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Education
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Dance and Flow
Clothing Design and Repurposing
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Bethany Strachan

Bethany Strachan

Phoenix,AZ

Summary

Enthusiastic and innovative festival performer and worker with 3 years of a wide variety of experience in different festival operations. Skilled in adapting and learning quickly, critical thinking, creativity, organization, improvising when under pressure as well as an open and solution-based mindset. Proficiency working in collaborative, busy environments with a focus on cultivating an outstanding and memorable experience for attendees.

Overview

2
2
years of professional experience

Work History

Performance Cast Member

Relentless Beats: Super Unnatural 2023
10.2023 - 11.2023

Performed on Stage and in Crowd as part of the Weird and Wonderful cast

  • Met with production director to discuss poses, movements, and persona to portray.
  • Worked collaboratively with 20 other actors to perform scenes and convey stories.
  • Managed time to arrive on set when required to not delay rehearsals and shows.
  • Remained in character for entire duration of event
  • Practiced lines and scenes independently and collaboratively to prepare for performances.
  • Maintained professional attitude and demeanor at all times.
  • Used body language, facial expressions and vocal techniques to convey messages.
  • Collaborated with other actors to create believable and dynamic scenes.
  • Made quick adjustments to characters on stage.
  • Delivered unique and compelling performances on both stage and screen.

Performance Assistant

Relentless Beats: Gold Rush Music Festival
10.2023 - 10.2023

Managed a Performance Team for the Weird and Wonderful cast

  • Directed and maintained team of 6 performers to each stage set in timely manor
  • Worked closely with management teams to plan, develop and execute technical strategies aligned to client's vision.
  • Oversaw all team operations, provided support and guidance wherever needed
  • Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in team environments.
  • Self-motivated, with strong sense of personal responsibility.
  • Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
  • Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.

Festival Worker

June Jam
06.2023 - 06.2023

Build and Decorating Main Stage

  • Utilized teamwork
  • Carried good attitude despite mishaps and shortcomings
  • Worked fast to complete tasks and meet daily deadlines.
  • Followed instructions and procedures to complete assigned tasks.
  • Loaded, unloaded, and moved material to and from storage and production areas.
  • Cleaned and straightened work areas to maximize productivity and safety.
  • Operated equipment and machinery safely to prevent accidents.
  • Loaded, unloaded, and moved material to and from storage and production areas

Festival Worker

Lightning In A Bottle
05.2023 - 05.2023

Commissary for Artists and Production

  • Kept light attitude and smile when interacting with attendees and coworkers
  • Handled guests courteously and kept professional demeanor to enhance satisfaction.
  • Worked fast to complete tasks and meet daily deadlines.
  • Restocked items on shelves and bins to keep inventory available.
  • Followed instructions and procedures to complete assigned tasks.
  • Loaded, unloaded, and moved product to and from storage and commissary areas.
  • Maintained work areas by cleaning and straightening for maximum productivity and safety.
  • Maintained proper storage for prepped food and finished products to prevent spoilage and damage.
  • Frequently inspected commissary area to verify proper equipment operation.

Festival Worker

Gem And Jam
02.2023 - 02.2023

Serving coffee, tea, and breakfast to attendees through Alchemy Roast

  • Handled customer inquiries courteously and professionally to enhance satisfaction.
  • Optimized customer experience by delivering superior services and effectively troubleshooting issues.
  • Performed general housekeeping and cleaning tasks.
  • Assisted in training of 6 new employees on company policies, procedures and processes.
  • Maintained proper storage for raw materials and finished products to prevent spoilage and damage.
  • Helped in development of new procedures and processes to improve work performance.
  • Cultivated positive relationships with vendors to deliver timely and cost-effective supply of services and materials.

Festival Worker

Decadence
12.2022 - 01.2023

Curated vibrations at my booth in the Art Walk tent

  • Providing safe, comfortable, and warm space for attendees
  • Providing seating area with mini heater, 2 fun activities, and electrolyte beverages for guests
  • Loaded, unloaded, and moved material to and from storage and production areas.
  • Cultivated positive relationships with vendors to deliver timely and cost-effective supply of services and materials.
  • Optimized customer experience by delivering superior services and effectively troubleshooting issues.
  • Evaluated customer needs and feedback to drive product and service improvements.
  • Frequently inspected seating area to verify proper equipment operation.
  • Handled customer inquiries courteously and professionally to enhance satisfaction.

