Aaron Easterbrooks

Playwright & Director of Show at Royal Caribbean Productions
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Hungary, HU
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  • English Native or bilingual proficiency
  • Spanish Elementary proficiency
  • Hungarian Elementary proficiency

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Credentials

  • The Art of Persuasive Writing and Public Speaking
    HarvardX - An Online Learning Initiative by Harvard University through edX
    Nov, 2022
    - Sep, 2024

Experience

  • Royal Caribbean Productions
    • United States
    • Entertainment Providers
    • 1 - 100 Employee
    • Playwright & Director of Show
      • Aug 2004 - Present

      Sold co-written dinner theater script titled "Bada Bing, Bada Boom!" to international cruise ship company for production on numerous ships in the fleet. Responsible for the creative direction, project management, technical direction and overall successful production. Entrusted with assessing, documenting and reporting the effectiveness of the production process and confirming its overall successful results to the company’s Entertainment Directors. Relied upon to suggest areas of improvement regarding marketing and production strategy.- Create and manage production schedules and daily workflow.- Provide coaching and show development direction for team of 7. - Lead technical team in all aspects of sets, lighting and sound. - Implement creative revisions of show when necessary. Show less

    • Associate Director
      • Jan 2016 - Jan 2017

      Worked hand in hand with the show choreographer to direct the performers in the Aqua Production show "Splish Splash." - Responsibilities included, but were not limited to: show direction, assisting choreographer, working comedic timing and comedic moments, identifying dives, incorporating props and all elements for the show. - Ensure the cast is fully prepared with knowing the show and will be ready to open as scheduled.- Talk through safety procedures to ensure cast members fully understand all safety procedures and are clear that safety is first their priority. - Work with choreographer to communicate information to the cast from RCP office personnel. - Ensure cast is informed of the Leadership position for Aqua Captain on Day 1. - Oversee, with Director and Casting, that a Captain is chosen.- Consult with the Wardrobe Department during the first week of rehearsals regarding body type of a new cast member who may need additional costumes.- Schedule costume fittings, blocking, cue to cue and tech runs. Ensure cast understands moving pieces within the Aqua Theatre stage and understands the importance of safety throughout the show. - Coordinating production meetings at the end of each day with Stage & Production Manager and Head Costumer.- Schedule a full final tech dress run with the PM, Aqua stage staff to include all technical elements.- Create &/or update blocking book for the show when needed or not current.- Ensure that the cast is properly and completely prepared for show openings on a timely basis. Show less

  • Circus Mojo
    • United States
    • Performing Arts
    • 1 - 100 Employee
    • Guest Director of Show
      • Jun 2013 - Aug 2013

      Counseled and cultivated artistic growth of numerous international circus performers in accordance with Circus Mojo’s artistic goals and objectives. Partnered with Kentucky Symphony Orchestra as Director of Show for Cirque Devou Deux, a live concert event combining approx. 20 musicians and 20 circus performers. Directed, stage managed and technically operated numerous show events at the Ludlow Theater. Co-created, directed and rehearsed circus acts with talent from initial idea to first showing. - Liaisoned with KSO Executive Director to coordinate Cirque Devou Deux’s running order, music selection and rehearsal schedule. - Organized community outreach events, centered around using circus skills to educated and improve self esteem in local youth. - Consulted weekly with Circus Mojo’s founder regarding company’s artistic vision and integrity. Show less

  • Melange
    • United States
    • Retail
    • 1 - 100 Employee
    • Founder & CEO
      • Aug 2001 - Aug 2009

      Leveraged successful career in live entertainment to launch and run an independent production company focusing on corporate and theatrical show markets. With an average annual revenue of US$100k Melange’s clients included Audi, Sony, and HBO. Primary responsibilities included business development, marketing, show proposals, budget negotiation, event production, finance management and talent scouting. Oversaw stage, costume and lighting design as well as stage management and stage direction. Handled payroll, accounting and HR functions.- Oversaw company’s event productions, including logistical planning, asset utilization, internal communication and industry/technology research.- Sole recruiter of all managers and employees for company during its 8 year lifespan. - Exercised relationship building skills by producing an intimate show for the legendary Hollywood star, Elizabeth Taylor.- Constantly exhibited the leadership to make difficult decisions and achieve aggressive quality standards by providing clear direction to the technical crew, performers and venue personnel. Show less

    • Co-Producer, Co-Director of Entertainment for McDonald’s Annual Gala
      • Nov 2004 - Apr 2005

      Co-Produced, conceived and project managed the live entertainment for exclusive April 2005 event in Las Vegas for the international company worth US$20B in annual revenue. - Successfully pitched show style to McDonald’s representatives over the course of three meetings.- Proposed, secured and allocated the entertainment budget of US$200K.- Sourced, managed and directed a cast and crew of 15 artists, 5 musicians, 5 technical staff and 2 production assistants over the course of the six month production and rehearsal schedule. - Consulted and communicated the production schedule to McDonald’s representatives.- Managed the content creation process, including scripts, on-screen graphics, multimedia, video production and music. - Received a standing ovation from an exclusive guest list of over 1000 of McDonald’s management and representatives. Show less

    • Project Manager of Jet Blue Long Beach Live Festival
      • Apr 2004 - Aug 2004

      Delivered an entertaining and positive consumer experience during the three-day citywide festival of approximately 100,000 attendees in Long Beach, CA. USA. - Managed and allocated entertainment budget, delivering project to agreed upon cost of $US130K.- Recruited and managed team of 15 artists and 4 technical staff. - Negotiated all contracts for artists and technical staff. - Created and communicated entertainment and event timelines to artists, staff, festival directors and city officials. - Production Managed daily entertainment events coordinating music, lights, staging and personnel across four different stages. Show less

