Chad Parsons
Theatre & Event Director
Philadelphia, PA & Denver, CO,PA
Summary
High-energy theatrical management professional offers proven skills in strengthening operational procedures, enhancing team productivity and streamlining processes. Adaptable in changing environments with strategic decision-making skills.
An analytical and creative problem-solver with talents for team building, leading and motivating, as well as excellent customer relations aptitude and relationship-building skills. Proficient in using independent decision-making skills and sound judgment to positively impact company success.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant General Manager
Fever
02.2022 - 11.2022
- Resolved problems promptly to elevate customer approval.
- Oversaw inventory by ordering precise quantities of stock and executing corrective actions to drive profitability.
- Maintained quality of the production set by the director and artistic director.
- Ran sound and lights, along with trouble shooting any techinical difficulties.
- Created show reports and documents that aided in the teams communication.
- Maintained positive and safe working conditions.
Stage Manager
Nashville Children's Theatre
05.2018 - 08.2018
- Prepared rehearsal studio by gathering set furniture, props and costumes.
- Collaborated with technical crew and cast to safeguard presentation of artistic vision.
- Worked with director to develop effective use of rehearsal times.
- Enforced safety measures due to potential stage equipment hazards.
- Distributed production scripts to cast members.
- Participated in meetings with producers and production crew to keep program in step with creative vision.
Assistant Artistic Director
Limelight Performing Arts Center
09.2015 - 04.2018
- Created arts organization's seasonal performance and exhibition program and selected performers and artists for upcoming events.
- Achieved individual and troupe success through enhanced collaborative and communications skills.
- Resolved client concerns quickly and professionally to maintain respectful and productive project environment.
- Oversaw installation and operation of on-set sound and lighting equipment to achieve superior production results.
- Auditioned, selected and coached actors to execute high-quality performances and enhance production value.
- Directed day-to-day business operations and made strategic decisions to further organizational goals and fiscal objectives.
- Contributed to creative process through original ideas and inspiration.
- Researched drawings of characters and environmental elements for inspiration.
- Researched industry trends and evaluated competitive products.
- Collaborated with production on task list creation to meet overall project goals on time.
- Developed artistic visual products while working within defined technical constraints.
- Anticipated design issues and proved to be proactive in developing effective solutions.
- Fostered highly communicative, collaborative team culture on visual product projects.
- Re-imagined musicals to fit the unique blackbox space that immersed audiences in the world of the show.
- Oversaw hiring, training and direction of creative personnel to achieve optimal results.
- Evaluated scripts to identify creative strategies and resource needs for effective production.
- Developed project budgets and managed production costs.
- Identified and approved equipment and elements required for productions.
- Found appropriate stories and ideas for programming to engage target audiences and hook advertisers.
Education Director
Limelight Performing Arts Center
09.2015 - 04.2018
- Observed teachers and students in classrooms weekly to improve instruction.
- Recruited, trained and mentored faculty and staff in best practices for instruction.
- Developed engaging and effective curricula for students aged 5-18
- Performed classroom evaluations to assess teacher strategies and effectiveness.
- Oversaw development and implementation of quality educational programs.
- Developed a unique mentor based training experience for aspiring young artist to work in the trenches alongside working professionals in the industry.
- Planned lessons to reflect group and individual student needs utilizing creative instruction.
- Hired teaching artist, trained and reviewed lesson plans each week.
Producer & Director (Aunty Ben @ FringeArts)
ReNew Productions
08.2017 - 10.2017
- Developed schedules for production, editing and duplication for timely delivery.
- Maintained project costs through careful budgeting and monitoring of expenditures.
- Developed project budgets and managed production costs.
- Presented production ideas and determined creative scenarios for production and delivery.
- Responsible for the hiring of designers, actors, graphic artist, and staffing.
- Secured performance venue along with lighting and sound rentals for tech and performances.
Theatre Director & School Coordinator
Music Training Center
09.2011 - 04.2015
- Remained composed and highly professional in fast-paced and constantly changing environment, effectively handling challenging situations and difficult individuals to achieve objectives.
- Developed schedules for production, editing and duplication for timely delivery.
- Conducted meetings with staff to discuss production progress and to attain production objectives.
- Identified and approved equipment and elements required for productions.
- Assessed final products to check quality and consistency with creative vision.
- Encouraged students to perform well and learn from failure.
- Implemented effective classroom management techniques to provide safe, calm learning environment.
- Evaluated student assignments and projects with corrective comments to guide future growth.
- Produced 3 theatrical performances each year streamlining technical elements.
- Met with parents to resolve conflicting educational priorities and issues.
- Oversaw project logistics using industry expertise and independent judgment.
Education
Master of Arts - Theatre For Young Audiences
University of North Carolina At Greensboro
Greensboro, NC05.2020
Skills
- Magician
- Team Leadership Expertise
- Department Oversight
- Strategic Vision
- Morale Improvements
- Google Drive, Word, Zoom and Slack proficient
- Company Standards Enforcement
- Originality and Creativity
- Script Research and Studying
- Project Management
- Budget Preparation
- Hiring and Onboarding
- Problem Anticipation and Resolution
- Facility Management
- Mentoring Artists
- Event Logistics and Creative Design
- Theatrical Productions
- Industry Trends
- Team Meetings
- Constructive Feedback
- Supporting Artists
- Creative Collaboration
- Crafting the Audience's Experience
- Planning and Execution
- Education Programming
- Innovation and Creativity
- Coordinate and Communicate
Websites
Timeline
Assistant General Manager
Fever
02.2022 - 11.2022
Stage Manager
Nashville Children's Theatre
05.2018 - 08.2018
Producer & Director (Aunty Ben @ FringeArts)
ReNew Productions
08.2017 - 10.2017
Assistant Artistic Director
Limelight Performing Arts Center
09.2015 - 04.2018
Education Director
Limelight Performing Arts Center
09.2015 - 04.2018
Theatre Director & School Coordinator
Music Training Center
09.2011 - 04.2015
Master of Arts - Theatre For Young Audiences
University of North Carolina At Greensboro
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