Life-long thespian with experience in acting, directing, playwriting, and stage-managing History lover, extensive world-traveler, and avid museum goer Recreational writer with ongoing interests in journalism and publishing
Benji Boyd
Marblehead,MA
Summary
Experienced in hands-on, fast-paced jobs that require interaction with people of all ages and backgrounds, be they students, customers, or audience members. Good at solving problems quickly as they arise and staying calm and polite in any circumstance. Journalism experience provides ability to write quickly and eloquently and converse with anyone about any topic. Further public speaking and engaging storytelling abilities stem from on-stage theater experience and time spent as a children's instructor.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Box Office Staff
Vassar College Powerhouse Theater
Poughkeepsie, NY
09.2025 - Current
- Process online ticket reservations for Vassar Drama Department shows.
- Work at the front of house during Drama Department shows and events: scanning tickets, ushering, opening and closing the theater, and managing any issues that may arise.
- Correspond with the public and campus community via email and phone to answer questions and book tickets.
- Archive promotional materials and media from past productions to be displayed on our website and accessed by Vassar students and staff.
- Hang posters around campus and occasionally carry materials pertaining to shows from place to place.
Writing Intern
Marblehead Current Newspaper
Marblehead, MA
06.2022 - 08.2025
- Voluntary intern position obtained after winning a local essay contest.
- Wrote articles about local arts and culture, including community theater productions, musical performances, art exhibits, craft businesses, local authors, and more.
- 30+ articles published in print and online at marbleheadcurrent.org.
Children's Martial Arts Instructor
Forged Self Defense Academy
Salem, MA
11.2020 - 08.2025
- Taught mixed martial arts and jiu-jitsu lessons to children ages 4-12.
- Demonstrated martial arts techniques in front of the class.
- Organized and led individual, partner, and group activities.
- Worked one-on-one with students to master techniques.
- Gave "mat-chats" on the importance of values such as teamwork, kindness, and self-respect when practicing martial arts.
- Helped train junior instructors.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - History
Vassar College
Poughkeepsie, NY05-2029
Skills
- Ticket sales (using TIX)
- Public relations interaction with audiences at the front of house and via email and phone
- Instructing/working with children
- Theater (acting, stage managing, writing/directing)
- Journalistic writing
- Conducting journalistic interviews
- Blog writing
Interests
Timeline
Box Office Staff
Vassar College Powerhouse Theater
09.2025 - Current
Writing Intern
Marblehead Current Newspaper
06.2022 - 08.2025
Children's Martial Arts Instructor
Forged Self Defense Academy
11.2020 - 08.2025
Bachelor of Arts - History
Vassar College