Kyle M. Stafford

Kyle M. Stafford

Founder/Artistic Director

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  • Timeline

  • About me

    Student Director & Theatre Management Student at DePaul University

  • Education

    • DePaul University

      2023 - 2027
      Bachelor of Fine Arts - BFA Theatre/Theatre Arts Management

      Activities and Societies: Director of LIZ SWADOS PROJECT (Fall 2024) Co-Creator, First Year FLOPS! (2023-present) Blue Demon Theatre, Assistant Director of MOVIE MUSICAL CABARET (Fall 2023) Assistant Director of CHAMBER (Winter 2024) BFA in Theatre Management

    • Orange County School of the Arts

      2017 - 2023
      Acting/Musical Theatre

      Activities and Societies: Acting Conservatory: 2017-2022 Musical Theatre: 2022-2023 Leadership Class: 2021-2023 Unplugged Caroling Group: 2022-2023 --Enrolled in classes such as:ACT Shakespeare IIACT Advanced Movement WorkshopMT Senior CapstoneMT Contemporary Vocal Styles

  • Experience

    • Act One Project

      Jan 2021 - Oct 2024
      Founder/Artistic Director

      -Presented 6 performances for 50 Southern California performers ("Act One Project Alumni").-Led Box Office/Marketing initiatives that sold out every performance opportunity.-Collaborated with industry professionals to provide expert-insight and guidance for teenage performers.-Implemented Intimacy and Dramaturgical practices into rehearsal processes, exposing young actors to current industry practices.

    • Starbucks

      Jul 2021 - Aug 2024
      Barista / Barista Trainer

      -Enhanced customer experience by greeting 100+ customers per shift.-Learned and executed 200+ recipes from Starbucks core menu.-Presented customers with drink recommendations or modifications to better curate the Starbucks experience.-Resolved customer issues in often high-pressure settings while balancing competing priorities.-Facilitated training processes for 5 baristas.

    • INTERNATIONAL VOICES PROJECT

      Mar 2024 - Nov 2024
      Festival Intern

      -Assisted day-to-day operations of International Voices Project, including 5 staged-readings.-Initiated marketing campaigns on social media platforms, notably Instagram.-Improved follower count by 150% and post engagement by 400%-Increased funding through establishing on-site donation locations.

    • DePaul University

      Sept 2024 - now
      Student Assistant - Freshmen Admissions

      -Served as an Ambassador of DePaul University for prospective students and families-Familiarized self with university offerings to direct visitors and current DePaul students to appropriate locations.-Facilitated tour distribution for team of 20 tour guides, and up-to 70 guests.-Registered and introduced prospective students to DePaul's admission system.-Completed long-term projects and initiatives in an office setting.

  • Licenses & Certifications

    • HOBY California 2021 - Ambassador

      HOBY California
      Jun 2021
  • Volunteer Experience

    • College Ambassador

      Issued by Goodman Theatre on Sept 2024
      Goodman TheatreAssociated with Kyle M. Stafford
    • Finance Manager

      Issued by Prototypes New-Work Festival on Aug 2024
      Prototypes New-Work FestivalAssociated with Kyle M. Stafford
    • Head of Marketing Strategy

      Issued by Apricus Arts Inc. on Oct 2020
      Apricus Arts Inc.Associated with Kyle M. Stafford