Kat Demith
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Aurora Theatre Company
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United States
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Performing Arts
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1 - 100 Employee
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Technical Director
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Jan 2023 - Present
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Uptown Players
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United States
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Entertainment Providers
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1 - 100 Employee
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Stage Manager
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Nov 2022 - Feb 2023
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Dallas Theater Center
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United States
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Performing Arts
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1 - 100 Employee
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Scenic Carpenter
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Jun 2022 - Feb 2023
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Theatre Three Inc.
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United States
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Performing Arts
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1 - 100 Employee
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Production Manager
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Dec 2021 - Jun 2022
- Worked as the Department Head to manage the following departments: Lighting, Costumes, Stage Management, Administrative, Properties - Worked as the Co-Department Head with the Technical Director to manage the following departments: Sound, Facilities, Projections/Video - Scheduled the production workflow and personelle needs for each show - Managed and maintained the budget for each show - Worked with the Technical Director and designers to achieve the desired results in all… Show more - Worked as the Department Head to manage the following departments: Lighting, Costumes, Stage Management, Administrative, Properties - Worked as the Co-Department Head with the Technical Director to manage the following departments: Sound, Facilities, Projections/Video - Scheduled the production workflow and personelle needs for each show - Managed and maintained the budget for each show - Worked with the Technical Director and designers to achieve the desired results in all technical aspects for a variety of performances and events - Performed or arranged for maintenance and repair of equipment as needs arise. - Ensured that all rental gear was accounted for before and after an event. - Schedule, organize, oversee, and follow-up on all weekly production meetings. - In charge of recruiting, hiring, and training all overhire staff as required - Set up, tested, operated, and struck any performance equipment when required - Assisted in the hiring, training, and mentoring of the Apprentices, in conjunction with the Company Manager and Technical Director - Ensured deadlines were met from each department. - Ensured appropriate lighting hang from plots and paperwork - Prepared for and oversaw an efficient lighting focus for each show - Oversaw adherence to Theatre and Union practices and policies Show less - Worked as the Department Head to manage the following departments: Lighting, Costumes, Stage Management, Administrative, Properties - Worked as the Co-Department Head with the Technical Director to manage the following departments: Sound, Facilities, Projections/Video - Scheduled the production workflow and personelle needs for each show - Managed and maintained the budget for each show - Worked with the Technical Director and designers to achieve the desired results in all… Show more - Worked as the Department Head to manage the following departments: Lighting, Costumes, Stage Management, Administrative, Properties - Worked as the Co-Department Head with the Technical Director to manage the following departments: Sound, Facilities, Projections/Video - Scheduled the production workflow and personelle needs for each show - Managed and maintained the budget for each show - Worked with the Technical Director and designers to achieve the desired results in all technical aspects for a variety of performances and events - Performed or arranged for maintenance and repair of equipment as needs arise. - Ensured that all rental gear was accounted for before and after an event. - Schedule, organize, oversee, and follow-up on all weekly production meetings. - In charge of recruiting, hiring, and training all overhire staff as required - Set up, tested, operated, and struck any performance equipment when required - Assisted in the hiring, training, and mentoring of the Apprentices, in conjunction with the Company Manager and Technical Director - Ensured deadlines were met from each department. - Ensured appropriate lighting hang from plots and paperwork - Prepared for and oversaw an efficient lighting focus for each show - Oversaw adherence to Theatre and Union practices and policies Show less
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Union Coffee
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United States
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Food and Beverage Services
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1 - 100 Employee
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Manager of Design and Narrative
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Sep 2020 - Dec 2021
