• Constructed and designed props/scenery for  over 180 theatrical productions over 15 years

  • Crew leader, technical director or artisan on hundreds of projects from concept to implementation

  • Adept and nimble at problem solving and personnel management while meeting deadlines and staying within budget

  • Organized, innovative thinker with excellent written and verbal communication skills
 
 
Building Garden Benches for The Importance of Being Earnest at Arena Stage. 

Building Garden Benches for The Importance of Being Earnest at Arena Stage. 

 

Arena Stage, Washington DC                                    2001 - PRESENT

Props Artisan                                                

  • Constructed, refurbished and repaired furniture, chandeliers and other props  for 133  shows at renowned theater

  • Executed  designers’ concepts using  extensive personal knowledge of construction tools and methods

  • Supervised teams on projects and mentored  temporary workers and junior employees

  • Collaborated with actors, stage managers, scenic painters and lighting technicians

  • Managed inventory of hardware, tools, supplies and stage equipment
 
Contstructing the office loft ("Phase 2") of the ARTillery.

Contstructing the office loft ("Phase 2") of the ARTillery.

The ARTillery, Washington DC                                    2013 - 2015

Founder, Operations Manager                                                

  • Led DC’s first non-profit Tool lending library/woodworking space from conception to implementation

  • Oversaw daily operations including staff, volunteer and instructor coordination

  • Conceptualized and led  biweekly skills-based classes such as welding, woodworking and carving

  • Spearheaded community outreach programs like “Power Tool Petting Zoo” and “Little Free Library” building day

  • Advised  members on usage of tools and construction methods

  • Lead builder and project manager in extensive buildout of multi-use art space
 
Building the Tactile Dinner Car in the workshop.

Building the Tactile Dinner Car in the workshop.

Banished? Productions, Washington DC                                2005 - 2015

Producer, Technical Director                                            

  • Led construction, load-in and rigging of scenery and props for 501c3 avant-pop performance company

  • Supervised set, light, and stage crew for tech/dress rehearsals and performances

  • Designed and constructed properties and scenery and managed sophisticated  audio and video installations

  • Served as advisor on board of directors