Aimée Neale Zappa
Stafford
Summary
Dynamic former NYC theatre professional with extensive experience in casting, as well as producing, stage management, and front-of-house operations. Eager to rejoin the creative work force after several years dedicated to raising a family and providing care for a disabled spouse. Excited to leverage a rich background in the performing arts to contribute effectively in a new role. Proven ability to thrive in fast-paced environments while maintaining a focus on collaboration and creativity.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Casting Associate
Liz Woodman Casting
09.2001 - 10.2003
- Served as liaison between agents, casting directors, producers, general managers, company managers, and actors
- Composed and circulated breakdowns
- Managed actor submissions and maintained comprehensive files.
- Maintained knowledge of union-regulated audition procedures and facilitated audition sessions in New York and Los Angeles
- served as primary office contact at showcases and events
- provided general administrative/clerical assistance including but not limited to filing, faxing, photocopying, and reception.
- Notable projects: The Full Monty (Broadway and National Tour); The Acting Company; The Old Globe Theatre; The Alley Theatre
Casting Director
Jump Rope (AEA Staged Reading Starring Andrew McCarthy)
04.2003 - 05.2003
- Oversaw all aspects of casting process, including facilitating auditions, making offers, and negotiating contracts for staged reading of a new play
Casting Director
Charleston Live!
09.2001 - 09.2001
- Oversaw all aspects of casting process, including facilitating auditions, making offers, and negotiating contracts for holiday show in SC
Casting Intern
Tara Rubin Casting
05.2001 - 08.2001
- Provided support in establishing a new casting office, including, but not limited to, creating and maintaining audition schedules, communicating with agents and creative teams, monitoring auditions, circulating breakdowns, managing submissions, and establishing and maintaining a filing system.
- Clerical duties such as reception, filing, faxing, etc.
Supervising Assistant Producer
"Little Women" Pre-Broadway Production
08.2004 - 10.2004
- Provided support to the executive producing team, including, but not limited to, arranging travel, keeping daily producers’ notes, creating and maintaining expense reports, scheduling meetings and supervision, acting as a liaison between producers and the cast/creative team, and overseeing opening night VIP guest lists.
- Supervised student production assistants and worked closely with company managers to ensure company well-being.
Assistant to the CEO
Networks Presentations/Networks on Tour
10.2003 - 09.2004
- Ran day to day operations for office of the CEO/Executive Producer including clerical work, reception, and customer service
- Managed all executive communications and maintained records for reference
- Coordinated daily schedules and organized all travel arrangements for the CEO
- Oversaw communications between CEO's office and other departments.
- Streamlined meetings by preparing agendas, taking minutes, and overseeing follow-up actions as directed.
- Provided hiring support by screening resumes and conducting preliminary interviews, and sharing feedback on candidates.
- Oversaw event planning and VIP guest lists.
Rentals Manager
Networks Presentations/Networks on Tour
10.2004 - 10.2005
- Maintained inventory for sets and costumes from former tours for purposes of rental to regional theatres.
- Communicated with producers to negotiate contracts and maintain integrity and quality of rental pieces from start to finish.
Assistant Stage Manager, The Woman in Black
The Woman Company, LLC (101 Productions)
05.2001 - 07.2001
- Attended all rehearsals and established working order for all shifts.
- Supervised production assistants/crew in preset and backstage activity.
- Assisted/substituted for Production Stage Manager in daily duties (running, show, writing/circulating daily performance reports, maintaining schedules, etc.).
- Served as liaison between management and cast/crew
Front of House Staff/Cash Supervisor
42nd Street on Broadway, Spectrum Entertainment
04.2001 - 10.2003
Sales Associate
Disney Theatrical Merchandising
04.1998 - 02.2001
Featured Performer/Dance Captain
The Music of Andrew Lloyd Webber National Tour
11.1999 - 11.2000
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Theatre
University of Mary Washington
Fredericksburg, VA05-1999
Skills
- Computer and technology proficient; typing (85-90 wpm)
- Writing
- Ability to read music
- Hospitality/Customer Service
- Strong organizational skills
- Friendly
- Creative
- Self motivated
- Sense of humor
- Multitasking
- Social media
Timeline
Rentals Manager
Networks Presentations/Networks on Tour
10.2004 - 10.2005
Supervising Assistant Producer
"Little Women" Pre-Broadway Production
08.2004 - 10.2004
Assistant to the CEO
Networks Presentations/Networks on Tour
10.2003 - 09.2004
Casting Director
Jump Rope (AEA Staged Reading Starring Andrew McCarthy)
04.2003 - 05.2003
Casting Associate
Liz Woodman Casting
09.2001 - 10.2003
Casting Director
Charleston Live!
09.2001 - 09.2001
Casting Intern
Tara Rubin Casting
05.2001 - 08.2001
Assistant Stage Manager, The Woman in Black
The Woman Company, LLC (101 Productions)
05.2001 - 07.2001
Front of House Staff/Cash Supervisor
42nd Street on Broadway, Spectrum Entertainment
04.2001 - 10.2003
Featured Performer/Dance Captain
The Music of Andrew Lloyd Webber National Tour
11.1999 - 11.2000
Sales Associate
Disney Theatrical Merchandising
04.1998 - 02.2001
Bachelor of Arts - Theatre
University of Mary Washington