Erin Gilbreth
Astoria,United States
Summary
At American Bard Theater Company, I select and produce new works that inspire audiences and artists alike. My skills in project management and artist-audience connection have led to significant community engagement and support. I am expert in budgeting and creative collaboration, and I champion the amplification of underrepresented voices in theater, elevating our ensemble's profile and audience reach. Resident of Astoria, Queens since 1996.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Co-Producing Artistic Director
American Bard Theater Company
01.2017 - Current
- Managing day to day operations, organizational budget, individual project budgets, and scheduling seasonal theater productions for 50 artists and 750 patrons annually.
- Developing strong relationships with community partners, fostering support for the organization's mission, pursuing 10 - 12 grant opportunities annually.
- Organizing community building opportunities and fundraising events, successfully generating resources needed for continued operations.
- Contributing to creative process through original ideas and inspiration, working with directors and designers to discuss ideas and style preferences to create mutually agreeable project parameters.
- Facilitating communication between all team members and proactively addressing and resolving conflicts, maintaining a harmonious work environment conducive to artistic excellence.
- Drafting wrap-up reports for completed artistic activities and preparing quarterly progress updates for upcoming productions and events for the Board of Directors.
- Managing auditions and cast selection, overseeing rehearsal schedules, ensuring efficient use of time while maintaining high artistic standards throughout the process.
- Implementing strategies for campaigns on social media and increasing audience attendance through engaging marketing campaigns that showcased the artistic talent of the ensemble.
- Establishing strong brand identity by developing a unique artistic vision that set the company apart from competitors in the market.
Administrative Assistant and Receptionist
Tiger Management, LLC
01.1998 - 03.2024
- Answered multi-line phone system, frequently routing calls and delivering messages to staff.
- Delivered excellent customer service through prompt greeting to about 50 guests daily.
- Maintained confidentiality of sensitive information by adhering to strict privacy policies.
- Supported executive staff through scheduling meetings, opening/sorting/answering mail, coordinating travel arrangements, and preparing crucial documents.
- Assisted in recruitment process, onboarding new receptionists providing training materials, and coordinating orientation schedules to ensure a smooth integration into the team.
- Assisted coworkers and staff members with special tasks on daily basis.
Education
Master of Arts - Liberal Studies
Stony Brook University
Stony Brook, NY06-2015
Bachelor of Arts - Theatre Arts
California State University, Fullerton
Fullerton, CA06-1996
Skills
- Theatrical development coordination
- Creative vision and artistic collaboration
- Facilitating artist and audience relationships
- Project management and budgeting expertise
- Proficient writing for grant proposals and social media
- Superior organizational skills and schedule organization
Certification
- Training through ART/NY (2021 - present): Cultural Coodinator: Essential New Role in Theater, Equitable Casting Practices, Living Land Acknowledgements, Disability in the Workplace, and annual Sexual Harassment Prevention Training.
Timeline
Co-Producing Artistic Director
American Bard Theater Company
01.2017 - Current
Administrative Assistant and Receptionist
Tiger Management, LLC
01.1998 - 03.2024
Master of Arts - Liberal Studies
Stony Brook University
Bachelor of Arts - Theatre Arts
California State University, Fullerton
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