Kara Joy Fish
Summary
Dynamic and enthusiastic Performer skilled in scheduling and production management. Possesses demonstrated ability to develop new works and implement successful strategies, meeting tight deadlines and exceeding goals. Exceptional organizational and communication skills for working with diverse teams
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Music Director/Music Composer
Tilles Center
01.2024 - 02.2024
- Collaborated with musicians for seamless coordination and optimal execution of live events.
- Composed and arranged original music successfully for various projects.
- Directed groups at rehearsals and live or recorded performances to achieve desired effects such as tonal and harmonic balance dynamics, rhythm, and tempo.
- Oversaw auditions, recruiting talented performers to expand the ensemble's capabilities.
- Fostered a positive rehearsal environment, promoting open communication and constructive feedback among musicians.
Producer
Mitchell Productions Inc
09.2023 - 12.2023
- Enhanced project efficiency by streamlining production processes and implementing time-saving strategies.
- Managed budgets, ensuring projects were completed on time and within proper legal parameters for AEA.
- Liaised with directors, actors and other creative staff to successfully complete projects.
- Established strong relationships with clients, resulting in repeat business and increased referrals.
- Negotiated contracts with vendors, securing favorable terms that contributed to the overall success of each project.
Tour Actor/Director
Missoula Children's Theatre
05.2023 - 08.2023
- Collaborated with general managers and hosting companies to develop well-functioning and engaging performances.
- Managed Tour Finances by monitoring actual spending and by upholding clear agreements with venues and personnel.
- Created a welcoming and high energy atmosphere that allowed children from ages 5-18-years-old to be their authentic selves.
- Adapted seamlessly between performing and directing tasks as required by different locations.
- Traveled to performance locations to set up and complete each show in a weeks time.
Marketing Specialist
Long Island University
09.2022 - 05.2023
- Created captivating artistic graphic designs to promote shows and social media presence within the organization.
- Facilitated exchanges with industry directors to improve promotional accuracy and design preferences.
- Liaised between internal creative teams and agencies for branding ideas, graphic designs and promotional materials.
- Proficient in use of Canva to make programs, posters, etc.
- Shadowed senior personnel on complex marketing pursuits to build skills set.
Theatre Specialist
Mid-Island Day Camp
06.2021 - 08.2022
- Performed captivating theatrical lessons for ages 2-18.
- Created interactive programming for children and adults with special needs.
- Oversaw camp-wide productions while gaining crowd work experience using a mic.
- Innovated new lesson plans through the use of Google Sheets that garnered support from both staff and students.
- Ensured safety protocols were strictly followed both onstage and behind-the-scenes, reducing incidents of accidents or injuries.
Education
Bachelor of Fine Arts - Musical Theater And Arts Management
Long Island University
Greenvale, NY05.2024
Skills
- Music Composition
- Producing Shows
- Mentoring Artists
- Sight-Reading Proficiency
- Choreographer
- Open-Mic work
- Dialects/Character Voices
Timeline
Music Director/Music Composer
Tilles Center
01.2024 - 02.2024
Producer
Mitchell Productions Inc
09.2023 - 12.2023
Tour Actor/Director
Missoula Children's Theatre
05.2023 - 08.2023
Marketing Specialist
Long Island University
09.2022 - 05.2023
Theatre Specialist
Mid-Island Day Camp
06.2021 - 08.2022
Bachelor of Fine Arts - Musical Theater And Arts Management
Long Island University
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