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Bonnie Reese

Olympia,WA

Summary

Motivated Project Management student seeking internship in Sales and Development to gain hands-on experience. Outgoing and friendly with strong drive to succeed, ready to apply education in the workplace. Offers excellent ability to handle challenging work, and excellent time management skills.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Wardrobe Supervisor

Harlequin Productions
Olympia, WA
10.2023 - Current
  • Organized and maintained inventory of costumes and accessories for productions.
  • Inspected garments to ensure they were in good condition prior to use on set.
  • Ensured continuity between scenes by keeping track of all clothing items worn by talent.
  • Performed daily maintenance tasks such as steaming and pressing garments.
  • Sewed or mended items to repair damage or wear.
  • Cleaned costumes and performed minor repairs after shows.
  • Laundered costumes, removed stains and returned in excellent condition.

Project Management Intern

Empact International
Olympia, WA
09.2023 - Current
  • Developed grant proposals to secure funding for nonprofit organizations.
  • Researched potential funders and wrote tailored grant applications that met the funder's criteria.
  • Completed writing assignments according to set standards regarding order, clarity, conciseness, style and terminology.
  • Investigated potential funding sources, state and federal programs and non-profit foundations.
  • Completed grant applications with supporting documentation to secure funding proposals, grant application narratives and budgets to finalize with development prior to submittal.
  • Attended meetings or events related to potential or awarded grants.
  • Provided technical assistance related to the development of project plans or budgeting.
  • Crafted grant requests and proposals for needs in Belize Dispatch Professionalization Project.

Assistant Stage Manager/ Properties Designer

Harlequin Productions
Olympia, WA
02.2023 - Current
  • Provided support to the Stage Manager during rehearsals and performances.
  • Organized and maintained props, costumes and set pieces for each production.
  • Collaborated with other departments to ensure smooth running of shows.
  • Performed basic maintenance tasks such as cleaning equipment and checking lighting fixtures for proper functioning.
  • Assisted cast members with costume changes during quick change scenes.
  • Managed the prop table, organizing items according to scene needs.
  • Set up furniture onstage prior to each performance in accordance with blocking notes.
  • Called cues from the prompt script during tech rehearsals and performances.
  • Ensured that all safety regulations were adhered to at all times in both rehearsal and performance environments.
  • Maintained a clean work area backstage at all times.
  • Oversaw efficient prop changes between scenes ensuring no disruption to the flow of the show.
  • Communicated any issues or concerns regarding cast or crew to the Stage Manager immediately.
  • Coordinated with other departments such as wardrobe and makeup teams regarding changes needed for individual actors' looks throughout a show's run.
  • Tracked inventory of props used by actors onstage during every performance.
  • Helped performers run through warm-ups, scripts and notes.
  • Purchased and rented necessary supplies.
  • Stayed calm and polished at all times, even during moments of extreme stress or when dealing with difficult personalities, to accomplish professional goals.
  • Created product designs in alignment with specifications.
  • Worked with client via email, phone and in-person to collect information to complete designs.
  • Delivered designs to diverse clients on time and within budget.

Security Event Staff Member

Allied Universal Security Services
SeaTac, WA
06.2019 - 12.2023
  • Addressed problems quickly and reported clear information while working under minimal supervision.
  • Protected entrances by scanning individuals and bags via manual checks or x-ray machinery.
  • Monitored event activities to track schedule and prepare for crowd movements.
  • Checked and secured building areas during off-hours to prevent entry by unauthorized individuals.
  • Detected emergency situations through keen listening and close observation to respond appropriately to alarms.
  • Provided friendly and professional assistance to employees, visitors and customers.
  • Warned violators of rule infractions and escorted unauthorized persons off premises.
  • Maintained calm composure during emergencies while communicating with local law enforcement and emergency response services.
  • Maintained high levels of alertness throughout shifts.
  • Searched bags manually to identify prohibited items and contraband.
  • Operated body scanning equipment to prevent prohibited items from being carried onto premises.
  • Identified suspicious activity to determine appropriate response.
  • Reviewed guest identification and employee credentials to authorize entry onto premises.
  • Escorted individuals requiring personal protection to provide safe transport to specified locations.
  • Patrolled crowds during events to preserve order and promote security.

Properties Designer

Olympia Family Theater
Olympia , WA
11.2022 - 12.2022
  • Delivered designs to diverse clients on time and within budget.
  • Created product designs in alignment with specifications.
  • Worked with client via email, phone and in-person to collect information to complete designs.
  • Purchased and rented necessary supplies such as lights, material, paint, and glass.
  • Remained composed, polished and highly productive, even during moments of extreme stress to achieve optimal results.

