Sid Gunasekaran
Coppell,TX
Summary
With a foundation in performing arts and a sharp acumen for business, I am poised to contribute uniquely to the global entertainment industry. My linguistic proficiency in both English and Mandarin; positions me to foster unique cross-cultural connections. My ambition is to synergize artistic passion with commercial insight, aspiring to a future where art and enterprise coexist and flourish side by side.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
Work History
International Thespian Officer
Educational Theatre Association
04.2023 - Current
- 1/6 students globally elected through multi-stage, rigorous application process, to hold highest student leadership position, in country's largest theatre association, representing over 175,000 members currently, and 4.5 million in organization's history.
- Worked with marketing team to develop recruitment strategies in accordance with organizational goals and within budgetary guidelines.
- Acted as face of EDTA, and operated following branches:
- “EDTA China” - Utilizing years of experience with Mandarin Chinese, tasked to oversee China branch of organization and conduct informational seminars, data mining projects, and community outreach in various regions, increasing regional membership by 15%.
- “Democracyworks.com”- Acted as point of contact to 44 States in US, and 13 countries globally, for our annual scholarships and essay writing contests.
- “Dramatics.org”- Acted as point of contact for publication inquiries,, and published several articles about my experience as an ITO, and my view point in the fine arts scene as an aspiring business major.
Founder & President
Staging Success
11.2022 - Current
- Staging Success is committed to fostering an understanding of the need for fine arts education in schools, and the role they play in a comprehensive education system. Regardless of what students desire to pursue after high school–whether that be law, computer science, or even medicine– a foundation in the fine arts can significantly increase their chances of success, which is precisely why we promote it so passionately.
- Established and led a nationally recognized 501(c)(3) non-profit organization, personally overseeing the legal process to obtain tax-exempt status and ensuring compliance with federal and state regulations.
- Managed and filed annual tax reports, liaised with legal authorities, and maintained transparent financial records, exemplifying strong organizational and compliance skills.
- Conducted target market research to scope out industry competition and identify advantageous trends.
- Created and executed strategic marketing campaigns to enhance public awareness, resulting in significant community engagement and support.
- On average, received >10,000 views per advertisement via Facebook, and Instagram.
Summer Accounting Intern
Mobility Credit Union
05.2023 - 08.2023
- Shadowed financial professionals in various departments, gained insights into lending practices, investment strategies, and regulatory compliance.
- Participated in team meetings and strategic planning sessions, contributing ideas and insights to organizational goals and initiatives.
- Assisted in analyzing member feedback and market trends, supporting data-driven decision-making processes within the credit union.
- Contributed to the preparation and filing of financial reports, demonstrating a strong understanding of accounting principles.
- Supported loan officers in processing loan applications, including collecting necessary documentation and performing preliminary assessments.
Data Analyst Intern
CaseHippo - Health & Learning Solutions
04.2023 - 07.2023
- Completed data cleaning and data validation of existing spreadsheets to promote robust data management platform, resulting in accurate data analysis and entry.
- Identified, analyzed, and interpreted trends or patterns in complex data sets by finding correlations and visualizing with charts.
- Leveraged advanced analytics tools to evaluate user interaction across higher education and healthcare sectors of the company, identifying key trends and areas for improvement, leading to a 15% increase in user engagement.
- Created dynamic dashboards for real-time tracking and visualization of complex data sets across events, patient education, and research collaboration.
- Assisted in generating monthly performance reports, highlighting critical metrics for senior management.
Light Board Operator
Top Hat Dance Company
06.2022 - 07.2022
- Designed and programmed custom lighting sequences for the company's annual traveling show, ensuring seamless integration with performance themes and choreography.
- Utilized advanced C++ programming skills to tailor the lighting to specific performance requirements and achieve desired visual effects.
Education
High School Diploma -
Coppell High School
Coppell, TX05.2024
Skills
- Special Projects
- Mandarin Chinese
- Public Speaking & Presentation Skills
- C & Tableau
- Financial Documentation
- Financial Planning
Honors
- Coppell High School, Student Body President
- Coppell High School, Chinese Club Vice President
- Coppell High School, Theatre Department Vice President
- Texas DECA, 2021, 2022, 2023 State Finalist
- International Career Development Conference DECA, Competitor
- China Soong Ching Ling Foundation, Junior Cultural Ambassador
- Coppell High School, "Red Jackets"
- National Honors Society & National Society of High School Scholars, Member
- 2023 Schmidt & Jones High School Musical Theatre Awards', "Best Actor in a Leading Role"
- 2022 Schmidt & Jones High School Musical Theatre Awards', "Best Actor in a Leading Role"
- 2022 Texas Thespians', "Best Actor in a Comedic Film"
- 2021 Texas Thespians', "1st Place in Theatre Marketing"
Timeline
Summer Accounting Intern
Mobility Credit Union
05.2023 - 08.2023
International Thespian Officer
Educational Theatre Association
04.2023 - Current
Data Analyst Intern
CaseHippo - Health & Learning Solutions
04.2023 - 07.2023
Founder & President
Staging Success
11.2022 - Current
Light Board Operator
Top Hat Dance Company
06.2022 - 07.2022
High School Diploma -
Coppell High School
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