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Elyna Mellen

Summary

As an artist, actor, and theatre educator, Elyna is deeply invested in supporting all aspects of the creative process and committed to fostering collaborative learning environments. Enthusiastic, detail-oriented, and proactive, Elyna brings their best to each organization and every project.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience

Work History

Seminar Grove Manager & Education Assistant

Utah Shakespeare Festival
05.2023 - Current
  • Managing and delivering pre-show orientations to prep audiences for theatrical performances, twice daily for the length of the season
  • Managing and delivering daily post-show seminar discussions, allowing patrons to deepen their understanding of productions, share thoughts, and ask questions
  • Curating weekly reports to collect data and synthesize the week's discussions; communicating this across education, artistic, and administrative departments
  • Assisting with youth Shakespeare camps (ages 6-18) by directing student scenes, leading workshops, and conducting team-building activities
  • Assisting with logistical prep and adjudicating for the high school Shakespeare competition of ~3,000 students
  • Developing supplementary educational resources for staff, teachers, students, and the general public to support current productions

BYU Artistic Director Student Assistant

Brigham Young University
08.2022 - 04.2024
  • Efficient accomplishment and prioritization of tasks to support Artistic Director and head of acting, Stephanie Breinholt
  • Critical reading of play scripts for recommendation of season selection, dramaturgical research, production licensing and language/content appeals
  • Primary student liaison between acting faculty and current or prospective BFA Acting majors; inc
  • Mentoring, acting coaching, and advocacy
  • Promotion of program events and deadlines via email and social media
  • Maintaining up-to-date knowledge of professional industry opportunities and standards, including auditions, workshops, conferences, etc.

BYU Costume Shop Office Assistant

Brigham Young University
08.2021 - 04.2024
  • Processing physical and electronic receipts
  • Tracking spending and maintaining budgets for personal and shop needs
  • Organization of digital resources, files, and physical costume storage
  • Assisting with basic creative tasks for costume design, construction, and maintenance
  • Taking meeting minutes and fitting notes on behalf of designers and shop manager
  • Curating a cleanly, efficient, and welcoming shop environment for employees and guests.

Education

BFA in Acting

Brigham Young University
Provo, UT
04.2024

Skills

  • Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal (in-person and over-the-phone)
  • Data entry and organization (Microsoft Office, Excel, and PowerPoint; Google Docs, Sheets, Slides, etc)
  • Comfortability and enthusiasm working with youth of all ages, in and out of the classroom
  • Conducting academic and creative research
  • Social media navigation and promotion
  • Video & voice over recording and editing skills
  • Diligent attention to detail, personal initiative, and ability to anticipate needs
  • High degree of confidentiality, discretion, and tact in personal and organizational matters
  • Strong willingness to learn and eagerness to exceed expectations

References

  • Stewart Shelley, Utah Shakespeare Festival Education Director, sshelley@bard.org, 435-865-8333
  • Dr. Isabel Smith-Bernstein, Utah Shakespeare Festival Seminar Director and Dramaturg, ismithbern@gmail.com, 301-455-1917
  • Stephanie Breinholt, BYU Theatre Artistic Director and BFA Associate Professor, stephanie_breinholt@byu.edu
  • Jessica Cowden, BYU Costume Shop Manager, jessica_cowden@byu.edu, 801-422-6647

Timeline

Seminar Grove Manager & Education Assistant

Utah Shakespeare Festival
05.2023 - Current

BYU Artistic Director Student Assistant

Brigham Young University
08.2022 - 04.2024

BYU Costume Shop Office Assistant

Brigham Young University
08.2021 - 04.2024

BFA in Acting

Brigham Young University

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