Molly Sample
Cranford,NJ
Summary
A highly driven student currently pursuing a BS in Entertainment and Arts Management (performing arts concentration) at Drexel University. Resilient, flexible, and thrives in a fast-paced environment. Member of the Drexel Theatre Company, Campus Activities Board, Flux (the student led concert production team), The Cube Crew (the student run version of NPR's Tiny Desk), and is the editor for her major's Instagram page.
Notable high school experience: Top 15% of class, President of Gender Equity Advocates Club, Vice President of International Thespian Society, National Honor Society member, and Madrigal Honors Choir member.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Hostess
River and Rail Cantina
08.2024 - Current
- Resolved customer issues or complaints efficiently and effectively.
- Answered phone inquiries to schedule and confirm reservations, record takeout orders, and respond to service questions.
- Distributed menus to guests, led to tables, and gave initial information about service staff or specials.
Intern
Open Stage Project
09.2024 - 06.2025
- Company Overview: A non-for-profit organization linking high school-aged young women with mentors, meetings, and behind-the-scenes opportunities within the Broadway and film communities.
- Mentored with the Assistant General Manager of Disney Theatricals, Kerry McGrath.
- Visited theatrical facilities (e.g., Hudson Scenic, Propstar, etc.) and participated in Broadway talkbacks and workshops.
Assistant to Lead Meeting Planner
TLC Events Group
07.2024 - 07.2024
- Greeted visitors, clients and guests in a professional manner.
- Assisted with set up for social events and food deliveries.
- Organized and maintained filing systems for documents and records.
Head of Projections
Cranford Dramatic Club
12.2021 - 07.2022
- Manned the projection booth for Cranford Dramatic Club's kids' productions.
- Completed day-to-day duties proficiently and efficiently.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Entertainment And Arts Management
Drexel University
Philadelphia, PA06.2029
High School Diploma -
Cranford High School
Cranford, NJ06.2025
Skills
- Microsoft Excel
- Adobe's Premiere Pro
- Problem-solving
- Adaptability
- Time management
- Customer service
- Team collaboration
- Public speaking
Accomplishments
- Drexel Dean's List
- Winner of Cranford Film Festival for Best Documentary
- Cranford High School Performing Artist of the Week
- Principal's List, Honor & High Honor Roll
- AP Scholar Award
Certification
- CPR Certified
- Babysitting License
Timeline
Intern
Open Stage Project
09.2024 - 06.2025
Hostess
River and Rail Cantina
08.2024 - Current
Assistant to Lead Meeting Planner
TLC Events Group
07.2024 - 07.2024
Head of Projections
Cranford Dramatic Club
12.2021 - 07.2022
Bachelor of Science - Entertainment And Arts Management
Drexel University
High School Diploma -
Cranford High School
Volunteer Experience
- Madrigals Volunteering, Cranford High School's Madrigal Choir, Cranford, NJ
- The Lion King Broadway Flea Market Volunteer, Broadway Cares/Equity Fights Aids, New York, NY
- Camp Counselor, Camp Invention, Cranford, NJ
- PRIDE Leader, PRIDE Leadership, Cranford, NJ
- Middle School Volunteer, Cranford High School Full Value Council, Cranford, NJ
- Volunteer Performer, Livingston School's Halloween Stroll, Cranford, NJ
- Class Assistant, Art Camp, Watchung, NJ
- Tour Guide, Historical Center Garden Tour, Cranford, NJ
Artistic Achievement
- Mantua Theater Project (Drexel Theatre Company), 2026: Euswella the Tsunami
- Forever Hold Your Peace (The Drexel Players), 2026: Caroline O'Connor
- Chicago (Cranford High School), 2025: Roxie Hart
- Clue (Cranford High School), 2024: Mrs. Peacock
- Urinetown (Cranford High School), 2024: Josephine Strong
- Little Women (Cranford High School), 2023: Beth March
- Into The Woods (Cranford High School), 2023: Jack's Mother