Tanya Dempsey
Lawndale,Ca
Summary
Dedicated Booking Agent with 15+ years of industry experience and a well developed talent network. Possessing a reputation as a formidable negotiator and client advocate. Excellent eye for talent and mind for career strategy.
Overview
59
59
years of professional experience
Work History
Talent Manager/Artistic Director
Apollo Talent
New York & Los Angeles, CA
2019.12 - Current
- Completed talent acquisition and management for 150+ internal and external placements.
- Maintained detailed digital and hard-copy records of room statuses.
- Collaborated with talent scouts to pursue leads and pitch potential representation.
- Developed contacts with individuals and organizations, applying effective strategies and techniques to promote client success.
- Met with industry connections to discuss artist's opportunities and advocated for clients well-suited for specific work.
- Negotiated with managers, promoters and union officials regarding client contractual rights and obligations.
- Met with clients to discuss goals and develop strategies for TV & Film career success.
- Handled day-to-day running of talent submissions, ensuring high levels of productivity and progression.
- Developed and implemented performance improvement strategies and plans to promote continuous improvement.
Writer
Hit Hollywood
Los Angeles, CA
2020.01 - Current
- Wrote press releases for on-line entertainment platform.
- Curated content for social media postings and increased following by 75%.
- Utilized exceptional writing, editing and proofreading skills to produce engaging and error-free content.
- Brainstormed with advertising department to determine new topics and stories.
- Wrote and proofread blog and social media posts, website copy and articles.
- Researched and wrote technical articles on current issues for digital publications.
- Managed competing deadlines with efficiency.
Vipkid Online Teacher
Vipkid
2017.01 - 2020.06
- Reviewed curriculum and devised alternate approaches to presenting lessons to increase student understanding.
- Supported student teachers by mentoring on classroom management, lesson planning and activity organization.
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Evaluated and revised lesson plans and course content to facilitate and moderate classroom discussions and student-centered learning.
- Enhanced student knowledge of technology by integrating various web-based applications for research and assignments.
- Developed and taught lessons on relevant children's books, poems, movies and themes to promote student interest of Children's Literature as avenue of study.
Acting Coach
Freelance
, CA
2008.01 - Current
- Founded the Bay Acting to create a safe and comfortable environment to teach actors of all ages Scene Study, Improvisation, Characterization, On-Camera.
- Modeled creative acting styles and techniques encompassing varied history genres and performance techniques.
- Enhanced academic programs with innovative methodologies and collaboration.
- Encouraged students to perform at peak ability and learn from failure.
- Facilitated learning with aids, technology, and equipment to stimulate higher-level thinking.
- Managed Thespian society operations with elected students to promote individual thought and creativity.
- Evaluated student assignments and projects with corrective comments to guide future growth.
- Planned and executed activities to promote On-Camera, Scene Study and Improvisation development.
- Facilitated group sessions and provided one-on-one support.
Writer/Editor/Producer
Freelance
2008.01 - Current
- Determined readiness of written pieces, made changes and approved final versions for publication.
- Assigned stories, led content development meetings and reviewed completed stories to guide execution of concepts and tone.
- Edited existing PowerPoint slides to enhance corporate message.
- Worked with graphic artists, post-production team members and other specialists to produce captivating and successful content.
Private Acting Coach
Freelance
2005.01 - Current
- Documented student attendance and progress against goals.
- Maintained daily student records and evaluated student progress.
- Developed lesson plans surrounding various types of art, history and culture.
- Participated in continuous improvement by generating suggestions, engaging in problem-solving activities to support teamwork.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
- Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
Education Specialist II
Dallas ISD
Dallas, TX
1998.01 - 2005.01
- Met with parents and guardians to assist in understanding and supporting educational objectives, learning expectations and behavior standards.
- Increased participation and concentration while reinforcing classroom discipline by modeling acceptable behavior and respect for others.
- Assessed individual student needs to create lesson plans addressing academic strengths and interests of students, while fostering development and growth.
- Reviewed teacher performance and suggested improvements.
- Planned, formulated and assessed goals, policies and activities designed to implement educational objectives and performance standards.
- Leveraged knowledge of budget and educational designs to facilitate development of cost-effective educational programs.
