Chicago Opera Theater
Industry: Opera company
DescriptionThe Chicago Opera Theater is an American opera company based in Chicago, Illinois. COT has been a resident at the Harris Theater for Music and Dance in Chicago's Millennium Park and is currently in residence at the newly renovated Studebaker Theater in the historic Fine Arts Building. Founder: Alan Stone Founded: 1974 Headquarters: Illinois
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Chicago Opera Theater Employees
Employee
Years
Job
Industry
Rachel Jeffery Rachel Jeffery's Chicago Opera Theater Experience January 2013 - June 2013
Job Corporate and Foundation Relations Manager at Chicago Children's Choir
Industry Performing Arts
Experience
Chicago Children's Choir October 2014 - Present
Chicago Children's Choir July 2013 - September 2014
Chicago Opera Theater January 2013 - June 2013
Chicago Children's Choir September 2012 - June 2013
University of Chicago September 2011 - June 2012
Our Lady of Good Counsel School August 2010 - June 2011
Kalamazoo College August 2009 - June 2010
Kalamazoo College August 2009 - December 2009
Kalamazoo College August 2009 - November 2009
Skills
Choral, Music, Art, Music Theory, Nonprofits, Editing, Fundraising, Grant Writing, Research, History, Teaching, Arts Administration, Volunteer Management, Community Outreach, Event Planning, Public Speaking
Education
University of Chicago 2011 — 2012
Master of Arts (M.A.), American Literature
Kalamazoo College 2006 — 2010
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), English and Philosophy, Summa cum laude
ACM Newberry Seminar 2008 — 2008
Semester study away program, American Studies
Chicago Children's Choir October 2014 - Present
Chicago Children's Choir July 2013 - September 2014
Chicago Opera Theater January 2013 - June 2013
Chicago Children's Choir September 2012 - June 2013
University of Chicago September 2011 - June 2012
Our Lady of Good Counsel School August 2010 - June 2011
Kalamazoo College August 2009 - June 2010
Kalamazoo College August 2009 - December 2009
Kalamazoo College August 2009 - November 2009
Skills
Choral, Music, Art, Music Theory, Nonprofits, Editing, Fundraising, Grant Writing, Research, History, Teaching, Arts Administration, Volunteer Management, Community Outreach, Event Planning, Public Speaking
Education
University of Chicago 2011 — 2012
Master of Arts (M.A.), American Literature
Kalamazoo College 2006 — 2010
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), English and Philosophy, Summa cum laude
ACM Newberry Seminar 2008 — 2008
Semester study away program, American Studies
Justin Berkowitz Justin Berkowitz's Chicago Opera Theater Experience August 2013 - September 2013
Job Performing Artist at St. Petersburg Opera
Industry Music
Experience
St. Petersburg Opera April 2014 - Present
Lyric Opera of Chicago September 2013 - Present
Opera Naples January 2013 - Present
Self-employed 2013 - Present
Chicago Opera Theater August 2013 - September 2013
University Musical Society September 2011 - July 2013
Ohio Light Opera Company May 2012 - August 2012
Skills
Singing, Opera, Classical, Music, Vocalist, Vocal, Piano, Choral, Theatre, Performing Arts, Musical Theatre, Music Education
Education
University of Michigan 2011 — 2013
Master of Music, Voice Performance and Opera
Lawrence University 2006 — 2011
Bachelor of Music, Bachelor of Arts, Voice Performance and Opera, English
St. Petersburg Opera April 2014 - Present
Lyric Opera of Chicago September 2013 - Present
Opera Naples January 2013 - Present
Self-employed 2013 - Present
Chicago Opera Theater August 2013 - September 2013
University Musical Society September 2011 - July 2013
Ohio Light Opera Company May 2012 - August 2012
Skills
Singing, Opera, Classical, Music, Vocalist, Vocal, Piano, Choral, Theatre, Performing Arts, Musical Theatre, Music Education
Education
University of Michigan 2011 — 2013
Master of Music, Voice Performance and Opera
Lawrence University 2006 — 2011
Bachelor of Music, Bachelor of Arts, Voice Performance and Opera, English
Corbin Baran Corbin Baran's Chicago Opera Theater Experience June 2010 - September 2010
Job Commercial Sales Consultant at Medical Mutual
Industry Insurance
Experience
Medical Mutual October 2014 - Present
Coyote Logistics September 2011 - August 2014
Chicago Opera Theater June 2010 - September 2010
TalentDrive June 2009 - August 2009
P.K. Contracting May 2008 - August 2008
Skills
Healthcare Consulting, Life Insurance, Strategic Communications, Teamwork, Marketing, Account Management, Customer Satisfaction, Microsoft Office, Multi Tasking, Versatile, Salesforce.com, GoldMine CRM, Public Speaking
Education
DePaul University 2007 — 2011
Bachelor of Arts, Advertising & Public Relations. Minor in Marketing (Sales Leadership Program)
Medical Mutual October 2014 - Present
Coyote Logistics September 2011 - August 2014
Chicago Opera Theater June 2010 - September 2010
TalentDrive June 2009 - August 2009
P.K. Contracting May 2008 - August 2008
Skills
Healthcare Consulting, Life Insurance, Strategic Communications, Teamwork, Marketing, Account Management, Customer Satisfaction, Microsoft Office, Multi Tasking, Versatile, Salesforce.com, GoldMine CRM, Public Speaking
Education
DePaul University 2007 — 2011
Bachelor of Arts, Advertising & Public Relations. Minor in Marketing (Sales Leadership Program)
Daniel Grambow's Chicago Opera Theater Experience January 2015 - Present
Job Artistic Director at Floating Opera Company
Industry Performing Arts
Experience
Chicago Opera Theater January 2015 - Present
Chime School of Music September 2014 - Present
Floating Opera Company April 2014 - Present
St. Alphonsus School / Parish September 2013 - Present
Lumen Christi Mequon June 2005 - Present
Main Street Opera June 2013 - July 2014
International Lyric Academy July 2013 - August 2013
Talespinners Children's Theater April 2013 - July 2013
Old Stone Presbyterian Church August 2012 - June 2013
Distance Learning Department at Cleveland Institute of Music September 2012 - May 2013
Skills
Singing, Theatre, Music, Musical Theatre, Music Education, Piano, Music Theory, Social Media, Public Speaking, Microsoft Office, Event Planning, Chamber Music, Composition, Teaching, Microsoft Excel, Classical, Recording, Higher Education, Choral, Acting, Performing Arts, Improvisation, Vocal, Opera, Stage, Sight Reading, Keyboards, Sibelius, Drama, Songs, Creative Writing, Research, Spanish, Jazz, Ensemble, Theatrical Production, Vocalist, Songwriting, Conducting, Stage Combat, Plays, Voice Lessons, Voice Acting, Acoustic Guitar, Vocal Jazz, Music History, Stage Management, Vocal Coaching, Oratorio
Education
Cleveland Institute of Music 2011 — 2013
Master of Music, Voice Performance
University of Miami 2007 — 2011
Bachelor of Music, Vocal Performance
Chicago Opera Theater January 2015 - Present
Chime School of Music September 2014 - Present
Floating Opera Company April 2014 - Present
St. Alphonsus School / Parish September 2013 - Present
Lumen Christi Mequon June 2005 - Present
Main Street Opera June 2013 - July 2014
International Lyric Academy July 2013 - August 2013
Talespinners Children's Theater April 2013 - July 2013
Old Stone Presbyterian Church August 2012 - June 2013
Distance Learning Department at Cleveland Institute of Music September 2012 - May 2013
Skills
Singing, Theatre, Music, Musical Theatre, Music Education, Piano, Music Theory, Social Media, Public Speaking, Microsoft Office, Event Planning, Chamber Music, Composition, Teaching, Microsoft Excel, Classical, Recording, Higher Education, Choral, Acting, Performing Arts, Improvisation, Vocal, Opera, Stage, Sight Reading, Keyboards, Sibelius, Drama, Songs, Creative Writing, Research, Spanish, Jazz, Ensemble, Theatrical Production, Vocalist, Songwriting, Conducting, Stage Combat, Plays, Voice Lessons, Voice Acting, Acoustic Guitar, Vocal Jazz, Music History, Stage Management, Vocal Coaching, Oratorio
Education
Cleveland Institute of Music 2011 — 2013
Master of Music, Voice Performance
University of Miami 2007 — 2011
Bachelor of Music, Vocal Performance
Kristin Smithson's Chicago Opera Theater Experience 2006 - 2007
Job Director of Marketing & Communications at Kauffman Center for the Performing Arts
Industry Performing Arts
Experience
Kauffman Center for the Performing Arts July 2014 - Present
Kauffman Center for the Performing Arts January 2013 - July 2014
Kauffman Center for the Performing Arts January 2012 - January 2013
Kauffman Center for the Performing Arts November 2007 - January 2012
TheatreDreams 2006 - 2007
Chicago Opera Theater 2006 - 2007
Chicago Loop Alliance 2006 - 2007
The Chicago Theatre 2006 - 2007
Starlight Theatre 2004 - 2004
Skills
Project Management, Strategic Communications, Social Media Strategy, Special Events, Web Content, Email Marketing, Building Community..., Tessitura Database, Donor Management, Fundraising Strategy, Publicity, Fundraising, Tessitura, Nonprofits, Event Management, Social Media Marketing, Arts Administration, Newsletters, Performing Arts, Event Planning, Advertising, Sponsorship, Public Relations, Editing, Budgets, Volunteer Management, Theatre, Public Speaking, Grant Writing, Community Development, Community Outreach, Social Media, Marketing Communications, Media Relations, Press Releases, Social Networking, Music, Grants
Education
Columbia College Chicago 2005 — 2007
Masters of Arts Management, Arts, Entertainment & Media Management
Truman State University
Bachelor of Music, Voice and Opera
Truman State University
Bachelor of Arts (BA), Music
Kauffman Center for the Performing Arts July 2014 - Present
Kauffman Center for the Performing Arts January 2013 - July 2014
Kauffman Center for the Performing Arts January 2012 - January 2013
Kauffman Center for the Performing Arts November 2007 - January 2012
TheatreDreams 2006 - 2007
Chicago Opera Theater 2006 - 2007
Chicago Loop Alliance 2006 - 2007
The Chicago Theatre 2006 - 2007
Starlight Theatre 2004 - 2004
Skills
Project Management, Strategic Communications, Social Media Strategy, Special Events, Web Content, Email Marketing, Building Community..., Tessitura Database, Donor Management, Fundraising Strategy, Publicity, Fundraising, Tessitura, Nonprofits, Event Management, Social Media Marketing, Arts Administration, Newsletters, Performing Arts, Event Planning, Advertising, Sponsorship, Public Relations, Editing, Budgets, Volunteer Management, Theatre, Public Speaking, Grant Writing, Community Development, Community Outreach, Social Media, Marketing Communications, Media Relations, Press Releases, Social Networking, Music, Grants
Education
Columbia College Chicago 2005 — 2007
Masters of Arts Management, Arts, Entertainment & Media Management
Truman State University
Bachelor of Music, Voice and Opera
Truman State University
Bachelor of Arts (BA), Music
Linda Summerfield's Chicago Opera Theater Experience 1986 - 1989
Job Director of Communication at The Church of the Holy Spirit
Industry Design
Experience
The Church of the Holy Spirit February 2015 - Present
Linda Crispell Fun Vintage Style January 2006 - Present
Self-Employed 1994 - Present
Lake Forest/Lake Bluff Chamber of Commerce July 2013 - February 2015
Concordia International School Shanghai May 2011 - May 2012
Ravinia School 2006 - 2008
Kohl Children's Museum 1999 - 2000
Chicago Opera Theater 1986 - 1989
Bacon's Clipping Bureau 1986 - 1988
Skills
Mixed Media, Collage, Microsoft Word, Creative Writing, Contemporary Art, Social Media Marketing, Blogging, Event Planning, Styling, Online Retail, Customer Service, Fundraising, Editing, Teaching, Drawing, Fine Art, Photography, Magazines, Jewelry Design, Handmade Jewelry, Fashion, Graphic Design, Publications, Newsletters, Social Media, Press Releases, Email Marketing, Digital Media, Web Content, Strategic Communications, Marketing Communications, Art, Social Networking, Writing
Education
University of Michigan
The Church of the Holy Spirit February 2015 - Present
Linda Crispell Fun Vintage Style January 2006 - Present
Self-Employed 1994 - Present
Lake Forest/Lake Bluff Chamber of Commerce July 2013 - February 2015
Concordia International School Shanghai May 2011 - May 2012
Ravinia School 2006 - 2008
Kohl Children's Museum 1999 - 2000
Chicago Opera Theater 1986 - 1989
Bacon's Clipping Bureau 1986 - 1988
Skills
Mixed Media, Collage, Microsoft Word, Creative Writing, Contemporary Art, Social Media Marketing, Blogging, Event Planning, Styling, Online Retail, Customer Service, Fundraising, Editing, Teaching, Drawing, Fine Art, Photography, Magazines, Jewelry Design, Handmade Jewelry, Fashion, Graphic Design, Publications, Newsletters, Social Media, Press Releases, Email Marketing, Digital Media, Web Content, Strategic Communications, Marketing Communications, Art, Social Networking, Writing
Education
University of Michigan
Carolyn Pairitz Carolyn Pairitz's Chicago Opera Theater Experience September 2010 - December 2010
Job Senior Editor, ETFs & Financials at Seeking Alpha
Industry Financial Services
Experience
Seeking Alpha September 2013 - Present
Mitre Media Corp. April 2013 - August 2013
ETF Database July 2012 - March 2013
UBS Wealth Management Division November 2011 - June 2012
DePaul University August 2011 - June 2012
Chicago Opera Theater September 2010 - December 2010
Skills
Financial Analysis, Editing, Google Analytics, ETFs, Microsoft Excel, Public Speaking, SQL, Customer Relations, Research, Analysis, Facebook, Microsoft Office, Spanish, PowerPoint, Access, Mutual Funds, Alternative Investments, Microsoft Word
Education
DePaul University 2009 — 2013
Bachelor of Science, Finance
Seeking Alpha September 2013 - Present
Mitre Media Corp. April 2013 - August 2013
ETF Database July 2012 - March 2013
UBS Wealth Management Division November 2011 - June 2012
DePaul University August 2011 - June 2012
Chicago Opera Theater September 2010 - December 2010
Skills
Financial Analysis, Editing, Google Analytics, ETFs, Microsoft Excel, Public Speaking, SQL, Customer Relations, Research, Analysis, Facebook, Microsoft Office, Spanish, PowerPoint, Access, Mutual Funds, Alternative Investments, Microsoft Word
Education
DePaul University 2009 — 2013
Bachelor of Science, Finance
Jenn Hawe Jenn Hawe's Chicago Opera Theater Experience June 2013 - August 2013
Job Editorial Advisor at UIC Honors College
Industry Higher Education
Experience
University of Illinois at Chicago Honors College January 2012 - Present
University of Illinois at Chicago English Department August 2008 - Present
Freelance Writing and Editorial Services September 2007 - Present
Chicago Opera Theater June 2013 - August 2013
Black Clock September 2006 - May 2008
Skills
Tessitura, Guidestar, Microsoft Office, QuickBooks, Copywriting, Copy Editing, Organizational..., Undergraduate Mentoring, Communication and..., Prioritize Workload, Meet Deadlines, Staff Supervision, Decisioning, Set and meet goals, Growth Oriented, Fundraising, Grant Writing
Education
University of Illinois at Chicago 2008 — 2014
Doctor of Philosophy (PhD), English Language and Literature, General
California Institute of the Arts 2006 — 2008
Master of Fine Arts (MFA), Writing and Critical Studies
Ithaca College 2000 — 2004
Bachelor of Music, Vocal Performance
University of Illinois at Chicago Honors College January 2012 - Present
University of Illinois at Chicago English Department August 2008 - Present
Freelance Writing and Editorial Services September 2007 - Present
Chicago Opera Theater June 2013 - August 2013
Black Clock September 2006 - May 2008
Skills
Tessitura, Guidestar, Microsoft Office, QuickBooks, Copywriting, Copy Editing, Organizational..., Undergraduate Mentoring, Communication and..., Prioritize Workload, Meet Deadlines, Staff Supervision, Decisioning, Set and meet goals, Growth Oriented, Fundraising, Grant Writing
Education
University of Illinois at Chicago 2008 — 2014
Doctor of Philosophy (PhD), English Language and Literature, General
California Institute of the Arts 2006 — 2008
Master of Fine Arts (MFA), Writing and Critical Studies
Ithaca College 2000 — 2004
Bachelor of Music, Vocal Performance
Cassidy Smith Cassidy Smith's Chicago Opera Theater Experience August 2013 - Present
Job Young Artist at Chicago Opera Theater
Industry Music
Experience
Chicago Opera Theater August 2013 - Present
Comedy Works February 2009 - August 2013
Opera Colorado September 2012 - May 2013
Augustana Lutheran September 2010 - August 2012
Skills
Choral, Singing, Music Theory, Musical Theatre, Opera, Chamber Music, Vocal Coaching, Vocal, Teaching, Performing Arts, Classical, Oratorio, Acting, Ensemble
Education
Chicago College of Performing Arts 2013 — 2015
Professional Diploma in Opera
University of Denver 2011 — 2012
Performance Certificate
University of Denver 2006 — 2010
BM
IES Vienna 2008 — 2008
Chicago Opera Theater August 2013 - Present
Comedy Works February 2009 - August 2013
Opera Colorado September 2012 - May 2013
Augustana Lutheran September 2010 - August 2012
Skills
Choral, Singing, Music Theory, Musical Theatre, Opera, Chamber Music, Vocal Coaching, Vocal, Teaching, Performing Arts, Classical, Oratorio, Acting, Ensemble
Education
Chicago College of Performing Arts 2013 — 2015
Professional Diploma in Opera
University of Denver 2011 — 2012
Performance Certificate
University of Denver 2006 — 2010
BM
IES Vienna 2008 — 2008
Sheldon Miller Sheldon Miller's Chicago Opera Theater Experience August 2014 - August 2014
Job Pianist, singer, recording artist
Industry Music
Experience
Chicago Opera Theater August 2014 - August 2014
Des Moines Metro Opera, Inc. May 2014 - July 2014
Minnesota Opera August 2012 - April 2014
Des Moines Metro Opera, Inc. May 2013 - July 2013
The Santa Fe Opera June 2012 - August 2012
Skills
Songwriting, Music Production, Music, Music Industry, Recording, Composition, Studio Recording, Songs, Singing, Band, Vocal, Music Publishing, Music Education, Guitar, Audio Engineering, Rock
Education
Roosevelt University 2011 — 2012
Professional Diploma, Collaborative PIano
Roosevelt University 2002 — 2011
Bachelor's degree, Piano and Vocal Performance
Chicago Opera Theater August 2014 - August 2014
Des Moines Metro Opera, Inc. May 2014 - July 2014
Minnesota Opera August 2012 - April 2014
Des Moines Metro Opera, Inc. May 2013 - July 2013
The Santa Fe Opera June 2012 - August 2012
Skills
Songwriting, Music Production, Music, Music Industry, Recording, Composition, Studio Recording, Songs, Singing, Band, Vocal, Music Publishing, Music Education, Guitar, Audio Engineering, Rock
Education
Roosevelt University 2011 — 2012
Professional Diploma, Collaborative PIano
Roosevelt University 2002 — 2011
Bachelor's degree, Piano and Vocal Performance
Ashley (Albertson) Magnus Ashley (Albertson) Magnus's Chicago Opera Theater Experience September 2015 - Present
Job Director of Development
Industry Performing Arts
Experience
Chicago Opera Theater September 2015 - Present
Utah Symphony Utah Opera January 2015 - September 2015
Utah Symphony Utah Opera September 2012 - January 2015
Utah Symphony Utah Opera June 2011 - August 2012
Utah Symphony & Opera May 2008 - June 2011
Skills
Opera, Fundraising, Event Planning, Community Outreach, Non-profits, Event Management, Social Media, Editing, Volunteer Management, Social Networking, Grant Writing, Nonprofits, Press Releases, Performing Arts, Arts Administration, Music, Training, Media Relations, Tessitura
Education
University of Utah - David Eccles School of Business 2011 — 2013
MBA
University of Evansville 2004 — 2008
Music Management, Music, Business
Chicago Opera Theater September 2015 - Present
Utah Symphony Utah Opera January 2015 - September 2015
Utah Symphony Utah Opera September 2012 - January 2015
Utah Symphony Utah Opera June 2011 - August 2012
Utah Symphony & Opera May 2008 - June 2011
Skills
Opera, Fundraising, Event Planning, Community Outreach, Non-profits, Event Management, Social Media, Editing, Volunteer Management, Social Networking, Grant Writing, Nonprofits, Press Releases, Performing Arts, Arts Administration, Music, Training, Media Relations, Tessitura
Education
University of Utah - David Eccles School of Business 2011 — 2013
MBA
University of Evansville 2004 — 2008
Music Management, Music, Business
Iris Wei Iris Wei's Chicago Opera Theater Experience January 2010 - August 2011
Job Independent Music Professional
Industry Music
Experience
Music January 2003 - Present
Merit School of Music October 2010 - Present
Grant Park Music Festival February 2014 - Present
Grant Park Music Festival October 2012 - August 2013
Grant Park Music Festival May 2012 - August 2012
Columbia College Chicago August 2011 - August 2012
Chicago Symphony Orchestra September 2011 - May 2012
Chicago Opera Theater January 2010 - August 2011
Chicago Symphony Orchestra September 2008 - May 2011
British Music School of Chicago June 2008 - August 2010
Skills
Music Education, Music, Non-profits, Performing Arts, Arts Administration, Nonprofits, Teaching, Orchestral Music, Piano, Ensemble, Musical Theatre, Chamber Music, Violin
Education
Roosevelt University 2006 — 2009
Bachelor's degree, Violin Performance
Music January 2003 - Present
Merit School of Music October 2010 - Present
Grant Park Music Festival February 2014 - Present
Grant Park Music Festival October 2012 - August 2013
Grant Park Music Festival May 2012 - August 2012
Columbia College Chicago August 2011 - August 2012
Chicago Symphony Orchestra September 2011 - May 2012
Chicago Opera Theater January 2010 - August 2011
Chicago Symphony Orchestra September 2008 - May 2011
British Music School of Chicago June 2008 - August 2010
Skills
Music Education, Music, Non-profits, Performing Arts, Arts Administration, Nonprofits, Teaching, Orchestral Music, Piano, Ensemble, Musical Theatre, Chamber Music, Violin
Education
Roosevelt University 2006 — 2009
Bachelor's degree, Violin Performance
Anderson Nunnelley's Chicago Opera Theater Experience January 2010 - May 2010
Job Production Assistant
Industry Performing Arts
Experience
Boston Lyric Opera February 2015 - Present
Opera Colorado October 2014 - October 2014
Interlochen Center for the Arts June 2014 - September 2014
Vespertine Opera Theater January 2014 - 2014
Seattle Opera October 2012 - August 2013
Taos Opera Institute June 2012 - July 2012
Peace Corps July 2010 - April 2012
Chicago Opera Theater January 2010 - May 2010
Education
Chicago College of Performing Arts 2005 — 2009
Bachelor of Music, Vocal Performance
University of Melbourne 2007 — 2008
Vocal Performance
Boston Lyric Opera February 2015 - Present
Opera Colorado October 2014 - October 2014
Interlochen Center for the Arts June 2014 - September 2014
Vespertine Opera Theater January 2014 - 2014
Seattle Opera October 2012 - August 2013
Taos Opera Institute June 2012 - July 2012
Peace Corps July 2010 - April 2012
Chicago Opera Theater January 2010 - May 2010
Education
Chicago College of Performing Arts 2005 — 2009
Bachelor of Music, Vocal Performance
University of Melbourne 2007 — 2008
Vocal Performance
Rebecca Glass-Wilson's Chicago Opera Theater Experience 2005 - 2006
Job Self Employed Voice Teacher
Industry Performing Arts
Experience
