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Vanessa Butler

Vanessa Butler

New York,NY

Summary

Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience

Skills

  • Individualized Support
  • Online Teaching
  • Strategy Implementation
  • Advertising and Marketing
  • Event Coordination & Execution
  • Community Relationship Building
  • Public Relations Strategies
  • Customer Service
  • Program Planning
  • Writing, Editing, and Proofreading

Work History

Actor

NBC Studios
New York, NY
09.2012 - Current
  • Studied and memorized scripts to learn lines and cues.
  • Worked closely with directors and other actors to find interpretation most suited to role.
  • Wrote original materials and adapted details from public information to achieve dramatic, narrative or comedic effects.
  • Completed media interviews on television, radio, and digital podcasts or videos to promote performances.
  • Conducted research on historical periods related to certain plays or characters.
  • Managed self-performance to maximize profitability and achieve financial objectives.
  • Managed time efficiently between multiple rehearsals for multiple shows.
  • Received constructive criticism from directors in order to improve performances.
  • Planned advertising campaigns for online, print and other mediums.
  • Created daily social media posts to build robust brand presence on Twitter, Facebook and Instagram.
  • Assisted with development of lead generation plans with targeted prospects, measures and objectives.
  • Planned and facilitated meetings to share marketing plans and explain future business goals.
  • Provided support in the planning, coordination, and execution of promotional campaigns.
  • Assisted in developing content for websites, blogs, and social media platforms.
  • Identified potential partners for joint ventures or promotional initiatives.
  • Performed administrative tasks such as maintaining records of expenses incurred during campaigns.
  • Managed relationships with external vendors to ensure successful completion of projects within budget constraints.
  • Monitored social media trends and best practices to drive continuous improvement.
  • Wrote, proofed and edited content in accordance with established brand guidelines.

Adjunct Professor

Stella Adler Studio of Acting - NYU
New York , NY
01.2020 - 07.2023
  • Promoted safe and clean classroom environment conducive to individualized and small group needs.
  • Demonstrated continued commitment to undergraduate teaching through full participation in college community.
  • Developed custom course syllabus outlining standards, material, grading, and progression for students.
  • Developed and adjusted course syllabus according to curriculum and university guidelines.
  • Applied diverse array of assessment methods to track student performance and subject matter comprehension, documenting results in automated reporting system.
  • Delivered course lectures using modern technology to enhance student comprehension.
  • Presented courses to undergraduate students and created lesson plans, tests and assignments to ascertain how well students retained class material.
  • Developed quizzes, exams and assignments to measure student progress and comprehension.
  • Researched best practices for effective teaching methods in order to improve instructional delivery.
  • Facilitated group discussions, encouraging students to address class concepts to increase understanding.
  • Facilitated active learning through class discussions, group activities, and individual projects.
  • Fostered students' commitment to lifelong learning by connecting course materials to broader themes and current events.
  • Utilized a variety of instructional strategies to meet diverse learning needs.

Adjunct Professor

Montclair State University NJ
Montclair, NJ
09.2022 - 02.2023
  • Developed syllabus, lesson plans and course materials for each class taught and tailored to the department's curriculum and standards
  • Applied creative instruction methods to promote student learning objectives.
  • Lectured and communicated effectively with students from diverse backgrounds.
  • Researched new teaching methods to improve instructional delivery methods.
  • Used exams, quizzes, and projects to assess how well students grasped learning material and concepts.
  • Maintained school-wide culture of respect and actively used positive behavioral interventions and supports (PBIS) disciplinary methods.
  • Tutored students requiring additional assistance in mastering concepts.
  • Identified valuable online resources to use in conjunction with lectures and coursework.
  • Monitored student progress throughout the semester and provided appropriate interventions when needed.
  • Conducted research on current trends in education and incorporated them into curriculum design.

Adjunct Professor

Housatonic Community College
Bridgeport, CT
09.2016 - 05.2021
  • Promoted safe and clean classroom environment conducive to individualized and small group needs.
  • Encouraged students to develop self-directed approaches to independent learning.
  • Developed custom course syllabus outlining standards, material, grading, and progression for students.
  • Applied diverse array of assessment methods to track student performance and subject matter comprehension, documenting results in automated reporting system.
  • Adhered to and promoted university standards for academic achievement and community enrichment.
  • Utilized a variety of instructional strategies to meet diverse learning needs.
  • Improved classroom teaching methods by observing fellow educators and learning new techniques.
  • Implemented different teaching styles to meet needs of diverse student population.
  • Sourced appropriate course materials to support variety of student learning needs and styles and deliver content in relevant, distinctive ways.
  • Collaborated with fellow staff members to promote positive and welcoming learning environment.
  • Developed relationships with local businesses and organizations that offer experiential learning opportunities for students.

Arts Instructor

Greater Hartford Arts Academy -CREC
Hartford , CT
08.2015 - 09.2016
  • Maintained accurate records of attendance, grades, and other pertinent information for each student.
  • Incorporated discussions about famous artists into lectures as part of a broader curriculum covering art history.
  • Created and maintained digital student portfolios, tracking student progress throughout academic year.
  • Managed multiple short-term and long-term projects to increase student and parental involvement in performing arts.
  • Developed lesson plans to teach course materials according to schedule.
  • Collaborated with colleagues on new ideas for incorporating art into everyday activities at school.
  • Selected appropriate instructional materials such as textbooks and multimedia presentations for use in the classroom.
  • Established an effective system for grading student artwork based on criteria established with the class.
  • Developed strong working relationships with students and parents to accomplish school and departmental vision and goals.
  • Assessed and evaluated student work, providing feedback and guidance to help them improve their skills.
  • Served as advisor for extracurricular activities such as art clubs and camps.
  • Created a positive learning environment by providing individualized instruction to meet the needs of each student.

