james murphy resume
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James Murphy [email protected] (802) 825-8412 Washington, DC OBJECTIVE: To obtain a position as a team player in a theatre where I can utilize my customer-service experience, creative/critical thinking, and production skills in an exciting environment to help accomplish and further the company’s and my own professional goals. EXPERIENCE: House Manager, Signature Theatre – Arlington, VA (2016 – current)
• Trained ushers and volunteers • Started performances and resolved patron issues • Managed concessions and donations
Server/Supervisor, DMK Burger and Fish Bar – Chicago, IL (2015-2016)
• Reported daily sales and balanced cash flow. • Coordinated staff and updated daily shift reports. • Inspected the restaurant to ensure it met all cleanliness and safety standards.
Props Designer, Cadence Theatre Company – Richmond, VA (2014-2015)
• Designed, created and purchased hard and soft goods for theatrical season. • Coordinated with local thrift stores and theaters to organize furniture loans. • Worked with the run crew to create an organized and efficient props table.
Asst. Props Designer, Richmond Shakespeare – Richmond, VA (2013)
• Designed, created and purchased props and small set pieces for Richmond Shakespeare’s Summer festival of Comedy of Errors and Othello.
Production Associate, The Greenberg Theater – Washington DC (2009-2010) • Managed student workers and delegated duties with an understanding of deadlines. • Performed technical duties including: operating light and soundboards, run crew,
constructing set pieces, and light hangs.
EDUCATION & SKILLS: Degree: B.F.A., Theatre, Virginia Commonwealth University, Richmond, VA 2014 Microsoft office, Point-of-Sale Systems, power tools experience, basic sewing and painting.Over 10 years experience in retail and sales REFERENCES: Tom Bateman Signature Theatre Guest Services Manager [email protected] 202-805-6022
Stacie Rearden-Hall VCU SP Program Coordinator staciereardenhall@gmail 804-614-8514
Jan Powell Quill Theatre Artistic Director [email protected] 503-481-8980