Lissa Halsinger
Portland,OR
Summary
Accomplished manager and coordinator with a proven track record at arts organizations. Enhancing program efficiency and quality through expert project management and innovative systems development. Demonstrates a unique blend of music, theater, social justice, and administrative knowledge with a dynamic approach to collaborative arts teams.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Manager - Beyond Van Gogh/Beyond Monet Exhibition
Paquin Entertainment
10.2024 - 01.2025
- Managed and motivated employees to be productive and engaged in work.
- Maintained professional, organized, and safe environment for employees and patrons.
- Collaborated with General Manager on staffing, scheduling, communication systems, and gave technical suggestions
Piano Accompanist and Music Director
Lissa X Music
01.2019 - Current
- Support music education programs by providing piano accompaniment for student recitals and examinations.
- Scoring and arranging
- Improve rehearsal efficiency by skillfully sight-reading new material, allowing for more focused attention on interpretation and expression.
- Special interest in new and contemporary works
- Professional performer, multi-discipline
Program Manager - Echo Theater
Echo Theater Company
08.2023 - 10.2024
- Managed and supervised administrative and daily program operations, complying with policies and regulations.
- Facilitated continuing education workshops and conducted one-on-one training to educate staff members.
- Managed Financial Aid program and budgeting
- Collaborate closely Production, Creative, and Outreach departments
Opera A La Cart Manager
Portland Opera
06.2023 - 09.2023
- Communicate with venues and performers leading up to booked performances
- Create tailored set lists for each performance
- Manage and distribute schedules for talent, technical crew, and venue
- Serve as venue point of contact, host, and set up/tear down crew on show days
Programs Coordinator
Bellingham Music
10.2021 - 11.2022
- Direct marketing campaigns targeting both grassroot local groups and Meta users with online ad strategies
- Facilitate regular meetings with team members to discuss progress updates, address challenges, and brainstorm new logistics systems
- Establish strategic partnerships with external organizations, expanding program reach and impact.
- Maintain detailed records of program activities and participant data, ensuring compliance with internal policies and mission goals
Technical Intern
Civic Arts Stage Company
01.2015 - 04.2015
- Maintain a clean and safe backstage during technical rehearsals and shows
- Apprentice under theater tech staff in the areas of lighting, set movement, stage management, and backstage coordination
Private Music Teacher
Lissa X Music
06.2016 - Current
- Private and group instruction in piano, voice, guitar, accompanying, musical theater, choir, and performance technique
- Establish and maintain network of music contacts to promote work continuity.
- Successfully manage sole proprietor business operations
Front Office Coordinator
Echo Theater Company
04.2023 - 08.2023
- Efficiently respond to customer queries and payment processing
- Offer technical support and troubleshot issues to enhance office productivity.
- Welcome patrons and immediately offered assistance as well as ensure safety of minors during, before, and after class
- Deliver top-notch administrative support to theater coaching staff
Backstage Coordinator and Teaching Artist
Bay Area Children's Theater
11.2016 - 08.2017
- Assist Directors with classroom management, communication with young actors and families, and gathering materials
- Serve as music director and accompanist during rehearsals
- Serve as backstage coordinator during shows
Education
Bachelor's of Music - Musicology - Piano Area
Western Washington University
Bellingham, WA03.2022
Skills
- Project Management
- Training and Development
- Depth of knowledge of the theater and music communities
- Growth mindset towards developing new systems and communication pathways
- Transcription and Arranging
Timeline
Manager - Beyond Van Gogh/Beyond Monet Exhibition
Paquin Entertainment
10.2024 - 01.2025
Program Manager - Echo Theater
Echo Theater Company
08.2023 - 10.2024
Opera A La Cart Manager
Portland Opera
06.2023 - 09.2023
Front Office Coordinator
Echo Theater Company
04.2023 - 08.2023
Programs Coordinator
Bellingham Music
10.2021 - 11.2022
Piano Accompanist and Music Director
Lissa X Music
01.2019 - Current
Backstage Coordinator and Teaching Artist
Bay Area Children's Theater
11.2016 - 08.2017
Private Music Teacher
Lissa X Music
06.2016 - Current
Technical Intern
Civic Arts Stage Company
01.2015 - 04.2015
Bachelor's of Music - Musicology - Piano Area
Western Washington University
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