Julianna Garber

Experience

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  Upstage Theater

  Sept 2015 - Aug 2018

  Co-Founder, Producer

  Co-founded Upstage Theater, a teen-run theater company dedicated to providing teens training and experience in all aspects of theater. Managed the business and artistic aspects of the company including company formation, fund raising, budgeting and financial management, artistic management, casting, directing, rights contracting, venue relationship, social media and website design, technical roles including lighting design, board operation, and soundtrack acquisition and production. Awarded Broadwayworld.com – Best Production Performed by Youth for Heathers: The Musical 2016. Show less

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  The Nueva Circle

  Mar 2017 - Aug 2017

  Culture Editor

  The Nueva Circle is a student-run online newspaper, providing students with information on upper school events since 2016. Within its first year as a publication, the Circle grew from a staff of one to a staff of thirty, enlisting students with a diverse range of interests to provide a unique point of view in every article. Although it started with just a Student Life section, the Circle is constantly adding more content, including a Culture section and a Sports section.MissionThe Circle is dedicated to providing students a platform for sharing stories and experiencing events from their peers’ perspectives.For this reason, all students are encouraged to suggest content to the site via the Contact page. Approved content is published on the site and shared with the community.As the Culture Editor, I manage the Culture Section of the Nueva Circle, our online school newspaper, as well as:• Recruiting writers for the Nueva Circle• Editing and producing high quality articles Show less

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  Lush Fresh Handmade Cosmetics North America

  Oct 2017 - Feb 2018

  Sales Associate

  As a Sales Ambassador, I acted as an enthusiastic member of a team. Lush is a company which takes an ethical stance on environmental and fair trade issues while selling natural and handmade vegetarian products. I was able to work while spreading the belief that cosmetic products should be effective, environmental and economical. As an outgoing, bath-loving, free-spirit – I brought a playlist of energetic music to every shift. I assisted in creating a fun work environment every day by keeping the store beautiful, the sales high, my fellow associates inspired, and customers satisfied!My Role:Act as an ambassador for the brand.Treat customers and co-workers with respect.Upkeep the store’s visuals and displays with pride.Actively demonstrate on the shop floor.Naturally approach customers and fluidly determining their needs.Thrive on building lasting customer relationships. Show less

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  TheatreWorks

  Jun 2019 - Aug 2019

  New Works Intern

  Over the course of multiple months, I worked various positions at TheatreWorks Silicon Valley. I began as a Stage Management intern, working hands on with the stage management team for Julia Cho play "The Language Archive". After the opening of the show I began work in the offices, assisting in various tasks for both the Artistic and New Works staff.

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  Blank Space Workshop

  Aug 2019 - May 2022

  Resident Dramaturg

  Conducted research to support new works produced and performed in a workshop setting. Topics ranged from legal analysis of adoption rules, to terminology surrounding illicit drug use, to reproductive rights legislation.

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  Our Digital Stories

  Apr 2020 - May 2022

  Ensemble Member
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  MUSKET

  Jan 2021 - Mar 2021

  Director
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  Multiverse Media

  Aug 2021 - May 2022

  Casting Director

  • Cast and directed talent on auditions for student developed episodic mini-series. • Worked alongside peer directors, producers, and actors in many capacities.• Collaborated with creative teams to bring their artistic vision for a specific project to life.• Scheduled, conducted and directed auditions for all major lead and supporting roles• Edited, uploaded and presented conducted auditions to creative and producing teams

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  Basement Arts

  Aug 2021 - May 2022

  Resident Fight and Intimacy Coordinator

  • Worked alongside peer directors, designers, playwrights, and actors in many capacities.• Collaborated to realize artistic vision and accurate storytelling while maintaining actor safety.• Choreographed repeatable scenes of intimacy and violence between students while cultivating an environment of consent and communication.• Created rituals in space to bookend work as a means to leave difficult or traumatic context and themes within the space of rehearsal.

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  University of Michigan - School of Music, Theatre & Dance

  Sept 2021 - Nov 2021

  Associate Director

  Associate Director to Matthew Kunkle on "Considering Matthew Shepard" an oratorio presented at the University of Michigan Museum of Art (UMMA) and on PBS Detroit.• Worked alongside a professional award-winning director, conductor, designers, and actors in many capacities.• Collaborated with creative teams to bring their artistic vision to life.• Independently scheduled, conducted and directed rehearsals with a choir of 40+ students.• Maintained rehearsal book with comprehensive breakdowns of blocking and choreography throughout the rehearsal and performance process.• Utilized online databases to share rehearsal information and videos with the ensemble. • Ensured actor, creative, and crew safety by enforcing masking policies, sustaining a crew of over 60 people without a single COVID case. • Recorded notes for brainstorming, planning, and creative meetings to be shared amongst the production and artistic teams. Show less

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  Gretchen Whitmer for Governor

  May 2022 - Nov 2022

  Multimedia Producer

  • Managed multiple simultaneous video and photo projects from concept to delivery.• Maintained post production workflow and equipment.• Catalogued and serviced production equipment. • Operated cameras, edited and assembled footage.

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  The Bronx Defenders

  Mar 2023 - Apr 2024

  Communications Associate

  • Created social media strategies and toolkits featuring engaging visual assets, including captivating graphics, dynamic short videos, and informative infographics.• Fostered collaborative relationships with lawyers, advocates, and managing directors to develop and promote compelling strategic campaigns via social media accounts, email outreach, and press relations.• Managed company-wide editorial calendar, meticulously tracking and coordinating communications activities to ensure a cohesive and impactful brand presence. Maintained meticulously curated press lists and comprehensive clip archives, facilitating seamless media relations and leveraging strong writing and editing skills to draft and review written material.• Photographed and documented live events and provided real-time social media updates and press support. Show less

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  Colin Allred for Senate

  May 2024 - Nov 2024

  Director of Video

  • Built a 150k following on Tik Tok, the largest of any non-presidential campaign, amassing over 4M likes and nearly 30M total views on over 100 posts in 6 months.• Oversaw a team of video producers, editors, and support staff to deliver high-quality, rapid response multimedia content.• Executed a comprehensive video strategy to support campaign objectives, analyzing performance metrics and audience insights to refine efforts on key platforms.• Collaborated with prominent surrogates, including elected officials, community leaders, and influencers to produce compelling video content aligned with campaign tone and messaging. Show less