Lindsay Sheridan Email & Phone Number

Boston, MA, US

Washington, District Of Columbia, United States

Milwaukee, Wisconsin, United States

Lead fundraiser and partnership builder in a nonprofit focused on pioneering the use of art, creativity, and creative technologies to spark self-confidence, encourage independence, and build pathways to employment for autistic individuals.

Milwaukee, Wisconsin, United States

- Key leader in the first three years of a nonprofit organization that functioned as the city’s central office for arts and culture, focused on driving an arts-forward vision for the future of Milwaukee by building cross-sector influence- Partnered with CEO on developing strategic priorities, including designing, securing funding for, and implementing.

Milwaukee, Wisconsin

- Facilitated the Marketing and PR Work Group, which is rooted in the collective impact theory of change model and working toward strategic goals for the sector and city- Established the organization’s brand, including developing design guidelines, social media presences, a public-facing voice, and website - Built relationships with Milwaukee-based press.

Baltimore, Maryland Area

- Served as trusted thought partner to the VP of Marketing and Communications and key leader in the department during period of financial and public relations crises for the organization- Planned and implemented digital and print advertising campaigns to maximize attendance and revenue, including managing vendor relationships- Supervised five staff in the.

Washington, District Of Columbia, United States

- Oversaw the successful financial and artistic execution of one of the organization’s most significant concerts to date, managing key relationships with partner ensembles and donors in a project that led to a Grammy-nominated recording- Defined and implemented annual fundraising plan that builds foundation, community, and individual support, including.

Washington, District Of Columbia, United States

Promoted from: Marketing & Communications Manager - Aug. 2014 - June 2015- Created and implemented marketing and publicity plans; 2014/15 efforts resulted in a 15% increase in sales over previous season; steady growth in subsequent seasons with 2017/18 season single ticket revenue reaching 120% of goal and subscription sales exceeding goal- Strategically.

Decorah, IA

- Led a presenting organization with the goal of connecting the college campus and larger musical community through a series of collaborative concerts, presenting 280 artists in 9 venues over 7 seasons - Conceptualized and built the series brand, generating significant buzz throughout the community and drawing in sold-out crowds, reaching over 6,800.

Oxford, OH

• Developed and directed marketing and communications strategies, including: radio and print ads, e-mail campaigns, grassroots outreach, print collateral creation, social media and web content, press relations
• Coordinated production logistics for professional performances, including contract execution and advance work with artist management to secure transportation, hotel, hospitality, and backline needs
• Collaboratively organized educational outreach with university and community partners; notably, a quartet residency that reached 100+ students ages 13-22 with a site-specific project and improvisation workshop
• Supervised six student employees that provide marketing and event management support
• Promoted and implemented annual wine tasting gala that raised over $34,000 in 2014

Washington D.C. Metro Area

• Gathered analytical data on online communication vehicles to inform a best approach for future practices
• Crafted content for e-mail newsletters, blogs, and social media; managed ARTSblog through WordPress
• Interviewed industry leaders to create profiles for launch of redesigned website

Decorah, IA

• Composed all performance description copy for the 2012-13 Center Stage Series season brochure
• Researched artists for future seasons; provided colleagues with insights on relevance and appeal

Vienna, VA

• Completed extensive grassroots e-mail marketing for the majority of the ninety summer performances
• Streamlined ticket trade agreement process for all radio, print, and brochure partnerships
• Implemented promotions in local specialty shops and grocery stores to target potential patrons

Madison, WI

• Participated in meetings regarding innovative rural arts, education, and community integration of the arts
• Compiled a list of local and national arts education advocacy resources for use in Wisconsin communities
• Researched funders and prepared materials for grants to support the “Story of the Arts” video project

Madison, WI

• Prepared music for six week summer series, including meticulously writing bowings in string parts

Madison, WI

• Recruited and managed more than 60 volunteers for an outdoor concert that draws a crowd of 12,000

Madison, WI

• Independently created the curriculum guide for two youth concerts, including lesson plans
• Communicated with partners to schedule dates for the HeartStrings and Up Close & Musical programs

Bachelor Of Arts, Music, Management Minor

Activities and Societies: Symphony Orchestra, Chamber Orchestra, Performing Arts Committee, chamber music ensembles, Strangz (alternative.

Executive Program In Arts And Culture Strategy

Program in collaboration with National Arts Strategies