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Sara Cunningham

Upland,California

Summary

At the High School Drama Department, I excelled as a Stage Manager, leveraging strong leadership and stage design skills to ensure flawless live performances. I effectively managed production logistics and team communications, significantly enhancing rehearsal productivity and stage safety. My creative contributions and adept resource management consistently upheld the artistic vision, setting a high standard for future productions.

Overview

1
1
year of professional experience

Work History

Stage Manager for My High School Drama Productions

High School Drama Department
08.2021 - 05.2022
  • Oversaw successful execution of technical cues during live performances, ensuring seamless transitions between scenes.
  • Enforced safety measures due to potential stage equipment hazards.
  • Managed resources effectively, ensuring timely setup and breakdown of stage equipment.
  • Ensured continuity in performances by maintaining detailed records of blocking notes, prop placements, and costume changes.
  • Provided strong leadership under high-pressure situations while prioritizing the well-being of all team members involved.
  • Worked with director to develop effective use of rehearsal times.
  • Supervised set construction crews and coordinated with designers to develop functional stage sets that met aesthetic requirements.
  • Implemented effective time management strategies during rehearsals, optimizing productivity while adhering to strict deadlines.
  • Contributed creative input during pre-production meetings, helping shape the overall direction of projects from inception to completion.
  • Maintained a safe working environment through proper implementation of safety protocols and procedures.
  • Collaborated with technical crew and cast to safeguard presentation of artistic vision.

Education

Genreal Education Classes

Chaffey College
Rancho Cucamonga, CA

High School Diploma -

Colony High School
Ontario, CA
05-2022

Skills

  • Team communication
  • Stage design
  • Team communications
  • Managing production logistics
  • Rehearsal direction
  • Resource management
  • Stage production management
  • Strong leadership
  • Set construction
  • Secured building after rehearsals and performances

Timeline

Stage Manager for My High School Drama Productions

High School Drama Department
08.2021 - 05.2022

Genreal Education Classes

Chaffey College

High School Diploma -

Colony High School
Sara Cunningham