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Lenessa Hickman Haynes

Graduate Student
Los Angeles,CA

Summary

I am a passionate and energetic Creative Academic seeking an environment where I can utilize my multidisciplinary background, writing, and research skills. I am best known for my ability to make relationships through creativity and emotion. I pride myself in my ability to write succinctly and clearly for large audiences.

Overview

2
2
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education

Work History

Dramaturg (11:38 to Fon Du Lac)

University Of California, Los Angeles
Los Angeles, CA
05.2022 - 06.2022

As Dramaturg for production of the new play 11:38 to Fon Du Lac I conducted careful historical research to determine appropriate choices for the production. I kept a keen eye on art, theatre, music, and fashion to help the director and writer cultivate the show's aesthetics. This research was presented in a visually appealing and digestible format via presentations and well-organized digital documents. Additionally, I worked closely with actors to deepen their relationships to character and setting.

Assistant Manager

Cirilla's
Kansas City , MO
08.2020 - 03.2021

I provided respectful and educational in-person customer service. As a seller of adult products, I was sensitive to each customer to ensure their comfort, and knowledgeable to ensure their confidence. During my time, I enhanced merchandise and promotional strategies by creating sex educational content on social media, in turn driving sales. Responsibilities also included:

  • Help with planning schedules and delegating assignments to meet coverage and service demands.
  • Complete regular inventory counts to verify stock levels, address discrepancies and forecast future needs.
  • Monitor security and COVID-19 Safety precautions to protect staff and customers

Great Oaks Fellow

AmeriCorps VISTA
New York, NY
08.2019 - 06.2020

I led multiple small group instruction periods in Eighth Grade English, as well as after school clubs and committees for Great Oaks Charter School, both in -person and virtual. I adhered to all NYC curriculum guidelines while providing fresh and relevant lessons to my students. Additionally responsibilities include:

  • Create write-ups and reports for teachers, parents and administration
  • Plan and supervised class projects, field trips and visits by guest speakers.
  • Identify signs of emotional or developmental problems in students.
  • Support student skill development in alignment with personal and academic goals.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - History/Political Science

University of Pittsburgh - Bradford
Bradford, PA
01.2015 - 04.2018

Ph. D. Student - Theatre And Performance Studies

University of California - Los Angeles
Los Angeles, CA
09.2021 - Current

Skills

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Additional Experiences

  • Dramaturg, Sweet Charity dir. by Claire Edmonds, UCLA, 2022
  • Creative Director, Performance, Victor Shawn KC Pride 2019
  • Host and Segment Producer, "Generation Rap", Carter Broadcasting Group, 2011-2013; Guest, 2016

Timeline

Dramaturg (11:38 to Fon Du Lac)

University Of California, Los Angeles
05.2022 - 06.2022

Ph. D. Student - Theatre And Performance Studies

University of California - Los Angeles
09.2021 - Current

Assistant Manager

Cirilla's
08.2020 - 03.2021

Great Oaks Fellow

AmeriCorps VISTA
08.2019 - 06.2020

Bachelor of Arts - History/Political Science

University of Pittsburgh - Bradford
01.2015 - 04.2018
Lenessa Hickman HaynesGraduate Student