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign August 2013 - May 2014
Self Employed Voice Teacher August 2012 - May 2014
Musical Expressions August 2012 - December 2013
Maywood Fine Arts Association November 2010 - October 2012
Allianz Global Corporate & Specialty October 2009 - September 2011
Apex Insurance Managers, LLC April 2002 - October 2009
Apex Insurance Managers April 2002 - August 2006
Opera Theatre and Music Festival of Lucca June 2006 - July 2006
Chicago Opera Theater 2005 - 2006
Chautauqua Music Festival June 2004 - August 2004
Skills
Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Office, Accounts Payable, QuickBooks, Access, Process Scheduler, PowerPoint, Accounts Receivable, Teaching, Outlook, Adobe Acrobat, Insurance, Management, Payroll, Voice Acting, Property & Casualty..., Office Management, Editing, Accounting, Nonprofits, Leadership, Underwriting, Opera, Budgets, Commercial Insurance, Customer Service, Event Planning, Music Education, Office Administration, Risk Management, Arts Administration, Performing Arts, Vocalist, Musical Theatre
Education
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign 2013 — 2017
Doctorate of Musical Arts, Voice Performance and Literature
North Park University 2011 — 2013
Certificate in Fundraising, Nonprofit Administration/Development/Fundraising, 3.835
Roosevelt University 2004 — 2006
Artist Diploma, Opera
Roosevelt University 2001 — 2004
MM, Music/Opera
Ashland University 1996 — 2000
Bachelor of Arts, Music Performance
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign August 2013 - May 2014
Self Employed Voice Teacher August 2012 - May 2014
Musical Expressions August 2012 - December 2013
Maywood Fine Arts Association November 2010 - October 2012
Allianz Global Corporate & Specialty October 2009 - September 2011
Apex Insurance Managers, LLC April 2002 - October 2009
Apex Insurance Managers April 2002 - August 2006
Opera Theatre and Music Festival of Lucca June 2006 - July 2006
Chicago Opera Theater 2005 - 2006
Chautauqua Music Festival June 2004 - August 2004
Skills
Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Office, Accounts Payable, QuickBooks, Access, Process Scheduler, PowerPoint, Accounts Receivable, Teaching, Outlook, Adobe Acrobat, Insurance, Management, Payroll, Voice Acting, Property & Casualty..., Office Management, Editing, Accounting, Nonprofits, Leadership, Underwriting, Opera, Budgets, Commercial Insurance, Customer Service, Event Planning, Music Education, Office Administration, Risk Management, Arts Administration, Performing Arts, Vocalist, Musical Theatre
Education
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign 2013 — 2017
Doctorate of Musical Arts, Voice Performance and Literature
North Park University 2011 — 2013
Certificate in Fundraising, Nonprofit Administration/Development/Fundraising, 3.835
Roosevelt University 2004 — 2006
Artist Diploma, Opera
Roosevelt University 2001 — 2004
MM, Music/Opera
Ashland University 1996 — 2000
Bachelor of Arts, Music Performance
Leila Bowie Leila Bowie's Chicago Opera Theater Experience August 2009 - October 2012
Job Real Estate Broker at Main Street Real Estate Group; Professional Singer/Freelance Soprano
Industry Real Estate
Experience
Main Street Real Estate Group October 2014 - Present
Freelance Soprano September 2005 - Present
d'aprile properties, llc May 2013 - October 2014
d'aprile properties, llc June 2009 - December 2013
Chicago Opera Theater August 2009 - October 2012
Skills
Singing, Music, Opera, Real Estate, Classical, Voice Over, Musical Theatre, Performing Arts, Stage, Theatre, Acting, Vocal, Choral, Sales, Investment Properties, Residential Homes, Condos, Contract Negotiation, First Time Home Buyers, Marketing, Negotiation, Real Estate Transactions
Education
Roosevelt University 2009 — 2011
Professional Diploma, Opera
Roosevelt University 2007 — 2009
Master's degree, Music
University of South Florida 2000 — 2005
Bachelor of Arts (BA), Music
Main Street Real Estate Group October 2014 - Present
Freelance Soprano September 2005 - Present
d'aprile properties, llc May 2013 - October 2014
d'aprile properties, llc June 2009 - December 2013
Chicago Opera Theater August 2009 - October 2012
Skills
Singing, Music, Opera, Real Estate, Classical, Voice Over, Musical Theatre, Performing Arts, Stage, Theatre, Acting, Vocal, Choral, Sales, Investment Properties, Residential Homes, Condos, Contract Negotiation, First Time Home Buyers, Marketing, Negotiation, Real Estate Transactions
Education
Roosevelt University 2009 — 2011
Professional Diploma, Opera
Roosevelt University 2007 — 2009
Master's degree, Music
University of South Florida 2000 — 2005
Bachelor of Arts (BA), Music
Cornelius Bouknight Cornelius Bouknight's Chicago Opera Theater Experience April 2015 - Present
Job Manager of Donor Relations at Chicago Opera Theater
Industry Music
Experience
Chicago Opera Theater April 2015 - Present
Chicago Opera Theater November 2012 - March 2015
Chicago Opera Theater June 2012 - October 2012
Northwestern Library Privileges Office September 2010 - July 2012
WNUR September 2010 - July 2012
Northwestern University April 2011 - July 2011
Greenwich Music Festival April 2009 - July 2009
Education
Northwestern University 2008 — 2012
Bachelor of Music, Musicology and Ethnomusicology
Chicago Opera Theater April 2015 - Present
Chicago Opera Theater November 2012 - March 2015
Chicago Opera Theater June 2012 - October 2012
Northwestern Library Privileges Office September 2010 - July 2012
WNUR September 2010 - July 2012
Northwestern University April 2011 - July 2011
Greenwich Music Festival April 2009 - July 2009
Education
Northwestern University 2008 — 2012
Bachelor of Music, Musicology and Ethnomusicology
Billie Bryant Billie Bryant's Chicago Opera Theater Experience 2012 - 2012
Job Audience Services Manager at Steppenwolf Theatre Company
Industry Performing Arts
Experience
Steppenwolf Theater August 2010 - Present
Hell in a Handbag 2011 - 2013
Chicago Opera Theater 2012 - 2012
Dallas Children's Theater March 2009 - July 2010
UnitedHealthcare October 2005 - September 2007
Creative Arts Theater January 2006 - April 2006
Touring show September 2001 - June 2002
Skills
Acting, Theatre, Performing Arts, Stage, Stage Management, Musical Theatre, Event Planning, Social Media, Singing, Tessitura, Event Management, Drama, Arts Administration, Directing, Improvisation, Office Management, Shakespeare, Plays, Stage Lighting, Stage Make-up, Office Administration
Education
University of Texas at 2001 — 2005
Bachelor of Fine Arts, performance
Panola College 1998 — 2000
na, theater
Steppenwolf Theater August 2010 - Present
Hell in a Handbag 2011 - 2013
Chicago Opera Theater 2012 - 2012
Dallas Children's Theater March 2009 - July 2010
UnitedHealthcare October 2005 - September 2007
Creative Arts Theater January 2006 - April 2006
Touring show September 2001 - June 2002
Skills
Acting, Theatre, Performing Arts, Stage, Stage Management, Musical Theatre, Event Planning, Social Media, Singing, Tessitura, Event Management, Drama, Arts Administration, Directing, Improvisation, Office Management, Shakespeare, Plays, Stage Lighting, Stage Make-up, Office Administration
Education
University of Texas at 2001 — 2005
Bachelor of Fine Arts, performance
Panola College 1998 — 2000
na, theater
Ross Beacraft Ross Beacraft's Chicago Opera Theater Experience 1979 - Present
Job Trumpet Elgin Symphony and Chicago Brass Quintet
Industry Higher Education
Experience
Elgin Symphony Orchestra 1985 - Present
Chicago Opera Theater 1979 - Present
Chicago Brass Quintet 1978 - Present
DePaul University September 1976 - Present
Skills
Public Relations, Music, Strategic Planning, Teaching, Contemporary Music, Public Speaking, Classical, Chamber Music, Trumpet, Piano, Performing Arts, Event Planning, Social Media, Ensemble, Music Education, Orchestral Music, Choral, Music Theory, Musical Theatre, Nonprofits, Event Management, Theatre, Conducting, Arts Administration, Higher Education, Composition, Band, Fundraising, Opera, Social Networking, Musicians, Singing, Orchestration, Acting, Music History, Recording, Concerts, Music Performance
Education
Civic Orchestra of Chicago 1970 — 1973
Orchestral Performance
Eastman School of Music 1965 — 1969
Bachelor of Music, Performance
Elgin Symphony Orchestra 1985 - Present
Chicago Opera Theater 1979 - Present
Chicago Brass Quintet 1978 - Present
DePaul University September 1976 - Present
Skills
Public Relations, Music, Strategic Planning, Teaching, Contemporary Music, Public Speaking, Classical, Chamber Music, Trumpet, Piano, Performing Arts, Event Planning, Social Media, Ensemble, Music Education, Orchestral Music, Choral, Music Theory, Musical Theatre, Nonprofits, Event Management, Theatre, Conducting, Arts Administration, Higher Education, Composition, Band, Fundraising, Opera, Social Networking, Musicians, Singing, Orchestration, Acting, Music History, Recording, Concerts, Music Performance
Education
Civic Orchestra of Chicago 1970 — 1973
Orchestral Performance
Eastman School of Music 1965 — 1969
Bachelor of Music, Performance
Hillary Leben Hillary Leben's Chicago Opera Theater Experience October 2013 - November 2013
Job Freelance Projection Designer, Animator, and Video Editor
Industry Design
Experience
Freelance Motion Graphics and Projection Design January 2008 - Present
Chicago Symphony Orchestra May 2015 - June 2015
Adelstein Liston May 2012 - February 2015
Lyric Opera of Chicago November 2014 - December 2014
Chicago Symphony Orchestra May 2014 - June 2014
Chicago Opera Theater October 2013 - November 2013
Chicago Opera Theater October 2013 - November 2013
Court Theater September 2013 - October 2013
Chicago Symphony Orchestra October 2009 - August 2013
The Andy Nebel Company January 2008 - January 2013
Skills
Video Editing, Writing, Concept Design, Production, Television, Projection Design, Art Direction, Motion Graphics, Puppet Animation, Web Design, Mac, Storyboarding, Animation, Multimedia, Logo Design, Film, Creative Direction, Final Cut Pro, Graphics, Broadcast, Performing Arts, Art, Acting, Video, Graphic Design, Music, Adobe Creative Suite, Traditional Animation, Visual Effects, Film Production, Premiere, Documentaries, Commercials, Post Production, Video Production, Photography, Lighting, After Effects, Compositing, Festivals, Editing
Education
Bridge Linguatec 2004 — 2004
TEFL, Teaching Certificate - ESL
The School of the Art Institute of Chicago 1999 — 2004
BFA, Video and Animation
Freelance Motion Graphics and Projection Design January 2008 - Present
Chicago Symphony Orchestra May 2015 - June 2015
Adelstein Liston May 2012 - February 2015
Lyric Opera of Chicago November 2014 - December 2014
Chicago Symphony Orchestra May 2014 - June 2014
Chicago Opera Theater October 2013 - November 2013
Chicago Opera Theater October 2013 - November 2013
Court Theater September 2013 - October 2013
Chicago Symphony Orchestra October 2009 - August 2013
The Andy Nebel Company January 2008 - January 2013
Skills
Video Editing, Writing, Concept Design, Production, Television, Projection Design, Art Direction, Motion Graphics, Puppet Animation, Web Design, Mac, Storyboarding, Animation, Multimedia, Logo Design, Film, Creative Direction, Final Cut Pro, Graphics, Broadcast, Performing Arts, Art, Acting, Video, Graphic Design, Music, Adobe Creative Suite, Traditional Animation, Visual Effects, Film Production, Premiere, Documentaries, Commercials, Post Production, Video Production, Photography, Lighting, After Effects, Compositing, Festivals, Editing
Education
Bridge Linguatec 2004 — 2004
TEFL, Teaching Certificate - ESL
The School of the Art Institute of Chicago 1999 — 2004
BFA, Video and Animation
Dana Stremming Dana Stremming's Chicago Opera Theater Experience 2009 - 2011
Job Artistic and Administrative Professional
Industry Executive Office
Experience
Creative Artists Agency July 2012 - Present
Opera Omaha February 2011 - March 2011
San Francisco Opera 2009 - 2011
Chicago Opera Theater 2009 - 2011
Skills
Organization &..., Facilities Management, Administrative..., Music, Time Management, Communication, Workplace Safety, Multi Tasking, Information Management, Always Punctual, Document Preparation, Microsoft Office, Team-oriented, Team Leadership
Education
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign 2005 — 2007
Bachelor of Science (BS), Advertising
Parkland College 2002 — 2005
Associate of Arts (A.A.), Theatre/Theater
Creative Artists Agency July 2012 - Present
Opera Omaha February 2011 - March 2011
San Francisco Opera 2009 - 2011
Chicago Opera Theater 2009 - 2011
Skills
Organization &..., Facilities Management, Administrative..., Music, Time Management, Communication, Workplace Safety, Multi Tasking, Information Management, Always Punctual, Document Preparation, Microsoft Office, Team-oriented, Team Leadership
Education
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign 2005 — 2007
Bachelor of Science (BS), Advertising
Parkland College 2002 — 2005
Associate of Arts (A.A.), Theatre/Theater
Oliver Medina Oliver Medina's Chicago Opera Theater Experience April 2008 - June 2008
Job
Industry Performing Arts
Experience
Lyric Opera of Chicago August 2013 - Present
Virginia Opera September 2010 - October 2010
chicago Opera Theater April 2008 - June 2008
Santa Fe Opera May 2007 - August 2007
DuPage Opera Theater January 2006 - January 2006
Music by the Lake 2005 - 2006
Skills
Singing, Opera, Performing Arts, Vocal, Classical, Musical Theatre, Choral, Theatre, Vocal Coaching, Stage, Music, Acting, Music Education, Chamber Music, Piano, Music Theory, Dance, Teaching, Festivals, Stage Management, Drama, Vocalist, Shakespeare, Concerts, Entertainment, Oratorio, Voice Acting, Comedy, Ensemble, Music Industry, Voice Lessons, Plays, Songs, Music History, Performing, Vocal Instruction, Contemporary Music
Education
Roosevelt University 1999 — 2005
Lyric Opera of Chicago August 2013 - Present
Virginia Opera September 2010 - October 2010
chicago Opera Theater April 2008 - June 2008
Santa Fe Opera May 2007 - August 2007
DuPage Opera Theater January 2006 - January 2006
Music by the Lake 2005 - 2006
Skills
Singing, Opera, Performing Arts, Vocal, Classical, Musical Theatre, Choral, Theatre, Vocal Coaching, Stage, Music, Acting, Music Education, Chamber Music, Piano, Music Theory, Dance, Teaching, Festivals, Stage Management, Drama, Vocalist, Shakespeare, Concerts, Entertainment, Oratorio, Voice Acting, Comedy, Ensemble, Music Industry, Voice Lessons, Plays, Songs, Music History, Performing, Vocal Instruction, Contemporary Music
Education
Roosevelt University 1999 — 2005
Anne Graczyk Anne Graczyk's Chicago Opera Theater Experience 2006 - 2008
Job Account Manager, Talent Acquisition & Management Operations at The Hartford
Industry Insurance
Experience
The Hartford October 2012 - Present
ING US February 2011 - October 2012
ING September 2009 - February 2011
Chicago Opera Theater 2006 - 2008
John Hancock Life Insurance Company (U.S.A.) 2001 - 2003
Skills
Six Sigma, Minitab, Change Management, Coaching, Customer Service, Leadership, Financial Risk, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Office, Project Management, Process Improvement, Team Building, Series 6
Education
University of Hartford 2003 — 2005
Graduate Professional Diploma, Vocal Performance
Boston University 1998 — 2002
BM, Vocal Performance
The Hartford October 2012 - Present
ING US February 2011 - October 2012
ING September 2009 - February 2011
Chicago Opera Theater 2006 - 2008
John Hancock Life Insurance Company (U.S.A.) 2001 - 2003
Skills
Six Sigma, Minitab, Change Management, Coaching, Customer Service, Leadership, Financial Risk, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Office, Project Management, Process Improvement, Team Building, Series 6
Education
University of Hartford 2003 — 2005
Graduate Professional Diploma, Vocal Performance
Boston University 1998 — 2002
BM, Vocal Performance
Erin Roche's Chicago Opera Theater Experience June 2013 - January 2014
Job Account Executive Key Sales at Cision
Industry Public Relations and Communications
Experience
Cision December 2014 - May 2015
Livingston International January 2014 - December 2014
Chicago Opera Theater June 2013 - January 2014
Entertainment Cruises Inc. May 2012 - June 2013
US Commerce Equipment Finance May 2011 - August 2011
Skills
Singing, Marketing Communications, Cold Calling, Marketing, Customer Service, Spanish, Social Media Marketing, Copywriting, SEM, Social Media, Social Networking, B2B, Content Writing, Negotiation, Email Marketing, Facebook Marketing, Twitter Marketing, Social Media Strategist, Digital Marketing, CRM, Google Adwords, Press Releases, Hospitality, Performing Arts, Jazz Improvisation, Piano, Piano Education, Entertainment, Salesforce.com
Education
Columbia College Chicago 2009 — 2013
Bachelor's degree, Marketing & PR / Vocal Performance: Jazz
Villa Duchesne
Cision December 2014 - May 2015
Livingston International January 2014 - December 2014
Chicago Opera Theater June 2013 - January 2014
Entertainment Cruises Inc. May 2012 - June 2013
US Commerce Equipment Finance May 2011 - August 2011
Skills
Singing, Marketing Communications, Cold Calling, Marketing, Customer Service, Spanish, Social Media Marketing, Copywriting, SEM, Social Media, Social Networking, B2B, Content Writing, Negotiation, Email Marketing, Facebook Marketing, Twitter Marketing, Social Media Strategist, Digital Marketing, CRM, Google Adwords, Press Releases, Hospitality, Performing Arts, Jazz Improvisation, Piano, Piano Education, Entertainment, Salesforce.com
Education
Columbia College Chicago 2009 — 2013
Bachelor's degree, Marketing & PR / Vocal Performance: Jazz
Villa Duchesne
Joe Alvarez Joe Alvarez's Chicago Opera Theater Experience 2008 - 2008
Job Douglas Elliman | New Development Sales
Industry Real Estate
Experience
Douglas Elliman Real Estate March 2014 - Present
TOWN Residential August 2013 - March 2014
Town Residential June 2012 - March 2013
Manhattan Skyline Management Corp. 2011 - 2012
Citi Habitats November 2009 - August 2011
Boston Lyric Opera 2011 - 2011
Fort Worth Opera 2011 - 2011
Houston Grand Opera 2010 - 2010
Chicago Opera Theater 2008 - 2008
Des Moines Metro Opera, Inc. 2007 - 2007
Skills
Condos, Real Estate, Investment Properties, Investors, Marketing, Residential Homes, Sellers, Real Estate Transactions, Luxury, Superior Client Service, Investments, Property Management, Rentals, Selling, Time Management, Client Services, Real Estate Development, Relocation, Sales
Education
Columbia University in the City of New York 2005 — 2007
MA, Music and Music Education
University of Southern California 2000 — 2004
BM, Music
Douglas Elliman Real Estate March 2014 - Present
TOWN Residential August 2013 - March 2014
Town Residential June 2012 - March 2013
Manhattan Skyline Management Corp. 2011 - 2012
Citi Habitats November 2009 - August 2011
Boston Lyric Opera 2011 - 2011
Fort Worth Opera 2011 - 2011
Houston Grand Opera 2010 - 2010
Chicago Opera Theater 2008 - 2008
Des Moines Metro Opera, Inc. 2007 - 2007
Skills
Condos, Real Estate, Investment Properties, Investors, Marketing, Residential Homes, Sellers, Real Estate Transactions, Luxury, Superior Client Service, Investments, Property Management, Rentals, Selling, Time Management, Client Services, Real Estate Development, Relocation, Sales
Education
Columbia University in the City of New York 2005 — 2007
MA, Music and Music Education
University of Southern California 2000 — 2004
BM, Music
Joseph Shadday Joseph Shadday's Chicago Opera Theater Experience August 2013 - May 2015
Job Opera, Musical Theatre Performer
Industry Performing Arts
Experience
Cantus August 2015 - Present
Ash Lawn Opera May 2015 - July 2015
Kentucky Opera April 2015 - May 2015
Chicago Opera Theater August 2013 - May 2015
Indianapolis Symphony Orchestra November 2011 - November 2014
The Glimmerglass Festival May 2014 - August 2014
The Glimmerglass Festival May 2013 - August 2014
Pensacola Opera January 2012 - May 2013
Indianapolis Symphonic Choir May 2012 - May 2012
The Santa Fe Opera June 2010 - August 2011
Skills
Opera, Oratorio, Performing Arts, Musical Theatre, Classical, Theatre, Singing, Chamber Music, Vocal, Stage, Acting, Vocal Coaching, Choral, Broadway, Arts Administration, Sight Reading, Ensemble, Music Education
Education
Roosevelt University 2013 — 2015
Performance diploma, Voice and Opera
University of Maryland College Park 2009 — 2011
Masters of Music, Opera
DePauw University 2005 — 2009
Bachelors of Music, Voice and Opera
Cantus August 2015 - Present
Ash Lawn Opera May 2015 - July 2015
Kentucky Opera April 2015 - May 2015
Chicago Opera Theater August 2013 - May 2015
Indianapolis Symphony Orchestra November 2011 - November 2014
The Glimmerglass Festival May 2014 - August 2014
The Glimmerglass Festival May 2013 - August 2014
Pensacola Opera January 2012 - May 2013
Indianapolis Symphonic Choir May 2012 - May 2012
The Santa Fe Opera June 2010 - August 2011
Skills
Opera, Oratorio, Performing Arts, Musical Theatre, Classical, Theatre, Singing, Chamber Music, Vocal, Stage, Acting, Vocal Coaching, Choral, Broadway, Arts Administration, Sight Reading, Ensemble, Music Education
Education
Roosevelt University 2013 — 2015
Performance diploma, Voice and Opera
University of Maryland College Park 2009 — 2011
Masters of Music, Opera
DePauw University 2005 — 2009
Bachelors of Music, Voice and Opera
Laura Koroski's Chicago Opera Theater Experience September 2011 - December 2011
Job History Teacher at Evanston Township High School
Industry Primary/Secondary Education
Experience
Evanston Township High School August 2014 - Present
Ogden International School January 2014 - May 2014
Washington High School September 2013 - December 2013
University of Illinois at Chicago August 2013 - December 2013
YMCA Camp Echo June 2011 - August 2012
Chicago Opera Theater September 2011 - December 2011
Connecticut Lyric Opera May 2011 - May 2011
Old Sturbridge Village June 2010 - July 2010
Gymnasium Stubenbastei September 2009 - December 2009
YMCA Camp Echo June 2009 - August 2009
Skills
Teaching, Public Speaking, Leadership, Tutoring, Editing, American History, Research, Performing Arts, Curriculum Development, Lesson Planning, World History, Writing
Education
University of Illinois at Chicago 2012 — 2014
M.A.T.
Connecticut College 2008 — 2011
B.A.
Evanston Township High School August 2014 - Present
Ogden International School January 2014 - May 2014
Washington High School September 2013 - December 2013
University of Illinois at Chicago August 2013 - December 2013
YMCA Camp Echo June 2011 - August 2012
Chicago Opera Theater September 2011 - December 2011
Connecticut Lyric Opera May 2011 - May 2011
Old Sturbridge Village June 2010 - July 2010
Gymnasium Stubenbastei September 2009 - December 2009
YMCA Camp Echo June 2009 - August 2009
Skills
Teaching, Public Speaking, Leadership, Tutoring, Editing, American History, Research, Performing Arts, Curriculum Development, Lesson Planning, World History, Writing
Education
University of Illinois at Chicago 2012 — 2014
M.A.T.
Connecticut College 2008 — 2011
B.A.
