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Graduate Teaching Assistant and Student Affairs Liaison
Washington University, Olin Business School
May 2019 - Sep 2019 (4 months)
• Increased process efficiency by assisting in planning and execution of inaugural 6-week traveling semester to Washington DC, Barcelona, Beijing, and Shanghai.
• Instructed 90+ first-year MBA students in communication competencies, including presentation skills and writing techniques.
• Reduced faculty and staff workload by aiding in all aspects of course management and evaluation of student projects.
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(Various Positions)
Washington Center for the Performing Arts
Olympia, WA
Oct 2009 - Jul 2018 (8 years 9 months)
Graphics Coordinator and Resident Designer
June 2014-July 2018
• Originated in-house graphic design position, including role definition, creation of workflows, and policy implementation for internal and external parties.
• Designed all marketing materials for print and digital publication for distribution to over 40,000 households and businesses.
• Executed marketing strategies for a presented season of 30-40 events during leadership transitions, including negotiating trade and cash agreements with sponsors and advertisers.
• Planned and implemented extensive software upgrades and provided organization-wide ticket sales software support.
Box Office Manager and Marketing Assistant
February 2012-May 2014
• Improved the organization’s efficiency, analytic capabilities, and management practices by restructuring the box office manager position as a dedicated role.
• Directed all box office operations, including annual budget, and hiring and supervision of 5-6 associates.
• Planned and formalized all ticketing processes for 600+ season subscriptions and event sales for 250+ events annually.
• Developed client management strategies and policies for 30+ rental organizations.
• Interfaced with artist agency representatives to provide sales reports, analysis, and day-of event support.
• Managed website content, social media, and performed basic graphic design functions.
Programming Coordinator
August 2012-June 2013
• Coordinated season programming, maintained agent relationships, negotiated contracts, attended national conferences, and assisted in talent selection for 27 performances during an executive leadership transition.
Box Office Shift Lead/Front of House Manager/Associate
October 2009-January 2012
• Co-managed Box Office functions, employees, and relationships with rental organizations for 250+ events annually.
• Oversaw up to 30 volunteers and all patron services during events with attendance of up to 1000 patrons.
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Adjunct Faculty and Scenic Designer
St. Martin's University
2010 - 2013 (3 years)
• Designed and taught Fundamentals of Theatrical Design/Technology and Scenic Design courses, instructing students in basic theatrical design concepts and processes.
• Collaborated with directors and design team to produce scenic designs for Drama Department productions, and produced design drawings, concept renderings, and scale models.
• Coordinated with technical department regarding design execution, materials selection, timeline, and budget management.