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New York, New York, United States

New York City Metropolitan Area

- Develops, plans, and produces all aspects of both in-person and virtual programming in theatre, music, and dance disciplines, collaborating closely with curators and executive leadership. - Manages the scheduling of the Bruno Walter Auditorium, a 203-seat space in coordination with AV and Special Events Managers. Manages events and programs in other Library spaces such as the Café and Outdoor Terrace. - Scheduled, contracted, and supervised external rentals during search for permanent Special Events Manager.

New York City

- Negotiated contracts for all artistic and production staff for company’s stage productions and readings, along with contracts for venue rentals and co-production collaborations.- Created and carefully executed production and institutional budgets, improving upon current budgeting policies in close coordination with the Board of Directors, Finance Committee and Producing Artistic Director.- Produced CTH productions and readings, including transfers, educational programs, and co-productions, in coordination with Producing Artistic Director and respective creative teams.- General Manager and Line Producer of two New York Times Critic's Picks; The Bacchae (2019) and Seize the King (2021).- Implemented procedures to streamline general management and contract schedules. - Performed the various responsibilities of company, box office, and business manager, including hiring, financial and audit oversight, human resources, and board relations. Oversaw workers’ compensation, disability, and liability insurance plans. - Worked closely with unions such as AEA, SDC, and USA, adhering to union requirements and policies.

New York City, New York

- Provided administrative support to the Theatre Department Chair, including preparations for classes, acquiring materials, and working with ticketing coordinators. - Line produced staged readings, which included collaborating with venue and technical staff, compiling and preparing guest list, corresponding with actors, and preparing rehearsal scripts.

New York City, New York

- Compiled and created show programs for all Columbia Stages thesis productions, working closely with producers, company managers and stage managers. - Aided Director of Production and Production Manager with various administrative tasks, particularly donor correspondence, production scheduling, and department brochure proofreading and fact-checking. - Reviewed Directory of Classes for Theatre Program, providing notes on accuracy.

New York, Ny

- Read multiple plays a week, providing analysis of structure, action and thought of the plays in script reports.- Attended readings as a representative of the company.- Assisted Literary Manager with various research tasks.

New York, Ny

- Supervised museum Visitor Services staff, which included responsibilities in scheduling, training and general customer service.- Responsible for reconciliation of daily registers and receipts, as well as numerous other administrative and financial duties.- Worked closely with all museum departments, especially Operations, Membership, Special Events and Programming.

Greater New York City Area

- Directed all areas of the Visitor Services department, which included the Carnegie Hall Tour, the volunteer program, and general customer services and visitor feedback. - For two consecutive seasons, surpassed tour revenue goals, while bringing department in significantly under budget. - Developed new thematic tour for Carnegie Hall, from concept and structure to implementation. Also wrote historical content for website and smart phone app. - Responsible for the acquiring, training and scheduling of over 200 volunteers in a number of different areas.

Greater New York City Area

- Supervised front desk staff, including scheduling, training and customer service responsibilities. - Developed and led thematic tours through galleries as a museum guide and educator. - Accountable for reconciliation of daily registers and receipts, as well as numerous other administrative office duties. - Collaborated closely with all museum departments, especially Operations, Membership, Special Events and Programming.

Master Of Fine Arts - Mfa, Theatre - Dramaturgy

Studies focused on dramatic structure, and theatre history and context. Equally adept at working on classical, contemporary and new works.

Ba, Theatre & Drama - Acting