Lexin (Lily) Earl
Ames
Summary
Throughout my education, I have had many opportunities to build communicative and leadership skills. Through my internship at Newton High School, I have developed multitasking skills and time management. Now in my university education, I am expanding my horizons and technical capabilities.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Electrics Assistant
Fisher Theatre
09.2025 - Current
- Assembled lighting fixtures and equipment for productions at Fisher Theatre, ensuring timely setup and functionality.
- Operated lifts and ladders safely to access elevated areas for installation and maintenance.
Interning Co-Lights Manager
Newton Performing Arts Center
Newton
11.2022 - 08.2025
- In charge of programming and running lights for any shows performing in the Newton High School Performing Arts Center.
- Communicated and collaborated with any bands, businesses, and organizations to put on the best performance possible.
- Responsible for the construction and tearing down of all sets and props used on stage for all concerts and shows.
- Ensured cleanliness and functionality of stage, audience areas, catwalks, and booth for successful performances.
- Newton Senior High School - Interning Co-Lights Manager
Main Camera Operator
Newton Cardinal TV
Newton
09.2023 - 09.2024
- Operated the main camera for all live-streaming Cardinal TV sporting events. Broadcast on Team1Sports.
- HA Lynn Stadium - Main Camera Operator
- Operated the main camera during live events at HA Lynn Stadium.
Education
Bachelor's Degree - Performing Arts
Iowa State University
Ames, Iowa05-2029
High School Diploma -
Newton Senior High School
Newton, Iowa05-2025
DMACC Newton Campus
Newton, Iowa05-2025
Skills
- Stage lighting
- Lighting design
- Theater lighting programming
- Problem-Solving
- Time Management
- Leadership
- Communication Skills
Accomplishments
- Programmed lights for organizations to allow them to perform.
- President of the NHS Filmmaking Club.
- Developed and programmed the lights for 20+ shows, including dances, musicals, band concerts, contests, and programs over four years.
Awards
- Best Lead Actor in a Movie, 2023, Aliens
- A and/or B Honor Roll, 2022-2025
- Presidential Award, DMACC
- Newton All-Academic Team
- National Honors Society Member
Activities And Accomplishments
- Newton Performing Arts Center, Lights manager, Programmer, Designer, Operator
- Newton Theatre, Involved in set building, as well as cast., Lead Role of Tzeitel in 'Fiddler On the Roof' 04/01/23., Role of Megara in 'Hercules' 11/01/23., Role of Ethel Toffelmier in 'Music Man Jr' 03/01/24., Role of Narrator in 'Little Town of Christmas' 11/01/24., Role of Dorothy in 'The Wizard of Oz' 04/01/25., Responsible for running lights for children's summer theater in the Newton Community Theatre (four years)., Programmed and performed lights for 'A Christmas Carol', 2021. 'Exposed', 2022. 'Snow Off-White', 2024. 'Little Town of Christmas', 2024.
- Newton Filmmaking Club, Lead actress in films (Aliens, Mama), Social Media Manager/Officer, President
- Newton Cardinal TV, Ran the main camera for all of our football home game livestreams. Included zoom, effects, smooth transitions, and camera work.
- NHS Speech and Debate
- Volunteering, Red Pride Service Day, National Honors Society Events
- Chamber Choir
- Jazz Choir
Timeline
Electrics Assistant
Fisher Theatre
09.2025 - Current
Main Camera Operator
Newton Cardinal TV
09.2023 - 09.2024
Interning Co-Lights Manager
Newton Performing Arts Center
11.2022 - 08.2025
Bachelor's Degree - Performing Arts
Iowa State University
High School Diploma -
Newton Senior High School
DMACC Newton Campus