Emma Wilson

Experience

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  Debutots

  Jun 2012 - Aug 2013

  Early Years Drama Facilitator

  Working initially as a volunteer and then as a facilitator, I assisted with a series of drama schemes in Belfast, Bangor, Hillsborough and Lisburn for children of a primary school age. Here I was involved in the creation of several short theatre pieces with a particular focus on music, movement and storytelling throughout each week long project involving puppetry, song, dance, costume, arts/crafts and more.

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  Rascals Day Nursery

  Aug 2012 - Sept 2014

  Preschool Unit Assistant

  Working with children of a preschool age allowed me to use my creativity and energy to develop educational and stimulatory activities for children of a wide range of cultures and capabilities in a busy environment. My background in drama allowed me to promote learning through play and explore avenues such as multi-sensory play, art, music, movement, storytelling and more. This position required both unwavering energy and an upbeat attitude alongside an awareness of all health and safety regulations including child protection. Show less

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  Licensed Child Chaperone

  Jun 2013 - now

  Licensed Child Chaperone

  I am trained in Safeguarding Children who Perform by the Education Authority and Child Protection Support Services for Schools. I have chaperoned children and young people in conjunction with The Grand Opera House Belfast, The Lyric Theatre Belfast, Belfast School of Performing Arts and National Stage School.

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  Grand Opera House, Belfast

  Sept 2013 - Jan 2014

  Sponsorship and Fundraising Intern

  During my time at the Grand Opera House I assisted with the development and delivery of a collaborative project with 352 Healthcare/Kingsbridge Private Hospital and Arts & Business NI. The project provided a series of theatrical workshops to a number of primary schools across Belfast, allowing each school to host their own pantomime performance with the help of a team of professional actors and drama facilitators. I oversaw the project from conception to completion, designing promotional/educational material and merchandise, coordinating events and liaising with clients, schools and sponsors. Show less

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  Bright Young Things Drama

  Mar 2014 - Mar 2017

  Creative Arts Administrator

  Bright Young Things is an award-winning drama school for 3-18 year olds across Northern Ireland. As Creative Arts Administrator I managed a busy office and the administration behind this energetic company. My main duties included digital marketing, maintaining numerous social media platforms, seeking promotional opportunities, developing marketing campaigns, managing email communications alongside creating and maintaining databases and mailing lists. I was required to have a thorough awareness of safeguarding policy and procedure for our pupils, parents and small team of freelance facilitators. In my time at Bright Young Things I was responsible for compiling a company handbook as well as organising and delivering team training days, planning meetings and social events. Show less

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  Belfast Book Festival

  Dec 2014 - Apr 2015

  Volunteer Administrative Assistant

  This voluntary position allowed me an insight into the administration behind the popular Belfast Book Festival with focus on researching artists, developing ideas, creating and maintaining databases and coordinating festival logistics.

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  Cahoots (NI)

  Mar 2016 - now

  Fundraising and Development Manager

  I am responsible for many elements in the fundraising and producing of Cahoots NI's theatrical productions for young audiences, at home in Northern Ireland and on our extensive international touring circuit. Having joined the company as a Business Apprentice in 2016, I quickly gained a BTEC Level 3 Diploma in Business Administration with Creative and Cultural Skills, for which I was named Northern Ireland Apprentice of the Year. Upon completion of my Apprenticeship, I was brought on by Cahoots NI as a full time, permanent employee of the organisation. Before becoming Fundraising and Development Manager in 2023, I was Cahoots’ Creative Engagement Manager for five years. Show less