RESUME

EDUCATION

University of Georgia Honors College: B.A. in Theatre Arts and M.A. Nonprofit Management and Leadership

Certificates in Film & Media Scoring and Musical Theatre | GPA: 3.97 | Highest Honors

Honors & Awards: John Cauble Emerging Producer/Leader Award | ACTF/LORT ASPIRE National Fellow |

Foundation Fellowship Recipient | Cora Miller Scholar | UGA Presidential Award of Excellence

Relevant Coursework: Financial Management of Nonprofits, Grant Proposal Writing, Fundraising, Community-Based Theatre, Managing Volunteers, Dramatic Writing, Stage Management, Play Direction, Script Analysis

SELECT WORK EXPERIENCE

Program Organizer, Relentless “Raise the Wage” Campaign, May 2026-Present

Manage high-volume participant communications, respond efficiently to time-sensitive requests through Zendesk
Lead dozens of participants at a time in creation of voting plans, providing real-time tech support via Zoom

Teaching Artist/Teaching Assistant, Alliance Theatre, June 2025-Present

Taught alongside professional teaching artists at the Alliance’s summer Drama Camp
Led games, rehearsal, filming for stage acting, on-camera acting, improv, and musical theatre
Deescalated conflicts between campers and met needs of kids in emotional distress
Adapted to different age groups and disciplines, filling in for absent teachers at a moment’s notice

Volunteer Grant Writer, ACTION INC., March 2026-April 2026

Conducted prospect research on institutional funders and donors using Grant Station and public library resources
Wrote and edited grant proposals for submission to foundations, corporations, and government agencies
Maintained accurate records of submissions, awards, reporting requirements, and outcomes

Executive Director, The Thalian Blackfriars, April 2023-April 2026

Recruited and led executive board of first season following a hiatus resulting from the COVID-19 pandemic
Led production/readings of 20+ student-written plays over three years, fostering pipeline for new work
Managed schedule, budget, play submissions, and rehearsal logistics using Google Workspace tools
Raised ~$3500 in net assets (annual budget ~$1200) from ticket sales and fundraising and $2,500 in grants from partner organizations, while keeping ticket prices <$10 to ensure affordability for students
Cultivated community partnership with donor theatre to obtain funding, performance and rehearsal space

Company Manager, First Semester: A Musical, November 2025-February 2026

Secured housing and transportation for company of 18 artists traveling from the University of Georgia to Montgomery, AL to perform original musical at the American College Theatre Festival
Collected/organized receipts to report expenses, ensure efficient reimbursement process from UGA
Checked each company member into hotel, ensured registration information and nametags were delivered
Served as liaison for important communication between company members, UGA faculty, and ACTF leaders

Assistant Grant Writer, the Blank Theatre, September 2025-January 2026

Assisted in writing and editing grant proposals to secure funding for Young Playwrights Festival
Researched prospective grant opportunities and donors, compiling opportunities into online database
Supported development team with tracking deadlines, submissions, and correspondence

Artistic Intern, Ojai Playwrights Conference, Summer 2025

Two week retreat supporting the development and readings of eight new plays
Supported daily operations to foster a welcoming, creative environment for 60+ artists
Assisted director and stage manager during rehearsals for an Equity reading of a new play

Youth Programs Intern, Camp Amped at Nuçi’s Space, January 2025-May 2025

Maintained and digitized records of applications, release forms, and attendance for students and parents
Coordinated scheduling and served as liaison between employees, students, and guardians
Collected and organized instructor documentation (W-9s, release forms, materials), tracked teaching hours
Secured donations from local businesses through email, phone outreach, in-person requests, and thank you notes

Intern, American Alliance for Theatre and Education, Summer 2024

Completed administrative tasks and community connections at the national conference for AATE
Formed relationships with educators, producers, and playwrights from around the country
Helped ensure a welcoming environment and enjoyable conference experience for all

Intern, Ring of Keys, Summer 2024

Developed project timeline, created documentation, organized production team communications for new musical
Coordinated with marketing team on production promotion and community events
Researched and compiled materials to support grant writing efforts

Intern, ENOUGH! Plays to End Gun Violence, January - November 2023

Scored and provided feedback on plays written by teens about the issue of gun violence
Organized and analyzed data regarding DEI efforts