yoshi kuroi

Business Manager at National Queer Theater
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(386) 825-5501
Location
Bronx, New York, United States, US

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Experience

    • United States
    • Entertainment Providers
    • 1 - 100 Employee
    • Business Manager
      • Feb 2022 - Present

    • United States
    • Performing Arts
    • 1 - 100 Employee
    • General Manager
      • Feb 2021 - Present

      Staffs the office for bookings, deliveries, inquiries, and space viewings Records and reconciles weekly box office cash totals Developing new employee handbook and onboarding process Assisted development of reopening plan and the installation of upgrades to the Kraine Theatre Built and maintains FRIGID’s new scheduler system, new contracting process, and integrations Staffs the office for bookings, deliveries, inquiries, and space viewings Records and reconciles weekly box office cash totals Developing new employee handbook and onboarding process Assisted development of reopening plan and the installation of upgrades to the Kraine Theatre Built and maintains FRIGID’s new scheduler system, new contracting process, and integrations

    • United States
    • Performing Arts
    • 1 - 100 Employee
    • Managing Director
      • Jul 2017 - Jan 2021

      Collaborated with the board to define and execute the corporation’s strategic direction- Assisted construction of and engaged in anti-bullying, anti-harassment, and anti-racist initiatives- Supervised scheduling/coordination of the artistic/administrative functions of the corporation- Performed other duties as required to keep the corporation running smoothlyPartnered with the Artistic Director to foster a constructive and positive work culture- Produced events for ensemble development and enrichment- Coordinated marketing efforts with the ensemble- Acted as a liaison between the ensemble and the management of the theaterManaged the organization’s personnel- Supervised and coordinated scheduling with the Technical Director & Volunteer Coordinator- Provided the ensemble and the board of directors with timely updates and reportsAdministered the overall budget and finances of the company- Created and implemented the annual budget with board approval- Led the committee responsible for the annual fundraising Gala- Wrote checks and paid expenses in accordance with the annual budget- Maintained accurate records of all incomes and expenses- Coordinated activities and finances of committees through committee chairsCoordinated with outside agencies- Contracted with all outside vendors such as lawyers, accountants, and insurance consultants- Opened and maintained bank accounts and secured loans as needed- Facilitated communication between the NY, London, SF, and Chicago Neo-Futurist companies Show less

    • Assistant Managing Director
      • Feb 2014 - Jul 2017

      Collaborated with the Managing Director on projects regarding the company as a wholeHired, trained, and supervised the intern staffManaged the calendar, ensuring ensemble and staff were up to date on agenda itemsOversaw the archive and routine maintenance of the websiteServed as Secretary of the Board of DirectorsAdministered company email addressesOrganized basic office managementSupervised the merchandise inventory and merchandise mailingAwarded Fractured Atlas’ 2016 Unsung Heroes of Arts Administration Show less

    • Head Intern
      • Jun 2013 - Feb 2014

      Trained and coordinated new internsPerformed administrative tasksCreated successful student outreach program: “Back2School”Assisted the current ensemble and staff of the showSourced props, built set pieces, and aided set-up and clean up for showsManaged social media outreach to community and potential audience

    • Intern
      • Aug 2012 - Jun 2013

      Assisted the current ensemble and staff of the showSourced props, built set pieces, and aided set-up and clean up for showsManaged social media outreach to community and potential audience

    • Head Cashier
      • Dec 2013 - Apr 2014

      Supervises cashiers and monitors / maintains the cash in the registers and in the safeIncreased public relations responsibilities, ameliorates dissatisfied customersDJs restaurant music

    • Cashier
      • Apr 2013 - Dec 2013

      Served customers at the cash register and conveying food from the kitchenAssisted customers by providing detailed information about foodInformed customers of promotional items and programs

    • Stage Manager
      • Jun 2012 - Jun 2012

      Assisted with set-up and clean-up Cued lights and sounds for performance Assisted with set-up and clean-up Cued lights and sounds for performance

  • Midnight Cabaret
    • New York, NY
    • Artistic Director
      • Jan 2012 - May 2012

