TONYA D. PULLUM-WATSON
Houston,USA
Summary
Dynamic public speaking coach and host at SPEAK OUT, skilled in engaging audiences and delivering high-energy presentations. Proven ability in motivational coaching and improvisation, enhancing participants' confidence and performance. Experienced in event hosting and live audience engagement, with a strong background in script reading and teleprompter use.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Public Speaking Coach & Host
SPEAK OUT
Houston, USA
01.2008 - Current
- Train individuals and groups in effective speaking, vocal delivery, and audience engagement.
- Lead motivational seminars and coach students for speech and debate competitions.
- Host live events and create interactive, high-energy presentations.
Acting Instructor
Mad Hatter Art Camp
Houston, USA
01.2010 - 01.2023
- Designed and led classes to develop stage performance and vocal projection skills in children.
Treasury Clerk / Drama Ministry Member
Lakewood Church
, USA
01.2016 - 01.2022
- Supported live productions and special events requiring precise timing, stage coordination, and audience rapport.
Professional Actress
- Performed in regional theatre, touring productions, and on-camera roles requiring clear diction, improvisation, and audience connection.
- Voice-over credits demonstrate versatility and on-mic presence suited for radio or podcast formats.
- Member of Lakewood Church Drama Ministry with live performance experience before large audiences.
Keynote & Biblical Conference Speaker
- Featured speaker for Classical Conversations Practicum and numerous conferences.
- Deliver inspirational, topic-driven talks with professionalism and impact.
Long-Term Substitute Teacher
Los Angeles Unified School District
- Honed clear communication and improvisational skills in dynamic settings.
Special Event Coordinator/Grant Writer
The Reach Center
- Hosted and emceed community events.
Education
Bachelor of Fine Arts - Drama
University of Southern California
Los Angeles, CASkills
- On-air hosting
- Interviewing
- Voice over
- Character voices
- Improvisation
- Ad-libbing
- Script reading
- Teleprompter use
- Public speaking
- Motivational coaching
- Event hosting
- Live audience engagement
Timeline
Treasury Clerk / Drama Ministry Member
Lakewood Church
01.2016 - 01.2022
Acting Instructor
Mad Hatter Art Camp
01.2010 - 01.2023
Public Speaking Coach & Host
SPEAK OUT
01.2008 - Current
Professional Actress
Keynote & Biblical Conference Speaker
Long-Term Substitute Teacher
Los Angeles Unified School District
Special Event Coordinator/Grant Writer
The Reach Center
Bachelor of Fine Arts - Drama
University of Southern California
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