Ashley Elizabeth Thompson
Quinte West,ON
Summary
Self-motivated Stage Manager with proven leadership skills in expertly synchronizing productions. Talented in managing technical and performance logistics from the planning stages through the run of the show. Personable throughout the life of the project when communicating with others to solve issues that arise.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Backstage Manager
Theatre Dance Academy
05.2016 - Current
- Handled unexpected issues that arose during productions calmly and efficiently while maintaining professionalism throughout the process.
- Enhanced show quality by effectively managing backstage operations and coordinating with production teams.
- Streamlined set changes for smoother transitions between scenes, improving overall audience experience.
- Organized pre-show preparations including dressing room assignments, green room setup, hospitality arrangements for visiting artists or VIP guests.
- Served as liaison between front-of-house staff and backstage crew, ensuring smooth communication and cooperation during live events.
- Assisted in organizing and overseeing assignments to drive operational excellence.
Production Instructor
Theatre Dance Academy
09.2006 - Current
- Promoted a positive learning environment by establishing clear expectations and maintaining consistent classroom management techniques.
- Tracked student progress, frequently checking in with struggling students and identifying root causes of problems.
- Boosted student performance by providing individualized support and targeted feedback.
- Initiated new learning methods, eliminating instructional gaps and improving comprehension.
- Applied various teaching aids to minimize learning gaps and instruct and motivate students.
- Shifted between formal and informal methods of teaching to keep students engaged.
Education
Ballet Tap Jazz
British Association of Teacher of Dance
Safe Development of Sports
National Coaches Certification Program
2018
Skills
- Safety awareness
- Deadline-oriented
- Technical knowledge
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Expertise in subject matter
- Multicultural Sensitivity
- Managing production logistics
- Rehearsal Direction
- Prop management
- Project Coordination
- Production Standards Conformance
- Work Planning and Prioritization
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
French
Elementary
Timeline
Backstage Manager
Theatre Dance Academy
05.2016 - Current
Production Instructor
Theatre Dance Academy
09.2006 - Current
Ballet Tap Jazz
British Association of Teacher of Dance
Safe Development of Sports
National Coaches Certification Program
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