Project Management Part-Time

JESSICA FLETCHER

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PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY

Dynamic and creative theatre professional with over a decade of experience in directing, stage management, scriptwriting, and acting. Proven track record of successful productions and a strong background in education and workshops. Skilled in project management, team leadership, and creative collaboration. Adept at managing both the artistic and technical aspects of productions, with a strong track record of success in educational settings and community theatres.

SKILLS

Project Management

Technical leadership

Creative Instruction

Stage Management

Workshop Scripts

Team Leadership

Workshop Facilitation

Interpersonal Skills

Team Collaboration

Script Compilation

Critical Thinking

Voice Acting

Attention to Detail

Scriptwriting

Set Design

Art Design

Directing

Acting

TEACHING WORK EXPERIENCE

EXTRACURRICULAR INSTRUCTOR, THEATRE DIRECTOR 01/2020 to Current

Cottonwood Creek Charter School

Founded and directed an after-school drama club, overseeing all aspects of auditions, rehearsals, and performances, fostering a positive environment for exploring drama and performance skills.

Guided students in crafting and refining original stories, scripts, and dramatic works, providing detailed feedback to enhance their writing skills.

Developed and delivered innovative extracurricular classes in creative writing and scriptwriting, engaging students through hands-on activities.

Implemented a comprehensive curriculum covering storytelling techniques, character development, plot structure, and dialogue.

Created a supportive learning environment, encouraging student participation and collaboration.

INSTRUCTOR / ACTING COACH / TECHNICAL DIRECTOR 01/2020 to Current

Redding Performing Arts Center

Designed and executed comprehensive theatre education programs tailored for various age groups, focusing on acting techniques, improvisation, stagecraft, and theatrical production.

Maintained and managed the theatre facility, coordinating with other instructors and community partners to plan and execute successful theatre productions.

Managed technical elements of productions, including set design, lighting, sound, and costumes, ensuring high-quality and seamless shows.

Provided mentorship to young performers, fostering a creative and inclusive learning environment that promotes teamwork and personal growth.

Directed and coached students in rehearsals, leading to outstanding performances.

PART-TIME PROFESSOR / FACULTY 01/2017 to Current

Shasta College - Theatre Department

Provided constructive feedback on student performances, projects, and assignments, fostering a supportive and inclusive learning environment.

Initiated and led the Shasta College Original Plays Event (SCOPE), celebrating and supporting scriptwriting students by showcasing their work.

Delivered engaging and informative instruction in theatre courses such as Introduction to Theatre, Acting, Playwriting, and Dramatic Literature.

Developed and updated course syllabi, lesson plans, and instructional materials to stay current with trends and techniques in theatre.

Facilitated dynamic class discussions, workshops, and practical exercises to deepen students' understanding of theatre arts.

TUTOR 03/2005 to 01/2009

Victoria University of Wellington NZ

Writing Fiction: Inside and Out Teacher

Conducted an 8-week course on short story and script writing at the Center for Lifelong Learning, emphasizing story structure and providing constructive feedback on assignments.

ENG/THEA 112 Tutor

Taught narratives in literature and theatre, with a focus on New Zealand and Pacific regions, aiding students in critical analysis and understanding of cultural and historical contexts.

WRIT 151 Tutor

Taught academic writing to both native English speakers and ESL students, developing lesson plans, facilitating group discussions, and creating assessments.

WRIT 101 Tutor

Enhanced students' academic essay writing skills through focused tutoring, providing detailed guidance on drafting techniques and essay structure.

EPP/ELIN 002 Tutor

Instructed in the English Proficiency Programme, preparing students for university-level study with a focus on academic English skills.

COURSES TAUGHT

THTR 81, SCRIPT ANALYSIS AND SCRIPTWRITING

Guided students in writing a 10-minute play through an exploration of playwrights, genres, dramatic plot structure, script analysis, character development, and script structure.

THTR 12/13, ACTING I/II

Developed students' skills in acting theory, performance, memorization, stage movement, vocal production, text interpretation, character analysis, monologues, and scenes.

THTR 1, INTRO TO THEATRE

Offered a comprehensive overview of Theatre Arts, including history, playwrights, practitioners, genres, production methods, dramatic structure, performance styles, plays, terminology, criticism, and stagecraft.

THEATRE AND FILM WORK EXPERIENCE

2023

Annie! (Redding Performing Arts Center) - Tech Director / Acting Coach

Order Up! (Cottonwood Creek Charter School) - Director / Producer

A Cascade Christmas - Stage Manager / Script Editor

Sugar (Zano Media) - Full-length Film Voice Actor

A Midsummer Night's Dream (RPAC) - Director

Finding Nemo Junior (RPAC) - Tech Director

2022

The Little Mermaid, Jr (Axiom Children's Theatre) - Tech Director, Stage Manager

The Long Mile - Full Length Independent Film Actress / Casting Director

The Dresden Sun (Archetype Pictures) - Set Decor / Art Design Assistant

Every Brilliant Thing (Axiom) - Director

2019-2021

Seussical the Musical (Axiom Children's Theatre) - Tech Director, Stage Manager

Willy Wonka (Axiom Children's Theatre) - Tech Director, Stage Manager

Curtain Up! (Cascade Theatre Documentary) - Scriptwriter/Editor

Madagascar (Axiom Children's Theatre) - Director

2013-2018

Summer Theatre Academy (Harris Studios) - Script Editor, Stage Manager

Oklahoma! (Harris Studios, Cascade Theatre) - Back Stage Manager

24 Hr Playwriting Festival (Harris Studios) - Concept, Playwright

Two in the Aisle, Three in a Van (Riverfront) - Stage Manager

Wizard of Oz (Cascade Theatre) - Director, Stage Manager

Aladdin (Axiom Children's Theatre) - Staff, Stage Manager

Crucible (Shasta College) - Dramaturg, Choreography

Cascade Theatre Company - Member Company Staff

Cascade Christmas - Scriptwriter, Stage Manager

Metamorphoses (Shasta College) - Dramaturg

Oliver (Cascade Theatre) - Stage Manager

2004-2011

Spontaneous Combustion (Corwin Award Winner) - Playwright, Recipient

One More Night… (Otago, NZ Fringe Festival) - Playwright, Actor

International Young Playwright's Festival (AUS) - USA Delegate

EDUCATION

M.A. Creative Writing (Scriptwriting) 01/2006

Victoria University of Wellington New Zealand

B.A. Dramatic Art / Theatre 01/2005

University of California, Santa Barbara

CERTIFICATIONS AND TRAINING

Theatre Industry Essentials Certification - NYU, Tisch School of Arts, 2021

Axiom Workshops (Movement, Dance) - R. Grandell, S. Deardorf, 2017

Scriptwriting, Story Boarding - Victoria Uni, NZ, Philipa Boyens, 2006

Axiom Workshops (Acting, Improv) - Lisa Collins, John Truitt, 2016

Audition Masterclass - Axiom Rep. Theatre, Galloway Stevens, 2019

Acting - University of Otago, New Zealand, Lisa Warrington, 2005

Emergency Teaching Credential - State of California, 2007

Shakespeare Masterclass - Kate Alexander, 2021

REFERENCES

Greg Thorson, Theatre Dept. Lead, ********@*************.***, 530-***-****

Brandon Baumann, Assoc. Director, **********@*****.***, 530-***-****

Stacey Bartlett, Dean ACSS, *********@*************.***, 530-***-****

Mark Boyle, School Principal, ******@*****.***, 530-***-****

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