Zara Cojocaru
New York,New York
Summary
A dynamic and creative professional with a proven track record at The New School, Zara enjoys transforming ideas into compelling stories through innovative lighting and sound design, coupled with a leadership quality that enhances team collaboration and project success.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Jazz Office Student Assistant
The New School
09.2021 - Current
- Provided excellent customer service to students and staff at the front desk, addressing inquiries and concerns promptly.
- Greeted incoming office visitors, answered questions, and directed individuals to office locations.
- Enhanced office efficiency by organizing and maintaining files, records, and resources.
- Performed clerical tasks such as photocopying, scanning documents efficiently while maintaining confidentiality when necessary.
Lighting Designer/Lighting Assistant
The New School
03.2024 - 05.2024
- Production of A COLLECTIVE RAGE: A PLAY IN 5 BETTIES by Jen Silverman at HERE Arts Center NYC.
- Directed by Myah Durham and Clay Baker-Lerner
- Determined best lighting design and techniques according to location and situation.
- Collaborated with design team to input fixture profiles, colors, effects, and movement for cues.
- Devised intricate cue sequences that synchronized seamlessly with soundtracks, elevating emotional impact and storytelling capabilities across diverse genres.
- Attended technical rehearsals to assist with adjustments
- Collaborated with directors and set designers to create cohesive visual storytelling through strategic lighting design.
- Helped set up and keep track of lighting equipment
Sound Designer
The New School
03.2024 - 04.2024
- Production of AM I CAIT? by Clay Baker-Lerner at The New School's Glassbox Theatre.
- Directed by Clay Baker-Lerner
- Controlled sound levels and outputs
- Collaborated with producers and performers to determine and achieve desired sound for productions.
- Planned soundscapes and sound cues
- Attended production meetings to plan and create effective sound.
Sound Designer - PINK! by Stacy Davidowitz
The New School
03.2022 - 05.2022
- Production of PINK! by Stacy Davidowitz at The New School
- Directed by Emma Richmond
- Enhanced the audio experience by designing and implementing immersive soundscapes for both performances.
- Collaborated with director, bringing in several drafts of soundscape to fine tune to the director's vision.
- Created and executed sound cues via Soundtrap during both performances
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Drama
The New School
New York, NY05-2025
High School Diploma -
Carver Center For Arts And Technology
Towson, MD05-2021
Skills
- Leadership qualities
- Adaptive problem solving
- Client communication
- Administrative tasks
- Creative vision
- Original songwriter
- Theater acting
- Voice acting
- Friendly, positive attitude
Timeline
Lighting Designer/Lighting Assistant
The New School
03.2024 - 05.2024
Sound Designer
The New School
03.2024 - 04.2024
Sound Designer - PINK! by Stacy Davidowitz
The New School
03.2022 - 05.2022
Jazz Office Student Assistant
The New School
09.2021 - Current
Bachelor of Arts - Drama
The New School
High School Diploma -
Carver Center For Arts And Technology
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