Resume

EDUCATION
Anderson University, Anderson, IN
Bachelor of Arts in Theatre Studies, minor in English and Education  GPA: 3.77/4.00     MAJOR GPA: 3.90/4.00
Certificate and Indiana Teaching License in Language Arts and Theatre Arts Teaching   GPA: 4.0

Western Illinois University, Macomb, IL
Masters of Fine Arts in Theatre Directing – Upcoming Graduation May 2014

DIRECTING EXPERIENCE

The Heidi Chronicles by Wendy Wasserstein Western Illinois University, Macomb, IL April 2012

Love Song by John Kolvenbach Western Illinois University, Macomb, IL October 2011

The Fighting Frogs vs. Victoria Vanderbilt Indiana Repertory Theatre, Indianapolis, IN    April 2011

Arranged timing and cuts with the playwright – Valerie Work, cast actors from various high schools, directed actors to pursue strong objectives and take stimulus, create character relationships and strong rhythm, read stage directions during the ten-minute stage reading at the Bonderman Symposium.

The Seussification of Romeo and Juliet Noblesville High School, Noblesville, IN    January – February 2011
Advertised for and conducted auditions with Freshmen theatre students, cast roles, facilitated workshops for acting, scene, prop, and sound design, created schedules and design-need lists, directed cast and crew in rehearsals and production meetings.  Facilitated filming rehearsals for a short film to precede the performance.

Love’s Labour’s Lost Seminary Park, Noblesville, IN    May 2010 – August 2010
Facilitated production meetings, maintained communication with the producer and the Noblesville Arts Commission, created schedules and design-need lists, directed actors to pursue objects and play actions, led warm ups, recorded rehearsal notes, researched recontextualization accuracy. Designed and created props.

Forensic Team Noblesville High School, Noblesville, IN    August 2007 – June 2011
Lead Speech Team rehearsals, recruit new members, facilitate discussions, direct monologues and dialogues for competition. Create and maintain budget, organize fundraisers, host tournaments, maintain accurate records with the National Forensic League and Indiana High School Forensic Association.

TEACHING EXPERIENCE
English and Speech Teacher Noblesville High School, Noblesville, IN     August 2007 – June 2011
Plan and design curricula for English classes in Composition and Literature. Implement curricula, manage classrooms, create and implement activities. Assess understanding of reading, writing, and speaking skills, facilitate discussions, design online classroom tools.

Drama and Puppetry Teacher Music/Arts Camp United Methodist Fellowship, MD     Summers of 2004 – 2005
Provided instruction for drama classes, a liturgical drama class and a puppetry class composed of middle and high school students. Directed four performances of varying styles. Organized an Improv show with four classes.

Private Violin and Piano Teacher Downham Music, Anderson, IN      Spring 2006 – Fall 2007
Structured weekly private violin and piano lessons for elementary and middle school students, focusing on musical growth and proficiency and assessing performances.

PRESENTATIONS
“Literacy Across the Curriculum” Noblesville High School, Noblesville, IN    Fall 2008 – current
Monthly presentations to inform high school teachers about effective instructional strategies for incorporating writing, reading, and speaking in each classroom. Presentations include current research and hands-on activities.

“National Writing Project Advocacy Meetings” Washington D.C.    May 2010
One day of meetings with Indiana House and Senate representatives, such as André Carson, and their aides advocating for the benefits of the Hoosier Writing Project. Presentations included student samples, classroom data, and teacher testimonies.

“Confidence Speech” Anderson University, Anderson, IN    May 2006
An inspirational speech for the students and faculty of Anderson University at the annual Senior Chapel. Three speakers were chosen to represent the senior class. Presentation included my journey from humiliation to confidence.

