Sam Baird Email & Phone Number

Pittsburgh, PA, US

- Support emerging playwrights through as-needed dramaturgy consultations and support independent artists and playwrights in an ongoing administrative role- Develop a fun, relaxed, and creative learning environment for theater education in both private sessions and group classes- Provide web content in the form of written articles and social media content.

- Serve clients on an as-needed basis in a variety of areas including (but not limited to) Calendar Management and Scheduling, Email Management, Social Media Creation and Management, Blog/Newsletter Writing and Editing, and Website Development and Maintenance- Current and Previous Clients: - Intrepid Impact, Jerry Howard (5/2023 – 8/2023)

Idaho Falls, Idaho, United States

- Administered ARTitorium Birthday Parties, including communication with patrons, coordination with other staff members, day-of facilitation, and payments- Administered other events as needed in coordination with the IFAC Events and Rentals Manager, ARTitorium staff, and technical staff- Supervised and assisted Junior Associates to ensure well-maintained.

- Developed classes and camps about a range of theater topics including history, theory, and practice- Fostered a fun, relaxed, and creative learning environment for theatre classes geared toward children ages 5-14- Planned and produced small productions for students to perform their work for friends and family at the end of classes and camps

- Created an inviting environment for youth to interact with the arts by processing admission fees and handling inquiries via phone and in-person- Ensured that art stations were working properly and supplies remained stocked during open hours- Served families, schools, and other youth organizations in the Idaho Falls community during field trips, birthday.

Idaho Falls, Idaho, United States

- Prepared theater and gallery spaces including lobby, concessions, and inside the theater before performances for shows promoted by the Idaho Falls Arts Council and rental shows at the Colonial Theater and Frontier Center- Supervised and managed 5-20 volunteers on show nights to ensure a safe and clean environment- Solved problems before and during events.

Idaho Falls, Idaho, United States

- Served the Idaho Falls arts community by handling event and ticket inquiries via phone and in-person- Processed internet ticket sales per specific customer requests prior to events and on event nights- Attended and participated in Arts Council events such as sponsor parties, gallery openings, etc.- Assisted with other in-office duties as necessary

New York, United States

- HR: Created and executed contracts for all programs and partnerships; built and maintained HR resources for staff; improved and maintained organizational and communication systems across the full staff and the Board of Directors- FINANCIAL: Delivered financial reports and communicated with internal accountant to keep accounting systems updated and.

- Acted as a creative member on productions in the roles of director, dramaturg, and/or playwright and provided one-on-one dramaturgy consultations for new works- Developed a fun, relaxed, and creative learning environment and tailored guitar, voice, and acting lessons according to each student’s learning ability and individual interests- Wrote for a.

- Served members by acknowledging needs and answering questions, processing payments, and assisting members with checkout and self-service technology- Properly handled returns, zoned the front area, and arranged and organized merchandise- Provided information regarding membership types, processed memberships, and encouraged membership renewals and credit.

- Designed and sold hair bows, bow ties, and other accessories through the Etsy platform- Managed a self-run small business and oversaw payments, customer service, and marketing

- Reviewer from June 2018 to August 2020 - Wrote reviews for theatre, music, film, and other public arts performances- Editor from July 2018 to June 2019 - Edited reviews based on company writing guidelines- Executive Secretary from February 2019 to June 2019 - Managed scheduling, deadlines, and other needs between employees and theaters

Provo, Utah Area

- Provided insightful customer service, maintained a clean well-merchandised store, and completed accurate transactions daily- Sold age-appropriate toys and games by implementing the GAL system

Provo, Utah Area

- Provided daily in-person, telephone, and email correspondence customer service- Assisted with training new employees and implementing new systems and office processes- Handled confidential information professionally and appropriately

Provo, Utah Area

- Assisted in the set-up of a brand new small-format store location- Provided daily in-person service through cashiering, order pickup, and stocking products

Master Of Arts - Ma, Arts Administration

Bachelor Of Arts - Ba, Theatre/Theater

Activities and Societies: London Theatre Study Abroad (May-June 2017)

Education record

Activities and Societies: Advanced Chamber Choir (2012-2014), International Thespian Society (2012-2014), Tri-M Music Honor Society.