Valerie (Silvis) McMahon Valerie (Silvis) McMahon's Chicago Opera Theater Experience January 2005 - June 2005
Job Experienced communications professional
Industry Design
Experience
Dyson March 2012 - April 2013
Dyson 2005 - March 2012
Chicago Opera Theater January 2005 - June 2005
Skills
Social Media, Social Media Marketing, Press Releases, Public Relations, Marketing Communications, Media Relations, Event Management, Corporate Communications, Event Planning
Education
Suffolk University 2003 — 2004
BA, Communications/PR
Bay State College 2001 — 2002
Associates, Entertainment Management
New England Conservatory of Music 2000 — 2001
Classical Voice
Dyson March 2012 - April 2013
Dyson 2005 - March 2012
Chicago Opera Theater January 2005 - June 2005
Skills
Social Media, Social Media Marketing, Press Releases, Public Relations, Marketing Communications, Media Relations, Event Management, Corporate Communications, Event Planning
Education
Suffolk University 2003 — 2004
BA, Communications/PR
Bay State College 2001 — 2002
Associates, Entertainment Management
New England Conservatory of Music 2000 — 2001
Classical Voice
Erin (Kelley) Sammis, CFRE's Chicago Opera Theater Experience February 2006 - October 2006
Job Director of Development at Opera Philadelphia
Industry Nonprofit Organization Management
Experience
Opera Philadelphia July 2015 - Present
Opera Philadelphia January 2015 - June 2015
Pensacola Opera August 2011 - January 2015
St. Christopher's Episcopal Church October 2006 - June 2014
Pensacola Opera May 2007 - July 2011
Chicago Opera Theater February 2006 - October 2006
Girl Scouts of Tulip Trace Council September 2004 - February 2006
Opera Theatre of St. Louis June 2004 - July 2004
Skills
Fundraising, Grant Writing, Nonprofits, Volunteer Management, Community Outreach, Grants, Event Planning, Arts Administration, Program Development, Public Relations, Public Speaking, Philanthropy, Event Management, Media Relations, Press Releases, Social Media, Performing Arts, Annual Giving, Marketing, Publicity, Email Marketing, Leadership, Strategic Planning, Board Development, Strategic Communications
Education
Indiana University Bloomington 2001 — 2004
Master of Music, Vocal Performance
Furman University 1997 — 2001
Bachelor of Music, Vocal Performance
Opera Philadelphia July 2015 - Present
Opera Philadelphia January 2015 - June 2015
Pensacola Opera August 2011 - January 2015
St. Christopher's Episcopal Church October 2006 - June 2014
Pensacola Opera May 2007 - July 2011
Chicago Opera Theater February 2006 - October 2006
Girl Scouts of Tulip Trace Council September 2004 - February 2006
Opera Theatre of St. Louis June 2004 - July 2004
Skills
Fundraising, Grant Writing, Nonprofits, Volunteer Management, Community Outreach, Grants, Event Planning, Arts Administration, Program Development, Public Relations, Public Speaking, Philanthropy, Event Management, Media Relations, Press Releases, Social Media, Performing Arts, Annual Giving, Marketing, Publicity, Email Marketing, Leadership, Strategic Planning, Board Development, Strategic Communications
Education
Indiana University Bloomington 2001 — 2004
Master of Music, Vocal Performance
Furman University 1997 — 2001
Bachelor of Music, Vocal Performance
Matt Monroe Matt Monroe's Chicago Opera Theater Experience April 2013 - Present
Job Horn Instructor & Performer
Industry Music
Experience
Oregon Ballet Theatre May 1999 - Present
Kalamazoo Symphony Orchestra May 2008 - Present
private studio October 1997 - Present
Jacksonville Symphony Orchestra February 2014 - Present
ENKOR International Competition for Woodwinds, Brass, & Percussion February 2015 - Present
Merit School of Music January 2013 - Present
Milwaukee Symphony Orchestra March 2007 - Present
Chicago Opera Theater April 2013 - Present
Millar Brass Ensemble April 2008 - Present
Sistema Ravinia May 2013 - June 2014
Skills
Orchestral Music, Teaching, Horn, Chamber Music, Music Education, Lessons, Brass, Ensemble Coaching, Music, Performing Arts, Music History, Music Theory, Orchestral, Opera Music, Band, Musical Theatre, Musicians, Classical Music
Education
Northwestern University 2004 — 2005
Certificate in Performance, Music
University of Oregon 2000 — 2002
Master of Music, Performance
Arizona State University 1991 — 1996
Bachelor of Music, Performance
Oregon Ballet Theatre May 1999 - Present
Kalamazoo Symphony Orchestra May 2008 - Present
private studio October 1997 - Present
Jacksonville Symphony Orchestra February 2014 - Present
ENKOR International Competition for Woodwinds, Brass, & Percussion February 2015 - Present
Merit School of Music January 2013 - Present
Milwaukee Symphony Orchestra March 2007 - Present
Chicago Opera Theater April 2013 - Present
Millar Brass Ensemble April 2008 - Present
Sistema Ravinia May 2013 - June 2014
Skills
Orchestral Music, Teaching, Horn, Chamber Music, Music Education, Lessons, Brass, Ensemble Coaching, Music, Performing Arts, Music History, Music Theory, Orchestral, Opera Music, Band, Musical Theatre, Musicians, Classical Music
Education
Northwestern University 2004 — 2005
Certificate in Performance, Music
University of Oregon 2000 — 2002
Master of Music, Performance
Arizona State University 1991 — 1996
Bachelor of Music, Performance
Crystal MacDonald Crystal MacDonald's Chicago Opera Theater Experience January 2009 - June 2010
Job Artist Coordinator at Chicago Symphony Orchestra
Industry Nonprofit Organization Management
Experience
Chicago Symphony Orchestra 2011 - Present
Merit School of Music September 2010 - September 2011
Chicago Opera Theater January 2009 - June 2010
VanderCook College of Music August 2008 - January 2009
Hartford Symphony Orchestra September 2007 - July 2008
First Baptist Church September 2007 - June 2008
Skills
Arts Administration, Music, Performing Arts, Orchestral Music, Festivals, Stage, Music Theory, Classical, Singing, Musical Theatre, Opera, Event Management, Event Planning, Social Media, Nonprofits
Education
The University of Connecticut 2003 — 2007
Bachelor of Arts, Music
Chicago Symphony Orchestra 2011 - Present
Merit School of Music September 2010 - September 2011
Chicago Opera Theater January 2009 - June 2010
VanderCook College of Music August 2008 - January 2009
Hartford Symphony Orchestra September 2007 - July 2008
First Baptist Church September 2007 - June 2008
Skills
Arts Administration, Music, Performing Arts, Orchestral Music, Festivals, Stage, Music Theory, Classical, Singing, Musical Theatre, Opera, Event Management, Event Planning, Social Media, Nonprofits
Education
The University of Connecticut 2003 — 2007
Bachelor of Arts, Music
Keturah Stickann Keturah Stickann's Chicago Opera Theater Experience June 2000 - May 2015
Job Stage Director & Choreographer
Industry Performing Arts
Experience
LA Opera June 2015 - Present
Kentucky Opera June 2015 - Present
The Santa Fe Opera June 2015 - Present
Knoxville Opera November 2010 - Present
Emerald City Opera August 2009 - Present
Opera Theatre of Saint Louis 2006 - May 2015
Chicago Opera Theater June 2000 - May 2015
Virginia Opera Association 2007 - March 2015
Opera in the Heights August 2013 - February 2015
OPERA San Antonio August 2014 - September 2014
Skills
New Music, Musical Theatre, Arts Administration, Opera, Performing Arts, Theatre, Acting, Dance, Music, Choral, Contemporary Dance, Classical, Ballet, Chamber Music, Singing, Piano, Directing, Choreography, Modern Dance, Oratorio, Vocal, Stage Management, Film
Education
Directors Lab Chicago 2014 — 2014
Columbia College Chicago 1994 — 1998
B.A., Dance Education and Choreography, Magna cum laude
Stephens College 1992 — 1994
Dance
The School at Jacob's Pillow 1993 — 1993
Modern Dance
DanceAspen 1991 — 1993
Ballet, Modern Dance
LA Opera June 2015 - Present
Kentucky Opera June 2015 - Present
The Santa Fe Opera June 2015 - Present
Knoxville Opera November 2010 - Present
Emerald City Opera August 2009 - Present
Opera Theatre of Saint Louis 2006 - May 2015
Chicago Opera Theater June 2000 - May 2015
Virginia Opera Association 2007 - March 2015
Opera in the Heights August 2013 - February 2015
OPERA San Antonio August 2014 - September 2014
Skills
New Music, Musical Theatre, Arts Administration, Opera, Performing Arts, Theatre, Acting, Dance, Music, Choral, Contemporary Dance, Classical, Ballet, Chamber Music, Singing, Piano, Directing, Choreography, Modern Dance, Oratorio, Vocal, Stage Management, Film
Education
Directors Lab Chicago 2014 — 2014
Columbia College Chicago 1994 — 1998
B.A., Dance Education and Choreography, Magna cum laude
Stephens College 1992 — 1994
Dance
The School at Jacob's Pillow 1993 — 1993
Modern Dance
DanceAspen 1991 — 1993
Ballet, Modern Dance
Keri Lindell Butkevich Keri Lindell Butkevich's Chicago Opera Theater Experience August 2000 - June 2004
Job
Industry Nonprofit Organization Management
Experience
Oakland Youth Chorus April 2012 - Present
Education Through Music-Bay Area September 2008 - April 2012
Dominican Schools Music Project June 2007 - September 2008
CSMA 2006 - June 2008
Cantabile Youth Singers 2004 - 2006
Merit School of Music June 2002 - August 2004
Chicago Opera Theater August 2000 - June 2004
Chicago Children's Choir September 1998 - June 2004
Skills
Music Education, Music, Arts Administration, Teaching, Grant Writing, Nonprofits, Community Outreach, Singing, Program Management, Program Development, Classical, Fundraising, Musical Theatre, Leadership, Public Relations, Music Theory, Staff Development, Vocal Coaching, Research, Choral, Team Building, Leadership Development, Performing Arts, Conducting, Theatre, Festivals, Non-profit..., Vocal, Acting, Philanthropy, Start-up Operations, Strategic Partnerships, Organizational..., Composition, Ensemble, Opera, Chamber Music, Start-ups, Teacher Training
Education
San Jose State University 2004 — 2006
MA
University of Wisconsin-Madison 1988 — 1995
B. Mus Ed
Oakland Youth Chorus April 2012 - Present
Education Through Music-Bay Area September 2008 - April 2012
Dominican Schools Music Project June 2007 - September 2008
CSMA 2006 - June 2008
Cantabile Youth Singers 2004 - 2006
Merit School of Music June 2002 - August 2004
Chicago Opera Theater August 2000 - June 2004
Chicago Children's Choir September 1998 - June 2004
Skills
Music Education, Music, Arts Administration, Teaching, Grant Writing, Nonprofits, Community Outreach, Singing, Program Management, Program Development, Classical, Fundraising, Musical Theatre, Leadership, Public Relations, Music Theory, Staff Development, Vocal Coaching, Research, Choral, Team Building, Leadership Development, Performing Arts, Conducting, Theatre, Festivals, Non-profit..., Vocal, Acting, Philanthropy, Start-up Operations, Strategic Partnerships, Organizational..., Composition, Ensemble, Opera, Chamber Music, Start-ups, Teacher Training
Education
San Jose State University 2004 — 2006
MA
University of Wisconsin-Madison 1988 — 1995
B. Mus Ed
Sarah Jenks Sarah Jenks's Chicago Opera Theater Experience September 2011 - April 2013
Job Director of Music at Immanuel United Church of Christ
Industry Music
Experience
Immanuel United Church of Christ June 2013 - Present
Self August 2010 - Present
Metropolis School of the Performing Arts August 2010 - Present
Chicago Opera Theater September 2011 - April 2013
Wilmette Public Schools September 2010 - June 2011
Queen of Peace High School September 2010 - February 2011
Petite Opera Company October 2010 - November 2010
Sugar Creek Symphony & Song July 2010 - August 2010
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign August 2009 - May 2010
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign August 2008 - May 2009
Skills
German, Sight Reading, Classical, Music, Opera, Musical Theatre, Singing, Piano, Choral, Music Theory, Vocal Coaching, Italian languages, Theatre
Education
Roosevelt University 2011 — 2013
Professional Diploma, Opera Coaching
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign 2008 — 2010
Master, Music; Vocal Coaching and Accompanying, 2010
Eesti Muusikaakadeemia 2007 — 2008
Bachelor of Arts, Piano
Ohio Northern University 2004 — 2008
Bachelor of Arts, Piano
Geneva Community High School 2000 — 2004
Immanuel United Church of Christ June 2013 - Present
Self August 2010 - Present
Metropolis School of the Performing Arts August 2010 - Present
Chicago Opera Theater September 2011 - April 2013
Wilmette Public Schools September 2010 - June 2011
Queen of Peace High School September 2010 - February 2011
Petite Opera Company October 2010 - November 2010
Sugar Creek Symphony & Song July 2010 - August 2010
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign August 2009 - May 2010
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign August 2008 - May 2009
Skills
German, Sight Reading, Classical, Music, Opera, Musical Theatre, Singing, Piano, Choral, Music Theory, Vocal Coaching, Italian languages, Theatre
Education
Roosevelt University 2011 — 2013
Professional Diploma, Opera Coaching
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign 2008 — 2010
Master, Music; Vocal Coaching and Accompanying, 2010
Eesti Muusikaakadeemia 2007 — 2008
Bachelor of Arts, Piano
Ohio Northern University 2004 — 2008
Bachelor of Arts, Piano
Geneva Community High School 2000 — 2004
Alyssa Sorresso Alyssa Sorresso's Chicago Opera Theater Experience July 2012 - December 2012
Job Manager of Project AIM/TAD Studio and Adjunct Theatre Faculty at Columbia College Chicago, Writer and Storyteller
Industry Nonprofit Organization Management
Experience
Columbia College Chicago January 2013 - Present
Columbia College Chicago January 2012 - Present
Prison Creative Arts Project 2003 - Present
Up All Night Creative March 2012 - January 2013
Chicago Opera Theater July 2012 - December 2012
Storycatchers Theatre December 2011 - December 2012
Central School of Speech and Drama October 2010 - September 2011
Cardboard Citizens October 2010 - September 2011
Second Shot Productions June 2011 - June 2011
Storycatchers Theatre: The new name for Music Theatre Workshop September 2004 - August 2010
Skills
Curriculum Development, Program Management, Teaching, Creative Non-fiction, Creative Writing, Event Planning, Research, Editing, Fundraising, Higher Education, Performing Arts, Community Outreach, Social Media, Acting, Curriculum Design, Blogging, Arts Administration, Dance, Music, Microsoft Office, Volunteer Management, Program Development, Workshop Facilitation, Grants, Leadership
Education
University of London 2010 — 2011
Masters, Applied Drama
University of Michigan 1999 — 2003
Bachelor in Theatre Arts, Theatre, english, music, dance, prison arts
St. Edward's Central Catholic HS 1995 — 1999
High School Diploma
Columbia College Chicago January 2013 - Present
Columbia College Chicago January 2012 - Present
Prison Creative Arts Project 2003 - Present
Up All Night Creative March 2012 - January 2013
Chicago Opera Theater July 2012 - December 2012
Storycatchers Theatre December 2011 - December 2012
Central School of Speech and Drama October 2010 - September 2011
Cardboard Citizens October 2010 - September 2011
Second Shot Productions June 2011 - June 2011
Storycatchers Theatre: The new name for Music Theatre Workshop September 2004 - August 2010
Skills
Curriculum Development, Program Management, Teaching, Creative Non-fiction, Creative Writing, Event Planning, Research, Editing, Fundraising, Higher Education, Performing Arts, Community Outreach, Social Media, Acting, Curriculum Design, Blogging, Arts Administration, Dance, Music, Microsoft Office, Volunteer Management, Program Development, Workshop Facilitation, Grants, Leadership
Education
University of London 2010 — 2011
Masters, Applied Drama
University of Michigan 1999 — 2003
Bachelor in Theatre Arts, Theatre, english, music, dance, prison arts
St. Edward's Central Catholic HS 1995 — 1999
High School Diploma
Greer Davis Greer Davis's Chicago Opera Theater Experience April 2007 - May 2008
Job Manager of Client Services at Bindo
Industry Computer Software
Experience
Bindo August 2015 - Present
Vero Yoga February 2014 - Present
Greer Davis June 2004 - Present
Bindo June 2014 - August 2015
Holiday Cards Unlimited October 2009 - June 2012
Florentine Opera October 2008 - April 2009
Urban Innovations September 2006 - September 2008
Chicago Opera Theater April 2007 - May 2008
Skills
Classical, Performing Arts, Singing, Music, Opera, Theatre, Piano, Ensemble, Festivals, Choral, Musical Theatre, Vocal Coaching, Chamber Music, Vocal, Oratorio, Orchestral Music, Music Education, Music Theory, Arts Administration, Acting, Sight Reading, Yoga, Vinyasa, Broadway, Pianist, Dance, Music History, Musicians, Concerts, Accompaniment, Voice Lessons, Vocal Instruction, Songs, Vocalist
Education
Sonic Yoga 2012 — 2012
Vinyasa Yoga
Roosevelt University 2004 — 2006
Masters of Music, Vocal Performance
The University of Kansas 2000 — 2004
Bachelors of Music, Vocal Performance
Armstrong HS 1997 — 2000
Bindo August 2015 - Present
Vero Yoga February 2014 - Present
Greer Davis June 2004 - Present
Bindo June 2014 - August 2015
Holiday Cards Unlimited October 2009 - June 2012
Florentine Opera October 2008 - April 2009
Urban Innovations September 2006 - September 2008
Chicago Opera Theater April 2007 - May 2008
Skills
Classical, Performing Arts, Singing, Music, Opera, Theatre, Piano, Ensemble, Festivals, Choral, Musical Theatre, Vocal Coaching, Chamber Music, Vocal, Oratorio, Orchestral Music, Music Education, Music Theory, Arts Administration, Acting, Sight Reading, Yoga, Vinyasa, Broadway, Pianist, Dance, Music History, Musicians, Concerts, Accompaniment, Voice Lessons, Vocal Instruction, Songs, Vocalist
Education
Sonic Yoga 2012 — 2012
Vinyasa Yoga
Roosevelt University 2004 — 2006
Masters of Music, Vocal Performance
The University of Kansas 2000 — 2004
Bachelors of Music, Vocal Performance
Armstrong HS 1997 — 2000
Audra Yokley Audra Yokley's Chicago Opera Theater Experience September 2013 - September 2015
Job Fundraising Manager/Development Officer at All Stars Project of Chicago and Actor
Industry Performing Arts
Experience
All Stars Project, Inc. September 2015 - Present
Chicago Opera Theater September 2013 - September 2015
Louisiana State University/Swine Palace Productions August 2012 - July 2013
Florida Atlantic University August 2010 - July 2012
The University of Alabama at Birmingham 2000 - 2004
Skills
Acting, Performing Arts, Stage, Theatre, Dramaturgy, Physical Theatre, Drama, Musical Theatre, Arts Administration, Comedy, Voice Acting, Stage Management, Vocal Coaching, Puppetry, Dance, Fundraising, Grant Writing, Teaching, Higher Education, Grants
Education
Florida Atlantic University 2010 — 2013
Master of Fine Arts (MFA), Theatre/Theater
Great Lakes Michael Chekhov Consortium
Candidate for Teacher Certification, Michael Chekhov Acting Technique
University of Alabama at Birmingham 2000 — 2004
Bachelor of Arts (BA), Theatre/Theater
All Stars Project, Inc. September 2015 - Present
Chicago Opera Theater September 2013 - September 2015
Louisiana State University/Swine Palace Productions August 2012 - July 2013
Florida Atlantic University August 2010 - July 2012
The University of Alabama at Birmingham 2000 - 2004
Skills
Acting, Performing Arts, Stage, Theatre, Dramaturgy, Physical Theatre, Drama, Musical Theatre, Arts Administration, Comedy, Voice Acting, Stage Management, Vocal Coaching, Puppetry, Dance, Fundraising, Grant Writing, Teaching, Higher Education, Grants
Education
Florida Atlantic University 2010 — 2013
Master of Fine Arts (MFA), Theatre/Theater
Great Lakes Michael Chekhov Consortium
Candidate for Teacher Certification, Michael Chekhov Acting Technique
University of Alabama at Birmingham 2000 — 2004
Bachelor of Arts (BA), Theatre/Theater
James Schmid James Schmid's Chicago Opera Theater Experience 2005 - 2005
Job Business Development Analyst at VentureDNA
Industry Marketing and Advertising
Experience
VentureDNA December 2012 - Present
Lyric Opera of Chicago 2005 - 2006
Chicago Opera Theater 2005 - 2005
Skills
Musical Theatre, Opera, Art Song, Disney, German
Education
University of Michigan 2011 — 2015
BM, Voice Performance
Lake Forest High School 2008 — 2011
VentureDNA December 2012 - Present
Lyric Opera of Chicago 2005 - 2006
Chicago Opera Theater 2005 - 2005
Skills
Musical Theatre, Opera, Art Song, Disney, German
Education
University of Michigan 2011 — 2015
BM, Voice Performance
Lake Forest High School 2008 — 2011
Matthew DiBattista's Chicago Opera Theater Experience November 2014 - February 2015
Job Major Domo in Der Rosenkavalier at Lyric Opera of Chicago
Industry Music
Experience
Lyric Opera of Chicago October 2015 - Present
Opera Theatre of Saint Louis October 2015 - Present
Wichita Symphony Orchestra October 2015 - Present
DiBa Unlimited January 1995 - Present
Tulsa Opera November 2014 - April 2015
Boston Modern Orchestra Project February 2015 - March 2015
Dayton Philharmonic Orchestra November 2014 - March 2015
Chicago Opera Theater November 2014 - February 2015
Long Beach Opera November 2014 - January 2015
Lyric Opera of Chicago September 2014 - November 2014
Skills
Opera, Musical Theatre, Oratorio, Singing, Stage, Arts Administration, Classical, Performing Arts, Choral, Chamber Music, Theatre, Conducting, Vocal, Concerts, Music Education, Orchestral Music, Acting, Pianist, Drama, Festivals, Music Theory, Improvisation, Piano, Performing, Event Management, Music, Broadway, Composition, Jazz, Dance, Vocal Coaching, Shakespeare, Ensemble, Stage Management, Voice Lessons
Education
University of Cincinnati Conservatory of Music 1995 — 1999
A.D., M.M., Music, Voice, Opera
Boston University 1991 — 1995
B.M., Music/Voice
Boston University College of Fine Arts 1991 — 1995
B.M., Music, Voice, Opera
Boston College High School 1987 — 1991
Lyric Opera of Chicago October 2015 - Present
Opera Theatre of Saint Louis October 2015 - Present
Wichita Symphony Orchestra October 2015 - Present
DiBa Unlimited January 1995 - Present
Tulsa Opera November 2014 - April 2015
Boston Modern Orchestra Project February 2015 - March 2015
Dayton Philharmonic Orchestra November 2014 - March 2015
Chicago Opera Theater November 2014 - February 2015
Long Beach Opera November 2014 - January 2015
Lyric Opera of Chicago September 2014 - November 2014
Skills
Opera, Musical Theatre, Oratorio, Singing, Stage, Arts Administration, Classical, Performing Arts, Choral, Chamber Music, Theatre, Conducting, Vocal, Concerts, Music Education, Orchestral Music, Acting, Pianist, Drama, Festivals, Music Theory, Improvisation, Piano, Performing, Event Management, Music, Broadway, Composition, Jazz, Dance, Vocal Coaching, Shakespeare, Ensemble, Stage Management, Voice Lessons
Education
University of Cincinnati Conservatory of Music 1995 — 1999
A.D., M.M., Music, Voice, Opera
Boston University 1991 — 1995
B.M., Music/Voice
Boston University College of Fine Arts 1991 — 1995
B.M., Music, Voice, Opera
Boston College High School 1987 — 1991
Angelica Jean Townsend Angelica Jean Townsend's Chicago Opera Theater Experience May 2011 - August 2011
Job Learning Specialist at The Noble Network of Charter Schools
Industry Education Management
Experience
The Noble Network of Charter Schools July 2013 - Present
GRB Entertainment January 2013 - May 2013
Draper Center for Community Partnerships at Pomona College August 2011 - May 2013
Pomona College Department of Theatre and Dance August 2010 - December 2012
Discovery Communications June 2012 - August 2012
Chicago Opera Theater May 2011 - August 2011
Pomona College May 2011 - August 2011
Marvel Studios LLC February 2011 - May 2011
Lookingglass Theatre Company June 2010 - August 2010
Skills
Microsoft Office, Acting, Avid Media Composer, Spanish, Light Board Operator, Radian6, Editing, Social Media, Windows, Facebook, Public Speaking, Research, Non-profits, Event Planning, Final Cut Pro, Adobe Premiere, Video Editing, SPSS, Photoshop, Social Media Marketing, Grant Writing, Blogging, Video Production, Press Releases, Marketing, Higher Education, Community Outreach, Premiere, Volunteer Management
