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Isabel Brodie

Summary

Ambitious and motivated theatre practitioner looking for a permanent role in arts education and participation.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience
7
7
years of post-secondary education

Work History

Production manager

Ciné Schools
01.2024 - 07.2024
  • Delivered the Ciné Schools film making curriculum in primary schools in and around Richmond
  • Created my own resources and activities to tailor sessions to individual groups
  • Managed the production schedule for short film shoots
  • Edited footage for screenings and festival submissions
  • Maintained excellent knowledge of safeguarding procedures
  • Communicated effectively with colleagues, visiting tutors, school staff and caregivers


Workshop leader

Sparks Film School
11.2022 - 03.2024
  • Delivered creative workshops to children and young people aged 6 - 18 in a variety of settings
  • Fostered a supportive learning atmosphere, promoting active participation from all attendees
  • Tailored workshop content to cater individual needs and abilities of participants

Teaching assistant in special educational needs

Perseid School
09.2021 - 06.2022
  • Provided a safe, positive learning environment for students with varying disabilities
  • Assisted in implementing individualised education plans to cater to each student's unique needs
  • Worked with students 1:1 and as part of a whole class
  • Facilitated communication between students, caregivers and staff to ensure understanding of progress and goals

Receptionist

Bellamy's Restaurant
08.2019 - 07.2021
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by efficiently managing all front desk enquiries
  • Managed bookings across multiple online platforms
  • Communicated effectively in person, on the phone and via email
  • Maintained an organised, clean and inviting reception area for customers
  • Responsible for taking payments, managing the till and collating staff expenses

Additional teaching experience

Various
01.2010 - 09.2024
  • Freelance work teaching drama, film making and musical theatre
  • Previous employers include: Stagecoach, Jigsaw Performing Arts, MN Academy and Theatretrain

Front of house assistant

Shaw Theatre
11.2022 - Current
  • Worked across a wide range of events including theatre, music and conferences
  • Enhanced customer experience by providing warm and friendly service
  • Worked with adaptability to meet the needs of a range of clients
  • Adhered to health and safety and fire regulations

Customer service

Various employers
07.2014 - 09.2024
  • Worked a variety of customer service and front of house positions
  • Past employers include: Artangel, Soho Theatre, Trafalgar Theatre, Leicester Square Theatre and The Art of Banksy
  • Maintained a positive and solutions based attitude, even when working under pressure
  • Worked well as part of a team and developed adaptable communication skills

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Acting

Academy of Live and Recorded Arts
London
09.2016 - 06.2019

Access to Higher Education Diploma - Theatre Arts

City and Islington College
London
11.2013 - 07.2014

A-Levels -

Highdown School and Sixth Form Centre
Reading
09.2011 - 08.2013

GCSEs -

Highdown School and Sixth Form Centre
Reading
09.2009 - 08.2011

Skills

  • Excellent communication skills
  • Administrative and organisational skills
  • Experience working with children and young people
  • Experience working with people with additional needs
  • Experience working with people from diverse backgrounds
  • Experience facilitating participatory arts workshops
  • Knowledge of safeguarding policies and procedures

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Production manager

Ciné Schools
01.2024 - 07.2024

Workshop leader

Sparks Film School
11.2022 - 03.2024

Front of house assistant

Shaw Theatre
11.2022 - Current

Teaching assistant in special educational needs

Perseid School
09.2021 - 06.2022

Receptionist

Bellamy's Restaurant
08.2019 - 07.2021

Bachelor of Arts - Acting

Academy of Live and Recorded Arts
09.2016 - 06.2019

Customer service

Various employers
07.2014 - 09.2024

Access to Higher Education Diploma - Theatre Arts

City and Islington College
11.2013 - 07.2014

A-Levels -

Highdown School and Sixth Form Centre
09.2011 - 08.2013

Additional teaching experience

Various
01.2010 - 09.2024

GCSEs -

Highdown School and Sixth Form Centre
09.2009 - 08.2011
Isabel Brodie