Introduction

After growing up in small‐town Northeast Texas and graduating at the top of my class, I pursued further education and was anointed my first degree with Honors from Texas A&M University‐Commerce. I had the good fortune to subsequently serve for six years as a technical theatre director for three of the largest school districts in Texas, successfully growing and developing each program during my respective tenures, before being inspired to expand my capabilities into the digital space. Soon to graduate with another degree, this time in Software Engineering from Western Governors University, I look forward to bringing my optimism, upbeat personality, resourcefulness, and determination to support your solution development team!

Professional Goals

2024 | 76% Completed | Graduate with Bachelor of Science in Software Engineering from Western Governors University

2025 | 34% Completed | Earn professional certificate in Game Theory and/or Game Design

2030 | Research Phase | Publish public/open‐source gamified, accessible, extended‐reality performing arts education solution

Owner, Operator / Phantasmagoria Designs

2023 – Current

• Led expansion within one year of opening from providing solely static 2D digital art creation to additionally include interactive 3D experience and web app design capabilities in the service catalog
• Freelance, commission, and technical drafting services provided via online interface
• Oversee budgetary and financial activities and implement strategies to grow business and profits
• Full automation of sales and delivery processes for all physical products

Director of Theatre / Rancier Middle School

2021 – 2022

• Developed and maintained purchasing, accounting, ticketing, and tracking systems and processes for multiple departments
• Devised and implemented strategies to create new revenue streams and cut operational costs
• Orchestrated license agreements for script, sound, performance rights, talent media releases, and distribution contracts
• Observed tight deadlines, creative restrictions, and strict budgetary controls to avoid waste and streamline costs

Technical Director & UIL Coordinator / Marshall ISD

2019 – 2020

• Successfully coordinated a professional agreement with representatives of Mr. Jason Mraz for educational creative license usage of one of his published pieces at the height of the COVID‐19 crisis
• Identified and approved equipment and elements required for productions, classrooms, and programs
• Coordinated logistics and operations for multiple extracurricular programs concurrently (Teams of 2–525+)
• Developed, assisted with, and facilitated appropriate, efficient, and effective communication among competitive district coaching team of 72 while directing implementation of all applicable COVID–19 guidelines, logistics, and safety directives

Director of Theatre Arts, Auditorium Supervisor / Mount Pleasant ISD

2017 – 2019

• Directed and oversaw auditorium assets, inventory, functions, and logistics including production management and development, emerging brand creation, and box office marketing and operations
• Directed development of pre-pandemic hybrid, in–person, and online training courses with assistance from campus counselors for team members with limited access
• Cultivated strong professional relationships with suppliers and key clients to drive long–term business development
• Evolved outbound sales efforts by incorporating best practices and capitalizing on industry trends
• Led sales planning, development and account management to grow existing accounts and establish new sales accounts

Server, Shift Leader / Chili's Bar & Grill

2016 – 2020

• Ensured customer satisfaction and handled customer complaints in a professional manner
• Provided leadership to servers and other restaurant staff members by setting an example of excellent service
• Assisted with training new servers on company policies and procedures as well as proper food handling techniques
• Resolved conflicts between customers or employees in a timely manner while following company guidelines for dispute resolution

Western Governors University

Expected 10/2024

Bachelor of Science in Software Engineering

• I.T. is Everywhere Scholarship Recipient

Texas A&M University–Commerce

8/2017

Bachelor of Science in Theatre

• Cum Laude, with Honors
• GPA: 3.69
• Minor in Interdisciplinary Studies; Focus in Music and Education
• Honors College Graduate
• Valedictorian Scholarship Recipient
• Vienna, Austria Studies Abroad on Choral Arts
• Designed and Implemented Performing Arts Center Operations Booth Renovation
• Thesis: The Importance of Relative Omniscience in Successful Modern Theatre: An Academic Dissection of “Phantasmagoria,” A Theatrical Production Written and Designed by Jake C. Hood (Né Jace Sturgill)

WGU Front End Developer

AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner

Validation Number 9f98d6a03cf1485ab9cf4d44f3ba4149

ITILv4 Foundation Certified

Candidate Number 9980016826939808

Google Foundations of Project Management

Google Foundations of Cybersecurity

Learn to Program: The Fundamentals | University of Toronto

Google Connect and Protect: Networks and Network Security

Google Play it Safe: Manage Security Risks

Texas Educator: Theatre EC–12

TEA ID 2116690

Director of Advancing Play and Best Technical Crew

March 2022 | UIL Theatre Competition

Employee of the Month

December 2019 | Chili's Grill and Bar