- Conducted conferences with parents and students to review progress, adjust academic plans and renew enrollments.
- Developed community education programming events and other activities designed to increase and improve educational outcomes.
- Worked with at-risk students to support educational success, learning and achievement.
- Identified methods and tools to promote student success in project-based learning.
Master Teacher
Dallas ISD
Dallas, TX
1996.01 - 1998.01
- Fostered team collaboration between students through group projects for [Area of study].
- Supported student teachers by mentoring on classroom management, lesson planning and activity organization.
- Evaluated and revised lesson plans and course content to facilitate and moderate classroom discussions and student-centered learning.
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Reviewed curriculum and devised alternate approaches to presenting lessons to increase student understanding.
- Served on school committee for STEM curriculum development.
- Assisted struggling students to maintain progress levels by designing individualized lesson plans focused on areas for improvement.
- Graded and evaluated student assignments, papers and course work.
- Implemented and encouraged debate-style classroom environment to increase student engagement and promote critical thinking.
- Completed and filed daily paperwork for classroom activities, including meal count sheets and attendance logs.
- Held conferences with parents to address questions, discuss academic progress and encourage learning goals.
- Attended and facilitated IEP meetings for students and families.
- Developed and implemented lesson plans that addressed general students as well as those with individualized 504 plans as part of integrated classroom.
Elementary School Teacher
Dallas ISD
Dallas, TX
1994.01 - 1995.01
- Taught students subject-specific material, learning strategies and social skills.
- Boosted individual perseverance and resilience by setting challenging goals and providing realistic support.
- Assessed student learning progress and comprehension with routine tests and standardized examinations.
- Implemented classroom management improvements to enhance class morale and engagement.
- Drove student learning by establishing clear classroom plans and group objectives, as well as actionable strategies to achieve each goal.
- Planned lessons according to district standards to cover all requirements and prepare for standardized tests.
- Promoted exploration of building blocks of learning by leading diverse, hands-on activities.
- Established and enforced rules of behavior to drive social development and maintain positive interactions.
- Collaborated with administrators on classroom policies, management strategies and discipline.
Middle School Reading Teacher
Duncanville ISD
Duncanville, TX
1993.01 - 1994.01
- Supervised test taking and graded papers.
- Promoted love of reading and literacy to all students.
- Assessed and reported on each student's reading progress in accordance with policies developed by school district.
- Created positive and engaging environment in classroom that encouraged literacy skills.
- Provided tutoring and after school assistance to students requiring additional help with reading.
- Affirmatively communicated and promoted positive attitude with each and every student.
- Supervised small reading groups of students.
- Interpreted student assessment data to ascertain best intervention methods.
- Contacted parents to discuss student progress and notify about class issues.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Radio Television & Film, Sociology, History, Edu
The University Of Texas At Austin
Austin, TXBachelor of Arts - Teaching Certification
Texas A & M University - Commerce
Commerce, TXBachelor of Arts - Teaching Certification
Texas Woman's University
Denton, TXSkills
Conflict resolutionCounselingLeadership
Organizational
Journalism
Broadcast media
Research
Proofreading
Content Development
Press releases
Project Management
Editing
Creative writing
Social media
Timeline
Writer
Hit Hollywood
2020.01 - Current
Talent Manager/Artistic Director
Apollo Talent
2019.12 - Current
Vipkid Online Teacher
Vipkid
2017.01 - 2020.06
Acting Coach
Freelance
2008.01 - Current
Writer/Editor/Producer
Freelance
2008.01 - Current
Private Acting Coach
Freelance
2005.01 - Current
Education Specialist II
Dallas ISD
1998.01 - 2005.01
Master Teacher
Dallas ISD
1996.01 - 1998.01
Elementary School Teacher
Dallas ISD
1994.01 - 1995.01
Middle School Reading Teacher
Duncanville ISD
1993.01 - 1994.01
Bachelor of Arts - Teaching Certification
Texas Woman's University
Bachelor of Arts - Teaching Certification
Texas A & M University - Commerce
Bachelor of Arts - Radio Television & Film, Sociology, History, Edu
The University Of Texas At Austin