GRACE UZARRAGA
STATE_US
Summary
Professional stage production worker with solid background in supporting theatrical and live event setups. Bringing more than 3 years of experience. Recognized for achieving technical excellence with each project and strong team collaborator, adaptable to changing needs, and always reliable for ensuring smooth operations.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Event Stagehand
Rhino Staging
Tucson, AZ
02.2026 - Current
- General Stagehand– Loader, Pusher, Electrician
- Understanding of general industry terms and fundamental principles
- Enhanced stage production quality by efficiently setting up and breaking down sets, lighting, video, and sound equipment.
- Demonstrated flexibility in adapting responsibilities as needed due to unexpected circumstances or last-minute changes before showtime.
Production Worker
BORDERLANDS THEATER
Tucson, AZ
04.2025 - Current
Claudia’s Family | 2025
Assistant Stage Manager
- Writing and releasing schedules to crew and casts
- Worked backstage to assist with costume changes
- Stage setting for each scenes
Sound Designer
- Imputed sound cues and transition songs for each scenes
- Created a playlist for pre-show and intermission
Anita | 2026
Sound Designer
- Imputed sound cues
- Created a playlist for pre-show and intermission
Marketing Assistant
- Passing out fliers
- Advertising through Event Calendars
Student Production Experience
UNIVERSITY FILMMAKERS ORG. FILM CLUB
Tucson, AZ
01.2022 - 01.2024
- Editor, set dresser, sound production, boom operator, grip, actor, and camera
- Collaborated storytelling alongside with other students
- Communicating and organizing a suitable schedule with deadlines
Respite and Habilitation
ARIZONA AUTISM
Tucson, AZ
01.2023 - 01.2025
- Heartsaver First Aid CPR AED, American Heart Association
- Closely choreographed with parents to help create structured schedules that were manageable for kids
- Mentoring essential responsibility and daily life skills to kids
- Demonstrated patience, communication, and empathy skills essential in caregiving roles
Education
Bachelor of Science - Film And Television
The University of Arizona
Tucson, AZ05-2025
Skills
- Multitasking
- Adaptability under pressure
- Interpersonal relationships
- Crew assistance
- Production planning
- Media communications
Timeline
Event Stagehand
Rhino Staging
02.2026 - Current
Production Worker
BORDERLANDS THEATER
04.2025 - Current
Respite and Habilitation
ARIZONA AUTISM
01.2023 - 01.2025
Student Production Experience
UNIVERSITY FILMMAKERS ORG. FILM CLUB
01.2022 - 01.2024
Bachelor of Science - Film And Television
The University of Arizona
Volunteer Work / Internship
Borderlands Theater's 39th Season Gala | 2025
Audio Board Operator
- Making sure all audio equipment was set up and working for a smooth fundraiser
- Assisting with Lighting equipment and projectors
Kate Hugo: Murder After Mayhem Premier | 2026
- Ticket scanner/tracker
- General audiences assistance
BORDERLANDS THEATER, Tucson, AZ April 2025 - June 2025
Production/Arts Administrative Internship
No Place Like Home
Production Designer
- Production work includes: building props, setting up and tearing down equipment/stages
- Experience with power tools
- Media Assistant
- Collaborated closely with the Social Media Manager to generate and edit content for upcoming productions and branding/narrative campaigns
Barrio Stars Summer Camp: Out Loud
Stage Manager
- Assisted the directors with time management
- Giving high school students creative activities
Awards / Certificates
Adobe Express Fast Track | 2025
- Trained independently with Adobe’s editing software
- gave/took feedback with other groups within the workshop
Adobe Creative Cloud Fast Track: Premier Rush | 2022
- Practiced and experimented Premier Rush program outlines
- Created a short independent video using the program
The College of Humanities Department of Spanish and Portuguese Film Festival | 2022
- Awarded Most Original Film for Handprint