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Philadelphia, Pa

-Cofounded the Philadelphia Women's Theatre Festival in 2014-Fully produced a lynchpin production along with staged readings, workshops, solo performances, emerging artist performances, an all-women's comedy night, and more.-Upheld the mission/vision/values of the organization and keeping all personnel accountable-Worked with the Managing Director and Director of Engagement on all fundraising and outreach initiatives.-Hired, supervised and evaluated artistic personnel including directors, performers, designers, stage managers, and more.-Secured venues-Hired, supervised, and evaluated key technical personnel, including Production Manager and Technical Director-Developed, implemented, and evaluated programs for the year-With managing director, developed annual program budget-Acted as a spokesperson for the organization's artistic purpose via speaking engagements, public and social appearances, and fundraising events and solicitations-Fostered the development of good relations with other cultural organizations by participating in meetings and joint activities when appropriate-Worked closely with staff and advisory council on programmatic and administrative decisions

- Facilitated highly successful leadership and entrepreneurial design thinking accelerator (Tribe 12 Fellowship); Engaged 300+ fellows, mentors, and stakeholders per year- Conceptualized, managed, and implemented programming and events for 1000+ constituents; Led staff and volunteers- Recruited 75+ quality candidates for enrichment programming- Created an initial sponsorship program; Raised $35,000+

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States

-Coordinated all recruitment and implementation of the Tribe 12 leadership and entrepreneurial Fellowship

Greater Philadelphia Area

Norristown, Pa

Greater Philadelphia Area

-Served as single point of contact for multiple non-profit clients throughout the implementation process, event management, and post-event follow up process.-Built and implemented a full training and communication strategy with clients. Managed internal staff, client staff, and volunteers to facilitate and run various parts of fundraising events.-Event managed events on site ranging from 150 guests to over 1000 guests.-Educated non-profit staff on 501-platform functionality. -Aided clients from the implementation process to post-event feedback.-Trained and managed staff and volunteers as they utilize the platform's digital check-in and mobile bidding systems.

Greater Philadelphia Area

-Assisted Artistic Director, Managing Director, and Board of Directors in setting and implementing both annual and long­-range development strategy and plans.-Researched, cultivated and maintained positive relationships with donors (board, individuals, foundations, and corporate).-Created and/or strengthened and monitored annual deadline calendar for grant proposals, reports, and other strategic fundraising initiatives.-Researched, wrote and filed grant proposals and reports to foundations, corporations, and government agencies.-Researched donors, tracked communications/efforts, solicited gifts/grants, and provided timely acknowledgement for gifts from board members, individual donors, corporations and foundations.-Planned and implemented special events in conjunction with Artistic and Managing Director, Board committee, and volunteers in project planning and execution.

Greater Philadelphia Area

Philadelphia, Pa

-Wrote and oversaw all copy for press releases -Managed all InterAct digital communications including design of posters, postcards, bus shelters, ads, eblasts, and social media-Cultivated and sustained media relations for all productions, programs and events. -Collaborated with a PR consultant to enhance outreach.-Spearheaded marketing plans and efforts to correspond with strategic and earned income goals. -Identified target markets for single and group sales-Collaboratively revamped audience engagement policies and procedures with the Producer-In-Residence-Coordinated printed promotional materials and communications, advertising, public relations, community outreach and social media. -Strengthened online presence through website, social media and digital communications. -Oversaw in-kind and contracted service providers, ensuring the consistency and quality of brand identityTrained apprentices on front of house proceduresManaged a research and distribution team to ensure audience outreach

Villanova, Pa

Assisted in building, painting, repairing, and maintaining sets for the Villanova Theatre season.Helped with hanging, circuiting, focusing, and striking light fixtures for all shows in the season.Worked alongside a staff of three other Assistants, as well as Technical Directors and Designers.Taught and trained undergraduate and graduate work-study students in building, painting, and electrics.

Master Of Arts In Theatre; Mpa Certificate In Non-Profit Management, Theatre

Bachelor'S Of Fine Arts, Theatre And Music

Activities and Societies: Warehouse Theatre, Stephens College Democrats