Kathleen O'Mara
Ridgway,CO
Summary
Dynamic visionary excelling in management and fostering creative event planning. Skilled in client relations, I drive successful initiatives that promote community engagement.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
Work History
Artistic Director
Minerva West
04.2022 - Current
- Oversaw rehearsal schedules, ensuring efficient use of time while maintaining high artistic standards throughout the process.
- Facilitated communication between all team members, fostering a positive work environment for creativity to thrive.
Development of Community Theatre Arts
Ridgway Chautauqua Society
01.2018 - 04.2022
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
Founder of Not for Profit Organization
Minerva Arts Center
01.2011 - 04.2018
- Worked closely with organizational leadership and board of directors to guide operational strategy.
- Oversaw financial management, ensuring fiscal responsibility and long-term sustainability for the organization.
- Monitored compliance with laws and regulations to protect organization from legal liabilities and penalties.
- Fostered work culture of collaboration and inclusion to increase morale and improve quality of programming.
- Built relationships with donors, government officials and other organizations to secure funding and support for organization.
Self Employed Arts Education
Minerva Stage DBA
05.1996 - 10.2011
- Self-starter with a vision.
- Worked effectively in numerous states, educational institutions, and multi-age participants.
- Skilled at scheduling, time management and building new work opportunities.
- Proven ability to learn business quickly and adapt to challenges and conflicts.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help with whatever was needed.
- Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement for the business.
Education
Master of Arts - Teaching
Trinity College
Washington DC06-1994
Bachelor of Arts - Political Science And History
Rosemont College
Rosemont, PA06-1992
Skills
- Photo editing
- Visual art creation
- Creative vision
- Client relations
- Project management
- Digital media
- Microsoft Office Suite
Timeline
Artistic Director
Minerva West
04.2022 - Current
Development of Community Theatre Arts
Ridgway Chautauqua Society
01.2018 - 04.2022
Founder of Not for Profit Organization
Minerva Arts Center
01.2011 - 04.2018
Self Employed Arts Education
Minerva Stage DBA
05.1996 - 10.2011
Master of Arts - Teaching
Trinity College
Bachelor of Arts - Political Science And History
Rosemont College
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