Bradley Akers

Managing Director at Players by the Sea Theatre
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(386) 825-5501
Location
Jacksonville, Florida, United States, US

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Experience

    • United States
    • Performing Arts
    • 1 - 100 Employee
    • Managing Director
      • Sep 2023 - Present

      Jacksonville Beach, Florida, United States

    • Managing + Creative Director
      • Jan 2016 - Present

      Studio A.12 specializes in visual storytelling through branding, graphic design and marketing services. As Managing + Creative Director of Studio A.12, I take great joy in working collaboratively to find creative ways of telling a brand story. My work with individuals or organizations is guided by two principles: every story has value + every story has purpose.

    • Managing Artistic Director
      • Jan 2021 - Sep 2023

      Jacksonville, Florida, United States The 5 & Dime Theatre Co. tells stories that engage, inspire, entertain, and challenge audiences, nurturing a rich artistic culture in Jacksonville. A group of artists and friends came together with a common goal: To make a change in the Jacksonville Cultural Arts Community. From this, The 5 & Dime, A Theatre Company, was born. It started with a simple question, “Why not us?” And so we offer this: “Why not YOU?” The 5 & Dime opens doors to and for all artists of all disciplines… Show more The 5 & Dime Theatre Co. tells stories that engage, inspire, entertain, and challenge audiences, nurturing a rich artistic culture in Jacksonville. A group of artists and friends came together with a common goal: To make a change in the Jacksonville Cultural Arts Community. From this, The 5 & Dime, A Theatre Company, was born. It started with a simple question, “Why not us?” And so we offer this: “Why not YOU?” The 5 & Dime opens doors to and for all artists of all disciplines whose passion, skill, drive, and enthusiasm need a place to call home. We hope to facilitate diverse opportunities and a supportive environment to feature flourishing talent and collaboration. So, with a renewed hope in what is possible – from people just like you – we boldly set forth on this venture… come along, won’t you? Show less

    • United States
    • Performing Arts
    • 1 - 100 Employee
    • Interim Marketing Director
      • Apr 2018 - Aug 2018

      Marketing Strategy + Social Media Management + Graphic Design + Photography Limelight Theatre in St. Augustine, FL has a rich 27-year history of bringing enrichment, education and entertainment to St. Johns County. I joined the organization as Interim Marketing Director to enhance and progress the marketing strategies whilst a full-time Marketing Director was sourced. After a full-time Marketing Director was selected, I remained with the organization and provide Graphic Design services… Show more Marketing Strategy + Social Media Management + Graphic Design + Photography Limelight Theatre in St. Augustine, FL has a rich 27-year history of bringing enrichment, education and entertainment to St. Johns County. I joined the organization as Interim Marketing Director to enhance and progress the marketing strategies whilst a full-time Marketing Director was sourced. After a full-time Marketing Director was selected, I remained with the organization and provide Graphic Design services through Studio A.12. Show less

    • Creative Marketing Manager
      • Sep 2017 - Aug 2018

      Jacksonville, Florida Area Marketing Strategy + Content Creation + Graphic Design + Social Media Management + Photography I joined the team at Players by the Sea Theatre again to re-align and re-focus the organization's marketing strategy and efforts during the theatre's re-definition of internal operations and processes.

    • United States
    • Marketing Services
    • 1 - 100 Employee
    • Marketing Coordinator
      • Mar 2017 - Apr 2018

      Jacksonville, Florida Area Content Creation + Social Media Management + Internal Graphic Design Kessler Creative is a one-stop shop marketing agency specializing in direct marketing. I am part of the Marketing team, focusing on internal marketing. Responsibilities include creating content for the company's blog, managing and strategically planning all Social Media platforms, collaborating with the Director of Marketing & Sales and Director of Digital Sales on marketing campaigns, and designing a multitude of… Show more Content Creation + Social Media Management + Internal Graphic Design Kessler Creative is a one-stop shop marketing agency specializing in direct marketing. I am part of the Marketing team, focusing on internal marketing. Responsibilities include creating content for the company's blog, managing and strategically planning all Social Media platforms, collaborating with the Director of Marketing & Sales and Director of Digital Sales on marketing campaigns, and designing a multitude of marketing collateral (pitch decks, sell sheets, postcards, brochures, business essentials, etc.) Show less

    • Associate Director
      • Jan 2015 - Aug 2016

      Marketing Direction + Creative Direction and Graphic Design + Grant Writing + Strategic Planning + Volunteer Experience Enhancement • Assisted the Executive Director with the continuation of Audience Development, Marketing, Strategic Planning and Advocacy in order to ensure the Theatre’s mission and artistic integrity is maintained. • Supervised the creation and execution of all Communication Strategies and Media Platforms including Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, E-Mail Marketing… Show more Marketing Direction + Creative Direction and Graphic Design + Grant Writing + Strategic Planning + Volunteer Experience Enhancement • Assisted the Executive Director with the continuation of Audience Development, Marketing, Strategic Planning and Advocacy in order to ensure the Theatre’s mission and artistic integrity is maintained. • Supervised the creation and execution of all Communication Strategies and Media Platforms including Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, E-Mail Marketing & the Website. • Conceptualized and executed all Graphic Design for the company — including Posters, Playbills, Branding and Business Essentials, Web Graphics, Signage, Advertisements, Video, etc. • Supervised the Communications Coordinator to ensure timely and accurate Media Presence. • Grant writing for City and State Grants (3 years of Grant Writing experience). • Executed and/or coordinated all Theatre Photography.

    • Communications Manager
      • 2013 - Jan 2015

      • Managed the creation and execution of all Communication Strategies and Media Platforms including Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, E-Mail Marketing (via Mailchimp) & the Website. • Managed and maintained all Press and Media Contact for the theatre. • Managed the Graphic Designers. • Built all theatre programming playbills — including design, layout and information gathering. • Led the design and implementation process of the Theatre’s re-brand. • Coordinated… Show more • Managed the creation and execution of all Communication Strategies and Media Platforms including Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, E-Mail Marketing (via Mailchimp) & the Website. • Managed and maintained all Press and Media Contact for the theatre. • Managed the Graphic Designers. • Built all theatre programming playbills — including design, layout and information gathering. • Led the design and implementation process of the Theatre’s re-brand. • Coordinated all Theatre Photography.

Education

  • The University of the Arts
    Directing, Playwriting & Production
    2012 - 2013
  • Douglas Anderson School of the Arts
    High School, Theatre/Theater
    2008 - 2012

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