INTERCULTURAL & LANGUAGES
10-day Cultural tour, London and France, Summer 2009
12-day Cultural tour, Tokyo, Nara, Kyoto, Yokohama, Japan, Spring 2006
10-day Co-leader of Work Camp and Children’s Ministry, South Dakota, Winter 2006
8-day Children’s Ministry, Nicaragua, Summer 2005
HONORS & FELLOWSHIPS

• 2010 – Fourth Place IHSFA Invitational: Performance and Directing award to my team and me for our theatrical performances competing against 18 other central Indiana teams
• 2010 – National Forensic League Charter Member: Directing award for my directing skills as the initiating and directing coach of the Noblesville Forensic Team.
• 2010 – National Forensic League Coach Degree of Excellence and Distinction: Directing award for my award-winning Speech Team.
• 2006 – Honors in Communication: awarded to one graduating Communications senior for contributions made in the field of communications and theatre.
• 2005 – Irene Ryan Acting Nomination: Performance award for my role in Stone Girls Dreaming, the national premier at Anderson University.
• 2005-06 – Alpha Psi Omega Director: Awarded for my commitment to the theatre department at Anderson University.
• 2005 – Alpha Chi: Awarded for my grade point average and strong leadership skills.
• 2004-05 – Center for Public Service Fellows: Designed for future leaders devoted to compassionate service for others.
• 2002-06 – Dean’s List: Awarded for my grade point average.
• 2004-06 – Outstanding Theatre Junior/Senior Award: Awarded for exhibiting a heart and dedication to theatre.
• 2000 – 11 – Educational Theatre Association Member: Originally awarded as a prize for the induction into the International Thespian Society, then I joined as a pre-professional member to receive publications and attend conferences.

OTHER WORK EXPERIENCE

She Loves Me Stage Manager Western Illinois University, Macomb, IL October – November 2011

Musical Theatre Summer Camp Intern Joyful Sounds School of Music, MD    June – August 2006
Implemented marketing, budgeting, and scheduling of the two-week day camp to prepare Schoolhouse Rock Live! Jr. Managed directors and designers, communicated with parents and supporters, and coached 7-16 year olds in acting and costume design.

Comedy Sportz Actlete and Coach Comedy Sportz, Indianapolis, IN    November 2005 – current
Perform comedy improv scenes with a team of improv actors for audiences at Comedy Sportz arena, local businesses, and high schools. Attend weekly rehearsals and workshops for long-form improv, scene work, character development, and group dynamics. Facilitate rehearsals and workshops with high school students at Noblesville High School, plan and implement performances in Indianapolis and area high schools.

Resident Assistant Anderson University, Anderson, IN    Summer 2004 – 2005
Challenged spiritual, physical, emotional, mental, and educational development through activities facilitated with staff and residents while remaining responsive to 30 students during all hours of the day.

Periodicals Assistant Anderson University, Anderson, IN     2002 – 2006
Maintained periodical collection, assisted library patrons with microfilm, fiche, and EBSCO Host and Lexis Nexis databases, OCR scanned archives, and facilitated duplicate exchange program with libraries across the country through Excel and Word.

Day Care Program Teacher The Kids’ Place, Inc., Anderson, IN    April – August 2006
Programmed and implemented activities including physical education, arts and crafts, music, drama, and cooperative games for 30 elementary-aged students during after-school and summer hours.

SPECIAL SKILLS
Standard British and cockney dialect; 5 years German language; 1 year French language; 10 years violin; 8 years piano; 3 years guitar; stage combat basics; graphic design; painting; lettering; sewing; puppetry; group dynamics; good organization; early childhood and adolescent education; basic knowledge of sound equipment, lighting equipment, and set construction; saying the alphabet backwards; and eating a lot of anything.

REFERENCES
Greg Richards
Performing Arts Dpt. Chair
Noblesville High School Greg_richards@nobl.k12.in.us
317-773-4680 ext.410

Ronn Johnstone
Theatre Professor
Anderson University
Johnston@anderson.edu
765-641-4352

Ed Trout
Artistic Director
Comedy Sportz Indianapolis
edcsz@msn.com
317-951-8499