I am a 10+-years nonprofit executive director, artistic administrator, and theatre arts teacher dedicated to arts organizations and their audiences. I focus on welcoming and inclusive leadership, curating popular and challenging programming, financial stability, and rigorous arts education.Leadership & Board ManagementFinancial Management & FundraisingCommunity EngagementGrant Writing & Program DevelopmentEvent Planning & Artistic ProgrammingAdvocacy & Public RelationsDiversity, Equity & InclusionMarketing & Digital EngagementExperience:Producing Executive Director, Fine Arts Chamber Players / Basically Beethoven, Dallas, TX (March 2022 - Present* Led a major turnaround, doubling grant income and rebranding the organization.* Strengthened community partnerships and expanded educational programs.Executive Director | Producing Artistic Director, Local TV, Inc. (LTV), East Hampton, NY (2015 - 2021)* Guided the organization through tough times, regaining donor trust and community support.* Produced engaging video content, boosting our digital presence.Education:* MFA in Classical Acting, George Washington University* MA in Journalism, University of Montana* BA in Humanities, University of Montana* Acting Shakespeare Certificate, Royal Academy of Dramatic Arts (RADA), U.K.Other Roles and Achievements:* 15+ years professional actress, singer, director, and teacher* Adjunct Faculty at Dallas College, teaching English Composition and Drama - Voice for the Actor* Founder and Artistic Director of Round Table Theatre Company, producing acclaimed productions.* Arts Education Manager at Westhampton Beach Performing Arts Center, managing programs for 400+ students annually.Awards:* 1st place in Arts & Entertainment series for East End Underground from Alliance for Community Media Foundation.* "Superstar of 2020" by The East Hampton Star for community service during the pandemic.* Proclamation from Town of East Hampton for service during COVID-19.I am committed to fostering an inclusive arts community and welcome connections with fellow professionals to create great art and positive change.
Listed skills include Feature Writing, Writing, Theatrical Production, Video Production, and 45 others.