Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Languages
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Jake Sturgill

Temple,TX
Jake Sturgill

Summary

Dedicated Administrative Specialist providing skills to prioritize and multi-task in fast-paced working environment. Successfully works individually as part of team to reach personal and business goals. Known for successfully handling escalated issues. Recognized and commended for collaborating with upper management to support organizational objectives.

Overview

6

Years of professional experience

3
years of post-secondary education

Work History

Phantasmagoria Designs
Colorado Springs, CO

Founder, CEO
01.2023 - Current

Job overview

  • Freelance, commission, and technical drafting services provided via online interface, developed and designed by self
  • Oversee budgetary and financial activities and implement strategies to grow business and profits
  • Full Automation of Sales and Delivery

Rancier Middle School
Killeen, TX

Director of Theatre
2021 - 2022 (1 education.year_Label)

Job overview

  • Developed and maintained purchasing, accounting, ticketing, and tracking systems and processes for multiple departments
  • Devised and implemented strategies to create new revenue streams and cut operational costs
  • Orchestrated license agreements for script, sound, performance rights, talent media releases, and distribution contracts
  • Observed tight deadlines, creative restrictions, and strict budgetary controls to avoid waste and streamline costs.

Marshall ISD
Marshall, TX

Technical Director and UIL Coordinator
2019 - 2020 (1 education.year_Label)

Job overview

  • Identified and approved equipment and elements required for productions, classrooms, and programs through review and submission of purchase orders
  • Coordinated logistics and operations for multiple extracurricular programs concurrently (Teams of 2-525+)
  • Developed, assisted with, and facilitated appropriate, efficient, and effective communication among competitive district coaching team of 72 while directing implementation of all applicable COVID-19 guidelines, logistics, and safety directives

Mount Pleasant ISD
Mount Pleasant, TX

Director of Theatre Arts, Auditorium Supervisor
2017 - 2019 (2 education.years_Label)

Job overview

  • Directed and oversaw auditorium assets, inventory, functions, and logistics including production management and development, emerging brand creation, and box office marketing and operations
  • Directed development of pre-pandemic hybrid, in-person, and online training courses with assistance from campus counselors for team members with limited access
  • Cultivated strong professional relationships with suppliers and key clients to drive long-term business development.
  • Evolved outbound sales efforts by incorporating best practices and capitalizing on industry trends.
  • Led sales planning, development and account management to grow existing accounts and establish new sales accounts.

Education

Texas A&M University - Commerce
Commerce, TX

Bachelor of Science from Theatre
08.2014 - 08.2017

University Overview

Cum Laude, with Honors

  • GPA: 3.69
  • Vienna, Austria Studies Abroad on Choral Arts
  • Thesis: The Importance of Relative Omniscience in Successful Modern Theatre: An Academic Dissection of “Phantasmagoria,” A Theatrical Production Written and Designed by Jace Sturgill
  • Member of Alpha Psi Omega Theatre Honors Fraternity

Skills

  • Exemplary multitasking and customer service
  • 82 wpm Typing Speed
  • Logistics, Coordination, and Communications
  • Customer Data Confidentiality

Languages

English
Native/ Bilingual
Spanish
Professional
German
Limited

Timeline

Founder, CEO
Phantasmagoria Designs
01.2023 - Current
Texas A&M University - Commerce
Bachelor of Science from Theatre
08.2014 - 08.2017
Director of Theatre
Rancier Middle School
2021 - 2022 (1 education.year_Label)
Technical Director and UIL Coordinator
Marshall ISD
2019 - 2020 (1 education.year_Label)
Director of Theatre Arts, Auditorium Supervisor
Mount Pleasant ISD
2017 - 2019 (2 education.years_Label)
Jake Sturgill