    • Co-Director, Production Assistant of PacBell (now AT&T) Corporate Gala
      • Jan 2002 - Aug 2002

      Co-produced and created three hour Moulin Rouge styled show for PacBell, a leading telecommunications company worth US$119B in annual revenue. - Co-estimated, advised and administered the $US1.2M event budget ensuring the best rates by skillfully negotiating with suppliers, entertainers and production staff.- Led a collaborative team of 30 creative personnel, 10 technical and production personnel and 25 F&B staff, ensuring all work achieved an outcome that met and exceeded clients’ expectations.- Met deadlines by producing and updating clear and accurate event and production timelines and leading team meetings to assess status of production timeline. - Effectively communicated production process with PacBell corporate representatives over the course of the planning stages. Show less

    • Producer of Celebrated Los Angeles Variety Shows
      • Sep 2000 - Sep 2001

      Produced, created and project managed “Sunset Rouge”, a highly successful show for Hollywood elite in the heart of Hollywood, CA. - Conceived and successfully implemented a “By Invitation Only” marketing concept to build citywide media attention.- Personally managed and coordinated with team of 10 artists, 3 technical staff, 1 PR person, 1 Promoter and 3 Venue Managers over the course of the show’s one year run.- Created, communicated and implemented every aspect of the production schedule during the lifecycle of the show’s run. - Responsible for the weekly, monthly and annual budget. Tracked all expenses and income. Show less

  • Dreamscapes
    • United States
    • 1 - 100 Employee
    • Tour Manager
      • Feb 2002 - May 2003

      Managed the Central and North American Tour of highly acclaimed production integrating music, dance, circus and film elements. Directed and administered the daily load-in and set-up of show equipment in all scheduled venues. Provided overall tour and personnel management, including HR and payroll functions. - Worked closely with company founder to develop new material for shows from initial concept to the finer details of blocking and sound and lighting cues. Managed the Central and North American Tour of highly acclaimed production integrating music, dance, circus and film elements. Directed and administered the daily load-in and set-up of show equipment in all scheduled venues. Provided overall tour and personnel management, including HR and payroll functions. - Worked closely with company founder to develop new material for shows from initial concept to the finer details of blocking and sound and lighting cues.

  • Nickelodeon
    • United States
    • Broadcast Media Production and Distribution
    • 700 & Above Employee
    • Game Show Host
      • Mar 2001 - Jan 2002

      Held high profile position as host of a nationally traveling game show for children and teenagers entitled “Game Lab”. Participated in show load-in, sound check, performance, crowd management and load-out. Briefed and prepared assistants for each show. - Represented the premier children’s network as on-air personality and primary liaison for media interviews and interaction with local figures. Held high profile position as host of a nationally traveling game show for children and teenagers entitled “Game Lab”. Participated in show load-in, sound check, performance, crowd management and load-out. Briefed and prepared assistants for each show. - Represented the premier children’s network as on-air personality and primary liaison for media interviews and interaction with local figures.

  • Cirque du Soleil Entertainment Group
    • Canada
    • Entertainment Providers
    • 700 & Above Employee
    • Creative Team Associate: VIP Tent Entertainment (Dralion)
      • Jan 2001 - Mar 2001

      Partnered with VIP Tent Artistic Director and other talent to conceive and write new material for world renowned Circus Arts company. - Provided vital direction of talent and created materials that had an ongoing positive effect on the world of the VIP Tent. - Work-shopped new material with Artistic Director to the satisfaction of upper company management. - Created the “One Minute Theater” concept which added a layer of spontaneous entertainment to the VIP tent experience. Partnered with VIP Tent Artistic Director and other talent to conceive and write new material for world renowned Circus Arts company. - Provided vital direction of talent and created materials that had an ongoing positive effect on the world of the VIP Tent. - Work-shopped new material with Artistic Director to the satisfaction of upper company management. - Created the “One Minute Theater” concept which added a layer of spontaneous entertainment to the VIP tent experience.

    • Co-Creator/Director, Krooze Komic Program
      • Aug 1998 - Jan 2001

      Played an integral role in the full life cycle development and production of a movable entertainment program for the world-leading cruise ship company. Personally managed crucial phases of auditioning, casting talent, direction, rehearsals, writing new material and coordinating technical production activities. - Credited with playing an essential role in the Krooze Komic Program and associated performance material that had an enormous positive impact on passenger satisfaction. - Successfully pitched the program and projected results to company director’s and prospective RCCL clients to obtain enthusiastic support for program. Show less

  • Ringling Bros. & Barnum and Bailey Circus
    • United States
    • Performing Arts
    • Physical Comedian, Content Creator
      • Aug 1996 - Dec 1997

      Joined the nation’s most famous three-ring circus during the 1997 season. Performed in over 500 shows across the U.S. Cast in the Camera Man role sharing “Center Ring” with the Ringmaster and star of the show, David Larible. - Wrote, directed, choreographed and performed hundreds of hours of physical comedy sketches for hundreds of thousands of people during the 1997 season. - Wrote, directed and performed in over 100 physical comedy sketches for live local news stations and televised talk shows across America. - Co-wrote, directed and performed comedy sketch on live television for nationally famous morning talk show, Good Morning America. Show less

Education

  • Ringling Bros. & Barnum and Bailey Clown College
    Clowning, Circus Arts
    1996 - 1996
  • University of Washington
    BA in Drama, Theater
    1994 - 1995
  • Cornish College
    BFA in Acting
    1989 - 1992

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