Lighting Operator

Olympia Family Theater
Olympia , WA
11.2022 - 11.2022
  • Understood and followed oral and written directions.
  • Planned and completed group projects, working smoothly with others.
  • Approached customers and engaged in conversation through use of effective interpersonal and people skills.
  • controlled light board for production.

Production Assistant

South Puget Sound Community College
Olympia, WA
11.2022 - 11.2022
  • Prepared sets by transporting equipment and supplies to location and positioning people and props.
  • Pitched in to help crews with building sets and identified problems that could have resulted in possible safety issues.
  • Remained alert, active and ready to respond to requests using variety of available resources.
  • Assembled and arranged materials for display or sale.
  • Managed inventory of props, costumes, and other materials.
  • Maintained communication between production staff and crew members.

Assistant Stage Manager

Olympia Family Theater
Olympia, WA
09.2022 - 10.2022
  • Remained alert, active and ready to respond to requests using variety of available resources.
  • Worked closely with project managers, photographers, art directors, stylists and post-production team.
  • Liaised between crew and director, relaying information regarding blocking, cues and positions.
  • Called out performance technical cues using wireless headsets.
  • Maintained well-being of cast and crew through equipment and stage safety procedures.
  • Construction and repair of sets, props and lights.
  • Remained composed, polished and highly productive, even during moments of extreme stress to achieve optimal results.
  • Stayed calm and polished at all times, even during moments of extreme stress or when dealing with difficult personalities, to accomplish professional goals.
  • Compiled scripts, program notes and other material related to productions.

Assistant Stage Manager

South Puget Sound Community College
Olympia, WA
05.2021 - 05.2021
  • Liaised between crew and director, relaying information regarding blocking, cues and positions.
  • Facilitated communication across creative and technical departments.
  • Helped performers run through warm-ups, scripts and notes.
  • Oversaw construction and repair of sets, props and lights.
  • Remained composed, polished and highly productive, even during moments of extreme stress to achieve optimal results.
  • Stayed calm and polished at all times, even during moments of extreme stress or when dealing with difficult personalities, to accomplish professional goals.
  • Conferred with technical directors, crew members and writers to discuss details of production.
  • Tackled issues with crew members and actors immediately to achieve quick and effective resolution while keeping projects on schedule.

Production Assistant

South Puget Sound Community College
Olympia, WA
02.2021 - 02.2021
  • Prepared sets by transporting equipment and supplies to location and positioning people and props.
  • Pitched in to help crews with building sets and identified problems that could have resulted in possible safety issues.
  • Assembled and arranged materials for display.
  • Developed and implemented strategies to increase customer satisfaction and loyalty.
  • Monitored progress of each project to ensure timely delivery of deliverables in accordance with established quality standards.
  • Managed inventory of props, costumes, and other materials.
  • Assisted in assembling stage sets and props onsite.

Education

GED -

South Puget Sound Community College
Olympia, WA

Associate of Arts - Project Management

The Evergreen State College
Olympia, WA

Skills

  • Design Strategy
  • Creative and Artistic
  • Computer Literate
  • Decision Making
  • Customer Service
  • Work Prioritization
  • Multitasking and Organizing
  • Creative Thinking
  • Works Well Under Pressure
  • Punctual and Dependable
  • Reliability and Adaptability
  • Cast Support
  • Skilled in grant writing
  • Production Support

Certification

  • Taking a certification course in Nonprofit Management

Timeline

Wardrobe Supervisor

Harlequin Productions
10.2023 - Current

Project Management Intern

Empact International
09.2023 - Current

Assistant Stage Manager/ Properties Designer

Harlequin Productions
02.2023 - Current

Properties Designer

Olympia Family Theater
11.2022 - 12.2022

Lighting Operator

Olympia Family Theater
11.2022 - 11.2022

Production Assistant

South Puget Sound Community College
11.2022 - 11.2022

Assistant Stage Manager

Olympia Family Theater
09.2022 - 10.2022

Assistant Stage Manager

South Puget Sound Community College
05.2021 - 05.2021

Production Assistant

South Puget Sound Community College
02.2021 - 02.2021

Security Event Staff Member

Allied Universal Security Services
06.2019 - 12.2023

GED -

South Puget Sound Community College

Associate of Arts - Project Management

The Evergreen State College
Bonnie Reese