Leslie M. Radin Email & Phone Number

California, United States

California, United States

Bay Area

Oakland, California, United States

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Currently I oversee the entire theater production process through pre-production, rehearsals, and performances, including directing teams, overseeing administration processes, and addressing ad hoc challenges. For each unique production I am charged with executing the director’s strategic vision and delivering smooth operations, targeting up to 1,000 audience members per show for a six-week run.📣 RELATED SKILLS & RESPONSIBILITIES:◆ Liaised and directed collaboration between departments with an emphasis on supporting efficient and clear communication between creative, technical, administrative, and production teams. ◆ Accountable for scheduling and workflow organization for multifaceted initiatives. Worked closely with each department during all phases of program coordination. Built, maintained, and communicated an ever-evolving schedule that simultaneously adapted to required changes and ensured adherence to strict deadlines and union rules. ◆ Created detailed documentation and extensively cross-trained production teams and replacement cast members on all duties and responsibilities to ensure continued operations of programs in the event of absences. ◆ Facilitated complex projects, programs, and events for a variety of noteworthy theater groups, including American Conservatory Theater (ACT), Berkeley Repertory Theatre, California Shakespeare Theater, Aurora Theatre Company, Center Repertory Company, and Santa Cruz Shakespeare. ◆ Managed inventory and reordering of office supplies and equipment. ◆ Ensured compliance to all regulatory safety guidelines for up to 40 team members and performers.

Since 2004 I have regularly led teams of up to 12 direct reports and 40+ indirect reports, in managing an engaging lineup of events for Berkeley Repertory Theatre and American Conservatory Theater (ACT). I provided detailed documentation, diagrams, photos, and visual aids to support the successful continuation of production in new locations. 📣 RELATED SKILLS & RESPONSIBILITIES:◆ Facilitated and supported the transfer of 12+ shows to theaters around the country and successfully transferred 3 productions to Broadway.◆ Selected to travel with shows to New York and the Hong Kong Arts Festival based upon my successes in managing and overseeing complex operations.

In 2013, 2016, and 2022 I worked as a Wedding Coordinator for events with up to 180 attendees. These events were not only a joy to plan and facilitate but also allowed me an opportunity to exercise my organization, leadership, and workflow management skills. I managed and communicated with vendors and supervised cross-functional teams to ensure successful events. I was also responsible for addressing change requests, making recommendations for improvements, and providing exemplary customer service.

I was a key contributor in coordinating the entertainment for a high-profile fundraising event, the “Take Me to the Trees” Gala of 2019. I ran the event on the day-of, which was attended by over 200 donors, leading to a fundraising total of $675K.

In this role, I supported the production department and assisted with recruiting, interviewing, hiring, and onboarding support staff. I also communicated with the artistic team and coordinated upcoming production meetings, events, and project deadlines.

In this Event Coordinator role, I collaborated with a diverse range of clients and a cross-functional team to successfully facilitate a variety of events, including concerts, lectures, performances, graduations, weddings, conferences, meetings, and fundraisers.

During the summers of 2004 through 2006, I served as a Camp Administrator and assisted with the administration operations for summer programs with up to 90 participants ranging from 10 to 18 years of age. I focused on processing registrations and payments, managing financial and participant records, and processing program payroll.