      Created "best of show" series and produced its first iteration Produced production of "The Pillowman" Managed day-to-day operation of the company, including smooth running of the weekly show Ran meetings, rehearsals, and readings Accounted for all tech, props and costume pieces Created "best of show" series and produced its first iteration Produced production of "The Pillowman" Managed day-to-day operation of the company, including smooth running of the weekly show Ran meetings, rehearsals, and readings Accounted for all tech, props and costume pieces

    • Development Director
      • Sep 2011 - May 2012

      Developed a community of students to work in the theater and to attend the shows Created outreach programs such as “Page to the Stage” and “24-Hour Theatrical Marathon” Mentored directors and stage managers by integrating a program with production meetings Supervised and maintained a 65-seat black box theater Developed a community of students to work in the theater and to attend the shows Created outreach programs such as “Page to the Stage” and “24-Hour Theatrical Marathon” Mentored directors and stage managers by integrating a program with production meetings Supervised and maintained a 65-seat black box theater

    • Phonathon Caller
      • Aug 2011 - May 2012

      Contacted alumni and community to solicit donations and update contact information Contacted alumni and community to solicit donations and update contact information

    • Fight Choreographer
      • Feb 2012 - Apr 2012

      Created stage combat choreography for production of "Spring Awakening" Ensured safety of actors Created stage combat choreography for production of "Spring Awakening" Ensured safety of actors

  • The Black Squirrel
    • Bronxville, NY
    • Barista
      • Oct 2010 - May 2011

      Served beverages and food made to order and DJed entertainment for customers Served beverages and food made to order and DJed entertainment for customers

  • Midnight Cabaret
    • New York, NY
    • Director
      • Oct 2010 - Apr 2011

      Directed company's production of "Peter Pan: The Boy Who Would Not Grow Up" Edited production script Sought out and hired design and technical teams Cast actors Ran rehearsals and production meetings Directed company's production of "Peter Pan: The Boy Who Would Not Grow Up" Edited production script Sought out and hired design and technical teams Cast actors Ran rehearsals and production meetings

  • GRIT
    • New York, NY
    • Costume Designer
      • Jun 2010 - Aug 2010

      Designed, sourced, & built costumes for actors in the show Designed, sourced, & built costumes for actors in the show

    • 1st Assistant Stage Manager
      • Jun 2009 - Sep 2009

      Assisted the Stage Manager Supervised the 2nd Assistant Stage Manager Coordinated technical, costume, and set elements especially in transit between tour locations Assisted the Stage Manager Supervised the 2nd Assistant Stage Manager Coordinated technical, costume, and set elements especially in transit between tour locations

    • Resort Transportation & Parking
      • Mar 2009 - Jun 2009

      Guided traffic in and out of parking lots and provided information resources to park guests Guided traffic in and out of parking lots and provided information resources to park guests

    • Stage Manager
      • Apr 2009 - Apr 2009

      Stage managed production of "Fires in the Mirrors" Created sound design for show Assisted with lighting design Assisted with set design Cued lights and sounds for performance Stage managed production of "Fires in the Mirrors" Created sound design for show Assisted with lighting design Assisted with set design Cued lights and sounds for performance

    • Resident Advisor
      • Apr 2008 - Jan 2009

      Mentored and managed residents’ personal safety and well-being Assisted students in academic, social, and personal matters Facilitated programs for residents in accordance with college policies Mentored and managed residents’ personal safety and well-being Assisted students in academic, social, and personal matters Facilitated programs for residents in accordance with college policies

  • Midnight Cabaret
    • Bronxville, CA
    • Managing Director
      • Apr 2008 - Jan 2009

      Created "48-Hour Film Festival" and produced its first iteration Produced accompanied screening of "The Cabinet of Dr. Caligari" Produced and directed production of "Adventure Play" Managed day-to-day operation of the company, including smooth running of the weekly show Ran meetings, rehearsals, and readings Accounted for all tech, props and costume pieces Created "48-Hour Film Festival" and produced its first iteration Produced accompanied screening of "The Cabinet of Dr. Caligari" Produced and directed production of "Adventure Play" Managed day-to-day operation of the company, including smooth running of the weekly show Ran meetings, rehearsals, and readings Accounted for all tech, props and costume pieces

Education

  • Sarah Lawrence College
    Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Performing Arts
    2007 - 2012
  • The Harker School
    High School Diploma
    2003 - 2007

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