Education
Claremont Colleges 2009 — 2013
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Psychology
Pomona College 2009 — 2013
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Psychology and Theatre, 3.74
University of Melbourne 2012 — 2012
Study Abroad Semester, 3.58
The Noble Network of Charter Schools July 2013 - Present
GRB Entertainment January 2013 - May 2013
Draper Center for Community Partnerships at Pomona College August 2011 - May 2013
Pomona College Department of Theatre and Dance August 2010 - December 2012
Discovery Communications June 2012 - August 2012
Chicago Opera Theater May 2011 - August 2011
Pomona College May 2011 - August 2011
Marvel Studios LLC February 2011 - May 2011
Lookingglass Theatre Company June 2010 - August 2010
Skills
Microsoft Office, Acting, Avid Media Composer, Spanish, Light Board Operator, Radian6, Editing, Social Media, Windows, Facebook, Public Speaking, Research, Non-profits, Event Planning, Final Cut Pro, Adobe Premiere, Video Editing, SPSS, Photoshop, Social Media Marketing, Grant Writing, Blogging, Video Production, Press Releases, Marketing, Higher Education, Community Outreach, Premiere, Volunteer Management
Education
Claremont Colleges 2009 — 2013
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Psychology
Pomona College 2009 — 2013
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Psychology and Theatre, 3.74
University of Melbourne 2012 — 2012
Study Abroad Semester, 3.58
Bruce Hall Bruce Hall's Chicago Opera Theater Experience August 2012 - September 2012
Job Solo Artist, Voice Faculty at Roosevelt University
Industry Music
Experience
Hinsdale Chorale September 2014 - Present
Roosevelt University, Chicago College of Performing Arts May 2013 - Present
PreludePrep.com January 2011 - Present
Chicago Opera Theater August 2012 - September 2012
Northwestern University September 1989 - August 2011
Lyric Opera of Chicago 1990 - 2002
Auburn University September 1986 - August 1989
Virginia Tech 1977 - 1980
Skills
Musical Theatre, Opera, Singing, Music, Theatre, Conducting, Directing, Teaching, Choral, Classical, Music Education, Ensemble, Church Music, Choral Conducting, Orchestral Music, Performing Arts, Vocal, Vocal Coaching, Chamber Music, Music History, Public Speaking, Music Theory, Piano, Pianist, Composition, Vocalist, Oratorio, Voice Lessons, Dance, Contemporary Music, Accompaniment, Violin, Improvisation, Arts Administration, Sight Reading, Acting, Music Performance, Stage, Recording, Finale, Administrative Work, Piano Education, Jazz
Education
University of Michigan
MMusic, Voice, Conducting
University of Michigan
BMusic, Voice
Hinsdale Chorale September 2014 - Present
Roosevelt University, Chicago College of Performing Arts May 2013 - Present
PreludePrep.com January 2011 - Present
Chicago Opera Theater August 2012 - September 2012
Northwestern University September 1989 - August 2011
Lyric Opera of Chicago 1990 - 2002
Auburn University September 1986 - August 1989
Virginia Tech 1977 - 1980
Skills
Musical Theatre, Opera, Singing, Music, Theatre, Conducting, Directing, Teaching, Choral, Classical, Music Education, Ensemble, Church Music, Choral Conducting, Orchestral Music, Performing Arts, Vocal, Vocal Coaching, Chamber Music, Music History, Public Speaking, Music Theory, Piano, Pianist, Composition, Vocalist, Oratorio, Voice Lessons, Dance, Contemporary Music, Accompaniment, Violin, Improvisation, Arts Administration, Sight Reading, Acting, Music Performance, Stage, Recording, Finale, Administrative Work, Piano Education, Jazz
Education
University of Michigan
MMusic, Voice, Conducting
University of Michigan
BMusic, Voice
Stephanie Tomey Stephanie Tomey's Chicago Opera Theater Experience May 2014 - June 2014
Job Student at DePaul University
Industry
Experience
Chicago Shakespeare Theater May 2015 - Present
The Theatre School DePaul University September 2012 - June 2015
Chicago Opera Theater May 2014 - June 2014
Skills
Sewing, Costume Design, Makeup Artistry, Millinery, Dyeing, Studio Art, Drawing, Painting, Wig Making, Microsoft Office
Education
DePaul University 2011 — 2015
Bachelor of Fine Arts (B.F.A.), Costume Design
Chicago Shakespeare Theater May 2015 - Present
The Theatre School DePaul University September 2012 - June 2015
Chicago Opera Theater May 2014 - June 2014
Skills
Sewing, Costume Design, Makeup Artistry, Millinery, Dyeing, Studio Art, Drawing, Painting, Wig Making, Microsoft Office
Education
DePaul University 2011 — 2015
Bachelor of Fine Arts (B.F.A.), Costume Design
Amanda Lauren Compton Amanda Lauren Compton's Chicago Opera Theater Experience August 2011 - August 2013
Job Singer/Dancer/Actress and Teacher
Industry Performing Arts
Experience
The Glimmerglass Festival May 2014 - Present
Drury Lane Theatre December 2013 - Present
Chicago Symphony Orchestra August 2010 - Present
Self May 2009 - Present
Vox3 Collective 2013 - 2014
Vox3 Collective 2013 - 2014
Vox3 Collective 2013 - 2014
Chicago Opera Theater August 2011 - August 2013
Midwest New Musicals May 2013 - July 2013
Candid Concert Opera April 2013 - May 2013
Skills
Musical Theatre, Singing, Opera, Music Education, Choral, Classical, Music, Performing Arts, Piano, Arts Administration, Theatre, Music Theory, Acting, Vocal Coaching, Vocal, Teaching, Dance, Vocalist, Pianist, Voice Lessons, Sight Reading, Improvisation, Jazz, Performing, Entertainment, Church Music, Choreography, Clarinet, Art Song, Stage Direction, Conducting, Drama
Education
University of Wisconsin-Madison 2007 — 2009
M.M., Voice
Illinois Wesleyan University 2003 — 2007
B.M., Vocal Performance, minor in Piano
The Glimmerglass Festival May 2014 - Present
Drury Lane Theatre December 2013 - Present
Chicago Symphony Orchestra August 2010 - Present
Self May 2009 - Present
Vox3 Collective 2013 - 2014
Vox3 Collective 2013 - 2014
Vox3 Collective 2013 - 2014
Chicago Opera Theater August 2011 - August 2013
Midwest New Musicals May 2013 - July 2013
Candid Concert Opera April 2013 - May 2013
Skills
Musical Theatre, Singing, Opera, Music Education, Choral, Classical, Music, Performing Arts, Piano, Arts Administration, Theatre, Music Theory, Acting, Vocal Coaching, Vocal, Teaching, Dance, Vocalist, Pianist, Voice Lessons, Sight Reading, Improvisation, Jazz, Performing, Entertainment, Church Music, Choreography, Clarinet, Art Song, Stage Direction, Conducting, Drama
Education
University of Wisconsin-Madison 2007 — 2009
M.M., Voice
Illinois Wesleyan University 2003 — 2007
B.M., Vocal Performance, minor in Piano
Alyssa Arrigo Alyssa Arrigo's Chicago Opera Theater Experience August 2013 - Present
Job Apprentice Coach at Chicago Opera Theater
Industry Music
Experience
Chicago Opera Theater August 2013 - Present
Moraine Valley Community College January 2013 - Present
Indiana University Opera Theater January 2011 - May 2012
Italian Operatic Experience June 2010 - August 2010
Chicago College of Performing Arts August 2006 - May 2010
Chicago Choral Artists 2006 - 2008
Skills
Piano, Singing, Music, Music Education, Classical, Chamber Music, Orchestral Music, Music Theory, Music History, Band, Performing Arts, Musical Theatre, Teaching, Pianist, Composition, Choral, Accompaniment
Education
Indiana University Bloomington 2010 — 2012
Masters, Piano Performance
Roosevelt University 2006 — 2011
Bachelors, Piano Performance
PianoSummer Institute
Summer Program
Aspen Music Festival and School
Summer Program
Chicago Opera Theater August 2013 - Present
Moraine Valley Community College January 2013 - Present
Indiana University Opera Theater January 2011 - May 2012
Italian Operatic Experience June 2010 - August 2010
Chicago College of Performing Arts August 2006 - May 2010
Chicago Choral Artists 2006 - 2008
Skills
Piano, Singing, Music, Music Education, Classical, Chamber Music, Orchestral Music, Music Theory, Music History, Band, Performing Arts, Musical Theatre, Teaching, Pianist, Composition, Choral, Accompaniment
Education
Indiana University Bloomington 2010 — 2012
Masters, Piano Performance
Roosevelt University 2006 — 2011
Bachelors, Piano Performance
PianoSummer Institute
Summer Program
Aspen Music Festival and School
Summer Program
James Darrah's Chicago Opera Theater Experience 2010 - Present
Job director+designer_theater, opera, film
Industry Performing Arts
Experience
Various Production Companies February 2011 - Present
Chicago Opera Theater 2010 - Present
Central City Opera July 2011 - August 2011
The Juilliard School December 2009 - February 2011
UCLA 2007 - 2011
Skills
Acting, Theatre, Performing Arts, Drama, Stage, Music, Film Production, Arts Administration, Directing, Final Cut Pro, Plays, Video, Photoshop, Shakespeare, Public Speaking, Festivals, Fundraising
Education
University of California, Los Angeles 2007 — 2010
MFA, Directing_School of Theater, Film, and Television
New York University 2009 — 2009
Classics Certificate, Latin
University of La Verne 2007 — 2009
BA, Theater, Music
Various Production Companies February 2011 - Present
Chicago Opera Theater 2010 - Present
Central City Opera July 2011 - August 2011
The Juilliard School December 2009 - February 2011
UCLA 2007 - 2011
Skills
Acting, Theatre, Performing Arts, Drama, Stage, Music, Film Production, Arts Administration, Directing, Final Cut Pro, Plays, Video, Photoshop, Shakespeare, Public Speaking, Festivals, Fundraising
Education
University of California, Los Angeles 2007 — 2010
MFA, Directing_School of Theater, Film, and Television
New York University 2009 — 2009
Classics Certificate, Latin
University of La Verne 2007 — 2009
BA, Theater, Music
Beatrice Westrate MS Beatrice Westrate MS's Chicago Opera Theater Experience May 2007 - November 2007
Job member at The Saints
Industry Real Estate
Experience
The Saints July 2014 - Present
Lincoln Park Community Shelter November 2010 - Present
IL Choice Action Team April 2007 - Present
DePaul Leaders, Toastmasters Club #669822 October 2005 - Present
Sigma Security Services LLC November 2013 - June 2014
Mercy Housing October 2006 - November 2013
DePaul University September 2005 - November 2010
Chicago Opera Theater May 2007 - November 2007
Steans Center August 2006 - November 2006
EHDOC -- Prete Apartments March 2003 - October 2004
Skills
Strategic Planning, Research, Teaching, Writing, Property Management, Analysis, Anger Management, Public Speaking, Critical Thinking, Non-profits, Text Editing, Resolving Conflicts, Fundraising, Social Media, Grant Writing, Microsoft Office, Training, Nonprofits, Access, Community Outreach, Conflict Resolution, Management, Program Development, Event Planning, Proposal Writing
Education
DePaul University 2005 — 2011
MS, Public Services Management, concentrating in non-profits
Loyola University Chicago 1998 — 2003
BGIS, minors -- business administration & psychology
The Saints July 2014 - Present
Lincoln Park Community Shelter November 2010 - Present
IL Choice Action Team April 2007 - Present
DePaul Leaders, Toastmasters Club #669822 October 2005 - Present
Sigma Security Services LLC November 2013 - June 2014
Mercy Housing October 2006 - November 2013
DePaul University September 2005 - November 2010
Chicago Opera Theater May 2007 - November 2007
Steans Center August 2006 - November 2006
EHDOC -- Prete Apartments March 2003 - October 2004
Skills
Strategic Planning, Research, Teaching, Writing, Property Management, Analysis, Anger Management, Public Speaking, Critical Thinking, Non-profits, Text Editing, Resolving Conflicts, Fundraising, Social Media, Grant Writing, Microsoft Office, Training, Nonprofits, Access, Community Outreach, Conflict Resolution, Management, Program Development, Event Planning, Proposal Writing
Education
DePaul University 2005 — 2011
MS, Public Services Management, concentrating in non-profits
Loyola University Chicago 1998 — 2003
BGIS, minors -- business administration & psychology
Shawn Rieschl-Johnson's Chicago Opera Theater Experience March 2006 - May 2010
Job Director of Production at The Atlanta Opera
Industry Performing Arts
Experience
The Atlanta Opera September 2013 - Present
The Atlanta Opera May 2012 - September 2013
The Atlanta Opera 2011 - May 2012
Lyric Opera of Chicago 2005 - March 2011
The Santa Fe Opera December 2008 - September 2010
Chicago Opera Theater March 2006 - May 2010
The Santa Fe Opera June 2006 - September 2008
Palm Beach Opera November 2003 - December 2005
The Santa Fe Opera June 2003 - August 2005
The Santa Fe Opera May 2001 - August 2002
Education
Indiana University Bloomington 1999 — 2003
BS, Secondary Education
The Atlanta Opera September 2013 - Present
The Atlanta Opera May 2012 - September 2013
The Atlanta Opera 2011 - May 2012
Lyric Opera of Chicago 2005 - March 2011
The Santa Fe Opera December 2008 - September 2010
Chicago Opera Theater March 2006 - May 2010
The Santa Fe Opera June 2006 - September 2008
Palm Beach Opera November 2003 - December 2005
The Santa Fe Opera June 2003 - August 2005
The Santa Fe Opera May 2001 - August 2002
Education
Indiana University Bloomington 1999 — 2003
BS, Secondary Education
Jessica Usherwood Jessica Usherwood's Chicago Opera Theater Experience 2003 - 2006
Job Performing Arts
Industry Music
Experience
International Chamber Artists 2006 - Present
University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire 2014 - 2015
Indiana University - African American Arts Institute 2012 - 2014
Exelon 2006 - 2011
Steans Music Institute of Ravinia Festival 2006 - 2006
Chicago Opera Theater 2003 - 2006
Skills
Opera, Classical, Performing Arts, Musical Theatre, Vocal, Vocal Coaching, Music, Singing, Acting, Vocalist, Music Education, Theatre, Church Music, Arts Administration, Chamber Music, Improvisation, Stage, Conducting, Festivals
Education
Indiana University Bloomington 2011 — 2015
Doctor of Music
Roosevelt University 2004 — 2006
Artist Diploma
Roosevelt University 2001 — 2003
Master of Music
Lee University 1995 — 1999
Bachelor of Arts
International Chamber Artists 2006 - Present
University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire 2014 - 2015
Indiana University - African American Arts Institute 2012 - 2014
Exelon 2006 - 2011
Steans Music Institute of Ravinia Festival 2006 - 2006
Chicago Opera Theater 2003 - 2006
Skills
Opera, Classical, Performing Arts, Musical Theatre, Vocal, Vocal Coaching, Music, Singing, Acting, Vocalist, Music Education, Theatre, Church Music, Arts Administration, Chamber Music, Improvisation, Stage, Conducting, Festivals
Education
Indiana University Bloomington 2011 — 2015
Doctor of Music
Roosevelt University 2004 — 2006
Artist Diploma
Roosevelt University 2001 — 2003
Master of Music
Lee University 1995 — 1999
Bachelor of Arts
Jerry Tietz Jerry Tietz's Chicago Opera Theater Experience June 2012 - Present
Job General Manager; Chicago Opera Theater
Industry Music
Experience
Chicago Opera Theater June 2012 - Present
Chicago Opera Theater August 2011 - June 2012
Chicago Opera Theater September 2010 - August 2011
Barrett Vantage Artists February 2007 - September 2010
Glimmerglass Opera March 2006 - December 2006
Skills
Arts Administration, Performing Arts, Opera, Musical Theatre, Classical, Singing, Non-profits, Fundraising, Event Management, Acting, Theatre, Festivals, Vocal, Public Speaking, Community Outreach
Education
Lawrence University 2000 — 2005
B.M. in Vocal Performance
Chicago Opera Theater June 2012 - Present
Chicago Opera Theater August 2011 - June 2012
Chicago Opera Theater September 2010 - August 2011
Barrett Vantage Artists February 2007 - September 2010
Glimmerglass Opera March 2006 - December 2006
Skills
Arts Administration, Performing Arts, Opera, Musical Theatre, Classical, Singing, Non-profits, Fundraising, Event Management, Acting, Theatre, Festivals, Vocal, Public Speaking, Community Outreach
Education
Lawrence University 2000 — 2005
B.M. in Vocal Performance
Carl Ratner's Chicago Opera Theater Experience September 1993 - August 1999
Job Baritone, Stage Director, Artistic Consultant, Educator
Industry Higher Education
Experience
Western Michigan University September 2001 - Present
Various Opera Companies and Concert Associations 1978 - Present
Opera Naples December 2005 - Present
Temple Sholom of Chicago 1989 - Present
Self - employed 1980 - Present
Bay View Festival 2008 - 2009
Battle Creek Symphony 2007 - 2008
Chicago Opera Theater September 1993 - August 1999
Chamber Opera Chicago 1983 - 1993
Metropolitan Opera October 1989 - February 1990
Skills
Theatre, Music, Singing, Musical Theatre, Classical, Opera, Russian Song, Cyrillic, Broadway, Performing Arts, Choral, Dance, Orchestral Music, Music Production, Teaching, Music Education, Directing, Music Theory, Vocal, Songs, Stage, Conducting, Acting, Musicians, Ensemble, Vocal Coaching, Composition, Music History, Festivals, Chamber Music, Arts Administration, Entertainment, Performing, Concerts, Music Industry, Voice Over, Stage Management, Recording, Vocalist
Education
Northwestern University 1999 — 2006
D.M., Vocal Performance
The Juilliard School 2000 — 2001
Opera Production Intern
Northeastern Illinois University 1996 — 1999
M.A., Vocal Pedagogy
Oberlin College 1975 — 1980
B.Mus., Music History
Central High School 1972 — 1975
Western Michigan University September 2001 - Present
Various Opera Companies and Concert Associations 1978 - Present
Opera Naples December 2005 - Present
Temple Sholom of Chicago 1989 - Present
Self - employed 1980 - Present
Bay View Festival 2008 - 2009
Battle Creek Symphony 2007 - 2008
Chicago Opera Theater September 1993 - August 1999
Chamber Opera Chicago 1983 - 1993
Metropolitan Opera October 1989 - February 1990
Skills
Theatre, Music, Singing, Musical Theatre, Classical, Opera, Russian Song, Cyrillic, Broadway, Performing Arts, Choral, Dance, Orchestral Music, Music Production, Teaching, Music Education, Directing, Music Theory, Vocal, Songs, Stage, Conducting, Acting, Musicians, Ensemble, Vocal Coaching, Composition, Music History, Festivals, Chamber Music, Arts Administration, Entertainment, Performing, Concerts, Music Industry, Voice Over, Stage Management, Recording, Vocalist
Education
Northwestern University 1999 — 2006
D.M., Vocal Performance
The Juilliard School 2000 — 2001
Opera Production Intern
Northeastern Illinois University 1996 — 1999
M.A., Vocal Pedagogy
Oberlin College 1975 — 1980
B.Mus., Music History
Central High School 1972 — 1975
Emanuele Andrizzi Emanuele Andrizzi's Chicago Opera Theater Experience April 2015 - May 2015
Job Guest Conductor at Chicago Philharmonic
Industry Music
Experience
Chicago College of Performing Arts July 2013 - Present
Lyric Opera of Chicago September 2012 - Present
Chicago Opera Theater April 2015 - May 2015
Northwestern University May 2014 - May 2014
Lyric Opera of Chicago March 2014 - March 2014
LaMusicaLirica June 2013 - July 2013
Ryan Opera Center May 2013 - June 2013
University of Wisconsin - Whitewater 2012 - May 2013
Main Street Opera August 2012 - October 2012
New Philharmonic June 2009 - April 2012
Skills
Chamber Music, French, Classical, Ensemble, Orchestral Music, Italian, Choral, Conducting, Music, Pianist, Recording, Performing Arts, Vocal Coaching, Vocal, Teaching, Opera, Accompaniment, Piano, Music Education, Musical Theatre, Contemporary Music, Concerts, Choral Conducting, Orchestration, Theatre, Oratorio, Sound, Arts Administration, Musicology, Symphony, Piano Education, Stage, Church Music, Festivals, Keyboards, Music Performance
Education
Northwestern University 2007 — 2013
DM, Orchestral Conducting
Northwestern University "Bienen School of Music 2007 — 2013
Doctoral; Diploma, Orchestral Conducting; Composition
Conservatorio di Musica "Santa Cecilia" 1998 — 2006
Ten-Year Diploma, Composition, Harmony and Counterpoint
Conservatorio di Musica "Santa Cecilia" 2002 — 2005
Artist Diploma, Orchestral and Opera Conducting
Bard College 2003 — 2004
MFA, Orchestral Conducting
Bard College 2003 — 2004
Artist Diploma, Orchestral and Opera Conducting
Teatro dell'Opera 2000 — 2003
M.F.A, Orchestral Conducting
Conservatorio di Musica "Alfredo Casella" 1994 — 1998
Performance Siploma, Piano
Chicago College of Performing Arts July 2013 - Present
Lyric Opera of Chicago September 2012 - Present
Chicago Opera Theater April 2015 - May 2015
Northwestern University May 2014 - May 2014
Lyric Opera of Chicago March 2014 - March 2014
LaMusicaLirica June 2013 - July 2013
Ryan Opera Center May 2013 - June 2013
University of Wisconsin - Whitewater 2012 - May 2013
Main Street Opera August 2012 - October 2012
New Philharmonic June 2009 - April 2012
Skills
Chamber Music, French, Classical, Ensemble, Orchestral Music, Italian, Choral, Conducting, Music, Pianist, Recording, Performing Arts, Vocal Coaching, Vocal, Teaching, Opera, Accompaniment, Piano, Music Education, Musical Theatre, Contemporary Music, Concerts, Choral Conducting, Orchestration, Theatre, Oratorio, Sound, Arts Administration, Musicology, Symphony, Piano Education, Stage, Church Music, Festivals, Keyboards, Music Performance
Education
Northwestern University 2007 — 2013
DM, Orchestral Conducting
Northwestern University "Bienen School of Music 2007 — 2013
Doctoral; Diploma, Orchestral Conducting; Composition
Conservatorio di Musica "Santa Cecilia" 1998 — 2006
Ten-Year Diploma, Composition, Harmony and Counterpoint
Conservatorio di Musica "Santa Cecilia" 2002 — 2005
Artist Diploma, Orchestral and Opera Conducting
Bard College 2003 — 2004
MFA, Orchestral Conducting
Bard College 2003 — 2004
Artist Diploma, Orchestral and Opera Conducting
Teatro dell'Opera 2000 — 2003
M.F.A, Orchestral Conducting
Conservatorio di Musica "Alfredo Casella" 1994 — 1998
Performance Siploma, Piano
Lex Poppens's Chicago Opera Theater Experience 1992 - 1992
Job Principal at AP Consulting
Industry Marketing and Advertising
Experience
AP Consulting March 2015 - Present
Tour Director March 2014 - March 2015
Ordway Center for the Performing Arts August 2012 - November 2013
Wells Fargo Center for the Arts March 2011 - August 2012
Omaha Symphony January 2007 - March 2011
Ruth Eckerd Hall May 1996 - January 2007
Chicago Symphony Orchestra Assoc. 1994 - 1996
Urban Gateways 1992 - 1994
Chicago Opera Theater 1992 - 1992
Music of the Baroque 1990 - 1992
Skills
Event Planning, Fundraising, Non-profits, Public Relations, Press Releases, Media Relations, Social Media, Marketing Communications, Event Management, Editing, Copywriting, Public Speaking, Nonprofits, Marketing, Strategic Communications, Sponsorship, Strategic Planning, Leadership, Management, Marketing Strategy, Corporate Communications, Email Marketing, Facebook, Newsletters, Advertising, Social Media Marketing
Education
Florida State University 1984 — 1986
BA, English
AP Consulting March 2015 - Present
Tour Director March 2014 - March 2015
Ordway Center for the Performing Arts August 2012 - November 2013
Wells Fargo Center for the Arts March 2011 - August 2012
Omaha Symphony January 2007 - March 2011
Ruth Eckerd Hall May 1996 - January 2007
Chicago Symphony Orchestra Assoc. 1994 - 1996
Urban Gateways 1992 - 1994
Chicago Opera Theater 1992 - 1992
Music of the Baroque 1990 - 1992
Skills
Event Planning, Fundraising, Non-profits, Public Relations, Press Releases, Media Relations, Social Media, Marketing Communications, Event Management, Editing, Copywriting, Public Speaking, Nonprofits, Marketing, Strategic Communications, Sponsorship, Strategic Planning, Leadership, Management, Marketing Strategy, Corporate Communications, Email Marketing, Facebook, Newsletters, Advertising, Social Media Marketing
Education
Florida State University 1984 — 1986
BA, English
Valerie Bromann Valerie Bromann's Chicago Opera Theater Experience June 2001 - August 2001
Job Web editor specializing in content management and email marketing.
