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Minneapolis, Minnesota, United States

Houston, Texas, United States

• Design and create unique items to sell on Etsy.com and at local markets, including embroidered goods, jewelry, and other durable goods.
• Utilized social media platforms to drive traffic to ecommerce site, Etsy.com
• Worked with local homeowners and their designers on furniture refinishing, custom window dressings, and upholstery projects.
• Specialty Prop Building for various local theatres and retail establishments. https://www.etsy.com/shop/SDartsCO

Los Angeles, California, United States

• Work alongside Properties Master to realize all scenic and prop designs for an 8-show season across 2 theatre spaces.
• Responsibilities include research, prop shopping, set dressing, prop rentals, and construction of props as needed including upholstery, paper props, and craftwork.
• Assisted with the disbursement of all props following show closings utilizing online selling platforms to sell props.
• Organized the prop workspace to increase efficiency and maximize workflow.
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• Manage overhire prop crews in the build and alteration of props for productions, as well as the maintenance of all prop work areas. Show less

Houston, Texas, United States

• Managed team of 6-12 responsible for sourcing, servicing, and maintaining props for 160+ projects/ productions, including world & national premieres. Balanced competing, simultaneous priorities for two sites/theaters.
• Collaborated with directors, designers, production management, and other production department heads to create agile prop plans for 12-15 shows a year, remaining within an annual budget of $100-$140K.
• Designed prop builds to be flexible regarding timeline, budget… Show more
• Designed prop builds to be flexible regarding timeline, budget, and process with appropriate contingency plans to ensure on-time completion.
• Ensured successful project completion within a fast-paced environment by supporting the talented team; actively listened, encouraged collaboration, and utilized individual strengths.
• Established and fostered strong vendor relationships; sourced new vendors, including local opportunities to cut down on wait time and shipping costs. Identified manufacturing companies to affordably create unique items.

Buffalo, New York, United States

• Led team of three while collaborating with entire production unit to support ~7 productions per year for theater with weekly sales of $70K and $109K.
• Supported large-scale building improvement projects as well as program development & implementation.
• Coordinated with the Development department regarding the annual gala, auction, and special events; volunteered during events in support of fundraising efforts. Select Achievements
• Improved team engagement and… Show more
• Improved team engagement and performance by building trusting relationships and open communication after the team experienced five managers in three years.
• Responsible for the redesign of façade signage during ~$50K renovation project. Identified new sign company to finish creation within budget after original vendor closed mid-project.

Santa Fe, New Mexico, United States

• Summer 1999 & 2001 - Properties Department Assistant
• Assisted with daily operations, including payroll, finances, buying, and craft work, for staff of 22 during Summer performance seasons, May through August of each year.
• Worked with American Consulate in Venice to recover lost shipping and purchase costs after receiving damaged shipment.
• Created thorough job descriptions for ~11 different positions, enhancing recruiting/hiring abilities and providing clear expectations for… Show more Summer 1999 & 2001 - Properties Department Assistant
• Created thorough job descriptions for ~11 different positions, enhancing recruiting/hiring abilities and providing clear expectations for current employees. Summer 1998 - Properties Craftsperson Apprentice
• Assisted Craftpeople with daily tasks in creating properties for 5 Operas and Apprentice Opera Scenes.

Lowell, Massachusetts, United States

• Served as entire Properties team; responsible for constructing furniture and completing or procuring all craft work, upholstery, drapery, and hand props.
• Established strong vendor relationships to remain within ~$7K annual budget. Negotiated deal with local vendor/antique shop owner to trade temporary use of inventory for refurbishing work.
• Saved time and money by collaborating with Costume Shop Manager and Costume Designer on project completion and use of resources.

Bfa, Theatre Design Technology

Select Business Coursework, Business Administration, Management And Operations, 4.0

Activities and Societies: Completed 39 credits in Business coursework as of 8/2020.