Colleen Byrne
Newport,RI
Summary
Creative person who is passionate about the creative process and how it relates to helping others. Experience working with all age groups include caregiving, spiritual enrichment and coordinating community events. Eager to broaden career with opportunities facilitating creative projects and organizing community events.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Private Caregiver
Self Employed
12.2021 - Current
- Supported clients with mental support and physical activities to accomplish quality of life and sustain needs.
- Engaged patients in meaningful conversation, socialization, and activity while providing personal care assistance.
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Built strong relationships with clients to deliver emotional support and companionship.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Maintained clean, safe, and well-organized patient environment.
- Assisted patients with self-administered medications.
Director of Performing Arts
St. Philomena School
09.2009 - 01.2021
- Directed spring musicals to middle and elementary school including working with cast of up to 120 students and their parents.
- Managed and organized all aspects of sound, lighting and costume needs for large productions
- Coordinated performances with community and local nursing homes.
- Organized and facilitated drama summer camps for ages k-8 culminating with performances for the community
- Taught drama elective and after school programs for all age groups k-8
- Fostered relationships with industry professionals for future connections
- Attended workshops and training on Directing and producing school plays.
Campus Minister
St. Philomena School
08.2007 - 01.2021
- Coordinated special services such as First Communion, receptions, prayer services and school masses.
- Participated in team projects, demonstrating ability to work collaboratively and effectively.
- Worked well in team setting, providing support and guidance and creative solutions.
- Established connections with local community, building relationships with civic organizations, nursing homes and other churches.
- Increased programs such as worship, spiritual retreats and service opportunities for students.
Education
Continuing Education - Digital Video Production
Emerson College
Boston, MA02.2023
Master of Arts - Expressive Arts Therapy
Lesley College/University
Cambridge, MABachelor of Arts - Theater Arts
Rhode Island College
Providence, RIContinuing Education - Interior Design
Community College of Rhode Island
Warwick, RI02.2021
Skills
- Creative problem solver
- Computer skills including Adobe, Google Doc
- Photography, Video production
- Communication
- Activity Organization
- General knowledge of sound and Stage Lighting
- Rehearsal Direction
- Fundraising Expertise
- Adaptability and Flexibility
- Scheduling Coordination
- Acting Coaching
Timeline
Private Caregiver
Self Employed
12.2021 - Current
Director of Performing Arts
St. Philomena School
09.2009 - 01.2021
Campus Minister
St. Philomena School
08.2007 - 01.2021
Continuing Education - Digital Video Production
Emerson College
Master of Arts - Expressive Arts Therapy
Lesley College/University
Bachelor of Arts - Theater Arts
Rhode Island College
Continuing Education - Interior Design
Community College of Rhode Island
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