Lauren Cappadona

Lauren Cappadona -- - Hasbrouck Heights, New Jersey 07604 OBJECTIVE:​ To participate in a work or internship program that will help me learn more about marketing and public relations as the industry continues to grow. EDUCATION Fairleigh Dickinson University (FDU), Florham Campus, ​Madison, NJ, USA ● Bachelor of the Arts in Theater Studies, Anticipated Graduation in May 2021 ● Master of the Arts in Elementary Education, Anticipated Graduation in May 2022 ● 3.78 GPA, Academic Honors List Student Wroxton College, ​Wroxton, United Kingdom,​ Fall 2019 ● Spent a semester learning in a different country and adapting to cultural differences through travel and education. RELEVANT WORK, INTERNSHIP, & LEADERSHIP EXPERIENCE Co-Public Relations Head, ​FDU Theatre Department, Madison, NJ. ​April 2020-Present ● Manage Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram accounts (@fdutheatre) and news sites. ● Create unique and engaging posts to advertise shows as best as possible during a virtual semester. ● Quickly spread information and address issues as needed Public Relations Head. ​Hasbrouck Heights Swim Club, Hasbrouck Heights, NJ. M ​ ay 2017-Present ● Create posts for and manage Facebook and Instagram Accounts (@hhswimclub) ● Assist Board of Trustees in planning, promoting, and executing events Co-Public Relations Chairman, ​Phi Sigma Sigma at FDU, Madison, NJ. ​Spring 2019-December 2020 ● Assist in running and creating content for sorority Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter accounts (@phisigsig_fdu) ● Address questions about the organization that are asked through the account and deal with emergent situations ● Ran successful virtual fundraisers taking place through social media Social Media Manager, ​Kappa Delta Pi Honors Society, Fairleigh Dickinson University,​ August 2020-Present. ● Manage newly created Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter accounts (@kdpfdu) ● Create engaging promotional content for our newly founded chapter to gain recognition Administration & Marketing Intern. ​Porchlight Productions, Glen Rock, NJ. ​July-August 2019 ● Completed tasks necessary for running a theatre, such as taking inventories and maintaining the space. ● Prepared weekly camps for a showcase each week through ticketing, technical elements, and marketing ● Prepared scripts, music, and other materials for full productions throughout the school year. Production Stage Manager for ​Possibilities, ​FDU Theatre Department Children’s Theatre, Madison, NJ. ​Aug.-Nov. 2020 ● Adapted a typically live performance into a virtual filmed format ● Communicated with theatre, film, and production departments as well as actors to navigate the process smoothly ● Quickly solved problems unique to the virtual format that arose Production Stage Manager for ​In Real Life. ​FDU Theatre Department, Madison, NJ. ​January-March 2019 ● Worked with department heads, directors, and a student cast and crew to stage the pilot production of a new play ● Communicated with cast and crew to ensure that all technical and artistic duties are being completed ● Solved problems quickly during rehearsal and performance to make the show run as smoothly as possible Artistic Director, ​Fairleigh Dramatics, Student Theatre Organization at FDU, Madison, NJ. ​May 2020-Present ● Serve as President of the Organization and oversee duties of board and members ● Work to present and original and engaging events and productions for all students on campus ● Adapt to changes as they come along given current circumstances Technical Director. ​Fairleigh Dramatics, Student Theatre Organization at FDU, Madison NJ. ​May 2018-May 2019 ● Oversaw all technical aspects of productions ● Worked with executive board to improve club and plan events ● Assigned crew positions for productions Resident’s Assistant. ​Fairleigh Dickinson University, Madison, NJ. ​January-May 2019 ● Ensured safety of resident students at all times ● Used and gained crisis management skills to handle any issues in the residence halls ● Acted as a positive role model for students all over campus Head Dive Team Coach. ​Hasbrouck Heights Swim Club, Hasbrouck Heights, NJ. ​Summer 2018 & 2019 ● Taught children ages 5-18 basic and advanced diving techniques as well as safety ● Communicated with other coaches schedule meets and organize meet paperwork ● Informed parents, divers, and management of important team changes Pool Manager. ​Hasbrouck Heights Swim Club, Hasbrouck Heights, NJ. A ​ ugust 2019 ● Led pool staff in conducting day to day functions of the swim club, such as opening and closing duties ● Used and gained crisis management and problem solving skills to respond to emergencies and ensure safety ● Completed daily reports for the state of NJ and answered any questions from members in person or on the phone RELEVANT SKILLS: ​ Microsoft Office, Photoshop, Social Media, iMovie, QLab Operation, ION Light Board Operation, Construction, CPR, First Aid, Stage Combat, Swimming, Makeup Design, Dancing, Acting, Singing, Painting, Reads Music, Clarinet, Saxophone, Zoom ​