Festival Worker

Nocturnal Wonderland
09.2022 - 09.2022

Serving coffee, tea, and breakfast to attendees through Alchemy Roast

  • Served food and beverages promptly with focused and professional attention to customer needs.
  • Worked with POS system to place orders, manage bills, and handle complimentary items.
  • Cultivated warm relationships with regular attendees.
  • Maintained clean and organized dining areas to uphold restaurant hygiene standards.
  • Resolved guest complaints promptly and professionally to maintain positive reputation.
  • Followed health and safety protocols crucial for maintaining safe and sanitary environments for customers and staff.
  • Explained all items and suggested appropriate options for food allergy concerns.
  • Utilized communication practices with kitchen staff to deliver customer meals in timely manner.
  • Collected payment for food and drinks served, balanced cash receipts and maintained accurate cash drawer.

Festival Worker

Gem And Jam
02.2022 - 02.2022

Serving coffee, tea, and breakfast to attendees through Alchemy Roast

  • Set positive tone for entire experience by having warm and professional attitude with attendees
  • Resolved customer complaints promptly and professionally to maintain positive reputation.
  • Followed health and safety protocols crucial for maintaining safe and sanitary environments for customers and staff.
  • Explained menu items and suggested appropriate options for food allergy concerns.
  • Worked with POS system to place orders, manage bills, and handle complimentary items.
  • Served food and beverages promptly with focused attention to customer needs.
  • Carried out complete opening, closing and shift change duties to keep restaurant working efficiently and teams ready to meet customer needs.
  • Displayed enthusiasm and promoted excellent service to customers, successfully increasing referrals and business

Festival Worker

Nocturnal Wonderland
09.2021 - 09.2021

Serving coffee, tea, and breakfast to attendees through Alchemy Roast

  • Served food and beverages promptly with focused attention to guest needs.
  • Kept great attitude and level of professionalism when interacting with attendees.
  • Worked with POS system to place orders, manage bills, and handle complimentary items.
  • Cultivated warm relationships with regular customers.
  • Increased sales significantly by upselling higher-end products to customers.
  • Helped customers with dietary restrictions, allergies and intolerances obtain safe, delicious food by working closely with kitchen staff on alternatives.
  • Resolved guest and employee complaints to maintain complete customer satisfaction
  • Maintained order efficiency and accuracy through clear communication with kitchen staff, earning numerous recommendations from satisfied customers.
  • Set up promotional displays and equipment
  • Built and established positive relationships with patrons, team members and supervisors.

Education

Associate of Applied Science - Naturopathic Medicine

Maricopa Community Colleges - Paradise Valley Community College
Phoenix, AZ
05.2024

Skills

  • Playful Interacting and Engaging
  • Punctual
  • Production Support
  • Customer Relations
  • Interior/Exterior Finishing
  • POS Transactions
  • Content Management Expertise
  • Leadership
  • Project Support
  • Creative Strategies
  • Critical Thinking
  • Event Shoots

Dance and Flow

Self-taught movement and flow artist with 5 years of experience. Proficient in shuffling, silk fans, pixel light whip, flow star, gogo and body movement flow. Exceling in discovering new techniques and quickly developing new adaptations of flow. 

Clothing Design and Repurposing

Creative and functional repurposing of clothing owned or bought consignment. Exceptionally creating fabulous and trend-setting items from forgotten garments, specifically festival wear. Photos attached.

Additional Information

Festival attendee turned festival worker with an intense love and passion for the community. Searching for a home to belong to in this industry that aligns, while enjoying the adventure along the way.

Work Availability

monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Timeline

Performance Cast Member

Relentless Beats: Super Unnatural 2023
10.2023 - 11.2023

Performance Assistant

Relentless Beats: Gold Rush Music Festival
10.2023 - 10.2023

Festival Worker

June Jam
06.2023 - 06.2023

Festival Worker

Lightning In A Bottle
05.2023 - 05.2023

Festival Worker

Gem And Jam
02.2023 - 02.2023

Festival Worker

Decadence
12.2022 - 01.2023

Festival Worker

Nocturnal Wonderland
09.2022 - 09.2022

Festival Worker

Gem And Jam
02.2022 - 02.2022

Festival Worker

Nocturnal Wonderland
09.2021 - 09.2021

Associate of Applied Science - Naturopathic Medicine

Maricopa Community Colleges - Paradise Valley Community College
Bethany Strachan