one Tony Award win and one nomination; Currently developing new musical co-written by Ben Thornewill, lead singer of the band Jukebox The Ghost, along with multiple projects across theatre, film, TV and immersive storytelling; Film projects have been selected for Oscar-qualifying / historic festivals across the United States; Develop relationships with industry players including Runyonland Productions, Dynamic Elevations/Jonathan Demar and Bad Robot, along with unions and agencies including AEA, SDC, SAG, CAA, WME, UTA and Gersh
  • Haven Chicago
    Artistic Director
    Haven Chicago Sep 2014 - Sep 2019
    Chicago, Illinois, Us
    Producer of Theatre, Performance and Media existing to be a haven for the Future. Produced 5 years of theatre and multimedia programming, earning 4 Jeff Awards with 12 nominations along with regular Best of the Year listings in Chicago Tribune, Sun Times, Time Out and more; Identified, developed and produced work by Idris Goodwin (2021 United States Artists Fellow), Isaac Gómez (staff writer with Netflix and Apple TV) and Guillermo Calderón (winner, Golden Osella, Venice Film Festival); Transferred acclaimed production of “We’re Gonna Die” to sold-out limited run at Steppenwolf Theatre Company; Founded the Director’s Haven artist development program, twice featured in American Theater Magazine.
  • Various Theatres
    Freelance Script Development + Coverage
    Various Theatres Sep 2009 - Oct 2018
    Professional script reader and evaluator for high profile theatrical producers including but not limited to Tony Award-winning companies Steppenwolf Theatre Company, Victory Gardens Theater and The Eugene O’Neill Theatre Center (National Playwrights Conference). Have provided creative consultation and coverage to Pulitzer-winning playwrights, established TV writers and emerging voices across media and genre. Additionally, read and provided coverage for small and midsize companies including Redtwist Theatre, Strawdog Theatre Company, New Leaf Theatre and more, with recommended scripts consistently advancing to production and acclaim.
  • Strawdog Theatre Company
    Literary Manager
    Strawdog Theatre Company May 2012 - Oct 2016
    Chicago, Illinois, Us
    Strawdog Theatre exists to enrich the lives of our community, our audiences, and our artists with dynamic, intimate theatre experiences; crafted through compassion, inclusivity and ingenuity.Programmed and produced 4 seasons of theatrical productions, earning 18 award nominations including 4 wins; Identified, developed and produced work by Lauren Yee (Apple TV's "Pachinko", 2017 Kilroy's List #1 and #2 play), Philip Dawkins ("Charm" based on Miss Gloria Allen) and more, with acclaimed adaptation of "Great Expectations" receiving printed publication following production; Coordinated production-specific public programming, partnering with area schools, non-profits, advocacy organizations, topic experts and community leaders.
  • Columbia College Chicago
    Department Assistant, Enrollment Management Services (Temp)
    Columbia College Chicago Nov 2013 - Jun 2014
    Chicago, Il, Us
    A private, nonprofit college offering a distinctive curriculum that blends creative and media arts, liberal arts, and businessManaging database of various scholarship opportunities within the College to ensure timely and efficient faculty review and award decisions; facilitating faculty review of student-submitted materials for potential scholarship consideration including scheduling faculty for review sessions, reserving space for screening and review, and coordinating all technological and resource requirements for use in portfolio review; logging all final scholarship decisions and submitted to appropriate leadership for review and approval
  • National Theater Institute
    Associate Director
    National Theater Institute Feb 2010 - Aug 2012
    Waterford, Connecticut, Us
    With a singular schedule and an unmatched breadth of training, the National Theater Institute’s semester-long programs offer students a springboard to the professional world at the two-time Tony Award-winning Eugene O’Neill Theater CenterCo-led summer program to all-time high student and faculty approval rating since program inception; Responsibilities included coordinating day-to-day operations and workflow of student training program at Tony Award-winning institution; Planned curriculum for and mentored ensemble of Actors, Directors and Playwrights through 6-week training including presenting in 3 new short plays each week for a public audience; Coordinated program integration with historic National Playwrights and Music Theatre Conferences; Hired and developed relationships with high profile guest teachers and speakers including Colman Domingo ("Rustin", "Euphoria"), Michael Cadman (Royal Shakespeare Company member) and Greg Allen (founder, The Neo-Futurists).
  • New Leaf Theatre
    Literary Manager
    New Leaf Theatre Jul 2010 - May 2012
    Chicago, Us
    New Leaf Theatre creates intimate, animate theatrical experiences which renew both artist and audience.Coordinated yearly season planning process, managing teams of readers with monthly script quantity goals and creating evaluation system built around company values; Planned, coordinated and facilitated "Treehouse" public reading and development series; Innovated new critical response method for audience feedback, receiving acclaim from artists, educators and audiences alike
  • Goodsmith Gregg & Unruh Llp
    Executive Assistant / Billing Assistant
    Goodsmith Gregg & Unruh Llp Sep 2011 - Feb 2012
    Chicago, Il, Us
    Chicago-based boutique law firm providing comprehensive legal counsel and advice to corporations, closely held businesses, financial institutions, and individuals in matters of litigation, real estate, finance, and corporate lawAnswering, screening and rolling calls for boutique law firm; e-mail and written correspondence with clients; coordinating C-Level schedules and calendars; recording and depositing incoming payments; preparing and hosting VIP client meetings; extensive note- taking; legal proofreading; memo and document drafting; expense reports; booking executive-level travel, housing and transportation accommodation; office supply maintenance; mail sorting and distribution
  • Victory Gardens Theater
    Administrative Intern
    Victory Gardens Theater Jan 2010 - Sep 2010
    Chicago, Illinois, Us
    - Provide general administrative support to Associate Producer and Operations Manager- Proofread, marked up and facilitated rental contracts - Assisted in building maintenance needs- Created and sent e-blasts for "Fresh Squeezed" programming (Constant Contact), - Wrote and proofread copy for marketing materials- Served as PA as needed for "Fresh Squeezed" programming including works by Holly Hughes, Tim Miller + Mike Daisey
  • Eugene O'Neill Theater Center
    Assistant To The Associate Director, Theatermakers
    Eugene O'Neill Theater Center Jun 2009 - Aug 2009
    Waterford, Ct, Us
    - Provide administrative support to the Associate Director, including managing program expenses - Facilitated class activities and fulfilling supply needs, providing general office support, rolling calls, serving as point of contact for student and faculty concerns- Maintained accurate program schedules and calendars with updates as necessary and robust communication of any and all schedule changes- Served as RA for student housing and providing mentorship and advice to students as requested

