Hi, I’m
Jaida Newhouse
Stagehand
Austin,TX
Overview
3
years of professional experience
1
Certification
Work History
IATSE Local 205Austin, TX
Stagehand
12.2021 - Current
Job overview
- Assists in stage and technical setup and breakdown for events.
- Adhere to safety protocol in storing, loading, and unloading stage equipment.
- Collaborates with Union crew to monitor performances and move props and set pieces at appropriate cues.
- Rigs lighting equipment and assesses finished work for compliance with specifications.
Stage AllianceAustin, TX
Stagehand/Carpenter
12.2021 - Current
Job overview
- Assembles products using hand and power tools safely and effectively.
- Assists in stage and technical setup and breakdown for events.
- Adhere to safety protocol in storing, loading, and unloading stage equipment for Broadway Productions.
The TX Union Austin, TX
Audio Visual Technician
10.2021 - Current
Job overview
- Integrated professional audio/video systems and provided technical assistance to resolve issues.
- Transported and installed equipment for live events.
Hogg Memorial AuditoriumAustin, TX
Stagehand
10.2021 - 11.2021
Job overview
- Assisted in stage and technical setup and breakdown for HBO filming.
- Adhered to safety protocol in storing, loading and unloading set pieces and stage equipment.
- Collaborated with Union crew to monitor performances and move props and set pieces at appropriate cues.
The TX Union Austin , TX
Building Monitor
01.2021 - 10.2021
Job overview
- Checked identification of people exiting and entering building to prevent entrance of unauthorized persons.
- Records daily activity within building through online reporting system.
- Works in tandem with Union Hospitality to accommodate needs of guests as they arise.
Longhorn Quidditch Austin, TX
Social Media Manager
05.2020 - 09.2021
Job overview
- Directed social media and digital marketing strategy and initiatives to promote brand building, player recruitment and external sponsorship.
- Grew social media following by 10% during tenure.
- Aligned visual design and brand messaging elements to deliver consistency across social media platforms (Twitter, Instagram, Facebook, etc.)
YMCA Collin County Adventure Camp Anna, TX
Summer Camp Counselor
05.2020 - 07.2021
Job overview
- Enforced discipline and policies to protect safety of recreational activity participants.
- Engaged children in arts and crafts, singing, sports activities, games and field trips while maintaining safe environment.
- Coordinated and led group activities for campers and counselors.
- Explained principles, techniques and safety requirements to activity participants to prevent injury.
Lee and Joe Jamail Texas Swimming Center Austin, TX
Entrance Monitor
08.2020 - 02.2021
Job overview
- Affirmed compliance with safety and facility policies by enforcing consistent rules.
- Assisted customers at box office or will call areas by responding to wide range of questions, inquiries and issues.
- Promoted high level of guest satisfaction through genuine, enthusiastic and friendly interactions.
Education
University of Texas At AustinAustin, TX
Bachelor of Science from Radio-Television-Film
05.2024
University Overview
- Dean's List Honoree (Fall 2020-Present)
- Moody Success Scholar
- First Abroad Scholar
- 3.8 GPA
Skills
- Teamwork
- Communications
- Security standards expertise
- Customer Service
- Intermediate French fluency
- Brand development and awareness
- Client relationship management
- Acting
- Set construction
- Film and Video Production
- Managing props
- Audio systems
Certification
- Mobile Elevated Work Platform Operator Certified (2023)
- CPR Certified (2021)
Timeline
Stagehand
IATSE Local 205
12.2021 - Current
Stagehand/Carpenter
Stage Alliance
12.2021 - Current
Audio Visual Technician
The TX Union
10.2021 - Current
Stagehand
Hogg Memorial Auditorium
10.2021 - 11.2021
Building Monitor
The TX Union
01.2021 - 10.2021
Entrance Monitor
Lee and Joe Jamail Texas Swimming Center
08.2020 - 02.2021
Social Media Manager
Longhorn Quidditch
05.2020 - 09.2021
Summer Camp Counselor
YMCA Collin County Adventure Camp
05.2020 - 07.2021
University of Texas At Austin
Bachelor of Science from Radio-Television-Film