Michaela Spellman
Los Angeles,CA
Summary
Dynamic and passionate Creative Entertainer, Administrator, and Educator based in Los Angeles with extensive experience in directing, producing, and performing. Adept at blending artistic expression with educational objectives to foster social and emotional growth in children. Proven ability to manage and train teams, and create engaging content in children's media and theatre. Committed to delivering impactful, high-quality experiences for diverse audiences.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Creative Director/Coordinator, Theatre Department
STAR Education
02.2023 - Current
- Spearheaded innovative approaches to resource allocation and strategic planning.
- Oversee and coordinate musical theatre productions across multiple elementary schools in the Los Angeles area for a non-profit organization.
- Manage and train teams of educators to implement curricula and deliver fully realized theatre productions.
- Serve as the creative director for staff-produced shows and take a hands-on role in directing and producing personal projects.
Producer/Performer
Hang Onto the Dream Theatre
08.2023 - 12.2023
- Presented production ideas and determined creative scenarios for production and delivery.
- Developed and performed a unique children’s show focused on social-emotional learning and individual expression.
- Created a supportive environment for children to explore their social-emotional skills through engaging performances and interactive activities.
- Liaised with directors, actors and other creative staff to successfully complete projects.
Voice Actor
Various Media Outlets
01.2016 - Current
- Voiced characters across multiple children's media outlets with various notable clients in animation
- Travelling nationally performing/puppeteering in world-renowned theatre's for children.
- Interpreted scripts to create believable characters.
- Delivered unique and compelling performances on both stage and screen.
Teacher
The Awesome Playground
05.2016 - 08.2019
- Preschool teacher for children ages 2-5 in a classroom environment
- Created a special curriculum devised to fit every child's special needs for a structured yet playful day
- Engaged children in learning through art, science, music, and play
- Provided children with awareness to their surroundings and socialization skills
- Created my own music class which gave students the space to express themselves through art.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Musical Theatre
The University of The Arts
Philadelphia, PA05.2015
Skills
- Creative Direction: Expertise in directing and producing theatrical productions for children
- Voice Acting: Versatile voice work across various media including animation, live performances, and dubbing
- Educational Programming: Design and implementation of curricula to support creative and educational outcomes
- Team Management: Experience in training and leading teams to achieve high-quality results
Timeline
Producer/Performer
Hang Onto the Dream Theatre
08.2023 - 12.2023
Creative Director/Coordinator, Theatre Department
STAR Education
02.2023 - Current
Teacher
The Awesome Playground
05.2016 - 08.2019
Voice Actor
Various Media Outlets
01.2016 - Current
Bachelor of Arts - Musical Theatre
The University of The Arts
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