Faith Olajumoke Olotu
Baltimore,MD
Summary
Passionate Theatre Arts major with hands-on experience in acting and stage management. I thrive on fostering collaboration among cast and crew, and I love bringing characters to life while creating meaningful connections. As a mentor, I enjoy guiding young artists on their creative journeys, all while embracing the joy and challenges of the theatre world.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Youth Art Mentor
Youth Art Institute- JELMA
06.2024 - 08.2024
- Served as a positive role model, showing professionalism and integrity while connecting with young, creative minds.
- Gave personalized support, helping campers work through challenges by sharing my own experiences and offering practical advice.
- Built strong, trusting relationships by listening and encouraging each camper on their individual creative journeys.
- Led fun, hands-on activities in photography, dance, art, and theatre, inspiring campers to express themselves and explore their passions.
Production Stage Manager- The Color Purple Musical
Morgan State Musical Theater Department
09.2023 - 04.2024
- Served as the main contact for the cast and crew, ensuring everyone felt connected and ready to shine.
- Led production meetings and acted as a liaison between the director, designers, cast and crew.
- Organized rehearsals and managed schedules, focusing on smooth scene changes and sound cues.
- Led the backstage crew during performances, creating a calm atmosphere to tackle challenges.
- Worked closely with design teams to enhance the emotional impact of the musical.
- Stayed cool under pressure, maintaining energy and excitement during live shows.
Lady in Red- For Colored Girls
Theater Morgan
08.2023 - 10.2023
- Delivered emotionally charged monologues exploring themes of love, loss, and empowerment.
- Developed a deep understanding of poetic dialogue and heightened language.
- Collaborated with the cast to embody the raw emotional journey of the play.
- Worked closely with the director to bring out the vulnerability and resilience of the character.
Ismene- Antigone
Theater Morgan
09.2022 - 11.2022
- Brought Ismene’s internal conflict to life, balancing loyalty to her sister with societal expectations.
- Collaborated with the director to highlight the emotional bond between Ismene and Antigone.
- Created a nuanced performance that showcased Ismene’s vulnerability and strength.
- Built strong connections with the cast, enhancing the themes of duty and defiance.
Rebecca Gibbs- Our Town
Theater Morgan
09.2021 - 11.2021
- Brought to life the youthful curiosity and innocence of Rebecca Gibbs, capturing the charm of small-town life.
- Helped convey the deeper, emotional layers of the play through Rebecca’s simple observations about family, time, and growing up.
- Worked closely with the ensemble to create the tight-knit feel of Grover’s Corners, contributing to the overall warmth and nostalgia of the story.
- Used subtle gestures and period-appropriate mannerisms to give Rebecca a sense of authenticity and connection to her world.
Reverend Whitaker
Theater Morgan Blue Cavell-Allette
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Theater
Morgan State University
Baltimore, MD05.2025
Skills
- Yoruba accent
- Stage management
- Tennis
- Dancing (Choreograph)
- Improv
- Problem-Solving
- Organizational Skills
- Active Listening
- Flexible and Adaptable
Eyes
Dark Brown
Height
5'3"
Certification
Driver's License, WI
More Credits
- Magic City Massacre, Reverend Whitaker, Theater Morgan
- My Mind, Officer #2, Student Project Britney Thurston
- 20/02 Assistant Stage manger, Towson & Theater Morgan
- The Last To Know : A Juneteenth Story, Phoebe , The Angel Wing Project
Short film
Students Not Survivors, Leah, Student Project Liam Hunt
Citizenship
U.S. Citizen/Passport
Hair
Black
Languages
Yoruba
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Youth Art Mentor
Youth Art Institute- JELMA
06.2024 - 08.2024
Production Stage Manager- The Color Purple Musical
Morgan State Musical Theater Department
09.2023 - 04.2024
Lady in Red- For Colored Girls
Theater Morgan
08.2023 - 10.2023
Ismene- Antigone
Theater Morgan
09.2022 - 11.2022
Rebecca Gibbs- Our Town
Theater Morgan
09.2021 - 11.2021
Reverend Whitaker
Theater Morgan Blue Cavell-Allette
Bachelor of Arts - Theater
Morgan State University
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