Administrative Assistant

HartBeat Ensemble
Hartford , CT
08.2013 - 06.2015
  • Scheduled appointments, meetings and events for management staff.
  • Directed customer communication to appropriate department personnel.
  • Monitored progress on projects assigned by upper management.
  • Provided secretarial and office management support while building cooperative working relationships.
  • Organized and maintained filing systems for physical and electronic documents, ensuring accuracy and confidentiality of records.
  • Coordinated appointments, meetings and conferences.
  • Composed correspondence, reports and meeting notes.
  • Processed invoices for payment using accounting software applications.
  • Answered phone calls and emails to provide information, resulting in effective business correspondence.
  • Conducted research, compiled and typed statistical reports, synthesized information and provided excellent communication to disseminate information throughout organization.
  • Oversaw staff correspondence, record tracking and data communications, resulting in improved automation of office operations.
  • Created spreadsheets in Microsoft Excel for record-keeping and reporting.
  • Developed administrative processes to achieve organizational objectives and improve office efficiency.
  • Developed project plans for various tasks assigned by upper management.
  • Handled confidential documents in an organized fashion according to established protocol.
  • Answered questions from customers regarding products and services offered by the company.
  • Updated contact lists regularly when changes occur in employee status or contact information.
  • Composed letters, memos, reports, emails, presentations and other written correspondence as required by management staff.
  • Coordinated travel arrangements and completed expense reports for travel reimbursement.
  • Responded effectively to sensitive inquiries or complaints.
  • Conducted research online using search engines such as Google or Yahoo!
  • Assisted with the planning of special events by arranging catering services, securing venues and ordering promotional materials.

Barista

Starbucks
Hartford , CT
09.2009 - 09.2013
  • Maintained calm demeanor during high-volume periods and special events.
  • Followed safety procedures while operating machinery such as grinders and espresso machines.
  • Organized workstations efficiently so that tasks could be completed quickly during peak hours.
  • Prepared and served hot or cold beverages.
  • Recommended pastries and sandwiches to pair with customers' beverages.
  • Memorized official and off-menu coffee and tea preparations.
  • Restocked product displays based on demand and projected sales.
  • Created signs and displays to advertise store products or events.
  • Greeted and communicated with customers to take beverage orders and offer recommendations based on taste preferences.
  • Monitored inventory levels of supplies and restocked when necessary.
  • Managed morning rush of customers daily with efficient, levelheaded customer service.
  • Addressed and resolved customer concerns to maintain brand loyalty.

School Registrar & Educational Outreach

Sacramento Ballet
Sacramento, CA
09.2007 - 05.2008
  • Performed data entry into the student information system.
  • Prepared documents such as diplomas, certificates of completion and attendance verification letters.
  • Monitored compliance with state regulations related to school operations.
  • Created schedules for summer school programs based on requests from faculty members.
  • Provided information to students regarding course availability, prerequisites and degree requirements.
  • Maintained institutional solvency with current, accurate and fully compliant financial records.
  • Developed procedures for efficient workflow processes within the registrar office.
  • Reviewed and updated student contact information as needed.
  • Resolved student inquiries regarding registration issues or policies.
  • Audited student records for accuracy prior to submission of official transcripts.
  • Planned, administered and controlled budgets.
  • Generated reports on enrollment trends and other related data.
  • Served as the primary point of contact for internal departments requiring access to academic records.
  • Cultivated relationships with key partners in the community to promote collaboration opportunities.
  • Provided direct service and support by handling referrals for advocacy issues or resolving complaints.
  • Solicited donations from individuals, foundations, corporations.
  • Organized events and initiatives to engage potential donors and volunteers.
  • Assisted with developing marketing materials such as brochures, flyers, posters.
  • Met community outreach goals through lead generation and conversion.
  • Planned meetings with representatives from local businesses, government agencies, schools.
  • Collaborated with community-based organizations and key stakeholders to address community initiatives.
  • Tracked data using spreadsheets to record pledges, phone calls and canvassing.
  • Maintained outreach contacts in organization's database to track progress toward base building goals.
  • Developed and implemented successful outreach strategies to increase awareness of the organization's mission.
  • Implemented community outreach and engagement plans to reach vulnerable communities.
  • Researched grant opportunities to secure additional funding sources for outreach efforts.

Education

Master of Arts - Acting

California Institute of The Arts
Valencia, CA
05-2012

Bachelor of Arts - Fine Arts

Carnegie Mellon University
Pittsburgh, PA
05-2007

Affiliations

  • yoga
  • portrait painting
  • embroidery and soft media crafts

Accomplishments

Connecticut Critics Circle winner - Best Actress in a Play 2017

Meeting of the Minds (SURG) Award for Creative Inquiry 2007

SURG Recipient: Student Undergraduate Research Grant 2007

Yale/Norfolk Nominee 2006

Carnegie Mellon Undergraduate Grant, 2003-2007

Eleanor Zygler, A'37 Memorial Scholarship Fund, 2006-2007

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Adjunct Professor

Montclair State University NJ
09.2022 - 02.2023

Adjunct Professor

Stella Adler Studio of Acting - NYU
01.2020 - 07.2023

Adjunct Professor

Housatonic Community College
09.2016 - 05.2021

Arts Instructor

Greater Hartford Arts Academy -CREC
08.2015 - 09.2016

Administrative Assistant

HartBeat Ensemble
08.2013 - 06.2015

Actor

NBC Studios
09.2012 - Current

Barista

Starbucks
09.2009 - 09.2013

School Registrar & Educational Outreach

Sacramento Ballet
09.2007 - 05.2008

Master of Arts - Acting

California Institute of The Arts

Bachelor of Arts - Fine Arts

Carnegie Mellon University

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