Graci Melbourne
Abilene,TX
Summary
Motivated student looking for real-world experience in the arts community. Familiar with strategies for marketing operations, customer service, and arts development. Quick learner with a penchant for organization and problem-solving. Committed to the arts and ready to make a positive change.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Co-Director of Marketing
McMurry University
Abilene, TX
05.2022 - Current
- Coordinated with creative team to develop marketing strategies to increase audience engagement.
- Designed and implemented a brand for the McMurry Theatre Department.
- Created graphics and media content for production advertisement.
- Collaborated with Box Office Manager to implement donor and patron outreach.
Dance Instructor
Abilene Performing Arts Company
Abilene, TX
08.2021 - Current
- Planned and choreographed full tap-dance routine for classes of 10-20 students.
- Provided comprehensive instruction to both beginning and intermediate level students.
- Assisted in the planning and execution of APAC's yearly dance recital.
Teaching Artist
Young Audiences Of Abilene
Abilene, Texas
01.2021 - Current
- Developed lesson plans tailored for 10-25 students based in theatre arts.
- Maintained daily student records and evaluated student progress.
- Communicated frequently with parents, students and faculty to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies.
Concessions Attendant
The Historic Paramount Theatre
Abilene, TX
03.2019 - Current
- Provided quick and friendly service to concessions patrons.
- Performed duties including serving, cleaning, and stocking to company standards.
- Kept register balanced by accurately processing cash, credit and debit payments.
- Trained new employees on company practices.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Theatre Arts
McMurry University
Abilene, TX05.2023
Skills
- Online Marketing and Advertising
- Customer Service and Transactions
- Word, Google, Adobe Applications
- Digital Communications
- Organization
- Superior Work Ethic
Other
- Organized, directed, and produced home school theatre productions from 2016-2019. Classes were made up of 18 to 35 kids, and were culminated in an end-of-year play.
- Awarded Gold Key in Southwestern Region 2019, 2020 (Dramatic Writing and Poetry).
- Appeared as McMurry University's leading social media presence on "What's Up, War Hawk?"
Timeline
Co-Director of Marketing
McMurry University
05.2022 - Current
Dance Instructor
Abilene Performing Arts Company
08.2021 - Current
Teaching Artist
Young Audiences Of Abilene
01.2021 - Current
Concessions Attendant
The Historic Paramount Theatre
03.2019 - Current
Bachelor of Arts - Theatre Arts
McMurry University
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