Kane Prestenback Email & Phone Number

New York, Ny, Us

• Lead the creation of award-winning entertainment experiences, developing original concepts / characters, identifying artistic themes, contributing to all aspects of production from design to delivery. • Exceptional attention to detail and project management skills led to consistently providing top-quality deliverables under budget and ahead of schedule.• Contributed to measurable audience growth by participating hands-on with social media, digital content creation, and web presence development.• Navigated unpredictable creative circumstances by collaborating with writers, directors, and performers, while relying on Audio/Video production expertise to enhance production elements.• Notable credits and highlights include: Walt Disney World Encore Performing Arts, Interactive Preshow Segment Director; New World Stages – Off Broadway In The Spotlight, Creative Producer; 24 Hour Plays on Broadway, Assistant Director, Assistant to Lucie Tiberghien & Ari Edelson, with Theresa Rebeck, Julie White, Kathy Najimy, Oscar Issac, etc.; All Aboard with Thomas & Friends (OASIS Productions/Mattel), Creative Consultant; Circle in the Square Showcase, Musical Parody Head Writer, Circle in the Square - Broadway Plays for K-6, Puppetry Supervisor; Imbible Off-Broadway, Development Consultant; Hellgate Academy, Series/Podcast Creator • http://kaneprestenback.com/professional-portfolio/

New York, New York, United States

• Maintained, updated, and enforced Covid Safety protocols and procedures across all twenty-three Shubert Organization Broadway and Off-Broadway venues• Partnered with production management and Covid Safety Supervisors to support site-specific health and safety protocols• Tracked, maintained, and communicated testing outcomes and proof of vaccines as needed/requested

New York, Ny

• Award-winning, classically trained actor with 20 years of experience on Broadway, Theatre, Film/TV, Theme Parks, Commercial & Animation Voice Over, and Audiobook Narration. Actor's Equity Member.• Proven ability to deliver consistent, collaborative, and inventive creative energy in high pressure environments.• Increased visibility in saturated market with a specialized focus on branding and self-promotion by developing social media and business marketing skills.• Notable credits: London's Old Vic, The Public Theatre, NYMF, Multiple Theatreworks USA National Tours, Broadway's Circle in the Square Theatre, Orlando Shakespeare, Shakespeare & Co., Travel Channel, Lifetime, Discovery ID, Amazon, Audible, Universal Orlando, Walt Disney Entertainment, Pirate’s Dinner Adventure • Visit www.kaneprestenback.com for latest info, resume, headshots. • Developing my career focusing on new works- assisting writers and composers in creating original characters, regional theatre, short films, and guest star television roles. Particularly interested in new works that say something about the Human Condition in America and abroad with a historical research connection.

As a professional voice actor with an energetic dynamic voice, Kane specializes in contemporary millennial male narration and a versatile range of creature sounds & character voices for TV and radio commercials, tutorials and explainer videos, phone systems and IVR, audiobook narration, and character dialogue in video games, podcasts, and animation. Voice over clients include CNN, Walt Disney Entertainment, NBC Universal, Near Enemy Creative, Orlando Shakespeare, Audible, and many more. Prior to living in New York, Kane worked toward 7 years of experience providing voice-over pre-show announcements and character show voices for Walt Disney World and Universal Orlando.Kane’s natural voice is described as a young millennial sound, real and trustworthy. He is typically known for conversational reads as well as for his youthful and playful energy. He is equipped to perform an impressive variety of accents, age ranges, sounds, and vocal qualities.Listen to samples at https://kaneprestenback.com/voice-over/Audiobooks narrated and produced by me are available on Audible.comhttp://www.audible.com/search?searchNarrator=Kane+Prestenback

New York, New York

• Increased brand engagement and awareness for a variety of clients, emphasizing product features based on analysis of customers' needs and brand expectations, resulting in measurable potential revenue increase. • Friendly, professional customer interactions and personalized recommendations encouraged countless potential customers and clients to learn about products through seminars and other special events. • Operate client-provided audio-visual technology and provide technical support. • Exceptional post-event record keeping resulted in an increase in useful data available to clients and supervisors.• Enhanced promotional experiences by providing entertainment as live host and costumed mascots for nationally recognized brands. Integrated brand messaging by developing and executing skits performed for a wide range of audiences and venues, exceeding client goals for performance quality and audience engagement. • Increased audience interest in client’s services. Increased focus on character integrity and identity through development of specific body language/mannerisms, attitude, fan interaction, and brand representation. • Agencies and clients include: Productions Plus, Oasis Productions, The Mascot Organization, Universal Entertainment, Walt Disney Entertainment, Scholastic, Viacom, Nickelodeon, PBS Kids, Cadillac, Chevrolet, Conde Nast Publications, Samsung Mobile, Macy's, Google, YouTube, Entertainment One.

