I'm Asia Fontanarosa, a determined graduate with a BA in English Literature and Drama from University College Dublin. I completed a three-year program in English Literature and Drama and I am highly motivated to build a foundation of experience in media content, writing, and the Irish cultural movement. I bring hands-on theatre, video, and audio editing experience from university productions and volunteering, and I enjoy collaborating in teams to bring stories to life. My background spans theatre production, writing across plays and short stories, and practical work in video/audio editing and stage management. I am a proactive team player who can organize schedules, lead projects, and contribute creatively to content production. I’m excited to continue growing within the media and performance sectors and to contribute to cultural storytelling.

Asia Fontanarosa

I'm Asia Fontanarosa, a determined graduate with a BA in English Literature and Drama from University College Dublin. I completed a three-year program in English Literature and Drama and I am highly motivated to build a foundation of experience in media content, writing, and the Irish cultural movement. I bring hands-on theatre, video, and audio editing experience from university productions and volunteering, and I enjoy collaborating in teams to bring stories to life. My background spans theatre production, writing across plays and short stories, and practical work in video/audio editing and stage management. I am a proactive team player who can organize schedules, lead projects, and contribute creatively to content production. I’m excited to continue growing within the media and performance sectors and to contribute to cultural storytelling.

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I’m Asia Fontanarosa, a determined graduate with a BA in English Literature and Drama from University College Dublin. I completed a three-year program in English Literature and Drama and I am highly motivated to build a foundation of experience in media content, writing, and the Irish cultural movement. I bring hands-on theatre, video, and audio editing experience from university productions and volunteering, and I enjoy collaborating in teams to bring stories to life.

My background spans theatre production, writing across plays and short stories, and practical work in video/audio editing and stage management. I am a proactive team player who can organize schedules, lead projects, and contribute creatively to content production. I’m excited to continue growing within the media and performance sectors and to contribute to cultural storytelling.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Director/Writer at UCD Drama Society Theatre
April 30, 2025 - August 19, 2025
Directed a play I wrote called 'It’s the End of Times'. Organized schedules for cast and crews, overseeing production activities during the run in March-April 2025.
Volunteer at Dublin Theatre Festival
October 31, 2024 - August 19, 2025
Assisted patrons by answering questions, ushering patrons to their seats, and helping with ticket scanning during the September - October 2024 festival.
Volunteer at Dublin Fringe Festival
September 30, 2024 - August 19, 2025
Ushered people, helped with ticket scanning and customer checklists, assisted with foyer area management before the shows and during intervals, answered customer queries and guided them in September 2024.
Proofreader/Submission Selection at New Word Order
November 30, 2023 - August 19, 2025
Proofread up to 50 short stories and poems for the student magazine, assisted in the selection of stories in November 2023.
Team Member at Zambrero
May 31, 2024 - August 19, 2025
Prepared menu items respecting hygiene procedures for safety. Assigned cleaning duties in dining area, kitchen, and front area. Processed client payments and managed till closing during night shifts, monitored daily task accomplishments from January 2023 to May 2024.
Sales Assistant at Smyths Toy Store
December 31, 2022 - August 19, 2025
Processed client payments, organized till products, stocked shelves, assisted with click-and-collect customer service, priced products from October to December 2022.
Floor Staff at El Grito – Mexican Taqueria
September 30, 2022 - August 19, 2025
Prepared food and assisted kitchen staff, supervised and organized bookings and phone calls, recognized as best staff member for tipping, cleaning duties, took orders, served tables, helped with alcoholic drinks, presented as example of excellent service in staff meetings from October 2021 to September 2022.
Freelance Video Editor at Self-employed
September 30, 2021 - August 19, 2025
Edited, cut, and rendered raw material using Adobe Premiere and Photoshop with certificates. Edited video for Instagram ads/stories and soccer matches and used sound design tools from June to September 2021.
Team Member at Zambrero
January 1, 2023 - May 1, 2024
Prepared items for clients, adhered to hygiene procedures near food areas, performed cleaning duties, assisted with till closures, and supported smooth daily operations.
Sales Assistant at Smyth's Toys Store
October 1, 2022 - December 1, 2022
Processed client payments, organized tills, stocked products, and delivered customer service.
Floor Staff at El Grito – Mexican Taqueria
October 1, 2021 - September 1, 2022
Managed customer bookings and orders, served guests, assisted with cash handling.
Freelance Video Editor at Freelance
June 1, 2021 - September 1, 2021
Edited video material, created social content (Instagram ads/stories), used sound design tools.
Playwright/Director at UCD Drama Society Theatre
March 1, 2025 - April 1, 2025
Led leadership efforts, directed a play I wrote, planned schedule and rehearsals for cast and crew.
Volunteer Front of House at Dublin Theatre Festival
September 1, 2024 - October 1, 2024
Assisted patrons with questions, ushered to seats, and helped with ticket scanning.
Volunteer Front of House at Dublin Fringe Festival
September 1, 2024 - October 1, 2024
Ushers, ticket scanning, and general patron assistance.
Volunteer Sound Technician at Sean O’Casey Theatre
June 1, 2025 - July 1, 2025
Displayed audio mixing skills with multi-play setups; created an audio cue playlist for the show.

Education

BA English Literature and Drama at University College Dublin
September 1, 2021 - May 31, 2024
Leaving Cert Liceo Artistico Bocciono at Liceo Artistico Bocciono
January 1, 2015 - January 1, 2021
BA English Literature and Drama at University College Dublin
September 1, 2021 - May 1, 2024
Digital Video Using Premiere Pro at Solas College
July 1, 2025 - August 1, 2025
Certificate in Adobe Premiere Pro at GSA / Gaity Acting School
October 1, 2024 - June 1, 2025

Qualifications

Adobe Premiere Pro Certification
January 11, 2030 - March 27, 2026

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Retail, Education, Non-Profit Organization, Travel & Hospitality, Professional Services