Cristin Caroff
Ebensburg,PA
Summary
Competent Stage Manager with 9 years of success in synchronizing schedules, resources and assets to provide extraordinary production operations. Proficient in maintaining the intended style and visual concepts of all performance and technical details. Professional and upbeat when communicating changes to cast and crew members.
Overview
33
33
years of professional experience
Work History
Ordained Minister
Self Employed Services
05.2016 - Current
- Performs Weddings
- (this is a part time position)
Stage Manager
Cresson Lake Playhouse
01.2016 - 05.2024
- Oversaw successful execution of technical cues during live performances, ensuring seamless transitions between scenes.
- Enforced safety measures due to potential stage equipment hazards.
- Managed resources effectively, ensuring timely setup and breakdown of stage equipment.
- Ensured continuity in performances by maintaining detailed records of blocking notes, prop placements, and costume changes.
- Collaborated with directors and producers to achieve desired artistic vision for productions.
- Streamlined communication between departments for smoother rehearsal and production processes.
- Provided strong leadership under high-pressure situations while prioritizing the well-being of all team members involved.
- Organized rehearsals schedules, maximizing productivity and minimizing conflicts among cast members and crew.
- Worked with director to develop effective use of rehearsal times.
Assistant Stage Manager
Central Cambria High School
09.2015 - 11.2023
- Managed backstage activities, contributing to seamless transitions between scenes during live productions.
- Supported the Stage Manager with daily tasks, resulting in a smoother running production process.
- Helped actors and crew remain focused and attentive during shows.
- Contributed to a safe working environment by maintaining proper backstage protocols and procedures.
- Ensured on-time set changes by efficiently organizing crew members and delegating tasks accordingly.
- Helped with actor, scene and prop blocking.
- Assisted in problem-solving during technical rehearsals, leading to more polished final performances.
- Coordinated paperwork for stage manager and production team.
- Enhanced show quality by ensuring timely execution of scene changes and prop management.
- Facilitated clear communication between directors, actors, and technicians for cohesive collaboration on stage projects.
- Built, placed and moved sets to match specific scenes.
- Aided in reducing technical issues by diligently tracking props, costumes, and set pieces throughout performances.
- Maintained detailed show reports to document any incidents or notes for future reference and improvement.
- Assisted Stage Manager with various administrative tasks such as maintaining contact lists or drafting rehearsal reports, resulting in a well-organized production process.
- Improved cast performance by providing prompt and accurate line notes during rehearsals.
- Provided support during load-in/load-out processes, ensuring a smooth transition from venue to venue during tours or transfers.
- Documented stage manager script suggestions.
- Oversaw the distribution of scripts and other materials to cast members for optimal preparation time before rehearsals began.
- Implemented effective stage blocking techniques for improved audience engagement during performances.
- Assisted in increasing production efficiency by managing rehearsal schedules and coordinating communication between departments.
- Checked lighting and music against production plans and quickly addressed issues.
- Organized auditions and callbacks, streamlining the casting process for productions.
- Developed a strong rapport with actors through consistent communication regarding scheduling updates or script revisions as needed.
- Achieved successful performances by remaining attentive and responsive to the needs of the cast, crew, and production team throughout the entire rehearsal and show run process.
- Collaborated with lighting designers on cue placement, resulting in visually stunning shows that complemented the storylines effectively.
- Coordinated costume fittings with wardrobe department to ensure proper fit and appearance for each actor''s role.
- Worked with director to develop effective use of rehearsal times.
- Maintained reference copies of production designs and distributed.
- Enforced safety measures due to potential stage equipment hazards.
- Prepared rehearsal studio by gathering set furniture, props, and costumes.
- Collaborated with technical crew and cast to safeguard presentation of artistic vision.
- Distributed production scripts to cast members.
- Participated in meetings with producers and production crew to keep program in step with creative vision.
Clerk
Cambria County Courthouse
04.1992 - 09.1997
- Utilized strong multitasking skills to manage multiple priorities and tasks, ensuring timely completion of each assignment.
- Reduced errors in data entry by carefully inputting information into computer systems with attention to detail.
- Improved customer satisfaction by promptly answering inquiries and providing accurate information.
- Managed incoming calls professionally, directing callers to appropriate personnel or taking detailed messages when necessary.
Education
No Degree -
Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania
Slippery Rock, PANo Degree -
PA Academy of Cosmetology
Johnstown, PAHigh School Diploma -
Central Cambria High School
Ebensburg, PA06-1989
Skills
- Team communication
- Managing production logistics
- Supervising staff
- Rehearsal direction
- Safety protocols
- Resource management
- Scheduling meetings and rehearsals
- Script analysis
- Time prioritization
- Strong leadership
- Rehearsal and meeting scheduling
- Stage production management
- Attention to detail
- Schedule management
- Critical thinking
- Strong graphic and visual sense
- Technical supervision
- Production operations
- Administrative functions
- Technical knowledge
- Post-production
- Task delegation
- Online editing
Timeline
Ordained Minister
Self Employed Services
05.2016 - Current
Stage Manager
Cresson Lake Playhouse
01.2016 - 05.2024
Assistant Stage Manager
Central Cambria High School
09.2015 - 11.2023
Clerk
Cambria County Courthouse
04.1992 - 09.1997
No Degree -
Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania
No Degree -
PA Academy of Cosmetology
High School Diploma -
Central Cambria High School
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