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Rachel Crenshaw

Memphis,TN

Summary

Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience

Work History

Scenic Artist and Designer

Evangelical Christian School
08.2018 - Current

Mary Poppins, 2024, Scenic Artist, Directed by Lynden Lewis

Kiss Me, Kate, 2023, Scenic Artist and Designer, Directed by Lynden Lewis

Little Women, 2020, Scenic Artist, Directed by Lynden Lewis

  • Maximized available resources by repurposing existing materials whenever possible without compromising creative vision.
  • Worked with director and production staff to create a cohesive show.

Stage Manager

Germantown Community Theatre
11.2019 - 01.2020

Next to Normal, 2020, Stage Manager, Directed by Olivia Gacka

  • Collaborated with directors and producers to achieve desired artistic vision for productions.
  • Provided strong leadership under high-pressure situations while prioritizing the well-being of all team members involved.
  • Ran light board during performances.

Stage Manager and Assistant Stage Manager

Theatre Memphis
08.2014 - 09.2019

Member of the Wedding, 2014, Stage Manager, Directed by Irene Crist

The Producers, 2015, Assistant Stage Manager, Directed by Cecelia Wingate

Beauty and the Beast, 2016, Assistant Stage Manager and Crew Swing, Directed by Amy Hanford

42nd Street, 2018, Assistant Stage Manager, Directed by Ann Marie Hall

  • Provided strong leadership under high-pressure situations while prioritizing the well-being of all team members involved.
  • Remained highly composed and calm in very fast-paced, stressful and constantly changing environments to provide optimal leadership and achieve desired results.
  • Managed backstage activities, contributing to seamless transitions between scenes during live productions.

Crew Manager and Assistant Director

Riverdale Elementary School
04.2008 - 04.2018

Alice in Wonderland, Jr., 2008, Assistant Director, Directed by Allie Gay

Peter Pan, Jr., 2015, Stage Manager, Directed by Lynden Lewis

Oklahoma!, Youth Addition, 2016, Scenic Designer, Directed by Lynden Lewis

  • Collaborated with directors and producers to achieve desired artistic vision for productions.
  • Ensured continuity in performances by maintaining detailed records of blocking notes, prop placements, and costume changes.
  • Supervised set construction crews and coordinated with designers to develop functional stage sets that met aesthetic requirements.

Stage Manager

Playhouse on the Square
11.2015 - 01.2018

I Love You, You're Perfect, Now Change, 2015, Stage Manager, Directed by Dave Landis

All Saints in the Old Colony, 2018, Stage Manager, Directed by Jeff Posson

  • Worked with director to develop effective use of rehearsal times.
  • Enhanced production quality by implementing efficient stage management techniques and processes.

Stage Manager

Desoto Family Theatre
01.2017 - 02.2017

The Little Mermaid, 2017, Produced by Ashley McCormack

  • Oversaw successful execution of technical cues during live performances, ensuring seamless transitions between scenes.
  • Streamlined communication between departments for smoother rehearsal and production processes.
  • Prepared rehearsal studio by gathering set furniture, props, and costumes.

Stage Manager

The Harrell Performing Arts Theatre
05.2013 - 07.2015

Grease, 2013, Stage Manager, Directed by Keith Salter

Bye, Bye Birdie, 2014, Stage Manager, Directed by Keith Salter

The Best Christmas Pageant Ever, 2014, Stage Manager, Directed by Steven Garrett And Lynden Lewis

  • Oversaw successful execution of technical cues during live performances, ensuring seamless transitions between scenes.
  • Ensured continuity in performances by maintaining detailed records of blocking notes, prop placements, and costume changes.
  • Organized rehearsals schedules, maximizing productivity and minimizing conflicts among cast members and crew.

Education

Photography And Graphic Design

Mississippi State University
Starkville, MS

Skills

  • Teamwork and Communication
  • Set design collaboration
  • Color theory knowledge
  • Managing production logistics
  • Some technical knowledge
  • Scheduling meetings and rehearsals
  • Schedule Management
  • Issue Resolution

Timeline

Stage Manager

Germantown Community Theatre
11.2019 - 01.2020

Scenic Artist and Designer

Evangelical Christian School
08.2018 - Current

Stage Manager

Desoto Family Theatre
01.2017 - 02.2017

Stage Manager

Playhouse on the Square
11.2015 - 01.2018

Stage Manager and Assistant Stage Manager

Theatre Memphis
08.2014 - 09.2019

Stage Manager

The Harrell Performing Arts Theatre
05.2013 - 07.2015

Crew Manager and Assistant Director

Riverdale Elementary School
04.2008 - 04.2018

Photography And Graphic Design

Mississippi State University
Rachel Crenshaw