Delilah Brien
New York
Summary
Results-oriented multi-media artist skilled in clear communication and working under pressure. Thrives in fast-paced environments with experience backstage, in the classroom, and manning large scale functions like music festivals and gallery openings.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Theatre Performer/Professional Dancer
McCoy Rigby Entertainment, La Mirada Theatre
La Mirada
05.2025 - 08.2025
- Punctuality
- Contributed comedic improvisations& presented them in a timely manner to director Dan Knechtges
- Quick memorization, picking up changes quickly
- Collaborated with a large team
- Communicated with fellow actors and the creative team effectively
- Worked long hours/ late hours
- Interpreted scripts creatively to deliver engaging and believable performances
- Maintained a rigid physical routine to perform large dance numbers daily/ twice a day
- Utilized discipline skills
Theatrical Assistant
The Bourbon Room, Matt Weaver
Los Angeles
09.2023 - 03.2024
- Supported craft services to ensure smooth operation during performances
- Maintained cleanliness and organization backstage
- Sold merchandise, tracked supply and demand
- Ran nightly raffle
Art Teacher, K-12
Indivisible Arts
Hermosa Beach
12.2023 - 09.2024
- Full time art teacher
- Taught one-on-one illustration, painting, graphic design, and mixed media lessons, tracking students progress
- Teacher of the Da Vinci RISE High after school program for at-risk youth
- Taught after-school program at the Boys and Girls Club of Carson
- Installed exhibitions at Resin Gallery
- Conducted weekly yoga classes to promote relaxation and fitness among participants
Music Teacher
Friendship Foundation
Hermosa Beach
09.2023 - 09.2024
- Ran "Jam Central" program, teaching disabled youth/adults the principles of music
- Developed lesson plans tailored to diverse student needs and learning styles
- Implemented supportive strategies to support positive classroom environments
- Incorporated movement aspect
Graphic Designer
Victoria White
Santa Monica
04.2023 - 11.2023
- Designed logo that strengthened brand identity
- Designed visual content for marketing campaigns and social media platforms
- Developed unique merchandise to enhance brand visibility
- Supported merchandise sales at US Surf Open, gallery openings, and Fiesta Hermosa Music Festival, enhancing brand presence
Freelance Visual Artist
self employed
Los Angeles
06.2020 - Current
- Creating original paintings, illustrations, murals, videography, and large-scale mixed media works
- Exhibitions: Shockboxx Gallery (2020, 2021, 2022), Resin Gallery (2021, 2022, 2023, 2024), Art Share L.A. (2023), Imagine Dreamworks Headquarters Gallery (2022-present)
- Live painting performances: Fiesta Hermosa Town Event 2022, Sunset Vibes Disco 2023, live collaboration with Emily Tanaka and Alejandra Chaparro-Garcia at Culture Brewing Co sponsored by Eric Sanders 2022
- Sell pieces to collectors
Mural Assistant
Victoria White
Santa Monica
04.2022 - 09.2022
- Organized/ cleaned materials
- Painted surfaces according to project specifications
- Transported tools and supplies to job sites efficiently
- Learned and mastered skilled trade specialties under guidance of expert mentors
- Operated equipment with strong focus on safety and ground communication
Camp Counselor for T1D youth
Camp Conrad Chinnick
Big Bear
06.2021 - 08.2022
- Monitored Type One Diabetic campers on a 24-hour basis
- Independently counseled a cabin of 5-7 or 13-17 year old girls
- Designed engaging Zumba classes to promote fitness and fun among campers
- Communicated effectively with parents about camper progress and activities
- Established and built relationships with campers to encourage growth and resilience as a fellow Type One Diabetic
Surf Instructor
Clint Carroll Surf School
Hermosa Beach
05.2020 - 07.2020
- Instructed students on proper surfing techniques and ocean safety practices
- Organized and facilitated beach clean-up events to promote environmental awareness
- Tailored surfing lessons to each student's individual needs and abilities
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Theatre: Musical Theatre Emphasis
University Of Southern California
Los Angeles, CA12-2026
Batchelor of Fine Arts - Studio Art
California Institute Of The Arts
Santa Clarita Skills
- Driven
- Clear communicator
- Decisive
- Interpersonal skills
- Graphic design
- Works well under pressure
- Creative problem solver
- Social butterfly
References
References available upon request.
Accomplishments
Most Devoted Counselor Award: Camp Conrad Chinnick, 2022
Timeline
Theatre Performer/Professional Dancer
McCoy Rigby Entertainment, La Mirada Theatre
05.2025 - 08.2025
Art Teacher, K-12
Indivisible Arts
12.2023 - 09.2024
Theatrical Assistant
The Bourbon Room, Matt Weaver
09.2023 - 03.2024
Music Teacher
Friendship Foundation
09.2023 - 09.2024
Graphic Designer
Victoria White
04.2023 - 11.2023
Mural Assistant
Victoria White
04.2022 - 09.2022
Camp Counselor for T1D youth
Camp Conrad Chinnick
06.2021 - 08.2022
Freelance Visual Artist
self employed
06.2020 - Current
Surf Instructor
Clint Carroll Surf School
05.2020 - 07.2020
Bachelor of Arts - Theatre: Musical Theatre Emphasis
University Of Southern California
Batchelor of Fine Arts - Studio Art
California Institute Of The Arts