Seth Barker
Eureka Springs,AR
Summary
Innovative, Creative, Hardworking and Multi-Skilled Retail Store Associate, Wellness & Lifestyle Coach, Event Producer & Production Stage Manager with a Bachelor's degree in Theatre, Certifications in Whole Person Coaching, Meditation, Ayurveda and Plant-Based Nutrition. Successful history of guiding theatrical productions to success and coaching clients to healthier and happier lives.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
7
7
years of post-secondary education
4
4
Certifications
Work History
Health Wellness Lifestyle Coach
Behind The Scenes Coaching
06.2017 - Current
- Help clients build life management and coping skills to handle daily needs and specific stressors through Whole Person Coaching.
- Teach clients to balance and optimize their mind, body, emotions and life energy through knowledge of Ayurveda so they can have a happy and healthy life.
- Guide clients through Meditation giving peace of mind, greater awareness, ease and less stress.
- Connected clients with available resources to improve plan success.
- Helped clients set and achieve health and wellness goals.
- Educated clients about long-term health benefits of balanced diets and exercise programs.
Barista
Brews
Eureka Springs, AR
10.2020 - Current
- Created wide variety of hot and cold drinks in average shifts with consistently positive customer satisfaction scores.
- Cross-sold pastries and sandwiches with coffee orders, boosting customer purchases.
- Maintained supply levels in counter and customer areas to meet typical demands.
- Sanitized equipment and wiped down counters and tables to prevent spread of germs.
Barista
Rolling Pin Bakeshop
Denver, CO
02.2017 - 02.2018
- Created wide variety of hot and cold drinks in average shifts with consistently positive customer satisfaction.
- Maintained supply levels in counter and customer areas to meet typical demands.
- Recommended products based on solid understanding of individual customer needs and preferences.
- Controlled line and crowd with quick, efficient service and cultivated warm relationships with regular customers.
Teamleader
Target Coorporation
Las Cruces, NM
06.1998 - 12.2007
- Led variety of teams and departments throughout Store on Front-lanes, Salesfloor and Stockroom.
- Trained new staff on job duties, company policies and safety procedures for rapid onboarding.
- Used POS system to enter orders, process payments and issue receipts.
- Monitored cashiers and systems and provided assistance or intervention where required.
- Supervised tasks, personnel and clients for retail company with high sales numbers.
- Demonstrated product and answered questions for prospective customers.
Work History
Production Stage Manager
NETworks Presentations, Richards & Climan, Cirque du Soleil
01.2007 - 02.2020
- Stage Managed 8 Touring Productions: The Phantom of the Opera, Rent, Hairspray, Blue Man Group, Rodgers & Hammerstein's Cinderella, Corteo, War Horse, and Finding Neverland.
- Coordinated artistic, technical, and production needs by serving as the primary liaison between Producers, General Management, Production Departments, Creatives, Cast, Crew, and Musicians for smooth rehearsal and performance operations.
- Advanced production needs through clear communication with various venue's Production and Front of House departments for efficient operations of a performance run.
- Lead Stage Management Department and supervise Company Members to ensure the artistic integrity of each performance is met for safe, fluid and consistent operations of each performance.
- Created reports and production records with Microsoft Office and distributed them through email for efficient communications of the production.
- Created, coordinated, collaborated, and distributed weekly and monthly production schedules through email and on-sight callboard locations informing the company, venue, and vendors of meeting, performance, rehearsal, fitting, load-in, and load-out times.
- Generated, maintained and enforced company policies and union bylaws through clear written and verbal communication to create safe and fair working environments.
- Planed, anticipated, and quickly responded to challenges and incidents for the continuity of the production.
Stage Technician
The Auditorium
Eureka Springs, AR
09.2021 - Current
- Design, Program and Operate lighting and lighting console for performances.
- Collaborated with touring crew management regarding lighting design needs for performances.
- Safely hang and focus lighting instruments for performances.
- Assist with load-in and load-out of touring productions.
- Worked alongside multiple departments to troubleshoot any problems.
Live Event Producer
Seth Barker Presents, LLC
04.2016 - 10.2019
- Created, negotiated, and executed contracts and riders for talent and venues through clear communication to determine feasibility of execution within allotted time, budget, and personnel available.
- Coordinated marketing campaigns by co-creating with designers and programming email and social media distribution software to deliver event information for increased impact and attendance.
- Facilitated, configured and uploaded data to online ticketing program for smooth operations of pre-sale tickets and day of event check-in.
- Coordinated hospitality by advancing with Artist Management and Venue to ensure proper execution of contract and rider.
- Developed and brainstormed new event concepts and themes with other team members to create unforgettable events.
- Finalized each event through settlement with venue to ensure proper payment distribution.
- Established operating procedures through collaboration with team members to maintain high standards of event offerings and ensure smooth operations.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Theater Arts
New Mexico State University
Las Cruces, NM 01.2004 - 01.2007
Associate of Arts - Theater Arts
San Juan College
Farmington, NM 01.1998 - 01.2002
Skills
Shipping and receiving
Warehouse Logistics
Logistics Management
Staff Management
Loading and unloading
Point of sale operation
Product restocking
Cleaning and sanitizing
Cash register operation
Customer assistance
Product knowledge
Active Listening
Interpersonal Communication
Analytical and Critical Thinking
Flexible and Adaptable
Certification
Certified Whole Person Coach, Coach Training World
References
- Michael Martinez, Owner/Manager, Rolling Pin Bakeshop, 303-229-9683
- Virginia Smith, Client, 412-559-5382
Timeline
Plant Based Nutrition, T. Collin Campbell Center for Nutrition Studies
09-2021
Certified Meditation Teacher, davidji Meditation Academy
04-2021
Certified Ayurvedic Lifestyle Instructor, Chopra
11-2020
Barista
Brews
10.2020 - Current
Certified Whole Person Coach, Coach Training World
02-2018
Health Wellness Lifestyle Coach
Behind The Scenes Coaching
06.2017 - Current
Barista
Rolling Pin Bakeshop
02.2017 - 02.2018
Bachelor of Arts - Theater Arts
New Mexico State University
01.2004 - 01.2007
Teamleader
Target Coorporation
06.1998 - 12.2007
Associate of Arts - Theater Arts
San Juan College
01.1998 - 01.2002