Justine Danielle Giachetti
Spring Lake
Summary
Reliable candidate ready to take on challenges using creative problem-solving, empathetic group leadership, and task prioritization skills to help team succeed.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Associate Artistic Director
IlluminArt Productions
Staten Island, NY
07.2024 - 08.2026
- Collaborate with the Artistic Director to shape and execute the organization’s artistic vision
- Oversaw and taught “Arts Empowerment” programming, classes that teach high-risk and neurodivergent students to use the arts to express themselves in healthy ways
- Oversaw annual fundraising gala administratively as well as artistically (musical revue)
- Served as in-house playwright, adapting and tweaking current and future touring company scripts
- Co-directed school-year educational touring company, as well as cast.
- Assist in selecting and developing production season programming for Theatre for Young Audiences
- Support outreach and audience engagement initiatives.
Summer Touring Company Director
IlluminArt Productions
Staten Island, NY
05.2022 - 08.2026
- Created budgets to work with both the company’s and each site’s financial needs
- Hired production personnel, including orchestrating casting sessions
- Oversaw rehearsals, providing guidance and feedback to actors on their performances.
- Oversaw curriculum and instruction of educational workshops
- Wrote and created original productions that were produced
- Scheduled and maintained touring calendar, acting as contact with site directors
- Fostered collaborative environment among all members of production team, encouraging open communication and idea-sharing.
Teaching Artist
IlluminArt Productions
Staten Island, NY
09.2017 - 08.2026
- Led theatre and arts education programming for students as young as pre-K to senior citizens
Community Engagement Director
IlluminArt Productions
Staten Island, NY
01.2022 - 07.2024
- Wrote press releases, media advisories, and pitches to gain media coverage.
- Created social media content, email blasts, and graphics to support PR efforts.
- Organized fundraising events and galas, ensuring tasks were completed on time and within budget.
- Managed box office and front-of-house operations for Theatre for Young Audiences and community productions.
- Developed event budgets and provided financial updates to stakeholders.
- Secured sponsorships from local businesses to offset event costs.
- Represented the organization at industry events, building partnerships and connections.
- Expanded outreach, growing program membership and funding.
Touring Artist
IlluminArt Productions
Staten Island, NY
09.2017 - 07.2024
- Performed and helped write 8 touring shows in rep centered around social/emotional issues
Nanny
Childcare
New Jersey
01.2010 - Current
- Supervised and ensured the safety and well-being of children from infancy through early childhood
- Planned engaging educational and play-based activities supporting cognitive, social, and emotional development
- Maintained structured daily routines including meals, rest, hygiene, and transitions
- Implemented positive behavior management strategies to promote respectful interactions
- Provided attentive infant care (diapering, naps, developmental support)
- Maintained clean, organized, and safe play and learning environments
- Responded calmly to injuries, emergencies, and children’s personal or emotional needs
Lead Daycare Teacher
MyGym Daycare and Gym
Princeton, NJ
06.2019 - 03.2020
- Developed and implemented age-appropriate curricula to enhance children's learning experiences.
- Supervised daily activities, ensuring safety and engagement for all children in care.
- Mentored and trained junior staff on effective teaching strategies and classroom management techniques.
- Collaborated with parents to discuss children's progress, fostering strong family relationships.
- Adhered to state and federal standards governing daycare environment and curriculum.
- Encouraged children to navigate challenges independently and develop confidence and early learning abilities.
- Implemented learning curriculum while creating fun, interactive experiences.
- Provided basic care for children by feeding, changing diapers and grooming.
Artistic Director
Breaking Through the Box
Mercer County, NJ
05.2016 - 01.2023
- Developed marketing strategies to promote theater productions and boost ticket sales.
- Curated a full season of programming and managed customer experiences.
- Acted as a liaison between the executive team and production teams.
- Coordinated the work of writers, directors, and managers during production.
- Fostered a collaborative, communicative environment within the production team.
- Monitored progress and held regular meetings to ensure production goals were met.
Theater Director
Frogbridge Day Camp
Millstone, NJ
05.2018 - 09.2020
- Curated and led youth programming, including full scale productions
- Led theatre and arts education programming for students as young as pre-K to high school level
- Created production budgets as well as crafted and created the majority of design positions
General Manager/Underwriting Producer
107.7 The Bronc
Lawrenceville, NJ
09.2014 - 05.2017
- Won multiple Marconi and National Broadcaster Association awards for underwriting production and promotional events.
- Represented the station at community events and managed event-day projects, auctions, and presentations.
- Led and trained a team, providing guidance and performance evaluations.
- Supervised daily station operations to ensure smooth functioning and customer satisfaction.
- Recorded and mixed audio for music albums, podcasts, and commercials.
- Wrote clear and engaging scripts for promotions, announcements, and customer interactions.
Education
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) - Film, TV, and Radio Communications
Rider University
05.2017
Skills
- Can type 75 words a minute
- Event planning
- CPR and First Aid Trained
- Licensed Bartender
- Box Office Management
- Google Drive Suite Expertise
- Organizational Skills
- Problem Solving and Conflict Resolution
- NJ Driver’s License
- Theatre Professional (Writer/Director/Actor/Etc)
- Infant care experience
- Reliability and trustworthiness
Timeline
Associate Artistic Director
IlluminArt Productions
07.2024 - 08.2026
Summer Touring Company Director
IlluminArt Productions
05.2022 - 08.2026
Community Engagement Director
IlluminArt Productions
01.2022 - 07.2024
Lead Daycare Teacher
MyGym Daycare and Gym
06.2019 - 03.2020
Theater Director
Frogbridge Day Camp
05.2018 - 09.2020
Teaching Artist
IlluminArt Productions
09.2017 - 08.2026
Touring Artist
IlluminArt Productions
09.2017 - 07.2024
Artistic Director
Breaking Through the Box
05.2016 - 01.2023
General Manager/Underwriting Producer
107.7 The Bronc
09.2014 - 05.2017
Nanny
Childcare
01.2010 - Current
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) - Film, TV, and Radio Communications
Rider University