Advertising and Marketing Communications Creative Director - Develop and execute digital campaigns with graphic design and copy - Design and execute in store signage and communication - Manage and execute photo shoots and videos for digital campaigns - Developed a brand style guide - Maintain brand consistency across social media platforms, website and instore signage - Work with the overall team to develop campaign strategies for 1) calendarized events (sermons… Show more Advertising and Marketing Communications Creative Director - Develop and execute digital campaigns with graphic design and copy - Design and execute in store signage and communication - Manage and execute photo shoots and videos for digital campaigns - Developed a brand style guide - Maintain brand consistency across social media platforms, website and instore signage - Work with the overall team to develop campaign strategies for 1) calendarized events (sermons series, events and annual giving events) 2) increased sales (driving traffic, new/seasonal coffee drinks) - Conducted a marketing research survey of current and past customers and community members to gain insights around our brand positioning and perceptions. - Developed a comprehensive marketing strategy for the business Social Media Manager - Execute all digital marketing campaigns and ongoing daily awareness and engagement of campaigns running across multiple social media channels Event Coordinator - Develop and execute a variety of events to drive traffic and boost sales. - Recruit and manage a team of volunteers to set and take down event needs Show less Advertising and Marketing Communications Creative Director - Develop and execute digital campaigns with graphic design and copy - Design and execute in store signage and communication - Manage and execute photo shoots and videos for digital campaigns - Developed a brand style guide - Maintain brand consistency across social media platforms, website and instore signage - Work with the overall team to develop campaign strategies for 1) calendarized events (sermons… Show more Advertising and Marketing Communications Creative Director - Develop and execute digital campaigns with graphic design and copy - Design and execute in store signage and communication - Manage and execute photo shoots and videos for digital campaigns - Developed a brand style guide - Maintain brand consistency across social media platforms, website and instore signage - Work with the overall team to develop campaign strategies for 1) calendarized events (sermons series, events and annual giving events) 2) increased sales (driving traffic, new/seasonal coffee drinks) - Conducted a marketing research survey of current and past customers and community members to gain insights around our brand positioning and perceptions. - Developed a comprehensive marketing strategy for the business Social Media Manager - Execute all digital marketing campaigns and ongoing daily awareness and engagement of campaigns running across multiple social media channels Event Coordinator - Develop and execute a variety of events to drive traffic and boost sales. - Recruit and manage a team of volunteers to set and take down event needs Show less
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Flexible Grey Theatre Company
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Dallas, Texas, United States
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Marketing Consultant
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Jul 2021 - Sep 2021
Developed the marketing strategy for their September show - Developed the look and feel for a digital campaign - Managed photo shoots and videos for the digital campaign - Executed digital campaign with graphic design and copy - Boosted ticket sales by making connections with partners - Achieved 75% of tickets sold at $30 to an audience previously reliant on pay-what-you-can - Achieved a sold-out performance on closing night Developed the marketing strategy for their September show - Developed the look and feel for a digital campaign - Managed photo shoots and videos for the digital campaign - Executed digital campaign with graphic design and copy - Boosted ticket sales by making connections with partners - Achieved 75% of tickets sold at $30 to an audience previously reliant on pay-what-you-can - Achieved a sold-out performance on closing night
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Uptown Players
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United States
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Entertainment Providers
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1 - 100 Employee
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Properties Artisan
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Aug 2019 - Sep 2020
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Dallas Theater Center
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United States
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Performing Arts
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1 - 100 Employee
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Theatrical Carpenter
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Jan 2020 - Mar 2020
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University of Wyoming
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United States
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Higher Education
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700 & Above Employee
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Stage and Touring Manager
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Jan 2018 - Jun 2018
- Organized and scheduled the needs of the cast and crew for rehearsals and showtimes - Created templates for unique paperwork - Kept track of all of the needs of the show and guaranteed that those needs were met - Created itenerary for tour and managed cast and crew during the touring production
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Properties Artisan and Manager
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Jun 2016 - May 2018
- Researched the property needs for each show - Individually crafted required props for each show - Maintained the integrity of each prop for each show - Completely re-organized and inventoried the contents of the props room - Maintained organization of the props room
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University of Wyoming Theatre and Dance Department
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Laramie, Wyoming, United States
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Properties Artisan
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Aug 2015 - May 2018
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Relative Theatrics
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United States
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Performing Arts
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1 - 100 Employee
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Stage Director
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Feb 2017 - Apr 2017
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Snowy Range Summer Theatre
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Laramie, Wyoming, United States
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Production Stage Manager
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Jun 2016 - Jul 2016
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Education
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University of Wyoming
Bachelor of Fine Arts - BFA, Theatre Performance -
University of Wyoming
BFA, Theatre Performance