Sarah Byrons
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Hudson Valley Performing Arts Laboratory
Creative Producer | 2018-Present
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Meet regularly with the Founding Artistic Director to plan and execute fundraising events as well as seasonal programming
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Publicly represent the organization and invite community participation by running potlucks and bi-weekly acting and playwriting workshops, both virtual and in person
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Liaise with local organizations, such as the Dramatists Guild and fellow theatre companies, to organize special events prioritizing community outreach and engagement
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Manage and maintain company website
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Assist with communications efforts; drafting weekly newsletters, aiding in the management of company social media accounts, and connecting and meeting with new or potential community members and collaborators
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Play an active role in the production of new work, as produced by the Lab; production roles include writing, dramaturgy, directing, design, and performance.
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Additional responsibilities, as needed
Hudson Valley Shakespeare Festival
Assistant Box Office Manager | 2019-Present
Box Office Attendant | 2018-2019
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Handle the processing and fulfillment of ticketing requests made in-person, by phone, or online using Spektrix ticketing software
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Remain knowledgeable and accurately informed on all aspects of productions and special events, regularly collecting and sharing patron feedback with administrative and production staff
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Maintain accurate database of event patrons and members, updating and modifying records as necessary
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Maintain and edit employee Policies and Procedures handbook
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Carry out pre-show will call operations
Hudson Valley Shakespeare Festival
Teaching Artist | 2019-Present (Seasonal)
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Conduct workshops designed to utilize games and acting techniques to deepen middle and high school students' understanding of Shakespeare's texts
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Devise and implement curriculum for 1-5 week residencies within public schools, catering to the goals of each teacher
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Prepare West Point Cadets for annual Shakespeare monologue competition
Atlantic Records
Independent Production Assistant | 2018
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Clara Mae “Sorry for Writing All the Songs About You” Music Video
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Assist in the designing, building, and maintaining of music video sets, to best reflect the visions of director and artist
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Ensure the timely striking and removal of sets upon completion of shoot
PEP Productions
Assistant to the Producer | 2012-2017
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Aid in the management of a new and developing theatre company, working closely with the producer/director to provide the community with ensemble-based, experimental performances
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Manage the front of house, including sales and ticketing, creation and distribution of marketing materials, and purchasing of concessions
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Assist in the execution of design for productions, including the building and striking of sets, props, and costumes
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Assist in teaching classes and introductory workshops geared towards training inexperienced young actors
Work Experience
Microsoft Office and Google Drive
CPR and First Aid Certified
Writing and Editing
Customer Service
Visual Art & Graphic Design
Creative Problem Solving
Education / Skills
BFA in Theatre, May 2017
New York University
Tisch School of the Arts
New York, NY
Playwriting in London (Study Abroad)
GPA: 3.6
University Honors Scholar
Founder’s Day Award recipient