Jennifer Austin Hughes
Carbondale,CO
Summary
Dynamic Executive Director with a proven track record, showcasing exceptional skills in theatrical production and community engagement. Spearheaded over 50 theatrical productions, significantly enhancing organizational growth. Adept at audio editing with Adobe Audition and skilled at fostering professional environments. Demonstrates innovation, creativity, and the ability to inspire teams towards achieving excellence.
Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Executive Director
Stage of Life (Sol) Theatre Company
Carbondale, CO
02.2024 - Current
- Produced, directed, and designed over 50 youth and adult theatrical productions and camps, including 11 radio shows for airing on local radio stations.
- Developed and implemented strategic plans to ensure organizational growth and development.
- Cultivated relationships with key community members, including board members, donors, sponsors, partners, and community leaders.
- Managed the organization's financial resources and operations to maximize efficiency and effectiveness.
- Managed staff, additional directors, designers, and educators to create a positive and professional environment for our students.
Podcast Producing Partner
Self-employed
Carbondale, CO
01.2023 - Current
- Helped develop the podcast for a local non-profit performance company, to expand their year-round programming.
- Developed and implemented podcast production workflow strategies to streamline production processes.
- Collaborated with guests, host, and other professionals to ensure a high-quality product.
- Edited audio content using Adobe Audition.
- Assisted with the scheduling of recording sessions, ensuring timely completion of projects.
- Assisted with scriptwriting and storyboarding for podcasts as needed.
- Provided technical support to guests during live recordings of podcasts when necessary.
- Managed all recording aspects of podcast episodes, including providing backup and archival copies.
Education
Professional Certification - Graphic Design
Colorado Mountain College
Glenwood Springs, CO05-2010
Bachelor of Arts - Theater Arts
Northern Michigan University
Marquette, MI05-1996
Skills
- Program Management
- Grant Writing
- Fundraising
- Community Engagement
- Innovation and Creativity
- Public Speaking
- Audio Editing - Adobe Audition
- Sound Design
- Creative Direction
- Script Writing
- Scene Sequencing
- Casting management
- Story Development
- Self Motivation
- Multitasking
- Graphics and Photo Imaging Software - Adobe Creative Suite
- Recording Equipment Operation
Timeline
Executive Director
Stage of Life (Sol) Theatre Company
02.2024 - Current
Podcast Producing Partner
Self-employed
01.2023 - Current
Professional Certification - Graphic Design
Colorado Mountain College
Bachelor of Arts - Theater Arts
Northern Michigan University