Industry Writing and Editing
Experience
Lyric Opera of Chicago October 2014 - Present
Meet, Plan, Go! July 2012 - Present
Lyric Opera of Chicago November 2006 - June 2011
RE/MAX of Naperville June 2004 - June 2006
Steppenwolf Theatre Company June 2002 - August 2002
Chicago Opera Theater June 2001 - August 2001
Skills
Photography, Email Marketing, Content Management, Web Content, Dreamweaver, WordPress, Photoshop, Vertical Response, Social Media, Blogging, HTML, CSS, MailChimp, Ektron, Tessitura, Lightroom
Education
DePaul University 2004 — 2007
Master of Arts (MA), Creative Writing
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign 1999 — 2003
Bachelor of Arts (BA), Speech Communication and Rhetoric
Lyric Opera of Chicago October 2014 - Present
Meet, Plan, Go! July 2012 - Present
Lyric Opera of Chicago November 2006 - June 2011
RE/MAX of Naperville June 2004 - June 2006
Steppenwolf Theatre Company June 2002 - August 2002
Chicago Opera Theater June 2001 - August 2001
Skills
Photography, Email Marketing, Content Management, Web Content, Dreamweaver, WordPress, Photoshop, Vertical Response, Social Media, Blogging, HTML, CSS, MailChimp, Ektron, Tessitura, Lightroom
Education
DePaul University 2004 — 2007
Master of Arts (MA), Creative Writing
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign 1999 — 2003
Bachelor of Arts (BA), Speech Communication and Rhetoric
Hannah Compton Hannah Compton's Chicago Opera Theater Experience April 2015 - April 2015
Job Costume Specialist at Devonshire Playhouse
Industry Apparel & Fashion
Experience
Devonshire Playhouse, Skokie Park District May 2015 - Present
Chicago Opera Theater April 2015 - April 2015
Lookingglass Theatre Company August 2014 - February 2015
Knox College January 2011 - June 2014
Camp Lincoln and Camp Lake Hubert June 2013 - August 2013
Skills
Costume Design, Theatre, Costumes, Sewing, Knitting, Patterning, Teaching, Musical Theatre, Stage, Singing, Theatrical Production, Stage Management, Arts Administration
Education
Knox College 2010 — 2014
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Theatre/Theater
Universität Flensburg 2013 — 2013
Study Abroad
Devonshire Playhouse, Skokie Park District May 2015 - Present
Chicago Opera Theater April 2015 - April 2015
Lookingglass Theatre Company August 2014 - February 2015
Knox College January 2011 - June 2014
Camp Lincoln and Camp Lake Hubert June 2013 - August 2013
Skills
Costume Design, Theatre, Costumes, Sewing, Knitting, Patterning, Teaching, Musical Theatre, Stage, Singing, Theatrical Production, Stage Management, Arts Administration
Education
Knox College 2010 — 2014
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Theatre/Theater
Universität Flensburg 2013 — 2013
Study Abroad
Amy Esposito Amy Esposito's Chicago Opera Theater Experience February 2015 - Present
Job Marketing Associate at Chicago Opera Theater
Industry Entertainment
Experience
Chicago Opera Theater February 2015 - Present
Museum of Contemporary Art Chicago September 2014 - May 2015
Redmoon Theater December 2014 - February 2015
The Glimmerglass Festival July 2014 - August 2014
The Glimmerglass Festival May 2013 - June 2013
Ithaca College Theatre Arts January 2013 - May 2013
Ithaca College Theatre Arts January 2013 - May 2013
PW Productions Inc August 2012 - December 2012
North Country Center for the Arts June 2012 - August 2012
Ithaca College Theatre Arts August 2011 - December 2011
Skills
Arts Administration, Theatre, Event Management, Marketing, Volunteer Management, Event Planning, Editing, Fundraising, Microsoft Office, Budgets, Press Releases, Social Media Marketing, Public Relations, Tessitura, Photoshop, TRG, Integrated Marketing, Nonprofits
Education
Ithaca College 2010 — 2014
B.S., Theatre Arts Management
Ithaca College London Center
Chicago Opera Theater February 2015 - Present
Museum of Contemporary Art Chicago September 2014 - May 2015
Redmoon Theater December 2014 - February 2015
The Glimmerglass Festival July 2014 - August 2014
The Glimmerglass Festival May 2013 - June 2013
Ithaca College Theatre Arts January 2013 - May 2013
Ithaca College Theatre Arts January 2013 - May 2013
PW Productions Inc August 2012 - December 2012
North Country Center for the Arts June 2012 - August 2012
Ithaca College Theatre Arts August 2011 - December 2011
Skills
Arts Administration, Theatre, Event Management, Marketing, Volunteer Management, Event Planning, Editing, Fundraising, Microsoft Office, Budgets, Press Releases, Social Media Marketing, Public Relations, Tessitura, Photoshop, TRG, Integrated Marketing, Nonprofits
Education
Ithaca College 2010 — 2014
B.S., Theatre Arts Management
Ithaca College London Center
Monica Qiu Monica Qiu's Chicago Opera Theater Experience 2012 - 2013
Job MBA Candidate at The Wharton School, University of Pennsylvania
Industry Marketing and Advertising
Experience
MetLife June 2015 - August 2015
Sears Holdings Corporation September 2012 - February 2014
Chicago Opera Theater 2012 - 2013
Sears Holdings Corporation January 2012 - September 2012
Sears Holdings Corporation August 2011 - January 2012
Yale University January 2008 - May 2011
Pixorial June 2010 - August 2010
Ivy Insiders April 2009 - September 2009
Women's Foundation of Minnesota May 2008 - August 2008
Skills
Blogging, Project Management, Leadership, Social Media, Facebook, Data Analysis, Public Speaking, Team Leadership, Microsoft Office, Research, Analytics, Editing, Event Planning, User Experience, Management, Mobile Devices, Mobile Applications, Marketing, Fundraising, Social Media Marketing
Education
University of Pennsylvania - The Wharton School 2014 — 2016
Master of Business Administration (MBA), Marketing and Management
Yale University 2007 — 2011
Bachelor of Arts, Sociology, Cum Laude, 3.80
MetLife June 2015 - August 2015
Sears Holdings Corporation September 2012 - February 2014
Chicago Opera Theater 2012 - 2013
Sears Holdings Corporation January 2012 - September 2012
Sears Holdings Corporation August 2011 - January 2012
Yale University January 2008 - May 2011
Pixorial June 2010 - August 2010
Ivy Insiders April 2009 - September 2009
Women's Foundation of Minnesota May 2008 - August 2008
Skills
Blogging, Project Management, Leadership, Social Media, Facebook, Data Analysis, Public Speaking, Team Leadership, Microsoft Office, Research, Analytics, Editing, Event Planning, User Experience, Management, Mobile Devices, Mobile Applications, Marketing, Fundraising, Social Media Marketing
Education
University of Pennsylvania - The Wharton School 2014 — 2016
Master of Business Administration (MBA), Marketing and Management
Yale University 2007 — 2011
Bachelor of Arts, Sociology, Cum Laude, 3.80
Colleen Flanigan Colleen Flanigan's Chicago Opera Theater Experience September 2005 - September 2012
Job Chief Marketing Officer at Auditorium Theatre
Industry Performing Arts
Experience
Auditorium Theatre of Roosevelt University September 2012 - Present
Chicago Opera Theater September 2005 - September 2012
Goodman Theatre 2002 - 2005
Chicago Opera Theater May 1999 - July 2002
Michigan State University 1992 - 1995
Skills
Public Relations, Advertising, Budgeting, Writing, Email Marketing, Social Media, Marketing Strategy, Online Marketing, Non-profits, Social Media Marketing, Publicity, Marketing Communications, Customer Relations, Direct Mail, Media Relations, Press Releases, Budgets, Integrated Marketing, Event Management, Customer Service, Newsletters, Fundraising, Television, Nonprofits
Education
Michigan State University 1991 — 1995
BA
Auditorium Theatre of Roosevelt University September 2012 - Present
Chicago Opera Theater September 2005 - September 2012
Goodman Theatre 2002 - 2005
Chicago Opera Theater May 1999 - July 2002
Michigan State University 1992 - 1995
Skills
Public Relations, Advertising, Budgeting, Writing, Email Marketing, Social Media, Marketing Strategy, Online Marketing, Non-profits, Social Media Marketing, Publicity, Marketing Communications, Customer Relations, Direct Mail, Media Relations, Press Releases, Budgets, Integrated Marketing, Event Management, Customer Service, Newsletters, Fundraising, Television, Nonprofits
Education
Michigan State University 1991 — 1995
BA
Drew Ladd Drew Ladd's Chicago Opera Theater Experience March 2011 - September 2013
Job Tenor, Temp
Industry Music
Experience
IST Management Services January 2014 - Present
Savannah Voice Festival August 2015 - August 2015
SongFest June 2015 - June 2015
St. Mark's Episcopal Church September 2013 - December 2013
Chicago Opera Theater March 2011 - September 2013
St. Michael in Old Town September 2010 - January 2013
Lyric Opera of Chicago September 2012 - December 2012
Sugar Creek Symphony & Song July 2012 - August 2012
Skills
Vocal Coaching, Vocal, Opera, Performing Arts, Chamber Music, Classical, Oratorio, Choral, Musical Theatre, Music
Education
Roosevelt University 2011 — 2013
Professional Diploma, Voice
Roosevelt University 2009 — 2011
Master of Music, Voice and Opera
University of Central Arkansas 2005 — 2009
Bachelor of Music, Voice and Opera
IST Management Services January 2014 - Present
Savannah Voice Festival August 2015 - August 2015
SongFest June 2015 - June 2015
St. Mark's Episcopal Church September 2013 - December 2013
Chicago Opera Theater March 2011 - September 2013
St. Michael in Old Town September 2010 - January 2013
Lyric Opera of Chicago September 2012 - December 2012
Sugar Creek Symphony & Song July 2012 - August 2012
Skills
Vocal Coaching, Vocal, Opera, Performing Arts, Chamber Music, Classical, Oratorio, Choral, Musical Theatre, Music
Education
Roosevelt University 2011 — 2013
Professional Diploma, Voice
Roosevelt University 2009 — 2011
Master of Music, Voice and Opera
University of Central Arkansas 2005 — 2009
Bachelor of Music, Voice and Opera
Daniel Jackman Daniel Jackman's Chicago Opera Theater Experience September 2008 - June 2010
Job Digital Marketing Specialist with experience in B2C, NFP, and B2B Marketing
Industry Marketing and Advertising
Experience
Yesmail January 2015 - Present
Plante Moran July 2012 - Present
Blackman Kallick December 2010 - June 2012
ChicagoClassicalMusic.org September 2010 - June 2012
Chicago Opera Theater September 2008 - June 2010
Chicago Opera Theater, Chicago November 2007 - August 2008
Neal, Gerber & Eisenberg LLP June 2006 - August 2008
University Archives, University of Illinois at Chicago 2006 - 2006
Skills
Email Marketing, Social Media, Online Marketing, Public Relations, Marketing Communications, Marketing Strategy, Online Advertising, Marketing, Google Analytics, Web Analytics, Website Development, Facebook, Digital Marketing
Education
University of Chicago 2010 — 2011
Certification, Integrated Marketing
University of Illinois at Chicago 2010 — 2011
BA, Art History (Major) / Moving Image Arts (Minor)
Yesmail January 2015 - Present
Plante Moran July 2012 - Present
Blackman Kallick December 2010 - June 2012
ChicagoClassicalMusic.org September 2010 - June 2012
Chicago Opera Theater September 2008 - June 2010
Chicago Opera Theater, Chicago November 2007 - August 2008
Neal, Gerber & Eisenberg LLP June 2006 - August 2008
University Archives, University of Illinois at Chicago 2006 - 2006
Skills
Email Marketing, Social Media, Online Marketing, Public Relations, Marketing Communications, Marketing Strategy, Online Advertising, Marketing, Google Analytics, Web Analytics, Website Development, Facebook, Digital Marketing
Education
University of Chicago 2010 — 2011
Certification, Integrated Marketing
University of Illinois at Chicago 2010 — 2011
BA, Art History (Major) / Moving Image Arts (Minor)
Annelise Lawson's Chicago Opera Theater Experience 2010 - 2012
Job Performing Arts Professional
Industry Performing Arts
Experience
Chicago Opera Theater 2010 - 2012
Gymboree Play and Music October 2009 - August 2010
The Children's Theatre Company, Summer Theatre Arts Training Program June 2008 - July 2008
Schultz Collins June 2005 - January 2007
Education
Carleton College 2005 — 2009
B.A., Theater Arts, Psychology
British American Drama Academy
Carleton College
B.A, Psychology
Chicago Opera Theater 2010 - 2012
Gymboree Play and Music October 2009 - August 2010
The Children's Theatre Company, Summer Theatre Arts Training Program June 2008 - July 2008
Schultz Collins June 2005 - January 2007
Education
Carleton College 2005 — 2009
B.A., Theater Arts, Psychology
British American Drama Academy
Carleton College
B.A, Psychology
Linda Nerad Linda Nerad's Chicago Opera Theater Experience December 2006 - April 2007
Job Barista at Starbucks
Industry Luxury Goods & Jewelry
Experience
Starbucks April 2012 - Present
Henri Bendel November 2011 - June 2012
Leslie Hindman Auctioneers April 2011 - October 2011
RG Inc/Reuven Gitter Jewlers July 2007 - April 2011
Chicago Opera Theater December 2006 - April 2007
Tiffany & Co October 1998 - November 2006
Swatch Group July 1995 - October 1998
Skills
Pinterest, Diamonds, Wholesale, Sales, Retail, Jewelry, Watches, Customer Service, Event Planning, Luxury Goods, Gemology, Advertising, Gems, Selling, Marketing, Public Relations, Brand Development, Retail Sales, Fashion, Merchandising, Microsoft Word, Luxury, Training, Sales Management, Inventory Control, Jewelry Design, Store Management, Social Media, Fine Art, Styling, Marketing Strategy, Microsoft Office, Visual Merchandising, Fundraising
Education
Gemological Institute of America
University of Illinois at Chicago
BA, Communications/Linguistics
Starbucks April 2012 - Present
Henri Bendel November 2011 - June 2012
Leslie Hindman Auctioneers April 2011 - October 2011
RG Inc/Reuven Gitter Jewlers July 2007 - April 2011
Chicago Opera Theater December 2006 - April 2007
Tiffany & Co October 1998 - November 2006
Swatch Group July 1995 - October 1998
Skills
Pinterest, Diamonds, Wholesale, Sales, Retail, Jewelry, Watches, Customer Service, Event Planning, Luxury Goods, Gemology, Advertising, Gems, Selling, Marketing, Public Relations, Brand Development, Retail Sales, Fashion, Merchandising, Microsoft Word, Luxury, Training, Sales Management, Inventory Control, Jewelry Design, Store Management, Social Media, Fine Art, Styling, Marketing Strategy, Microsoft Office, Visual Merchandising, Fundraising
Education
Gemological Institute of America
University of Illinois at Chicago
BA, Communications/Linguistics
Kirsten Lendyke Kirsten Lendyke's Chicago Opera Theater Experience March 2008 - May 2008
Job Singer, Dancer, Actor
Industry Performing Arts
Experience
Music by the Lake March 2011 - Present
Chicago Opera Playhouse August 2011 - August 2012
Light Opera Works June 2008 - January 2012
Jedlicka Performing Arts Center February 2011 - May 2011
Lyric Opera of Chicago October 2010 - December 2010
Chicago Folks Operetta May 2009 - August 2010
Chamber Opera Chicago January 2010 - April 2010
Theatre Hikes June 2009 - September 2009
Village Players Theatre November 2007 - November 2008
Chicago Opera Theater March 2008 - May 2008
Skills
Choreography, Dance, Singing, Piano, Acting, Flute, Musical Theatre, Theatre, Vocal, Classical, Music, Yoga, Vocal Performance
Education
Millikin University 2002 — 2006
BFA, Musical Theatre
Music by the Lake March 2011 - Present
Chicago Opera Playhouse August 2011 - August 2012
Light Opera Works June 2008 - January 2012
Jedlicka Performing Arts Center February 2011 - May 2011
Lyric Opera of Chicago October 2010 - December 2010
Chicago Folks Operetta May 2009 - August 2010
Chamber Opera Chicago January 2010 - April 2010
Theatre Hikes June 2009 - September 2009
Village Players Theatre November 2007 - November 2008
Chicago Opera Theater March 2008 - May 2008
Skills
Choreography, Dance, Singing, Piano, Acting, Flute, Musical Theatre, Theatre, Vocal, Classical, Music, Yoga, Vocal Performance
Education
Millikin University 2002 — 2006
BFA, Musical Theatre
Shane Sweeney's Chicago Opera Theater Experience June 2009 - September 2009
Job User Experience Specialist at Centralis
Industry Performing Arts
Experience
Centralis September 2015 - Present
Razorfish June 2014 - Present
Lyft May 2013 - May 2014
The Ancona School March 2013 - May 2013
Affinity Rehab and Therapy Services August 2012 - December 2012
InnerWorkings February 2012 - July 2012
Silk Road Rising August 2011 - December 2011
Chicago Muse August 2010 - December 2010
DePaul Merle Reskin Theater January 2010 - January 2010
Chicago Opera Theater June 2009 - September 2009
Skills
User Interface Design, Human-centered Design, User Research, Rapid Prototyping, User Experience Testing, Wireframes, Consulting, User-centered Design, Ethnography, Interviewing Skills, Heuristic Evaluation, Axure RP, Remote User Testing, Lean UX Methods, Paper Prototyping, Bootstrap, Accessibility, W3C Accessibility, User Interaction, Fundraising, Public Speaking, Customer Service, Social Media, Sales, Event Management, Grant Writing, Research, Volunteer Management, Microsoft Office, Event Planning
Education
DePaul University 2013 — 2015
Masters of Science, Human Computer Interaction, 4.0/4.0
City Colleges of Chicago-Harry S Truman College 2012 — 2013
Continuing Education, Pre-Occupational Therapy Studies
DePaul University 2007 — 2012
Bachelors, Performing Arts Managment
Centralis September 2015 - Present
Razorfish June 2014 - Present
Lyft May 2013 - May 2014
The Ancona School March 2013 - May 2013
Affinity Rehab and Therapy Services August 2012 - December 2012
InnerWorkings February 2012 - July 2012
Silk Road Rising August 2011 - December 2011
Chicago Muse August 2010 - December 2010
DePaul Merle Reskin Theater January 2010 - January 2010
Chicago Opera Theater June 2009 - September 2009
Skills
User Interface Design, Human-centered Design, User Research, Rapid Prototyping, User Experience Testing, Wireframes, Consulting, User-centered Design, Ethnography, Interviewing Skills, Heuristic Evaluation, Axure RP, Remote User Testing, Lean UX Methods, Paper Prototyping, Bootstrap, Accessibility, W3C Accessibility, User Interaction, Fundraising, Public Speaking, Customer Service, Social Media, Sales, Event Management, Grant Writing, Research, Volunteer Management, Microsoft Office, Event Planning
Education
DePaul University 2013 — 2015
Masters of Science, Human Computer Interaction, 4.0/4.0
City Colleges of Chicago-Harry S Truman College 2012 — 2013
Continuing Education, Pre-Occupational Therapy Studies
DePaul University 2007 — 2012
Bachelors, Performing Arts Managment
Christopher Remmel's Chicago Opera Theater Experience April 2011 - May 2015
Job Development Assistant at The Nature Conservancy, Operatic Baritone
Industry Nonprofit Organization Management
Experience
The Nature Conservancy August 2015 - Present
Chicago Fringe Opera August 2014 - Present
Independent Contractor September 2012 - Present
Baroque Band June 2015 - August 2015
Chicago Opera Theater April 2011 - May 2015
Opera Santa Barbara February 2013 - April 2013
The Santa Fe Opera June 2012 - August 2012
The Academy of Vocal Arts September 2011 - May 2012
