Highly organized, energetic producer/manager with 12+ years experience in performing arts administration. Passionate about the capacity for art to build connections between people and ideas and be a catalyst for change. Skilled at collaborating with artists, technicians, and project partners to steer projects from concept to closing on time and on budget.
- Artist outreach and relationship development
- Deal negotiation
- Contract drafting
- Timeline development and management
- Artist and technical production team coordination
- Vendor sourcing and coordination
- On-site project management
- Extensive experience working with international artists
- Cross-functional leadership
- Tech and social media savvy
Austin, TX, 12/2019 - 09/2020
Production company providing executive producing and general management services for high profile Broadway productions such as West Side Story, To Kill a Mockingbird, and The Lehman Trilogy.
- Focusing on deal negotiations and contracts, supported the company's full portfolio of 4 Broadway shows in production and 10+ shows in development.
- Negotiated and drafted a high volume of contracts under tight timelines while successfully juggling rapidly changing priorities.
- Developed and nurtured new and existing relationships with artists, artist representatives, technicians, and vendors.
- Established contracting processes and standards for new company.
- Worked closely with outside counsel as needed.
- Tracked and communicated deal terms and contract status across departments to ensure smooth implementation of deal terms.
- Interpreted and advised on rules of CBAs. Liaised with Broadway League and union representatives.
Tulsa, OK, 09/2017 - 12/2019
Established producing and general management company specializing in commercial and non-profit Off-Broadway productions and development projects.
- Managed up to 3 productions per season for company's key non-profit client, along with production and development projects for various commercial clients.
- Prepared detailed production and operational budgets (up to $1.5 million). Managed budgets according to approved expenses and income goals. Presented weekly financial reports to clients.
- Developed and managed project timelines.
- Negotiated and drafted contracts with artists, artist representatives, license holders, technicians, and vendors.
- Worked cross-departmentally. Coordinated with artists and technical production teams off and on-site.
- Collaborated with marketing and advertising teams on budget and strategy, including social campaigns.
- Arranged housing and travel for artists as needed.
- Supervised, mentored, and supported junior staff members.
San Mateo, CA, 04/2016 - 06/2017
Respected non-profit downtown theatre company known for mounting risky, critically acclaimed new works.
- Managed the day-to-day administration of the organization, including HR, financial administration, and building operations.
- Line produced 2 productions per season.
- Collaborated with the Executive Producer and Artistic Director to develop and manage annual budget.
- Handled all HR functions, including staff recruitment and hiring, new employee onboarding, and administering benefit programs.
- Supervised volunteers, box office, house management, bartenders, custodial, and maintenance and repair contractors.
- First point of contact for artists, agents, partners, and union representatives.
- Developed and maintained strong relationships with artists from onboarding through closing. Ensured high profile talent felt exceptionally well-cared for in a low budget environment.
- Achieved favorable outcomes representing the organization in collective bargaining negotiations.
Cincinnati, OH, 07/2010 - 04/2016
Top regional theatre with multiple Tony-winning transfers to Broadway and an industry leading biannual site-specific arts festival.
- Supported the management of 6-7 productions per season plus artistic development projects.
- Supported the management of the biannual site-specific arts festival featuring international artists and performing groups.
- Negotiated and drafted contracts for artists and technical staff.
- Developed and maintained systems for information sharing and record keeping.
- Administered department finances, including payrolls, accounts payable, and reimbursements.
- Onboarded new artists.
- Mentored and supervised Company Management staff, including the management of housing and travel for all visiting artists.
- Handled all visa applications for international artists and performing groups.
- Served on the Subcommittee for Innovation, a group of staff members charged with developing and producing audience engagement initiatives.
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School Attended
- Chapman University
Job Titles Held:
- Associate General Manager
- Associate General Manager
- General Manager
- Assistant General Manager
Degrees
- Bachelor of Arts
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