BENJAMIN STROMAN
New York,NY
Summary
Passionate and enthusiastic, thriving in environments that foster strong relationships and a sense of purpose. Exceptional communication skills for effectively and efficiently working alongside directors & managers, intuiting their needs and delivering results. Experience includes multiple assistant positions as well as successful direction of multiple productions and strong film directing skills. Graduated with a 4.0 GPA in Languages & Literature from Bard College, showcasing dedication and commitment to excellence.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant
Jym Benzing Casting
01.2018 - Current
- Orchestrating and directing the processing of over 200 models and actors per day
- Responsible for helping advise, organize, and document casting decisions.
Assisting Director
Pontus Lidberg (Choreographer)
01.2023
- Creative consultant to Pontus Lidberg on the creation of the production On the Nature of Rabbits for the Venice Biennale
- Responsible for choreographing and directing movement for dancers and actors.
Part-Time Assistant
Susan Mesinai (Writer & Activist)
01.2018 - Current
- Responsible for proof-reading and providing critical feedback on academic articles, non-fiction essays, and prose fiction
- Formatting and presentation for articles and essays
- Technical assistance.
Executive Assistant
World of Culture for Performing Arts
01.2014 - 01.2015
- Responsible for client outreach, billing, answering phones, and scheduling
- Managing office setup, bookkeeping, and personal finances.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Languages & Literature
Bard College
Annandale-on-Hudson, New York05.2024
Royal Academy of Dramatic Art
London, England01.2014
Webster Conservatory
St. Louis, Missouri01.2013
Skills
- Computer Skills: Experience with Excel, Adobe Photoshop, Lightroom, Premiere Pro
- Reading and editing copyright, academic writing, scripts, and other creative writing
- Team Collaboration
- Fast Learner
- Time Management
- Administrative tasks & Administrative support
Timeline
Assisting Director
Pontus Lidberg (Choreographer)
01.2023
Assistant
Jym Benzing Casting
01.2018 - Current
Part-Time Assistant
Susan Mesinai (Writer & Activist)
01.2018 - Current
Executive Assistant
World of Culture for Performing Arts
01.2014 - 01.2015
Bachelor of Arts - Languages & Literature
Bard College
Royal Academy of Dramatic Art
Webster Conservatory
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