The Santa Fe Opera June 2011 - August 2011
Wolf Trap Opera Company June 2010 - September 2010
Skills
Singing, Classical, Opera, Oratorio, Music, Sight Reading, Vocal, Performing Arts, Musical Theatre, Theatre, Orchestral Music, Arts Administration, Choral, Vocal Coaching, Music Theory, Music Education, Chamber Music, Voice Lessons, Acting, Ensemble, Fundraising, Program Evaluation
Education
UCLA 2005 — 2009
B.A., Music
Roosevelt University 2009 — 2011
M.M., Voice
The Nature Conservancy August 2015 - Present
Chicago Fringe Opera August 2014 - Present
Independent Contractor September 2012 - Present
Baroque Band June 2015 - August 2015
Chicago Opera Theater April 2011 - May 2015
Opera Santa Barbara February 2013 - April 2013
The Santa Fe Opera June 2012 - August 2012
The Academy of Vocal Arts September 2011 - May 2012
The Santa Fe Opera June 2011 - August 2011
Wolf Trap Opera Company June 2010 - September 2010
Skills
Singing, Classical, Opera, Oratorio, Music, Sight Reading, Vocal, Performing Arts, Musical Theatre, Theatre, Orchestral Music, Arts Administration, Choral, Vocal Coaching, Music Theory, Music Education, Chamber Music, Voice Lessons, Acting, Ensemble, Fundraising, Program Evaluation
Education
UCLA 2005 — 2009
B.A., Music
Roosevelt University 2009 — 2011
M.M., Voice
Kaitlin Foley Kaitlin Foley's Chicago Opera Theater Experience 2014 - 2015
Job Freelance Musician and Educator
Industry Music
Experience
The People's Music School 2015 - Present
Artemisia 2014 - Present
Rockefeller Memorial Chapel 2013 - Present
Bella Voce 2013 - Present
Rockefeller Memorial Chapel 2012 - Present
KF Music Studio 2011 - Present
Cappelli Music Institute 2014 - 2015
Chicago Opera Theater 2014 - 2015
Southern Boone County Schools 2011 - 2012
Skills
Public Speaking, Teaching, Music Education, Music Performance, Creative Writing, Piano Performance, Choral Conducting, Choral Music, New Music, Classical, Vocal, Piano
Education
DePaul University 2012 — 2014
Master's Degree, Voice Performance
University of Missouri-Columbia 2007 — 2011
BS, Music Education
The People's Music School 2015 - Present
Artemisia 2014 - Present
Rockefeller Memorial Chapel 2013 - Present
Bella Voce 2013 - Present
Rockefeller Memorial Chapel 2012 - Present
KF Music Studio 2011 - Present
Cappelli Music Institute 2014 - 2015
Chicago Opera Theater 2014 - 2015
Southern Boone County Schools 2011 - 2012
Skills
Public Speaking, Teaching, Music Education, Music Performance, Creative Writing, Piano Performance, Choral Conducting, Choral Music, New Music, Classical, Vocal, Piano
Education
DePaul University 2012 — 2014
Master's Degree, Voice Performance
University of Missouri-Columbia 2007 — 2011
BS, Music Education
Loren Battieste Loren Battieste's Chicago Opera Theater Experience August 2011 - August 2013
Job Educational Outreach at Arizona Opera
Industry Performing Arts
Experience
Arizona Opera January 2015 - Present
Arizona Opera November 2014 - Present
Chicago Opera Theater August 2011 - August 2013
New Orleans Opera Association 2006 - 2010
Lyric Opera Of Kansas City 2008 - 2009
Skills
Acting, Performing Arts, Dance, Singing, Music, Musical Theatre, Theatre, Stage
Education
Roosevelt University 2011 — 2013
Artist Diploma, Vocal Performance
University of Missouri-Kansas City 2007 — 2009
Performer Certificate, Voice and Opera
University of Redlands 2000 — 2004
B.M., Vocal Performance
Arizona Opera January 2015 - Present
Arizona Opera November 2014 - Present
Chicago Opera Theater August 2011 - August 2013
New Orleans Opera Association 2006 - 2010
Lyric Opera Of Kansas City 2008 - 2009
Skills
Acting, Performing Arts, Dance, Singing, Music, Musical Theatre, Theatre, Stage
Education
Roosevelt University 2011 — 2013
Artist Diploma, Vocal Performance
University of Missouri-Kansas City 2007 — 2009
Performer Certificate, Voice and Opera
University of Redlands 2000 — 2004
B.M., Vocal Performance
Christoph Ptack's Chicago Opera Theater Experience October 2003 - June 2004
Job Artistic Administrator • Casting • Programming • Contract Negotiation • Initiative Management
Industry Performing Arts
Experience
Lyric Opera of Chicago February 2007 - May 2015
Lyric Opera of Chicago August 2004 - February 2007
Chicago Opera Theater October 2003 - June 2004
Lake Forest Symphony Association, Inc. April 1992 - August 1995
Skills
Arts Administration, Musical Theatre, Opera, Stage, Theatre, Theatrical Production, Orchestral Music, Artistic Programming, Contract Negotiation, Artistic Programming &..., Classical, Singing, Nonprofits, Acting, Concerts, Performing Arts, Music, Festivals, Entertainment, Event Management, Vocal, Program Management, Program Development, Public Relations, Contract Management, Leadership
Education
National Louis University 1988 — 1992
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Majors: Psychology and English Literature
Lake Forest High School 1984 — 1988
Lake Forest Country Day School
Lyric Opera of Chicago February 2007 - May 2015
Lyric Opera of Chicago August 2004 - February 2007
Chicago Opera Theater October 2003 - June 2004
Lake Forest Symphony Association, Inc. April 1992 - August 1995
Skills
Arts Administration, Musical Theatre, Opera, Stage, Theatre, Theatrical Production, Orchestral Music, Artistic Programming, Contract Negotiation, Artistic Programming &..., Classical, Singing, Nonprofits, Acting, Concerts, Performing Arts, Music, Festivals, Entertainment, Event Management, Vocal, Program Management, Program Development, Public Relations, Contract Management, Leadership
Education
National Louis University 1988 — 1992
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Majors: Psychology and English Literature
Lake Forest High School 1984 — 1988
Lake Forest Country Day School
Donica Lynn Donica Lynn's Chicago Opera Theater Experience December 2013 - December 2014
Job Actress/Singer/ Performer
Industry Performing Arts
Experience
Victory Gardens Theater June 2015 - Present
Songbird Productions 1998 - Present
Porchlight Music Theatre May 2015 - May 2015
Chicago Opera Theater December 2013 - December 2014
The Barn Theater July 2014 - August 2014
About Face Theatre January 2014 - February 2014
Mercury Theater Chicago February 2013 - November 2013
Chicago Praise Ministries 2010 - May 2013
The Goodman Theatre June 2008 - July 2012
Drury Lane Oakbrook September 2009 - May 2012
Skills
Singing, Theatre, Recording, Stage, Performing Arts, Music, Dialects, Drama, Improvisation, Voice Acting, Acting, Musical Theatre, Comedy, Voice Over, Stage Management, Arts Administration, Vocal, Dance, Commercials, Vocal Coaching, Film, Directing, Festivals, Public Speaking, Event Planning, Entertainment, Plays, Songs, Theatrical Production
Education
Anthem College-Phoenix 2006 — 2008
Associate of Science (AS), Medical Science
College of DuPage 1996 — 1998
A.S., Fine Arts
Victory Gardens Theater June 2015 - Present
Songbird Productions 1998 - Present
Porchlight Music Theatre May 2015 - May 2015
Chicago Opera Theater December 2013 - December 2014
The Barn Theater July 2014 - August 2014
About Face Theatre January 2014 - February 2014
Mercury Theater Chicago February 2013 - November 2013
Chicago Praise Ministries 2010 - May 2013
The Goodman Theatre June 2008 - July 2012
Drury Lane Oakbrook September 2009 - May 2012
Skills
Singing, Theatre, Recording, Stage, Performing Arts, Music, Dialects, Drama, Improvisation, Voice Acting, Acting, Musical Theatre, Comedy, Voice Over, Stage Management, Arts Administration, Vocal, Dance, Commercials, Vocal Coaching, Film, Directing, Festivals, Public Speaking, Event Planning, Entertainment, Plays, Songs, Theatrical Production
Education
Anthem College-Phoenix 2006 — 2008
Associate of Science (AS), Medical Science
College of DuPage 1996 — 1998
A.S., Fine Arts
Kurt Howard's Chicago Opera Theater Experience June 2012 - October 2012
Job Managing Director at OPERA America
Industry Performing Arts
Experience
OPERA America March 2014 - Present
Fort Worth Opera July 2010 - September 2015
Chicago Opera Theater June 2012 - October 2012
Fort Worth Opera August 2004 - July 2010
Eclipse Entertainment 2006 - 2008
The Atlanta Opera August 2007 - November 2007
Opera Tampa 2006 - 2006
Spoleto Festival USA 2005 - 2006
Palm Beach Opera 2004 - 2006
Opera Boston 2004 - 2004
Skills
Stage Management, Opera, Production Management, Organizational..., Organizational Design, Organizing, Art Direction, Theatre, Production Managment, Stage, Concerts, Set Design, Musical Theatre, Music, Stage Lighting, Producing, Performing Arts, Voice Over, Singing, Acting, Choreography, Arts Administration, Film, Live Events, Lighting Design, Festivals, Event Management, Piano, Improvisation, Dance, Event Planning, Plays, Vectorworks, Directing, Classical, Ballet, Entertainment, Drama, Theatrical Production, Technical Direction, Scenic Painting
Education
University of California, Santa Barbara 1980 — 1985
Chemical Engineering, Dance, Technical Theatre
OPERA America March 2014 - Present
Fort Worth Opera July 2010 - September 2015
Chicago Opera Theater June 2012 - October 2012
Fort Worth Opera August 2004 - July 2010
Eclipse Entertainment 2006 - 2008
The Atlanta Opera August 2007 - November 2007
Opera Tampa 2006 - 2006
Spoleto Festival USA 2005 - 2006
Palm Beach Opera 2004 - 2006
Opera Boston 2004 - 2004
Skills
Stage Management, Opera, Production Management, Organizational..., Organizational Design, Organizing, Art Direction, Theatre, Production Managment, Stage, Concerts, Set Design, Musical Theatre, Music, Stage Lighting, Producing, Performing Arts, Voice Over, Singing, Acting, Choreography, Arts Administration, Film, Live Events, Lighting Design, Festivals, Event Management, Piano, Improvisation, Dance, Event Planning, Plays, Vectorworks, Directing, Classical, Ballet, Entertainment, Drama, Theatrical Production, Technical Direction, Scenic Painting
Education
University of California, Santa Barbara 1980 — 1985
Chemical Engineering, Dance, Technical Theatre
Amber Dewey Schultz Amber Dewey Schultz's Chicago Opera Theater Experience 2004 - 2005
Job Social Media Marketing Consultant & Strategist | Speaker | Founder of Clique Social + Design
Industry Marketing and Advertising
Experience
Clique Social + Design September 2014 - Present
River Forest Park District November 2013 - March 2015
Automotive Internet Media March 2013 - September 2014
Freelance September 2012 - September 2014
Myth Busting Mommy June 2013 - November 2013
The Soma Institute November 2006 - February 2012
Chicago Opera Theater 2004 - 2005
San Francisco Opera/ SFOC June 2001 - April 2004
Skills
WordPress, Email Marketing, Blogging, Facebook, Social Media, Editing, Teaching, Writing, Pinterest, Twitter, Social Media Marketing, Blog Marketing, Copywriting, Web Content, Wordpress, SEO, Graphic Design, Dreamweaver, InDesign, Web Design
Education
North Carolina School of the Arts
BFA, Design and Production
Clique Social + Design September 2014 - Present
River Forest Park District November 2013 - March 2015
Automotive Internet Media March 2013 - September 2014
Freelance September 2012 - September 2014
Myth Busting Mommy June 2013 - November 2013
The Soma Institute November 2006 - February 2012
Chicago Opera Theater 2004 - 2005
San Francisco Opera/ SFOC June 2001 - April 2004
Skills
WordPress, Email Marketing, Blogging, Facebook, Social Media, Editing, Teaching, Writing, Pinterest, Twitter, Social Media Marketing, Blog Marketing, Copywriting, Web Content, Wordpress, SEO, Graphic Design, Dreamweaver, InDesign, Web Design
Education
North Carolina School of the Arts
BFA, Design and Production
Maura Moran's Chicago Opera Theater Experience August 2011 - May 2012
Job Marketing & Communications Assistant at Mother McAuley Liberal Arts High School
Industry Marketing and Advertising
Experience
Mother McAuley Liberal Arts High School August 2012 - Present
Wood Phillips September 2011 - August 2012
Chicago Opera Theater August 2011 - May 2012
Sodexo September 2007 - May 2011
Skills
Public Relations, Social Media Marketing, Creative Writing, Event Management, Marketing Communications, Marketing, Social Media, Event Planning, Advertising, Online Marketing, Website Management, eCommunications, Facebook, Press Releases
Education
Illinois Wesleyan University 2007 — 2011
Bachelor of Arts, English Writing, Business Administration
Mother McAuley Liberal Arts High School 2003 — 2007
Mother McAuley Liberal Arts High School August 2012 - Present
Wood Phillips September 2011 - August 2012
Chicago Opera Theater August 2011 - May 2012
Sodexo September 2007 - May 2011
Skills
Public Relations, Social Media Marketing, Creative Writing, Event Management, Marketing Communications, Marketing, Social Media, Event Planning, Advertising, Online Marketing, Website Management, eCommunications, Facebook, Press Releases
Education
Illinois Wesleyan University 2007 — 2011
Bachelor of Arts, English Writing, Business Administration
Mother McAuley Liberal Arts High School 2003 — 2007
Jonathan Calvin Weyant Jonathan Calvin Weyant's Chicago Opera Theater Experience August 2015 - Present
Job Young Artist at Chicago Opera Theater
Industry Performing Arts
Experience
Chicago Opera Theater August 2015 - Present
BHHS KoenigRubloff Realty Group May 2014 - Present
St. Matthew's Episcopal Church January 2014 - Present
Barnes & Noble February 2014 - May 2014
Barnes & Noble May 2013 - February 2014
St. John Berchmans February 2012 - January 2014
J&J Industrial Inc. May 2009 - August 2011
Scottsdale United Methodist Church August 2008 - May 2011
Borders Books December 2006 - May 2009
Boy Scouts of America May 2002 - August 2007
Skills
Merchandising, Customer Service, Inventory Management, Retail, Sales, Event Planning, Marketing, Social Networking, Facebook, Sales Management, Social Media, Public Speaking, Team Building, Customer Satisfaction, PowerPoint, Microsoft Office, Event Management, Microsoft Word, Social Media Marketing, Public Relations, Singing, Teaching, Music, Management, Performing Arts, Microsoft Excel, Research, Editing
Education
Roosevelt University 2015 — 2017
Professional Diploma in Opera
Roosevelt University - Chicago College of Performing Arts 2011 — 2013
Master of Music (M.M.), Voice Performance
Arizona State University 2007 — 2011
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Voice and Opera
Scottsdale Community College 2004 — 2007
Music
Chicago Opera Theater August 2015 - Present
BHHS KoenigRubloff Realty Group May 2014 - Present
St. Matthew's Episcopal Church January 2014 - Present
Barnes & Noble February 2014 - May 2014
Barnes & Noble May 2013 - February 2014
St. John Berchmans February 2012 - January 2014
J&J Industrial Inc. May 2009 - August 2011
Scottsdale United Methodist Church August 2008 - May 2011
Borders Books December 2006 - May 2009
Boy Scouts of America May 2002 - August 2007
Skills
Merchandising, Customer Service, Inventory Management, Retail, Sales, Event Planning, Marketing, Social Networking, Facebook, Sales Management, Social Media, Public Speaking, Team Building, Customer Satisfaction, PowerPoint, Microsoft Office, Event Management, Microsoft Word, Social Media Marketing, Public Relations, Singing, Teaching, Music, Management, Performing Arts, Microsoft Excel, Research, Editing
Education
Roosevelt University 2015 — 2017
Professional Diploma in Opera
Roosevelt University - Chicago College of Performing Arts 2011 — 2013
Master of Music (M.M.), Voice Performance
Arizona State University 2007 — 2011
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Voice and Opera
Scottsdale Community College 2004 — 2007
Music
Amanda Tarver's Chicago Opera Theater Experience March 2007 - June 2009
Job Opera Singer
Industry Music
Experience
Metropolitan Opera July 2012 - Present
Castleton Opera June 2010 - August 2010
Chicago Opera Theater March 2007 - June 2009
Chautauqua Opera June 2008 - August 2008
Skills
Musical Theatre, Oratorio, Music, Vocal, Opera, Classical, Chamber Music, Theatre, Teaching, Teaching Writing, Teaching English as a..., Choral, Ensemble, Stage, Vocal Coaching, Performing Arts, Singing
Education
Boston University 2010 — 2012
Associate of Arts (A.A.), Music
Roosevelt University 2006 — 2008
Master's degree, Music
Southeastern Louisiana University 2000 — 2005
Bachelor of Music, Music
Metropolitan Opera July 2012 - Present
Castleton Opera June 2010 - August 2010
Chicago Opera Theater March 2007 - June 2009
Chautauqua Opera June 2008 - August 2008
Skills
Musical Theatre, Oratorio, Music, Vocal, Opera, Classical, Chamber Music, Theatre, Teaching, Teaching Writing, Teaching English as a..., Choral, Ensemble, Stage, Vocal Coaching, Performing Arts, Singing
Education
Boston University 2010 — 2012
Associate of Arts (A.A.), Music
Roosevelt University 2006 — 2008
Master's degree, Music
Southeastern Louisiana University 2000 — 2005
Bachelor of Music, Music
David Bradke David Bradke's Chicago Opera Theater Experience 2011 - Present
Job Lighting Director at Chicago Opera Theater
Industry Performing Arts
Experience
Chicago Opera Theater 2011 - Present
Sarasota Opera 2008 - 2011
Skills
Musical Theatre, Theatre, Dance, Stage, Opera, Stage Management, Television, Production, Performing Arts, Drama, Lighting, Sound Design, Lighting Design, Production Management, Plays, Stage Lighting
Education
Ohio University 1998 — 2001
Chicago Opera Theater 2011 - Present
Sarasota Opera 2008 - 2011
Skills
Musical Theatre, Theatre, Dance, Stage, Opera, Stage Management, Television, Production, Performing Arts, Drama, Lighting, Sound Design, Lighting Design, Production Management, Plays, Stage Lighting
Education
Ohio University 1998 — 2001
Nick Sieben Nick Sieben's Chicago Opera Theater Experience March 2013 - April 2013
Job Designer
Industry Design
Experience
Sideshow Theatre Company 2013 - Present
Chicago Opera Theater March 2013 - April 2013
Arena Stage at the Mead Center for American Theater 2013 - 2013
American Players Theatre 2011 - 2013
The Paramount Theatre 2011 - 2013
Arden Theatre Company 2011 - 2012
The Goodman Theatre 2011 - 2012
Writers' Theatre 2011 - 2012
Drury Lane Oakbrook 2010 - 2012
Chicago Shakespeare Theater 2010 - 2012
Skills
Drawing, Sound, Set Design
Education
Loyola University of Chicago 2005 — 2009
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.)
The Drawing Workshop
Sideshow Theatre Company 2013 - Present
Chicago Opera Theater March 2013 - April 2013
Arena Stage at the Mead Center for American Theater 2013 - 2013
American Players Theatre 2011 - 2013
The Paramount Theatre 2011 - 2013
Arden Theatre Company 2011 - 2012
The Goodman Theatre 2011 - 2012
Writers' Theatre 2011 - 2012
Drury Lane Oakbrook 2010 - 2012
Chicago Shakespeare Theater 2010 - 2012
Skills
Drawing, Sound, Set Design
Education
Loyola University of Chicago 2005 — 2009
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.)
The Drawing Workshop
Geeta Kharkar Stack Geeta Kharkar Stack's Chicago Opera Theater Experience July 2002 - November 2003
Job Associate, Commercial Finance at Goldberg Kohn Ltd.