New York, New York

• Provided outstanding leadership to Front-of-House, Food Services, & Technical Production staff, shaping NWS into the top choice venue for repeat high profile clients, productions, and large scale events, including Coldwell Banker, Pfizer, WNET, TED Talks, Heathers, Avenue Q, Jersey Boys, and many more.• Improved customer service policies for crowd control / conflict resolution of multi-venue Off-Broadway theatre event complex, targeting courtesy / efficiency for better resolution of customer issues / operational challenges. By partnering with Company Management, Stage Management, & Box Office Personnel, these results factored into increased customer satisfaction recognition and record-breaking attendance.• Developed interdepartmental initiatives to encourage a creative and respectful atmosphere among visiting artists and venue staff.

New York, New York

• Provide customer service to patrons and assist with locating theatres, ticket concerns, etc.• Ensure proper performance of other ushers and safety of audience/staff/crew in front of house.• Collect and Examine admission tickets for up to 2500 guests per hour.

New York, Ny

I oversaw and contributed to the development of an annual live theatrical production event; 24 hour play format required special focus on unpredictable creative aspects. Provided collaborative input and troubleshoot creative work with writers, directors, and specialty acts. Guided the production to emphasize emerging artistic themes.

Various Locations

100,000 views over several low-budget short-run webshows, including movie trailer parodies, puppetry for children, NYC tourism themed Vlogs, and an upcoming 10 part urban fantasy series.https://www.youtube.com/kanepresten/https://www.youtube.com/HellgateAcademy/

New York, Ny

• Identified and reduced inefficiencies and blindspots in security access, mail room, & administrative services for all departments and tenants, resulting in an overall increase in tenant and visitor satisfaction. • Maintained daily input of computer and surveillance technology.• Maximized efficiency and safety in operating and installing audio-visual and technical event equipment, solving unexpected problems under tight timelines and high pressure.• Control and monitor building access; Complex security; Opening and closing of building.• Deliveries, mail room, & administrative support/ concierge services for all departments and tenants.• Assist with troubleshooting and maintain daily input of computer and surveillance technology.

New York, Ny

24 Hour Plays on Broadway (American Airlines Theatre; Assistant to Lucie Tiberghien, with Theresa Rebeck, Julie White, Kathy Najimy, etc)24 Hour Plays on Broadway (American Airlines Theatre; Assistant to Ari Edelson, with Oscar Issac, Lake Bell, Rutina Wesley, etc)

New York, Ny

Led a team in creating and scripting a one of a kind musical opening number, showcasing the entire cast while parodying the multitude of closing Broadway shows of the 2008-2009 season.Student Showcase Publicity Manager- Website design and management, Develop and edit audio/visual promotional material, Assist telemarketing team.

Lake Buena Vista, Fl

Pre-show Conceptual Director and CoordinatorDeveloped original concept and characters for interactive meet-and-greet.Trained performers and supervised daily set activity.Audio and Video design and editingAssistant Production Manager Manage and schedule special event performers.Implement efficient audience planning strategy.

Orlando, Florida

• Performed in over 50 different shows, parades, and special events over the course of 7 years in the industry involving all working parts of Theme Park entertainment from acting to dancing to stunt work.• Increased guest satisfaction and brand awareness while contributing to the development of unique entertainment experiences. Created, improvised and performed shows in a fast-paced, friendly environment.• This experience provides insight few show writers and producers are able to bring to projects.• Administrative liaison between performers/attendants/ops and management. Measurable increase in work environment positivity by upholding and promoting the WDW core values during daily responsibilities, including daily scheduling, opening and closing duties, time sheet and additional record keeping.

Orlando, Florida Area

• Improved live entertainment experiences by originating and developing iconic characters during special events such as Halloween Horror Nights and Hollywood Street Performers Summer of Fun, resulting in increased positive guest satisfaction feedback for the specific areas. • This experience provides insight few show writers and producers are able to bring to projects.

Larose, Louisiana

• Increased speed and productivity by 200 % for invoice digitization by creating efficient guidelines and processes, and developed training manual for internal use.

Bachelor'S Degree, Liberal Arts And Sciences, General Studies And Humanities, 3.77

Activities and Societies: Multiple peer-reviewed articles published in The Oak Leaf student research journal; Honors Convocation.

Certificate Of Completion, Acting & Musical Theatre

Alan Langdon, Terese Hayden, Jacqueline Brookes, Carole Shelley (Acting); Edward Berkeley (Shakespeare); Moni Yakim, Mina Yakim (Physical.

Education record