My CV

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Education

2003-2006 Liverpool Institute For Performing Arts – BA(hons) Theatre & Performance Technology

2001-2003 Dame Alice Owen’s School, Herts

A level: Design & technology (A) Theatre Studies (A) Physics (D)
AS level: Maths

1998-2001 Palmers Green High School, London

GCSE: 5 A grades, 4 B grades
Maths, English, English Literature, French, Science (double award), Art, IT,  Music

October 2001 – September 2003

Casual Technician, Millfield Theatre, London:
I worked as a regular electrics casual in this professional theatre.  Work included lighting design and programming (Strand 520i desk), followspot, rigging, focusing and lamp maintenance. I worked on two long runs of professional pantomime as well as many one night shows.

May 2001 – present

Stage Crew, Acorn Theatre Company, London:
As a keen member of this stage crew I have taken on the role of crew, followspot, lighting design and operation, sound operator and ASM. I am aware of the health and safety requirements regarding lifiting, storage and general technical work and have learnt many staging techniques such as flying and tripping cloths.

Additional Skills

I have been involved with over 100 shows in the last 4 years and have such a passion for theatre. When not working on a show I try to go and see other works.

I can read music and can play the piano to grade 4 and sing to grade 5. I am very hard working and reliable. An enthusiastic worker, I cope well with responsibility. My key skills include quick thinking and practical problem solving.

I am currently learning to drive and hope to pass this autumn.

I enjoy travelling and have recently visited North America and New Zealand.

References

Joe Stathers-Tracey (Course Leader)
Liverpool Institute for Performing Arts
Mount St. Liverpool, L1 9HF
j.stathers-t@lipa.ac.uk

Crompton Payne (Stage Manager)
Acorn Theatre Company
57 Ridge Road
Winchmore Hill, London, N21 3EJ