Alexandria Flynn
Horton,MI
Summary
Dynamic, adaptable, and charismatic woman whose multi-faceted strengths include:
· passion for clear, concise, and timely communication.
· graceful navigation of rapidly changing artistic environments and egos.
· resourcefulness when creative problem solving in time sensitive situations.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Head of Properties
Music Theatre Wichita
05.2023 - Current
- Managing a team consisting of an assistant, 3 artisans, an intern, rotating high school apprentices and a shopper on 5 musicals over the course of the summer, both creating original productions and revitalizing remounts with an emphasis on education.
Properties Coordinator
Sarasota Opera
09.2018 - Current
- Managing a team of three I.A.T.S.E. artisans on 7 operas in repertory bi-seasonally. Revitalizing remounts, creating original productions, while committed to research and restoration of historical accuracy.
Properties Overhire
Asolo Repertory Theatre
11.2022 - 12.2023
- Developed construction process, with the highest standards of quality and accuracy. Problem solved and completed long term projects within appointed deadlines in an I.A.T.S.E. shop.
Properties Designer
Santa Cruz Shakespeare Festival
06.2018 - 08.2022
- Managed team of 3 artisans, an intern, and a volunteer on 3 shows in repertory at an outdoor venue over the summer with an emphasis on education.
Properties Overhire
Geffen Playhouse
08.2018 - 09.2019
- Collaborated on research, construction, acquisition, transportation, and maintenance of assigned props and dressing during rehearsals and show run.
Properties Apprentice to Properties Artisan
The Fulton Theatre
08.2012 - 09.2017
- Collaborated with properties manager to design and execute props for 12-15 productions each season including creation of prop list, research, construction, acquisition, transportation, and maintenance of all props and dressing during rehearsal and run.
Education
B.F.A. - Theatre Design and Technology
Otterbein University
Westerville, OH2012
Skills
- Mask and Puppet Design and Fabrication
- Upholstery
- Mold Making and Casting
- Industrial, Machine, and Hand Sewing
- Fiber Reactive and Acid Dying
- Painting & Faux Finishes
- Vacuuform Machine Operation
- Faux Foliage Arrangement
- Soldering and Electronics
- Valid Michigan Drivers License
- Forklift Operation
- OSHA 10 General Industry
- Microsoft and Mac OS X proficient
- Computer Applications: Adobe Photoshop, Microsoft Office Suite, Google Applications, CAD
Timeline
Head of Properties
Music Theatre Wichita
05.2023 - Current
Properties Overhire
Asolo Repertory Theatre
11.2022 - 12.2023
Properties Coordinator
Sarasota Opera
09.2018 - Current
Properties Overhire
Geffen Playhouse
08.2018 - 09.2019
Properties Designer
Santa Cruz Shakespeare Festival
06.2018 - 08.2022
Properties Apprentice to Properties Artisan
The Fulton Theatre
08.2012 - 09.2017
B.F.A. - Theatre Design and Technology
Otterbein University