Carole Shinkfield
Frodsham,Cheshire
Summary
Highly organised and driven. Prepared to work independently as well as being an effective collaborator. A strong foundation in amateur theatre as Director, Assistant Director and Production Assistant. Recent work in a professional setting with JB Shorts (53Two) as an Assistant Director. Ability to co-ordinate and manage rehearsals and production teams. Equipped with relevant transferable skills in project delivery and communication.
Overview
41
41
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work History
Consultant -Performing Arts
Hope Academy
Newton-le-Willows, St. Helens
09.2015 - 06.2016
- Working with new member of staff supporting them with their GCSE and A Level teaching.
- Responsible for the school production.
Head of Creative Arts
Hope Academy
Newton-le-Willows, St. Helens
09.2011 - 08.2015
- Managed a team of six across four curriculum areas within the Creative Arts Faculty.
- Directed and produced school productions and the Faculty showcase.
- Managed the Creative Arts budget.
- Attended middle management meetings.
- Taught KS3, GCSE Drama , A Level Theatre Studies, BTEC Performing Arts.
- Responsible for the organisation of all theatre visits.
- Collaborated with outside professional theatre companies.
Head of Creative Arts
St Helens LEA
Newton-le-Willows, Merseyside
09.1999 - 08.2011
- Managed team of four within the Faculty.
- Managed the Faculty budget.
- Directed and produced all extra curricular activities within the Drama department including school productions.
- Worked with National Theatre Connections and Shakespeare Schools Festival,
- Drama residentials both in Wales in collaboration with Off The Ground Theatre Company and at the Moscow Arts Theatre in collaboration with Central School of Speech and Drama
- Taught GCSE, A Level and BTEC Performing Arts.
- Mentored new members of staff within the Drama department.
- Gifted and Talented Coordinator.
- Collaborated with visiting artists from the BBC
Performing Arts Co-Ordinator
Wigan LEA
Leigh, Lancashire
04.1992 - 08.1999
- Managed a team of two.
- Co-ordinated all Performing Arts Projects, including two major productions each year.
- Collaborated with the Advisory Team.
- Devised schemes of work for both year groups.
Drama Lecturer
Wigan LEA
Wigan, Greater Manchester
01.1990 - 03.1992
- Taught A Level and BTEC courses.
- Responsible for in course productions.
- Advised students on academic progress to ensure positive results.
Head of Drama
St Helens LEA
Newton - le Willows, Merseyside
09.1981 - 12.1989
- Led the drama department, improving overall quality of performances.
- Developed curriculum for enhanced student engagement in drama studies.
- Cultivated a creative environment, fostering innovative theatre productions.
- Coordinated technical aspects of productions to ensure smooth performances.
- Collaborated with other department heads for interdisciplinary projects.
- Directed annual school plays with high levels of audience appreciation.
- Managed budgeting for all drama productions, ensuring cost effectiveness.
- Advised on set design contributing to visually appealing performances.
- Led rehearsals ensuring optimal preparation for final performance.
- Evaluated students' work and provided constructive feedback to guide improvement.
- Planned external visits to broaden students' cultural awareness.
I/C Drama
Lancashire LEA
Darwen, Lancashire
09.1977 - 08.1981
- Organised school plays for enhanced learning through practical application.
- Conducted regular parent-teacher meetings to discuss student progress and potential improvements.
- Developed engaging lesson plans to promote creativity, critical thinking and self-confidence in students.
- Coordinated field trips to local theatres for exposure to professional performances.
- Incorporated elements of stagecraft like set design, costumes, lighting into lessons.
- Facilitated workshops on topics like character development, script analysis or movement techniques.
I/C Drama
Doncaster LEA
Doncaster, South Yorkshire
09.1975 - 08.1979
- Organised school plays for enhanced learning through practical application.
- Conducted regular parent-teacher meetings to discuss student progress and potential improvements.
- Coordinated field trips to local theatres for exposure to professional performances.
- Encouraged student participation in school performances and productions.
- Used behaviour management techniques to maintain productive learning environments.
- Organised trips to theatres, shows and exhibits to enhance subject engagement.
Education
Master of Arts - Theatre Directing
The Arden School of Theatre
Manchester 09.2023 - 07.2024
Certificate of Education - Drama/History/Education
Doncaster College of Education
Doncaster 09.1972 - 07.1975
Skills
- Production planning
- Creative & technical decision making
- Production support
- Effective leader
- Budget coordination
- Administration Skills
Certification
Approved AQA Moderator 2024
Timeline
Master of Arts - Theatre Directing
The Arden School of Theatre
09.2023 - 07.2024
Consultant -Performing Arts
Hope Academy
09.2015 - 06.2016
Head of Creative Arts
Hope Academy
09.2011 - 08.2015
Head of Creative Arts
St Helens LEA
09.1999 - 08.2011
Performing Arts Co-Ordinator
Wigan LEA
04.1992 - 08.1999
Drama Lecturer
Wigan LEA
01.1990 - 03.1992
Head of Drama
St Helens LEA
09.1981 - 12.1989
I/C Drama
Lancashire LEA
09.1977 - 08.1981
I/C Drama
Doncaster LEA
09.1975 - 08.1979
Certificate of Education - Drama/History/Education
Doncaster College of Education
09.1972 - 07.1975
Approved AQA Moderator 2024
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