Industry Law Practice
Experience
Goldberg Kohn Ltd. July 2010 - Present
Mayer Brown September 2008 - July 2010
Federal Communications Commission May 2006 - August 2006
Museum of Science and Industry November 2003 - June 2005
Chicago Opera Theater July 2002 - November 2003
Education
Georgetown University Law Center 2005 — 2008
JD, Law
Northwestern University 1998 — 2002
BSJ, Journalism, Italian
Goldberg Kohn Ltd. July 2010 - Present
Mayer Brown September 2008 - July 2010
Federal Communications Commission May 2006 - August 2006
Museum of Science and Industry November 2003 - June 2005
Chicago Opera Theater July 2002 - November 2003
Education
Georgetown University Law Center 2005 — 2008
JD, Law
Northwestern University 1998 — 2002
BSJ, Journalism, Italian
Linda Keller, MLA, DipTrans Linda Keller, MLA, DipTrans's Chicago Opera Theater Experience February 2006 - April 2006
Job Certified SpanishEnglish TranslatorInterpreter
Industry Legal Services
Experience
National Museum of Mexican Art November 2000 - Present
U.S. Department of Justice January 2000 - 2014
WTTW Channel 11, PBS, Chicago April 2004 - June 2011
Publications International October 2010 - November 2010
The Museum of the Chicago Academy of Sciences March 2010 - November 2010
University of Chicago June 2007 - September 2010
Federation of State Massage Therapy Boards May 2010 - August 2010
The University of Chicago January 2006 - June 2010
Chicago Opera Theater February 2006 - April 2006
Columbia College Chicago February 2001 - February 2005
Skills
Editing, Teaching, Spanish, Commercial Real Estate, Proofreading, Medicine, Translation, Fine Art, Public Speaking, Storytelling, Interpreting, English, Journalism, Training, Research, Books, Creative Writing, Foreign Languages, Event Planning, Copy Editing, Linguistics, Social Networking, Copywriting, Interviews, Nonprofits, Press Releases, Newsletters, Public Relations, Publishing, Social Media, Blogging, Media Relations, Fundraising
Education
University of Chicago 2005 — 2007
Master of Liberal Arts
University of Arizona 1997 — 1997
Court Interpretation
University of London
Spanish and Latin American Studies
National Museum of Mexican Art November 2000 - Present
U.S. Department of Justice January 2000 - 2014
WTTW Channel 11, PBS, Chicago April 2004 - June 2011
Publications International October 2010 - November 2010
The Museum of the Chicago Academy of Sciences March 2010 - November 2010
University of Chicago June 2007 - September 2010
Federation of State Massage Therapy Boards May 2010 - August 2010
The University of Chicago January 2006 - June 2010
Chicago Opera Theater February 2006 - April 2006
Columbia College Chicago February 2001 - February 2005
Skills
Editing, Teaching, Spanish, Commercial Real Estate, Proofreading, Medicine, Translation, Fine Art, Public Speaking, Storytelling, Interpreting, English, Journalism, Training, Research, Books, Creative Writing, Foreign Languages, Event Planning, Copy Editing, Linguistics, Social Networking, Copywriting, Interviews, Nonprofits, Press Releases, Newsletters, Public Relations, Publishing, Social Media, Blogging, Media Relations, Fundraising
Education
University of Chicago 2005 — 2007
Master of Liberal Arts
University of Arizona 1997 — 1997
Court Interpretation
University of London
Spanish and Latin American Studies
Andrea A. Cedusky's Chicago Opera Theater Experience July 2011 - February 2013
Job Operations, Roman James Design Build
Industry Management Consulting
Experience
Roman James Design Build April 2015 - Present
Alice Greenlove Consulting March 2013 - Present
The Bunker Incubator January 2015 - April 2015
American Red Cross Chicago & Northern Illinois December 2013 - January 2015
Chicago Opera Theater July 2011 - February 2013
bon appetit management company February 2011 - June 2011
Planned Parenthood of Illinois October 2009 - June 2010
Planned Parenthood of Illinois January 2008 - October 2009
Planned Parenthood of Illinois August 2005 - March 2008
Skills
Fundraising, Leadership, Philanthropy, Stewardship, Strategic Planning, Project Management, Board Relations, Event Management, Social Media, Community Outreach, Community Development, Staff Development, Marketing, Program Management, Contract Negotiation, Management, Program Development, Budgets, Board Development, Public Relations, Business Development, Sales, Social Networking, Strategic Communications, Media Relations, Grassroots Organizing, Major Gift Development, Campaigns, Public Speaking, Consulting, Coaching, Innovation Consulting, Networking, Organizational..., Start-ups, Leadership Development
Education
University of Illinois 2002 — 2004
MPA, Public Administration
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign 1995 — 1999
BS -- Psychology, Minor in Spanish, Women's Studies
Roman James Design Build April 2015 - Present
Alice Greenlove Consulting March 2013 - Present
The Bunker Incubator January 2015 - April 2015
American Red Cross Chicago & Northern Illinois December 2013 - January 2015
Chicago Opera Theater July 2011 - February 2013
bon appetit management company February 2011 - June 2011
Planned Parenthood of Illinois October 2009 - June 2010
Planned Parenthood of Illinois January 2008 - October 2009
Planned Parenthood of Illinois August 2005 - March 2008
Skills
Fundraising, Leadership, Philanthropy, Stewardship, Strategic Planning, Project Management, Board Relations, Event Management, Social Media, Community Outreach, Community Development, Staff Development, Marketing, Program Management, Contract Negotiation, Management, Program Development, Budgets, Board Development, Public Relations, Business Development, Sales, Social Networking, Strategic Communications, Media Relations, Grassroots Organizing, Major Gift Development, Campaigns, Public Speaking, Consulting, Coaching, Innovation Consulting, Networking, Organizational..., Start-ups, Leadership Development
Education
University of Illinois 2002 — 2004
MPA, Public Administration
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign 1995 — 1999
BS -- Psychology, Minor in Spanish, Women's Studies
Weitz, Roger's Chicago Opera Theater Experience August 2008 - July 2011
Job General Director
Industry Performing Arts
Experience
Opera Omaha August 2011 - Present
Chicago Opera Theater August 2008 - July 2011
The Kennedy Center September 2007 - June 2008
Education
Carleton College 1995 — 1999
Opera Omaha August 2011 - Present
Chicago Opera Theater August 2008 - July 2011
The Kennedy Center September 2007 - June 2008
Education
Carleton College 1995 — 1999
Stuart Leitch's Chicago Opera Theater Experience 1972 - 1978
Job Owner, Overtones
Industry Music
Experience
Overtones Church MusicianFirst Congregational Church2012 - Present
Open Solitaire, Inc. 2010 - Present
Good Shepherd Lutheran Church 2005 - 2012
Pianoforte Chicago 2004 - 2011
Temple Sholom 1981 - 2000
Chicago Opera Theater 1972 - 1978
Chicago Opera Theater 1972 - 1978
Skills
Music, Piano, Conducting, Classical, Pianist, Recording, Music Theory, Chamber Music, Writing, Piano Performance, Ensemble
Education
Valparaiso University 1976 — 1976
Music
Oberlin College 1960 — 1962
Overtones Church MusicianFirst Congregational Church2012 - Present
Open Solitaire, Inc. 2010 - Present
Good Shepherd Lutheran Church 2005 - 2012
Pianoforte Chicago 2004 - 2011
Temple Sholom 1981 - 2000
Chicago Opera Theater 1972 - 1978
Chicago Opera Theater 1972 - 1978
Skills
Music, Piano, Conducting, Classical, Pianist, Recording, Music Theory, Chamber Music, Writing, Piano Performance, Ensemble
Education
Valparaiso University 1976 — 1976
Music
Oberlin College 1960 — 1962
Jennifer Klinkhammer's Chicago Opera Theater Experience 2004 - 2005
Job Executive Director at Foundation for Dubuque Public Schools
Industry Philanthropy
Experience
Foundation for Dubuque Public Schools February 2014 - Present
Dubuque Symphony Orchestra May 2011 - February 2014
Pacific Northwest Ballet May 2005 - January 2008
Chicago Opera Theater 2004 - 2005
Skills
Arts Administration, Tessitura, Event Management, Fundraising, Performing Arts, Event Planning, Theatre, Volunteer Management, Raiser's Edge, Annual Giving, Nonprofits, Dance, Public Relations, Sponsorship, Festivals
Education
DePaul University 2001 — 2003
Bachelor of Arts (B.A./B.M.), Music and Business/Performing Arts Management
UW Madison 1998 — 2001
Foundation for Dubuque Public Schools February 2014 - Present
Dubuque Symphony Orchestra May 2011 - February 2014
Pacific Northwest Ballet May 2005 - January 2008
Chicago Opera Theater 2004 - 2005
Skills
Arts Administration, Tessitura, Event Management, Fundraising, Performing Arts, Event Planning, Theatre, Volunteer Management, Raiser's Edge, Annual Giving, Nonprofits, Dance, Public Relations, Sponsorship, Festivals
Education
DePaul University 2001 — 2003
Bachelor of Arts (B.A./B.M.), Music and Business/Performing Arts Management
UW Madison 1998 — 2001
Jimsi Kuborn's Chicago Opera Theater Experience January 2013 - October 2013
Job Director of Investor Relations at Rockford Area Economic Development Council
Industry Marketing and Advertising
Experience
Rockford Area Economic Development Council April 2014 - Present
Chicago Opera Theater January 2013 - October 2013
Boise Philharmonic Association June 2011 - December 2012
Open Table Boise September 2009 - May 2011
Western Capital Bank May 2008 - May 2009
First American Title Company May 2007 - March 2008
Title Underwriters Agency July 2002 - April 2007
Skills
Marketing, Brand Management, Public Relations, New Business Development, Business Development, Leadership, Networking, Event Planning, Event Management, Team Building, Marketing Strategy, Social Media, Sales, Strategic Planning, Customer Service, Marketing Communications, Public Speaking, Friendly Personality, Media Relations, Fundraising, Strategic Partnerships, Start-ups, Social Networking, Strategy, Integrated Marketing, Press Releases, Advertising, Budgets, Lead Generation, Online Advertising, B2B, Management
Education
Northern Illinois University 1996 — 2000
B.S., Textiles Apparel and Merchandising
Rockford Area Economic Development Council April 2014 - Present
Chicago Opera Theater January 2013 - October 2013
Boise Philharmonic Association June 2011 - December 2012
Open Table Boise September 2009 - May 2011
Western Capital Bank May 2008 - May 2009
First American Title Company May 2007 - March 2008
Title Underwriters Agency July 2002 - April 2007
Skills
Marketing, Brand Management, Public Relations, New Business Development, Business Development, Leadership, Networking, Event Planning, Event Management, Team Building, Marketing Strategy, Social Media, Sales, Strategic Planning, Customer Service, Marketing Communications, Public Speaking, Friendly Personality, Media Relations, Fundraising, Strategic Partnerships, Start-ups, Social Networking, Strategy, Integrated Marketing, Press Releases, Advertising, Budgets, Lead Generation, Online Advertising, B2B, Management
Education
Northern Illinois University 1996 — 2000
B.S., Textiles Apparel and Merchandising
Debra Magad's Chicago Opera Theater Experience 2006 - 2006
Job Director of Development at Grant Park Music Festival
Industry Nonprofit Organization Management
Experience
Grant Park Music Festival March 2011 - Present
The Joffrey Ballet October 2006 - February 2011
Chicago Opera Theater 2006 - 2006
Education
DePaul University College of Law 1978 — 1981
Juris Doctor
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign 1974 — 1978
BA, Art History
Grant Park Music Festival March 2011 - Present
The Joffrey Ballet October 2006 - February 2011
Chicago Opera Theater 2006 - 2006
Education
DePaul University College of Law 1978 — 1981
Juris Doctor
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign 1974 — 1978
BA, Art History
Doris McGee's Chicago Opera Theater Experience March 1998 - December 1999
Job Director, Foundation Relations at Illinois Institute of Technology
Industry Fund-Raising
Experience
Illinois Institute of Technology (IIT) 2005 - Present
The Field Museum December 2000 - May 2003
Chicago Opera Theater March 1998 - December 1999
Youth Symphony June 1990 - February 1997
Education
University of Colorado Denver 1986 — 1992
Illinois Institute of Technology (IIT) 2005 - Present
The Field Museum December 2000 - May 2003
Chicago Opera Theater March 1998 - December 1999
Youth Symphony June 1990 - February 1997
Education
University of Colorado Denver 1986 — 1992
Traci Gaydos's Chicago Opera Theater Experience January 2008 - May 2009
Job Production and Logistics Coordinator at University of WisconsinMadison
Industry Performing Arts
Experience
University of Wisconsin-Madison May 2014 - Present
University of Wisconsin-Madison March 2013 - Present
Stella & Dot June 2013 - May 2015
University of Northern Iowa July 2010 - February 2013
About Face Theatre October 2009 - October 2009
Chicago Opera Theater January 2008 - May 2009
Sarasota Opera January 2009 - March 2009
Lookingglass Theatre Company September 2008 - December 2008
DePaul Opera Theatre February 2008 - March 2008
Drury Lane Theatre at Water Tower Place September 2007 - December 2007
Skills
Theatre, Opera, Stage Management, Music, Theatrical Production, Performing Arts, Musical Theatre, Dance, Production Management, Leadership, Event Planning, Conference Coordination, Organization, Remaining calm in a..., Communication, Social Media Marketing, Project Planning, Google Calendar, Calendar Planning, Meeting Scheduling, Volunteer Management, Networking, Creativity, Social Selling, Home Based Business, Mentoring, College Teaching, Curriculum Design, Syllabus Development, Microsoft Excel, Dropbox, Microsoft Word, Collaborative Problem..., Acting, Production Managment, Set Design
Education
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign 2003 — 2006
MFA, Stage Management
Lewis University 1999 — 2002
BA, Theatre
University of Wisconsin-Madison May 2014 - Present
University of Wisconsin-Madison March 2013 - Present
Stella & Dot June 2013 - May 2015
University of Northern Iowa July 2010 - February 2013
About Face Theatre October 2009 - October 2009
Chicago Opera Theater January 2008 - May 2009
Sarasota Opera January 2009 - March 2009
Lookingglass Theatre Company September 2008 - December 2008
DePaul Opera Theatre February 2008 - March 2008
Drury Lane Theatre at Water Tower Place September 2007 - December 2007
Skills
Theatre, Opera, Stage Management, Music, Theatrical Production, Performing Arts, Musical Theatre, Dance, Production Management, Leadership, Event Planning, Conference Coordination, Organization, Remaining calm in a..., Communication, Social Media Marketing, Project Planning, Google Calendar, Calendar Planning, Meeting Scheduling, Volunteer Management, Networking, Creativity, Social Selling, Home Based Business, Mentoring, College Teaching, Curriculum Design, Syllabus Development, Microsoft Excel, Dropbox, Microsoft Word, Collaborative Problem..., Acting, Production Managment, Set Design
Education
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign 2003 — 2006
MFA, Stage Management
Lewis University 1999 — 2002
BA, Theatre
Morgan Robinson's Chicago Opera Theater Experience April 2010 - May 2010
Job Assistant Director at San Francisco Opera
Industry Performing Arts
Experience
San Francisco Opera July 2008 - Present
Chicago Opera Theater April 2010 - May 2010
Boston Lyric Opera January 2010 - March 2010
Skills
Performing Arts, Theatre, Opera
Education
Rice University 1995 — 1999
BA, History
San Francisco Opera July 2008 - Present
Chicago Opera Theater April 2010 - May 2010
Boston Lyric Opera January 2010 - March 2010
Skills
Performing Arts, Theatre, Opera
Education
Rice University 1995 — 1999
BA, History
Ashley Shea's Chicago Opera Theater Experience 2006 - 2008
Job Patron Services Manager
Industry Performing Arts
Experience
The Chorus of Westerly September 2015 - Present
Mission Measurement February 2012 - August 2012
Residential Exteriors, Inc. September 2010 - May 2011
Urban Innovations August 2007 - August 2010
Chicago Opera Theater 2006 - 2008
Skills
Opera, Microsoft Office, Performing Arts, Music, Singing, Musical Theatre, Event Management, Public Speaking, Theatre, Customer Service
Education
Roosevelt University 2006 — 2008
Post Grad Diploma, Opera Performance
Roosevelt University 2004 — 2006
Master's Music, Vocal Performance
Illinois Wesleyan University 2000 — 2004
Bachelor's Music, Vocal Performance
The Chorus of Westerly September 2015 - Present
Mission Measurement February 2012 - August 2012
Residential Exteriors, Inc. September 2010 - May 2011
Urban Innovations August 2007 - August 2010
Chicago Opera Theater 2006 - 2008
Skills
Opera, Microsoft Office, Performing Arts, Music, Singing, Musical Theatre, Event Management, Public Speaking, Theatre, Customer Service
Education
Roosevelt University 2006 — 2008
Post Grad Diploma, Opera Performance
Roosevelt University 2004 — 2006
Master's Music, Vocal Performance
Illinois Wesleyan University 2000 — 2004
Bachelor's Music, Vocal Performance
Erin Feeney's Chicago Opera Theater Experience November 2006 - Present
Job Development Professional
Industry Fund-Raising
Experience
Elmhurst Memorial Hospital Foundation October 2008 - Present
Chicago Opera Theater November 2006 - Present
Education
North Park University 2004 — 2008
MBA MMNA
Loyola University Chicago 1996 — 2000
Elmhurst Memorial Hospital Foundation October 2008 - Present
Chicago Opera Theater November 2006 - Present
Education
North Park University 2004 — 2008
MBA MMNA
Loyola University Chicago 1996 — 2000
Douglas Clayton's Chicago Opera Theater Experience July 2015 - Present
Job General Manager at Chicago Opera Theater
Industry Nonprofit Organization Management
Experience
Chicago Opera Theater July 2015 - Present
Also Independent Project Work 1996 - Present
Long Beach Opera October 2014 - July 2015
LA Stage Alliance September 2004 - January 2014
Skills
Arts Administration, Grant Writing, Theatre, Acting, Non-profits, Stage, Event Planning, Film, Performing Arts, Entertainment, Musical Theatre, Directing, Nonprofits, Social Media, Drama, Fundraising, Public Relations, Stage Management
Education
UCLA Anderson School of Management 2014 — 2016
Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.), Business Administration and Management, General
Florida State University 2000 — 2001
MFA Acting Program
University of Southern California - Marshall School of Business 1996 — 2000
Bachelor's Degree, Business Administration / Theatre Arts Double Major
Chicago Opera Theater July 2015 - Present
Also Independent Project Work 1996 - Present
Long Beach Opera October 2014 - July 2015
LA Stage Alliance September 2004 - January 2014
Skills
Arts Administration, Grant Writing, Theatre, Acting, Non-profits, Stage, Event Planning, Film, Performing Arts, Entertainment, Musical Theatre, Directing, Nonprofits, Social Media, Drama, Fundraising, Public Relations, Stage Management
Education
UCLA Anderson School of Management 2014 — 2016
Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.), Business Administration and Management, General
Florida State University 2000 — 2001
MFA Acting Program
University of Southern California - Marshall School of Business 1996 — 2000
Bachelor's Degree, Business Administration / Theatre Arts Double Major
Nikki Jolly's Chicago Opera Theater Experience September 2007 - December 2007
Job Program Facilitator, Culture, Arts and Nature at Chicago Park District
Industry Nonprofit Organization Management
Experience
Chicago Park District September 2010 - Present
EXPRESS October 2004 - Present
Common Threads July 2008 - September 2009
Museum of Contemporary Art Chicago January 2008 - April 2008
Chicago Opera Theater September 2007 - December 2007
Geddes Talent Agency May 2007 - August 2007
Skills
Public Speaking, Nonprofits, Strategic Planning, Event Management, Management, Teaching, Event Planning, Program Management, Fundraising, Social Networking, Social Media, Community Outreach, Grant Writing, Social Media Marketing, Volunteer Management
Education
Columbia College Chicago 2005 — 2008
Arts, Entertainment and Media Management, Management, Marketing
Chicago Park District September 2010 - Present
EXPRESS October 2004 - Present
Common Threads July 2008 - September 2009
Museum of Contemporary Art Chicago January 2008 - April 2008
Chicago Opera Theater September 2007 - December 2007
Geddes Talent Agency May 2007 - August 2007
Skills
Public Speaking, Nonprofits, Strategic Planning, Event Management, Management, Teaching, Event Planning, Program Management, Fundraising, Social Networking, Social Media, Community Outreach, Grant Writing, Social Media Marketing, Volunteer Management
Education
Columbia College Chicago 2005 — 2008
Arts, Entertainment and Media Management, Management, Marketing
Kristen Vandawalker's Chicago Opera Theater Experience 2000 - 2001
Job Independent Consultant specializing in charter schools, program management, and project management
Industry Education Management
Experience
Vandawalker Consulting July 2014 - Present
Foundations College Preparatory School January 2011 - Present
National Association of Charter School Authorizers October 2010 - July 2014
The Renaissance Schools Fund March 2006 - September 2010
S4 Capital May 2004 - February 2006
Chicago Opera Theater 2000 - 2001
Skills
Grants, Community Outreach, Non-profits, Education Reform, Education Policy, Public Speaking, Editing, Management, Volunteer Management, Event Planning, Customer Service, Charter Schools, Teacher Training, Educational Technology, Event Management, Charter School..., Project Management, Microsoft Office, Team Building, Board Development, Interviews, Internal Communications, Social Media, Social Networking, Office Management, Education, Proofreading, Theatre, Writing, Copy Editing, Non-profit..., Board Governance, Copywriting, Program Management, Virtual Teams, Team Leadership, Events Coordination, Educational Management, Nonprofits
Education
Rutgers University-New Brunswick 1995 — 1999
BA, Theatre Arts, English
Vandawalker Consulting July 2014 - Present
Foundations College Preparatory School January 2011 - Present
National Association of Charter School Authorizers October 2010 - July 2014
The Renaissance Schools Fund March 2006 - September 2010
S4 Capital May 2004 - February 2006
Chicago Opera Theater 2000 - 2001
Skills
Grants, Community Outreach, Non-profits, Education Reform, Education Policy, Public Speaking, Editing, Management, Volunteer Management, Event Planning, Customer Service, Charter Schools, Teacher Training, Educational Technology, Event Management, Charter School..., Project Management, Microsoft Office, Team Building, Board Development, Interviews, Internal Communications, Social Media, Social Networking, Office Management, Education, Proofreading, Theatre, Writing, Copy Editing, Non-profit..., Board Governance, Copywriting, Program Management, Virtual Teams, Team Leadership, Events Coordination, Educational Management, Nonprofits
Education
Rutgers University-New Brunswick 1995 — 1999
BA, Theatre Arts, English
Peter Ascoli's Chicago Opera Theater Experience 1981 - 1986
Job Professor at Spertus Institute of Jewish Learning and Leadership
Industry Nonprofit Organization Management
Experience
Spertus College January 1996 - Present
Spertus College of Judaica 1996 - Present
Spertus Institute of Jewish Studies 1995 - Present
University of Illinois at Chicago January 1989 - January 1991
Chicago Opera Theater 1981 - 1986
Skills
Program Development, Community Outreach, Grants, Higher Education, Program Evaluation, Volunteer Management, Event Planning, Social Responsibility, Published Author, Leadership, Leadership Development, Policy Analysis, Event Management, Organizational..., PowerPoint, Program Management, Strategic Planning, Social Media, Educational Leadership, Tutoring
Education
Northwestern University - Kellogg School of Management 1983 — 1986
Master of Management
University of California, Berkeley 1966 — 1971
Ph.D, Early Modern European History
Spertus College January 1996 - Present
Spertus College of Judaica 1996 - Present
Spertus Institute of Jewish Studies 1995 - Present
University of Illinois at Chicago January 1989 - January 1991
Chicago Opera Theater 1981 - 1986
Skills
Program Development, Community Outreach, Grants, Higher Education, Program Evaluation, Volunteer Management, Event Planning, Social Responsibility, Published Author, Leadership, Leadership Development, Policy Analysis, Event Management, Organizational..., PowerPoint, Program Management, Strategic Planning, Social Media, Educational Leadership, Tutoring
Education
Northwestern University - Kellogg School of Management 1983 — 1986
Master of Management
University of California, Berkeley 1966 — 1971
Ph.D, Early Modern European History
Birgit Hottenrott's Chicago Opera Theater Experience November 2003 - December 2005
Job Marketing Department at Meyer Sound
Industry Nonprofit Organization Management
Experience
Meyer Sound March 2015 - Present
San Francisco Conservatory of Music January 2014 - January 2015
East Bay Performing Arts/Oakland Symphony June 2012 - January 2014
Cypress Performing Arts Association February 2011 - May 2012
Spring For Music January 2008 - August 2010
Chicago Opera Theater November 2003 - December 2005
University of Chicago Booth School of Business August 1999 - October 2003
ABC News September 1990 - February 1999
ABC News - London Bureau 1996 - 1999
Goucher College 1986 - 1990
Skills
Grant Writing, Fundraising, Volunteer Management, Event Planning, Non-profits, Arts Administration, Program Development, Editing, Nonprofits, Event Management, Community Outreach
Education
The George Washington University 1990 — 1992
masters, Elliott School of International Affairs
Goucher College 1986 — 1990
Bachelors, International Affairs
Center Elementary School 1977 — 1980
Elementary School, General Studies
Meyer Sound March 2015 - Present
San Francisco Conservatory of Music January 2014 - January 2015
East Bay Performing Arts/Oakland Symphony June 2012 - January 2014
Cypress Performing Arts Association February 2011 - May 2012
Spring For Music January 2008 - August 2010
Chicago Opera Theater November 2003 - December 2005
University of Chicago Booth School of Business August 1999 - October 2003
ABC News September 1990 - February 1999
ABC News - London Bureau 1996 - 1999
Goucher College 1986 - 1990
Skills
Grant Writing, Fundraising, Volunteer Management, Event Planning, Non-profits, Arts Administration, Program Development, Editing, Nonprofits, Event Management, Community Outreach
Education
The George Washington University 1990 — 1992
masters, Elliott School of International Affairs
Goucher College 1986 — 1990
Bachelors, International Affairs
Center Elementary School 1977 — 1980
Elementary School, General Studies
Sandra Wu's Chicago Opera Theater Experience October 2008 - April 2009
Job Executive Director of Chamber Music International
Industry Music
Experience
Chamber Music International August 2012 - Present
Private Lesson Teacher June 2007 - Present
Midwest Young Artists July 2010 - August 2012
Music Institute of Chicago September 2008 - May 2012
Chicago Opera Theater October 2008 - April 2009
Education
Leadership Arts Institute 2014 — 2015
