Joshua (JoJo) Ward
Savannah,GA
Summary
Knowledgeable professional with strong background in teaching fine arts. Proven track record of successfully engaging students in learning. Employs deep understanding of importance of creativity in workspace to meet student needs. Trained professional with strong experience in traditional and modern approaches to teaching arts, as well as behind the scenes elements in the creative process of a theatre production. Creates stimulating lessons for all levels of students. Believes in value of collaboration and committed to fostering classroom environment that encourages students to think critically and expressively. Energetic Performer skilled in diverse dance styles and choreography.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Theatre Teacher, Art Assistant, Performer
Savannah Children's Theatre
05.2020 - Current
- Implemented effective classroom management techniques to provide safe, calm learning environment.
- Exposed students to diverse content to build perspective in drama pedagogy.
- Planned lessons to reflect group and individual student needs utilizing creative instruction.
- Adapted teaching strategies to remain inclusive to diverse learning styles.
- Produced countless theatrical performances each year streamlining technical elements.
- Sang and danced with creative ensembles and troupes for dramatic and comedic performances.
- Anticipated design issues and proved to be proactive in developing effective solutions.
Server Shift Leader
Kayak Kafe
01.2019 - 05.2022
- Cultivated warm relationships with regular customers.
- Oversaw daily operations of service team, delegated tasks, and trained new staff.
- Handled customer complaints professionally, resolving issues through diplomatic acknowledgment and commitment to service.
- Displayed enthusiasm and promoted excellent service to customers, successfully increasing referrals, and walk-in business.
- Collaborated with kitchen staff to coordinate restaurant goals such as upselling certain items, addressing product availability issues and other communication concerns.
- Inspected FOH stock to identify shortages, replenish supply and maintain consistent inventory.
Shipment Key Holder
Bath & Body Works Inc.
09.2018 - 01.2019
- Assisted with team responsibilities by cleaning, managing cash registers, and product merchandising.
- Oversaw store operations by counting cash drawers, reviewing equipment management, and supervising inventory staff.
- Engaged with customers to build rapport and promote long-term loyalty for increased sales.
- Maintain a clean and organized worked environment on the store floor and stockroom throughout duration of the shift.
- Trained new employees about daily operations, shipment handling. damages, etc.
- Managed store personnel by delegating tasks and supervising daily operations.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Theatre Performance
Armstrong State University
Savannah, GA05.2017
Skills
- Feedback Incorporation
- Group Assistance
- Preparing Course Materials
- Internship Oversight
- Editing Software
- Fundraising Expertise
- Theater Production and Document Coordination
- Immersive Activities and Student Teaching Supervision
- Microsoft Office
- Acting and Performance Techniques; Voice and Dance Studies
- Google Docs
- Scheduling Coordination
Accomplishments
- Collaborated with team of 2-5 members in the development of Let's Put on a Play Field Trips
- Originating Cast Member in first ever touring production Backpack of Power for Savannah Children's Theatre
- First Regional Premiere Actor to play Spongebob Squarepants in Spongebob Squarepants: The Musical
Additional Information
I'm a hardworking individual with tenacity and a will to succeed. I believe in the value of proper employee training for new hires and creative a sustainable, empathetic, and goal-achieving team. I specialize in the use of creative materials and procedures to achieve the most efficient and effective outcome pleasing to both staff members and customers for the better good of prolonged business.
Languages
Spanish
Limited Working
Timeline
Theatre Teacher, Art Assistant, Performer
Savannah Children's Theatre
05.2020 - Current
Server Shift Leader
Kayak Kafe
01.2019 - 05.2022
Shipment Key Holder
Bath & Body Works Inc.
09.2018 - 01.2019
Bachelor of Arts - Theatre Performance
Armstrong State University
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