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Cara Scott

Fort Collins,CO

Summary

Dynamic business owner and educator with a proven track record of enhancing brand awareness and fostering client relationships. Seeking to leverage specific abilities to help our community in an administrative or customer service position. Adept at personalized and empathetic communication, encouraging a collaborative and safe work environment. Excels at leading cross-functional teams, ensuring attention to detail and fast completion of projects.

Overview

27
27
years of professional experience

Work History

Voice Actor

Cara Scott Voice Over
08.2015 - Current
  • Create broadcast-quality commercials, explainers, eLearning and corporate narration, increasing brand awareness for a wide range of products and services.
  • Receive multiple referrals from clients, leading to more job opportunities within the industry.
  • Adapt quickly to new technology designed to enhance post-production capabilities, including recording equipment, processing software, and correction technology.
  • Maintain 24-hour delivery time for most projects and effectively prioritize tasks according to deadlines and client needs.
  • Provide clear and effective communication throughout the production process, fostering strong relationships with clients and team members.

Private Voice Teacher

Homewood-Flossmoor High School
08.2007 - 05.2017
  • Customized individual instruction for 35 weekly private students for high-profile, international touring high school music department.
  • Cultivated a supportive learning atmosphere for studio students by encouraging open dialogue, questions, and experimentation.
  • Expanded students' musical repertoire by introducing them to various genres and composers.
  • Advised singers on proper vocal care through diet and lifestyle choices, hydration habits, and appropriate vocal rest to optimize vocal health.
  • Helped students gain admission to NYU Tisch School of the Arts, Oberlin, Cincinnati Conservatory and other top music schools.

Administrative Assistant

Paige Personnel Services
08.2005 - 08.2007
  • Top admin for busy suburban Chicago temp agency.
  • Maintained proficiency in typing speed, Word, and Excel.
  • Served as highly visible front desk first contact for clients and customers, routing calls, and greeting visitors.
  • Supported executive staff through scheduling meetings, contacting customers, and preparing crucial documents.
  • Showed poise and professionalism during fast-paced and high-pressure situations, helping execute solutions that assisted both clients and their customers.

Director of Vocal Music

Marian Catholic High School
08.2002 - 06.2005
  • Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining honest communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
  • Collaborated with parents and other departments to launch new community performances and group ensemble opportunities.
  • Encouraged healthy technique in choir members through tailored warm-ups and exercises, resulting in improved vocal production.
  • Recruited talented singers through auditions and community events, maintaining high standards within the choral program.
  • Maintained records of student progress to facilitate ongoing communication with parents about their child's educational journey.

Administrative Assistant

Aon Corporation
01.1998 - 08.1998
  • Ensured accurate record-keeping with diligent data entry and database management.
  • Supported 6 account executives in fast-paced environment through scheduling meetings, coordinating travel arrangements, and preparing crucial documents.
  • Answered multi-line phone system, routing calls, delivering messages to staff, and greeting visitors.
  • Maintained confidentiality of sensitive information of high-net-worth clients by adhering to strict privacy policies and implementing secure filing systems.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Music Education, Voice Focus

Illinois Wesleyan University
Bloomington, IL

Master of Arts - Theatre Performance

Roosevelt University
Chicago, IL

Skills

  • Collaborative Leadership
  • Public Engagement
  • MS Office
  • Event Planning
  • Problem-Solving
  • Time Management
  • Excellent Communication
  • Critical Thinking
  • Organizational Skills

Timeline

Voice Actor

Cara Scott Voice Over
08.2015 - Current

Private Voice Teacher

Homewood-Flossmoor High School
08.2007 - 05.2017

Administrative Assistant

Paige Personnel Services
08.2005 - 08.2007

Director of Vocal Music

Marian Catholic High School
08.2002 - 06.2005

Administrative Assistant

Aon Corporation
01.1998 - 08.1998

Bachelor of Arts - Music Education, Voice Focus

Illinois Wesleyan University

Master of Arts - Theatre Performance

Roosevelt University
Cara Scott