Josh Sobel Skills

Performing Arts Theatre Acting Arts Administration Directing Plays Playwriting Event Planning Musical Theatre Fundraising Social Media Theatrical Production Drama Stage Stage Management Administrative Assistants Event Management Nonprofits Comedy Festivals Community Outreach Non Profits Grant Writing Reception Administrative Support Customer Service Microsoft Office Dramaturgy Shakespeare Stage Combat Data Entry Literature Literary Management Acting Coach Literary Public Speaking Creative Writing Teaching Microsoft Excel Microsoft Word Microsoft Outlook Adobe Acrobat Microsoft Access Google Docs Google Sheets Imovie Google Drive Google Calendar Apple Pages Apple Numbers

Josh Sobel Education Details

  • California Institute Of The Arts
    California Institute Of The Arts
    Directing And Theatrical Production
  • Oberlin College
    Oberlin College
    Psychology
  • National Theater Institute
    National Theater Institute
    Theatre

Frequently Asked Questions about Josh Sobel

What company does Josh Sobel work for?

Josh Sobel works for Fonco Studios

What is Josh Sobel's role at the current company?

Josh Sobel's current role is Process Innovator + Path Builder ✨ Creative + Administrative Professional | Target-oriented Project Management, Development and Manifestation | Multimedia Process Development and Consultation | Authenticity Nurturer.

What is Josh Sobel's email address?

Josh Sobel's email address is j.****@****ail.com

What schools did Josh Sobel attend?

Josh Sobel attended California Institute Of The Arts, Oberlin College, National Theater Institute.

What are some of Josh Sobel's interests?

Josh Sobel has interest in Civil Rights And Social Action, Education, Arts And Culture, Politics.

What skills is Josh Sobel known for?

Josh Sobel has skills like Performing Arts, Theatre, Acting, Arts Administration, Directing, Plays, Playwriting, Event Planning, Musical Theatre, Fundraising, Social Media, Theatrical Production.

Free Chrome Extension

Find emails, phones & company data instantly

Find verified emails from LinkedIn profiles
Get direct phone numbers & mobile contacts
Access company data & employee information
Works directly on LinkedIn - no copy/paste needed
Get Chrome Extension - Free

Aero Online

Your AI prospecting assistant

Download 750 million emails and 100 million phone numbers

Access emails and phone numbers of over 750 million business users. Instantly download verified profiles using 20+ filters, including location, job title, company, function, and industry.