Arts Business
Northwestern University 2008 — 2010
Masters, Music Performance and Literature
Southern Methodist University 2004 — 2008
Bachelors in Music, Music Performance
Chamber Music International August 2012 - Present
Private Lesson Teacher June 2007 - Present
Midwest Young Artists July 2010 - August 2012
Music Institute of Chicago September 2008 - May 2012
Chicago Opera Theater October 2008 - April 2009
Education
Leadership Arts Institute 2014 — 2015
Arts Business
Northwestern University 2008 — 2010
Masters, Music Performance and Literature
Southern Methodist University 2004 — 2008
Bachelors in Music, Music Performance
Douglas Bryan Bean's Chicago Opera Theater Experience 1990 - 1992
Job Available for New Opportunities in Creative and Special Events
Industry Events Services
Experience
Your Company April 2011 - Present
Director, Theatre 1979 - 2013
Oakton Community College 2012 - 2012
Performance Lighting, Inc. June 2007 - August 2011
FROST LIGHTING OF ILLINOIS September 2000 - May 2005
Star Plaza Theatre 1990 - 2002
Chicago Opera Theater 1990 - 1992
Chicago Opera Theater 1990 - 1992
Chicago Opera Theater 1990 - 1992
Wild Onion Theatre Co. 1986 - 1990
Skills
Artistic Direction, Production Management, Lighting Design, Production Managment, Live Events, Artistic Vision, Stage Management, Theatre, Event Management, Festivals, Corporate Events, Lighting, Stage Lighting, AV, Sound Design, Theatrical Production, Set Design, Acting, Event Planning, Stage, Sound, Music, Entertainment, Film, Concerts, Projection, Producing, Dance, Live Sound, Comedy, Technical Direction
Education
Case Western Reserve University 1979 — 1981
Theatre - Acting
Cleveland State University 1977 — 1981
Theatre, Music, Political Science/Law
Your Company April 2011 - Present
Director, Theatre 1979 - 2013
Oakton Community College 2012 - 2012
Performance Lighting, Inc. June 2007 - August 2011
FROST LIGHTING OF ILLINOIS September 2000 - May 2005
Star Plaza Theatre 1990 - 2002
Chicago Opera Theater 1990 - 1992
Chicago Opera Theater 1990 - 1992
Chicago Opera Theater 1990 - 1992
Wild Onion Theatre Co. 1986 - 1990
Skills
Artistic Direction, Production Management, Lighting Design, Production Managment, Live Events, Artistic Vision, Stage Management, Theatre, Event Management, Festivals, Corporate Events, Lighting, Stage Lighting, AV, Sound Design, Theatrical Production, Set Design, Acting, Event Planning, Stage, Sound, Music, Entertainment, Film, Concerts, Projection, Producing, Dance, Live Sound, Comedy, Technical Direction
Education
Case Western Reserve University 1979 — 1981
Theatre - Acting
Cleveland State University 1977 — 1981
Theatre, Music, Political Science/Law
Rachel Tobias's Chicago Opera Theater Experience March 2005 - May 2005
Job Stage Manager and Assistant Stage Manager at Lyric Opera of Chicago
Industry Performing Arts
Experience
Ravinia Festival 2009 - Present
Lyric Opera of Chicago August 1999 - Present
Harris Theater for Music and Dance March 2011 - March 2011
DePaul Opera Theater 2004 - 2006
Chicago Opera Theater March 2005 - May 2005
Carnegie Hall 2004 - 2004
Glimmerglass Opera June 2000 - August 2003
Connecticut Opera 2002 - 2002
Free Associates Theater Company 2000 - 2001
Education
Roosevelt University 1994 — 1998
BM, Music
Ravinia Festival 2009 - Present
Lyric Opera of Chicago August 1999 - Present
Harris Theater for Music and Dance March 2011 - March 2011
DePaul Opera Theater 2004 - 2006
Chicago Opera Theater March 2005 - May 2005
Carnegie Hall 2004 - 2004
Glimmerglass Opera June 2000 - August 2003
Connecticut Opera 2002 - 2002
Free Associates Theater Company 2000 - 2001
Education
Roosevelt University 1994 — 1998
BM, Music
Linden Christ's Chicago Opera Theater Experience February 2009 - Present
Job Voice & Piano Instructor at Private Voice & Piano Studio
Industry Music
Experience
DePaul University 2008 - Present
Private Voice & Piano Studio 2000 - Present
Chicago Opera Theater February 2009 - Present
Roosevelt University August 2010 - Present
Chicago Opera Playhouse May 2008 - Present
Skills
Acting, Blogging, Choral
Education
DePauw University
Roosevelt University
DePaul University 2008 - Present
Private Voice & Piano Studio 2000 - Present
Chicago Opera Theater February 2009 - Present
Roosevelt University August 2010 - Present
Chicago Opera Playhouse May 2008 - Present
Skills
Acting, Blogging, Choral
Education
DePauw University
Roosevelt University
Emily (Wieland) Wells's Chicago Opera Theater Experience September 2010 - December 2010
Job Development Assistant, Corporate Membership at The Museum of Modern Art
Industry Fund-Raising
Experience
The Museum of Modern Art April 2015 - Present
Indiana University Kelley School of Business August 2013 - April 2015
Boston Symphony Orchestra June 2013 - August 2013
Lotus Education and Arts Foundation September 2012 - August 2013
Spoleto Festival USA May 2013 - June 2013
Indiana University January 2013 - May 2013
Lyric Opera of Kansas City August 2011 - August 2012
Chicago Opera Theater September 2010 - December 2010
Skills
Music, Microsoft Office, Social Media, Public Speaking, Microsoft Word, Event Planning, Research, Microsoft Excel, Photoshop, Performing Arts, Customer Service, Teaching, Editing, Fundraising, Direct Mail Fundraising, Grant Writing
Education
Indiana University Bloomington 2012 — 2014
Master of Arts (M.A.), Arts Administration
DePaul University 2007 — 2011
B.M., Performing Arts Management
The Museum of Modern Art April 2015 - Present
Indiana University Kelley School of Business August 2013 - April 2015
Boston Symphony Orchestra June 2013 - August 2013
Lotus Education and Arts Foundation September 2012 - August 2013
Spoleto Festival USA May 2013 - June 2013
Indiana University January 2013 - May 2013
Lyric Opera of Kansas City August 2011 - August 2012
Chicago Opera Theater September 2010 - December 2010
Skills
Music, Microsoft Office, Social Media, Public Speaking, Microsoft Word, Event Planning, Research, Microsoft Excel, Photoshop, Performing Arts, Customer Service, Teaching, Editing, Fundraising, Direct Mail Fundraising, Grant Writing
Education
Indiana University Bloomington 2012 — 2014
Master of Arts (M.A.), Arts Administration
DePaul University 2007 — 2011
B.M., Performing Arts Management
Brittany Loewen's Chicago Opera Theater Experience 2013 - Present
Job Soprano, Classical Voice Teacher and Performer
Industry Performing Arts
Experience
Chicago Opera Theater 2013 - Present
Bloomingfoods Market and Deli October 2008 - August 2009
Skills
Music, Performing Arts
Education
Roosevelt University 2013 — 2015
Professional Diploma in Opera
Roosevelt University 2011 — 2013
Master of music, Voice
Indiana University Bloomington 2003 — 2008
BM, Vocal Performance
Chicago Opera Theater 2013 - Present
Bloomingfoods Market and Deli October 2008 - August 2009
Skills
Music, Performing Arts
Education
Roosevelt University 2013 — 2015
Professional Diploma in Opera
Roosevelt University 2011 — 2013
Master of music, Voice
Indiana University Bloomington 2003 — 2008
BM, Vocal Performance
Susan Harrison Niemi's Chicago Opera Theater Experience 1996 - 1999
Job Phone Sales Supervisor at Lyric Opera of Chicago
Industry Performing Arts
Experience
Lyric Opera of Chicago April 1999 - Present
Chicago Opera Theater 1996 - 1999
Merle Reskin 1993 - 1995
Skills
Stage Management, Acting, Arts Administration, Performing Arts, Opera, Stage, Theatre, Tessitura, Editing, Event Planning, Project Management, Fundraising, Musical Theatre, Event Management, Non-profits, Nonprofits
Education
DePaul University
Production Management
Lyric Opera of Chicago April 1999 - Present
Chicago Opera Theater 1996 - 1999
Merle Reskin 1993 - 1995
Skills
Stage Management, Acting, Arts Administration, Performing Arts, Opera, Stage, Theatre, Tessitura, Editing, Event Planning, Project Management, Fundraising, Musical Theatre, Event Management, Non-profits, Nonprofits
Education
DePaul University
Production Management
Peter Kozma's Chicago Opera Theater Experience 2008 - 2008
Job Artistic Director at Opera NEO
Industry Music
Experience
Opera NEO January 2012 - Present
Freelance August 2010 - Present
Boston Lyric Opera March 2013 - May 2013
The Ohio State University August 2006 - July 2010
Chicago Opera Theater 2008 - 2008
Minnesota Opera 2005 - 2006
Skills
Singing, Opera, Teaching, Music, Musical Theatre, Stage Direction, Music Production, Theater Production, Lighting Design, Event Management, Art Education, Music Education, Music Theory, Theatre, Performing Arts, Arts Administration, Classical, Chamber Music, Acting, Stage, Vocal Coaching, Vocal, Festivals, Theatrical Production, Fundraising, Ensemble, Concerts, Event Planning, Production Managment
Education
The University of Texas at Austin 2002 — 2005
MM in Opera
Franz Liszt Academy of Music Budapest 1996 — 2001
MM in Voice Performance
Opera NEO January 2012 - Present
Freelance August 2010 - Present
Boston Lyric Opera March 2013 - May 2013
The Ohio State University August 2006 - July 2010
Chicago Opera Theater 2008 - 2008
Minnesota Opera 2005 - 2006
Skills
Singing, Opera, Teaching, Music, Musical Theatre, Stage Direction, Music Production, Theater Production, Lighting Design, Event Management, Art Education, Music Education, Music Theory, Theatre, Performing Arts, Arts Administration, Classical, Chamber Music, Acting, Stage, Vocal Coaching, Vocal, Festivals, Theatrical Production, Fundraising, Ensemble, Concerts, Event Planning, Production Managment
Education
The University of Texas at Austin 2002 — 2005
MM in Opera
Franz Liszt Academy of Music Budapest 1996 — 2001
MM in Voice Performance
Oliver Ionita's Chicago Opera Theater Experience March 2015 - Present
Job Assistant Dean for Advancement
Industry Higher Education
Experience
University of Illinois at Chicago March 2015 - Present
Chicago Opera Theater March 2015 - Present
Chicago Opera Theater September 2014 - March 2015
Chicago Symphony Orchestra April 2013 - February 2014
Northwestern University December 2005 - April 2013
New York Philharmonic August 2000 - November 2005
Jazz at Lincoln Center 1996 - 2000
Uptime Recording Studios 1992 - 1998
Manhattan School of Music 1993 - 1996
Skills
Nonprofits, Grants, Fundraising, Editing, Higher Education, Volunteer Management, Grant Writing, Non-profits, Event Planning, Community Outreach, Arts Administration, Public Speaking, Philanthropy, Board Development, Program Development, Performing Arts
Education
New York University
MA, Performing Arts Administration
The Juilliard School
BM, Harpsichord / Composition
University of Illinois at Chicago March 2015 - Present
Chicago Opera Theater March 2015 - Present
Chicago Opera Theater September 2014 - March 2015
Chicago Symphony Orchestra April 2013 - February 2014
Northwestern University December 2005 - April 2013
New York Philharmonic August 2000 - November 2005
Jazz at Lincoln Center 1996 - 2000
Uptime Recording Studios 1992 - 1998
Manhattan School of Music 1993 - 1996
Skills
Nonprofits, Grants, Fundraising, Editing, Higher Education, Volunteer Management, Grant Writing, Non-profits, Event Planning, Community Outreach, Arts Administration, Public Speaking, Philanthropy, Board Development, Program Development, Performing Arts
Education
New York University
MA, Performing Arts Administration
The Juilliard School
BM, Harpsichord / Composition
Kate Meister's Chicago Opera Theater Experience April 2010 - May 2010
Job Senior Associate, Creative Development at Revolution Dancewear, LLC.
Industry Performing Arts
Experience
Revolution Dancewear June 2011 - Present
Kid Brooklyn Production January 2012 - July 2012
Civic Ballet of Chicago September 2011 - December 2011
Revolution Dancewear April 2011 - May 2011
Virtual Elayne August 2010 - May 2011
Chicago Center for Psychophysical Healing May 2005 - May 2011
Kid Brooklyn Productions January 2011 - April 2011
Civic Ballet of Chicago January 2011 - January 2011
The Civic Ballet of Chicago September 2010 - December 2010
Chicago Opera Theater April 2010 - May 2010
Skills
Costume Design, Sewing, Wardrobe, Costumes, Alterations, Millinery, Theatre, Industrial Sewing, Acting, Photo Shoots, Performing Arts, Beading, Musical Theatre, Festivals, Dance
Education
Chicago College of Healing Arts
Certification, Massage & Structural Therapy
University of Illinois at Chicago
B.A., Directing and Design - Focus in Costume Design
Wilbur Wright College
A.A., Art, Theatre
Revolution Dancewear June 2011 - Present
Kid Brooklyn Production January 2012 - July 2012
Civic Ballet of Chicago September 2011 - December 2011
Revolution Dancewear April 2011 - May 2011
Virtual Elayne August 2010 - May 2011
Chicago Center for Psychophysical Healing May 2005 - May 2011
Kid Brooklyn Productions January 2011 - April 2011
Civic Ballet of Chicago January 2011 - January 2011
The Civic Ballet of Chicago September 2010 - December 2010
Chicago Opera Theater April 2010 - May 2010
Skills
Costume Design, Sewing, Wardrobe, Costumes, Alterations, Millinery, Theatre, Industrial Sewing, Acting, Photo Shoots, Performing Arts, Beading, Musical Theatre, Festivals, Dance
Education
Chicago College of Healing Arts
Certification, Massage & Structural Therapy
University of Illinois at Chicago
B.A., Directing and Design - Focus in Costume Design
Wilbur Wright College
A.A., Art, Theatre
Stephen Hargreaves's Chicago Opera Theater Experience November 2013 - December 2013
Job Conductor, pianist and harpsichordist
Industry Music
Experience
Canadian Opera Company February 2011 - Present
room for three 2011 - Present
Hudson Shad September 2009 - Present
Self-employed musician 1990 - Present
Banff Centre Opera Program July 2014 - August 2014
Chicago Opera Theater November 2013 - December 2013
Grand Forks Symphony Orchestra November 2012 - November 2012
University of Toronto February 2012 - March 2012
Chicago Opera Theater 2010 - 2010
Opera Omaha 2010 - 2010
Skills
Orchestral Music, Accompaniment, Pianist, Opera, Recitals, Solo Performance, Chamber Music, DI, Piano, Music Education, Vocal, Classical
Education
Indiana University Bloomington 1994 — 1998
Bachelor of Music, Horn Performance
Canadian Opera Company February 2011 - Present
room for three 2011 - Present
Hudson Shad September 2009 - Present
Self-employed musician 1990 - Present
Banff Centre Opera Program July 2014 - August 2014
Chicago Opera Theater November 2013 - December 2013
Grand Forks Symphony Orchestra November 2012 - November 2012
University of Toronto February 2012 - March 2012
Chicago Opera Theater 2010 - 2010
Opera Omaha 2010 - 2010
Skills
Orchestral Music, Accompaniment, Pianist, Opera, Recitals, Solo Performance, Chamber Music, DI, Piano, Music Education, Vocal, Classical
Education
Indiana University Bloomington 1994 — 1998
Bachelor of Music, Horn Performance
Aaron Gottl's Chicago Opera Theater Experience August 2015 - Present
Job CEO/CFO at W.S. Productions
Industry Music
Experience
Chicago Opera Theater August 2015 - Present
W.S. Productions January 2015 - Present
Roosevelt University August 2014 - May 2015
Blue Lake IYSO May 2013 - August 2013
Rieman Music Learning Center September 2012 - May 2013
Skills
Orchestral Music, Microsoft Office, Photoshop, Public Speaking, Teamwork, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, Customer Service, Chamber Music, PowerPoint, Research, Social Media, C++, English, Java, HTML, C, Studio Recording, Teaching
Education
Roosevelt University 2013 — 2015
Master of Music, Cello Performance
Iowa State University 2008 — 2012
Bachelor of Music, Cello Performance
Chicago Opera Theater August 2015 - Present
W.S. Productions January 2015 - Present
Roosevelt University August 2014 - May 2015
Blue Lake IYSO May 2013 - August 2013
Rieman Music Learning Center September 2012 - May 2013
Skills
Orchestral Music, Microsoft Office, Photoshop, Public Speaking, Teamwork, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, Customer Service, Chamber Music, PowerPoint, Research, Social Media, C++, English, Java, HTML, C, Studio Recording, Teaching
Education
Roosevelt University 2013 — 2015
Master of Music, Cello Performance
Iowa State University 2008 — 2012
Bachelor of Music, Cello Performance
Blake Bard's Chicago Opera Theater Experience March 2010 - May 2010
Job Tenor
Industry Music
Experience
Michigan Opera Theatre September 2014 - May 2015
Flute World August 2014 - May 2015
Michigan Opera Theatre September 2013 - May 2014
Bowling Green State University August 2012 - May 2014
Banana Republic Factory Store August 2011 - July 2012
Polo Ralph Lauren Factory Store May 2010 - August 2011
Chicago Opera Theater March 2010 - May 2010
Bowling Green State University September 2003 - May 2007
Skills
Music, Singing, Piano, Music Theory, Music Education, Musical Theatre, Performing Arts, Composition, Opera, Recording, Music Production, Classical, Social Media, Event Planning, Teaching, Arts Administration, Public Speaking, Marketing, Vocal Coaching, Theatre, Pianist, Orchestral Music, Acting, Dance, Costumes, Choral, Chamber Music, Vocal, Microsoft Office, Ensemble
Education
Bowling Green State University 2012 — 2014
Master's Degree, Music, 3.92
Roosevelt University 2008 — 2010
Master in Music, Voice
Bowling Green State University 2003 — 2008
Bachelors in Music, Voice
Michigan Opera Theatre September 2014 - May 2015
Flute World August 2014 - May 2015
Michigan Opera Theatre September 2013 - May 2014
Bowling Green State University August 2012 - May 2014
Banana Republic Factory Store August 2011 - July 2012
Polo Ralph Lauren Factory Store May 2010 - August 2011
Chicago Opera Theater March 2010 - May 2010
Bowling Green State University September 2003 - May 2007
Skills
Music, Singing, Piano, Music Theory, Music Education, Musical Theatre, Performing Arts, Composition, Opera, Recording, Music Production, Classical, Social Media, Event Planning, Teaching, Arts Administration, Public Speaking, Marketing, Vocal Coaching, Theatre, Pianist, Orchestral Music, Acting, Dance, Costumes, Choral, Chamber Music, Vocal, Microsoft Office, Ensemble
Education
Bowling Green State University 2012 — 2014
Master's Degree, Music, 3.92
Roosevelt University 2008 — 2010
Master in Music, Voice
Bowling Green State University 2003 — 2008
Bachelors in Music, Voice
Emily Righter's Chicago Opera Theater Experience February 2010 - April 2010
Job Mezzo Soprano/Actor
Industry Performing Arts
Experience
Salzburger Landestheater August 2011 - July 2014
Tirol Summer/Winter Opera Festival (Erl) May 2013 - July 2013
New York City Opera March 2013 - April 2013
Gotham Chamber Opera February 2013 - April 2013
Tirol Summer/Winter Opera Festival (Erl) October 2012 - January 2013
Spoleto, Italy Opera Festival June 2012 - August 2012
Handel and Haydn Society October 2011 - October 2011
Chicago Opera Theater February 2010 - April 2010
Carnegie Hall September 2009 - September 2009
The Santa Fe Opera May 2009 - August 2009
Skills
Musical Theatre, Music, Performing Arts, Singing, Classical, Theatre, Music Education, Vocal, Acting, Chamber Music, Stage, Choral, Opera, Piano, Vocal Coaching, Music Theory, Ensemble, Composition, Dance, Improvisation, Entertainment, Recording, Concerts, Drama, Film, Contemporary Music, Oratorio, Songwriting, Festivals, Bands, Voice Lessons, Jazz, Sound, Pianist, Voice Over, Plays, Songs, Conducting, Theatrical Production, Studio Recording, Voice Acting
Education
Carnegie Mellon University
Bachelor's degree, Voice and Opera
Yale University
Master's degree, Voice and Opera
Salzburger Landestheater August 2011 - July 2014
Tirol Summer/Winter Opera Festival (Erl) May 2013 - July 2013
New York City Opera March 2013 - April 2013
Gotham Chamber Opera February 2013 - April 2013
Tirol Summer/Winter Opera Festival (Erl) October 2012 - January 2013
Spoleto, Italy Opera Festival June 2012 - August 2012
Handel and Haydn Society October 2011 - October 2011
Chicago Opera Theater February 2010 - April 2010
Carnegie Hall September 2009 - September 2009
The Santa Fe Opera May 2009 - August 2009
Skills
Musical Theatre, Music, Performing Arts, Singing, Classical, Theatre, Music Education, Vocal, Acting, Chamber Music, Stage, Choral, Opera, Piano, Vocal Coaching, Music Theory, Ensemble, Composition, Dance, Improvisation, Entertainment, Recording, Concerts, Drama, Film, Contemporary Music, Oratorio, Songwriting, Festivals, Bands, Voice Lessons, Jazz, Sound, Pianist, Voice Over, Plays, Songs, Conducting, Theatrical Production, Studio Recording, Voice Acting
Education
Carnegie Mellon University
Bachelor's degree, Voice and Opera
Yale University
Master's degree, Voice and Opera
Chase Hopkins's Chicago Opera Theater Experience 2010 - 2010
Job Intern at Chateauville Foundation
Industry Music
Experience
Chateauville Foundation June 2010 - Present
Chicago Opera Theater 2010 - 2010
Lyric Opera of Chicago 2009 - 2010
BJC HealthCare 2008 - 2010
Education
Northwestern University 2008 — 2012
Chateauville Foundation June 2010 - Present
Chicago Opera Theater 2010 - 2010
Lyric Opera of Chicago 2009 - 2010
BJC HealthCare 2008 - 2010
Education
Northwestern University 2008 — 2012
Erika N. Weiss, MPA's Chicago Opera Theater Experience 2011 - 2012
Job Development Manager Feeding America
Industry Nonprofit Organization Management
Experience
Beloit College June 2015 - Present
Feeding America March 2014 - Present
Development Leadership Consortium November 2013 - Present
YNPN Chicago 2013 - 2014
The Nature Conservancy 2012 - 2014
Chicago Opera Theater 2011 - 2012
Crohn's & Colitis Foundation of America 2010 - 2011
Community Action, Inc. of Rock & Walworth Counties 2009 - 2010
Stateline Literacy Council 2008 - 2009
Caritas - Food & Clothing Pantry 2006 - 2009
Skills
Volunteer Management, Fundraising, Nonprofits, Community Outreach, Event Planning, Strategic Communications, Fundraisers, Grants, Philanthropy, Public Speaking, Non-profits, Community Organizing, Community Development, Proposal Writing, Event Management, Stewardship, Marketing, Grant Writing, Writing, Annual Giving, Program Development, Program Management, Sponsorship, Research, Social Networking, Spanish, Board Development, Program Evaluation, Non-profit..., Strategic Planning, Branding & Identity, Major Gift Development, Planned Giving, Leadership
Education
Beloit College
Bachelor's degree, Sociology - Business Entrepreneurship Concentration, Cum Laude
Roosevelt University
Master of Public Administration (MPA), Nonprofit Management, With Distinction
Santa Monica High School
Beloit College June 2015 - Present
Feeding America March 2014 - Present
Development Leadership Consortium November 2013 - Present
YNPN Chicago 2013 - 2014
The Nature Conservancy 2012 - 2014
Chicago Opera Theater 2011 - 2012
Crohn's & Colitis Foundation of America 2010 - 2011
Community Action, Inc. of Rock & Walworth Counties 2009 - 2010
Stateline Literacy Council 2008 - 2009
Caritas - Food & Clothing Pantry 2006 - 2009
Skills
Volunteer Management, Fundraising, Nonprofits, Community Outreach, Event Planning, Strategic Communications, Fundraisers, Grants, Philanthropy, Public Speaking, Non-profits, Community Organizing, Community Development, Proposal Writing, Event Management, Stewardship, Marketing, Grant Writing, Writing, Annual Giving, Program Development, Program Management, Sponsorship, Research, Social Networking, Spanish, Board Development, Program Evaluation, Non-profit..., Strategic Planning, Branding & Identity, Major Gift Development, Planned Giving, Leadership
Education
Beloit College
Bachelor's degree, Sociology - Business Entrepreneurship Concentration, Cum Laude
Roosevelt University
Master of Public Administration (MPA), Nonprofit Management, With Distinction
Santa Monica High School
LaShera Moore's Chicago Opera Theater Experience February 2014 - March 2014
Job Songstress/Teaching Artist
Industry Music
Experience
Community Chicago Link Music Center September 2015 - Present
Columbia College Chicago Center for Community Arts Partnership March 2015 - Present
John Paris Ensembles July 2014 - Present
Chris Forte Band November 2012 - Present
Windy City Music Theatre August 2012 - Present
Backbeatz Productions 2012 - Present
Freelance on my own September 2006 - Present
Chicago Opera Theater February 2014 - March 2014
Columbia College Chicago Music Department September 2006 - September 2009
Skills
Singing, Dancing, Performer, Recording, Songwriting, Childcare, Youth Mentoring, Peer Mentoring, Entertainment, Dance, Festivals, Composition, Choral, Pro Tools, Band, Music Industry, Music Production, Video, Vocalist, Film, Logic Pro, Audio Post Production, Concerts, Audio Engineering, Performing Arts, Improvisation, Rock, POP, Theatre, Vocal Coaching, Musicians, Blues, Directing, Jazz, Music, Bands
Education
Columbia College Chicago 2004 — 2012
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Music Performance, Voice
Calumet Career Prep Academy 2000 — 2004
High School Diploma, Communications
Community Chicago Link Music Center September 2015 - Present
Columbia College Chicago Center for Community Arts Partnership March 2015 - Present
John Paris Ensembles July 2014 - Present
Chris Forte Band November 2012 - Present
Windy City Music Theatre August 2012 - Present
Backbeatz Productions 2012 - Present
Freelance on my own September 2006 - Present
Chicago Opera Theater February 2014 - March 2014
Columbia College Chicago Music Department September 2006 - September 2009
Skills
Singing, Dancing, Performer, Recording, Songwriting, Childcare, Youth Mentoring, Peer Mentoring, Entertainment, Dance, Festivals, Composition, Choral, Pro Tools, Band, Music Industry, Music Production, Video, Vocalist, Film, Logic Pro, Audio Post Production, Concerts, Audio Engineering, Performing Arts, Improvisation, Rock, POP, Theatre, Vocal Coaching, Musicians, Blues, Directing, Jazz, Music, Bands
Education
Columbia College Chicago 2004 — 2012
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Music Performance, Voice
Calumet Career Prep Academy 2000 — 2004
High School Diploma, Communications
Joan Fox's Chicago Opera Theater Experience June 2001 - May 2005
Job Managing Director at Chicago Humanities Festival
Industry Nonprofit Organization Management
Experience
Chicago Humanities Festival May 2005 - Present
Chicago Opera Theater June 2001 - May 2005
Fox Consulting April 1991 - March 2000
Ogilvy & Mather March 1977 - March 1991
Skills
Negotiation, Management, Event Management, Human Resources, Training, Nonprofits, Real Estate, Fundraising, Strategic Planning, Event Planning, Finance, Public Speaking, Policy, Community Outreach
Education
Fordham University 1980 — 1983
MBA, Marketing And Finance
Queens College 1968 — 1972
BS, Economics and Education
Chicago Humanities Festival May 2005 - Present
Chicago Opera Theater June 2001 - May 2005
Fox Consulting April 1991 - March 2000
Ogilvy & Mather March 1977 - March 1991
Skills
Negotiation, Management, Event Management, Human Resources, Training, Nonprofits, Real Estate, Fundraising, Strategic Planning, Event Planning, Finance, Public Speaking, Policy, Community Outreach
Education
Fordham University 1980 — 1983
MBA, Marketing And Finance
Queens College 1968 — 1972
BS, Economics and Education
San Francisco Opera
The Santa Fe Opera
Seattle Opera
The Atlanta Opera
Virginia Opera Association
Los Angeles Opera
Ohio light opera
Opera San José