Alex Batts
Winston-Salem,North Carolina
Summary
Skilled at both stage management and transforming artistic visions into reality. I leveraged skills in stage design and team communication at Simon G. Atkins Academic & Technology High School to enhance both musicals and plays. Demonstrated expertise in managing production logistics and prop management, significantly improving rehearsal efficiency and live performance execution without compromising safety or teamwork.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Stage Manager
Simon G. Atkins Academic & Technology High School
08.2022 - Current
- Collaborated with directors and producers to achieve desired artistic vision for productions.
- Worked with director to develop effective use of rehearsal times.
- Provided strong leadership during both shows and rehearsals.
- Organized rehearsals schedules
- Distributed production scripts to cast members.
- Oversaw successful execution of technical cues during live performances.
- Sent out weekly schedules to teachers, students, and volunteers.
Run Crew Member
Little Theater of Winston-Salem
09.2024 - 09.2024
- Participated in load-in and strike processes, ensuring efficient setup and breakdown of sets for each production.
- Collaborated with production team members to successfully execute a complex with multiple moving parts.
- Developed strong working relationships with fellow crew members, resulting in a cohesive and efficient backstage environment during shows.
Lighting Board Operator
Simon G. Atkins Academic & Technology High School
11.2023 - 12.2023
- Executed live cues with little to no errors.
- Helped create lighting cues for the show.
- Worked on the production and managed time effectively
Spotlight Operator
Triad Cultural Arts
06.2023 - 06.2023
- Maintained a safe working environment, adhering to safety protocols while operating heavy equipment from heights.
- Elevated overall production value with timely focus adjustments that emphasized critical moments on stage.
- Ensured consistency across the performance by diligently documenting cues, positions, and timings for the show.
Assistant Stage Manager
Simon G. Atkins Academic & Technology High School
08.2022 - 04.2023
- Enhanced show quality by ensuring timely execution of scene changes and prop management.
- Ensured on-time set changes by efficiently organizing crew members and delegating tasks accordingly.
- Distributed production scripts to cast members.
- Improved cast performance by providing prompt and accurate line aid during rehearsals.
Education
High School Diploma -
Simon G. Atkins Academic & Technology High School
Winston-Salem, NC05-2025
Skills
- Team Communication
- Stage design
- Team communications
- Supervising staff
- Rehearsal Direction
- Managing production logistics
- Prop management
- Script Analysis
- Scheduling meetings and rehearsals
- Sound design
- Set construction
Awards
2023-2024 Theata Winner for Best Musical
2023-2024 Theata Winner for Best Digital Design
Timeline
Run Crew Member
Little Theater of Winston-Salem
09.2024 - 09.2024
Lighting Board Operator
Simon G. Atkins Academic & Technology High School
11.2023 - 12.2023
Spotlight Operator
Triad Cultural Arts
06.2023 - 06.2023
Stage Manager
Simon G. Atkins Academic & Technology High School
08.2022 - Current
Assistant Stage Manager
Simon G. Atkins Academic & Technology High School
08.2022 - 04.2023
High School Diploma -
Simon G. Atkins Academic & Technology High School
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