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Stacey Seaman

Casa Grande,AZ

Summary

Dynamic arts leader with a strong strategic vision and deep knowledge of Arizona’s local history and practices. Recognized for advocating inclusivity in the arts, fostering diverse community engagement. Proven expertise in communication and collaboration, driving successful partnerships and innovative program development. Aiming to leverage these skills to enhance cultural initiatives and broaden access to the arts.

Overview

20
20
years of professional experience

Work History

Director of Pence Center for the Arts

Central Arizona College
Coolidge, AZ
01.2022 - Current
  • Maintain records of bookings and reservations
  • Hire and manage hourly workers; manage schedules, daily tasks, time sheets
  • Develop, book, and market season of theatrical shows
  • Oversee box office and customer service to ensure highest quality patron experience
  • Manage department budgets
  • Oversee equipment and facility maintenance for safety
  • Promote and represent Central Arizona College Community Events throughout Arizona
  • Coordinate activities with other departments and oversee community partnerships

Professor of Music

Central Arizona College
Coolidge, AZ
08.2018 - 01.2022
  • Maintained full-time teaching load
  • Wrote curriculum for music degree pathway
  • Managed department accreditation through participation in ATF meetings
  • Assisted in hiring, completing paperwork for and training of music department adjunct professors
  • Advised and mentored music majors
  • Participated in CAC's Curriculum Development Committee, Caring Campus, and Syllabus Revision
  • Co-presented at faculty lecture series with: "Be More Creative! Exposing the Need for Music Education"

Executive Director/Startup Founder

BlackBox Foundation
Casa Grande, AZ
06.2012 - 08.2018
  • Obtained 501(c)3 designation, wrote organizational policies and developed budgets
  • Produced community arts events
  • Wrote grants and managed grant funding
  • Managed and implemented multiple theatre seasons for different audiences.
  • Promoted organization as public face of organization.
  • Cultivated partnerships with media, business and community groups
  • Shared mission of organization with public through community outreach and marketing strategies.
  • Directed dozens of plays and musicals

Music and Theatre Teacher

Casa Grande Elementary School District
Casa Grande, AZ
07.2005 - 06.2012
  • Taught culturally and socio-economically diverse student population
  • Founded technical theatre and mariachi programs
  • Received multiple "Every Student has a Scholar" awards

Education

Master of Arts - Theatre Education

University of Northern Colorado
12.2017

Master of Arts - Music Conducting

Southern Oregon University
08.2009

Bachelor of Arts - Music Education

University of Arizona
05.2000

Doctorate of Musical Arts (in progress) - Music Education

Boston University

Skills

  • Grant Writing
  • Program Administration
  • Public Relations
  • Effective team collaborator
  • Public speaking
  • Event production
  • Staff management
  • Inclusive programming
  • Accessibility advocacy
  • Community organization

Accomplishments

  • Arizona State Senate Candidate (2024)
  • Central Arizona College Leadership Academy Graduate (2023)
  • Pinal County Power of 100 Women Member (2021-present)
  • Vista Grande High School Technical Theatre CTE Advisor (2016-2020)
  • Casa Grande Arts & Humanities Commission Board Member (2011-2019)
  • Casa Grande Chamber of Commerce Member (2012-2019)
  • Member of Arizona Commission on the Arts Creative Communities Cohort (2017-2019)
  • Casa Grande Parks & Recreation Board Member (2016-2018)
  • AZ Citizens for the Arts Member (2015-2017; 2021)
  • Zonta International Member (2014-2019)

Honors

Presenter at International Society of Music Educators (2024): Lack of Insight: Neoliberal Terminology and Community Music Discourse

University of Northern Colorado Graduate Commencement Speaker (2017)

Casa Grande Voices of the Future Honoree (2016)

Casa Grande Chamber of Commerce Small Business of the Year (2016)

Exemplary Woman Leader, Pinal County (2015)

National Women in Business Week Honoree, Casa Grande (2014)

Timeline

Director of Pence Center for the Arts

Central Arizona College
01.2022 - Current

Professor of Music

Central Arizona College
08.2018 - 01.2022

Executive Director/Startup Founder

BlackBox Foundation
06.2012 - 08.2018

Music and Theatre Teacher

Casa Grande Elementary School District
07.2005 - 06.2012

Master of Arts - Theatre Education

University of Northern Colorado

Master of Arts - Music Conducting

Southern Oregon University

Bachelor of Arts - Music Education

University of Arizona

Doctorate of Musical Arts (in progress) - Music Education

Boston University

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