Addison O'Grady
Summary
My leadership in high-pressure environments fosters collaboration and drives successful outcomes in team settings. Bringing creativity and precision to every project, possessing deep understanding of costume history and design principles combined with proficiency in fabric selection and garment construction. Expertise in sketching, pattern making, and sewing techniques ensures high-quality costumes that capture character essence and enhance overall production. Committed to delivering visually stunning and functional costumes that elevate artistic vision of any production.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Party Host
Kids World
06.2024 - 06.2025
- Enhanced guest experience by providing exceptional customer service and creating a fun atmosphere for events.
- Supervised children's activities, maintaining happiness, safety and well-being.
- Handled any unexpected issues or emergencies calmly and professionally, maintaining a positive atmosphere during events.
- Maintained cleanliness standards throughout events to provide an inviting environment for guests while adhering to health codes.
- Decorated and set tables in accordance with party themes and age groups.
- Prepared and served food and drinks to guests, meeting hygiene and safety standards.
Stage Manager
Oak Park High School Theatre Department
11.2024 - 05.2025
- Oversaw successful execution of technical cues during live performances, ensuring seamless transitions between scenes.
- Enforced safety measures due to potential stage equipment hazards.
- Managed resources effectively, ensuring timely setup and breakdown of stage equipment.
- Ensured continuity in performances by maintaining detailed records of blocking notes, prop placements, and costume changes.
- Collaborated with directors and producers to achieve desired artistic vision for productions.
- Provided strong leadership under high-pressure situations while prioritizing the well-being of all team members involved.
- Supervised set construction crews and coordinated with designers to develop functional stage sets that met aesthetic requirements.
International Thespian Society Board Member
Oak Park High School
05.2022 - 05.2025
- Secretary for one year, Activities chair for one year, President for one year
- Fostered collaboration among board members, promoting open communication and shared decisionmaking.
- Collaborated with other board members to develop and execute programs and initiatives to advance organizational mission.
- Drove strategic planning efforts to align with company vision and long-term objectives.
- Provided guidance and leadership on strategic planning initiatives and organizational development.
- Served as advocate and ambassador for organization by fully engaging, identifying, and securing resources and partnerships to advance mission.
- Researched potential local, regional, and national funders and assisted in relationship building.
- Presided over board meetings and conducted board business to address organizational objectives.
Head Costume Designer
Oak Park High School Theatre Department
12.2023 - 03.2025
- Led fittings with actors, making necessary adjustments to ensure proper fit and comfort while maintaining the integrity of the design.
- Read scripts and researched appropriate costumes.
- Managed budgets and timelines effectively, ensuring all costumes were completed on time and within budget constraints.
- Oversaw operation of on-site costume shop.
- Consistently met tight deadlines under high-pressure circumstances, ensuring that all productions started on time with a fully prepared wardrobe.
- Collaborated with directors and producers to create visually striking costumes that supported the overall vision of the production.
Assistant Director
Oak Park High School Theatre Department
08.2022 - 05.2024
- Enhanced theater productions by assisting in the development and implementation of creative concepts and ideas.
- Assisted in script analysis by identifying key themes and character motivations throughout various theater pieces.
- Facilitated dynamic communication between all departments, fostering an environment of teamwork and collaboration.
- Coordinated technical aspects of productions, collaborating closely with lighting, sound, set design, and costume teams.
- Streamlined rehearsal schedules by efficiently coordinating cast members'' availability and blocking scenes.
- Implemented innovative staging techniques that heightened audience engagement during live performances.
Technical Lead
Oak Park High School Theatre Department
03.2023 - 11.2023
- Contributed to seamless productions with accurate management of various technical elements such as rigging, props, and special effects.
- Facilitated efficient rehearsals by promptly addressing any technical concerns raised by cast or crew members.
- Coordinated with other technicians to efficiently set up and dismantle stage equipment before and after performances.
- Enhanced theater productions by efficiently managing lighting, sound, and set design tasks.
- Improved audience experience by implementing innovative audiovisual techniques in live performances.
Shift Leader
Agoura Pony Baseball
03.2022 - 09.2023
- Trained new employees and delegated daily tasks and responsibilities.
- Maintained a clean and safe work environment while ensuring all employees adhered to safety guidelines and protocols.
- Completed cash and credit card transactions accurately using POS software.
- Oversaw daily cash handling procedures, maintaining accurate records and minimizing discrepancies.
- Restocked supplies and prepared additional ingredients during downtime for expected busy periods.
- Greeted customers at counter to fulfill requests and answer questions.
Education
High School Diploma -
Oak Park High School
Oak Park, CASkills
- Effective multitasking
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Sewing
- Alterations
- Pattern making
- Management skills
- Script analysis
- Painting
- Set building
- Sound board operation
- Rehearsal direction
Languages
ASL
Full Professional
Timeline
Stage Manager
Oak Park High School Theatre Department
11.2024 - 05.2025
Party Host
Kids World
06.2024 - 06.2025
Head Costume Designer
Oak Park High School Theatre Department
12.2023 - 03.2025
Technical Lead
Oak Park High School Theatre Department
03.2023 - 11.2023
Assistant Director
Oak Park High School Theatre Department
08.2022 - 05.2024
International Thespian Society Board Member
Oak Park High School
05.2022 - 05.2025
Shift Leader
Agoura Pony Baseball
03.2022 - 09.2023
High School Diploma -
Oak Park High School
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