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I'm a versatile and motivated actor with 7 years of experience in the theatre industry. I bring a strong collaborative mindset and a track record across the theatre ecosystem, from stage to classroom and front-of-house. I'm passionate about developing technical skills and expanding my contributions to production, education, and community engagement. Outside the theatre, I have leadership experience in teaching, event planning, and customer service. I excel in fast-paced environments, thrive on teamwork, and stay approachable and positive even on long days. I'm excited to continue growing skillset while supporting the team I am a member of.…I'm a versatile and motivated actor with 7 years of experience in the theatre industry. I bring a strong collaborative mindset and a track record across the theatre ecosystem, from stage to classroom and front-of-house. I'm passionate about developing technical skills and expanding my contributions to production, education, and community engagement. Outside the theatre, I have leadership experience in teaching, event planning, and customer service. I excel in fast-paced environments, thrive on teamwork, and stay approachable and positive even on long days. I'm excited to continue growing skillset while supporting the team I am a member of.

Ellen Nikbakht

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I'm a versatile and motivated actor with 7 years of experience in the theatre industry. I bring a strong collaborative mindset and a track record across the theatre ecosystem, from stage to classroom and front-of-house. I'm passionate about developing technical skills and expanding my contributions to production, education, and community engagement. Outside the theatre, I have leadership experience in teaching, event planning, and customer service. I excel in fast-paced environments, thrive on teamwork, and stay approachable and positive even on long days. I'm excited to continue growing skillset while supporting the team I am a member of.…I'm a versatile and motivated actor with 7 years of experience in the theatre industry. I bring a strong collaborative mindset and a track record across the theatre ecosystem, from stage to classroom and front-of-house. I'm passionate about developing technical skills and expanding my contributions to production, education, and community engagement. Outside the theatre, I have leadership experience in teaching, event planning, and customer service. I excel in fast-paced environments, thrive on teamwork, and stay approachable and positive even on long days. I'm excited to continue growing skillset while supporting the team I am a member of.

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I’m a versatile and motivated actor with 7 years of experience in the theatre industry. I bring a strong collaborative mindset and a track record across the theatre ecosystem, from stage to classroom and front-of-house. I’m passionate about developing technical skills and expanding my contributions to production, education, and community engagement.

Outside the theatre, I have leadership experience in teaching, event planning, and customer service. I excel in fast-paced environments, thrive on teamwork, and stay approachable and positive even on long days. I’m excited to continue growing skillset while supporting the team I am a member of.

Skills

Experience Level

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Intermediate

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Intermediate

Intermediate

DaVinci Resolve Studio

Beginner

GarageBand

Beginner

Language

English

Fluent

Work Experience

Teacher at University of California San Diego

January 1, 2022 - January 1, 2024

Taught Public Speaking and Introduction to Acting for two years at a top research institution. Planning and leading undergraduate student courses, grading, and administering exams.

Actor at Various Theatre Companies

January 1, 2014 - Present

Contracts at regional theatres across the country including Oregon Shakespeare Festival, Pasadena Playhouse, Kansas City Repertory Theatre, Clarence Brown Theatre, Playhouse on the Square, and River & Rail Theatre Co.

Production Manager at River & Rail Theatre Co.

January 1, 2017 - Present

Hands-on production manager for a newly established professional theatre company. Organized ticket donations to local school groups, charities, and non-profits. Assembled and struck set pieces. Arranged ushers for every performance. Ran ticket booth, will call, and concessions.

Paysan at Paysan

January 1, 2019 - Present

Customer service associate working the counter of a local bakery. Responsible for clean and orderly front of house presentation, collaboration between bakers, and proficiency of efficient work in a small area with many moving parts.

Host at Balter Beerworks

January 1, 2018 - Present

Host at brewhouse restaurant. Duties include welcoming guests, managing and organizing tables to benefit kitchen and waitstaff accordingly, knowledge of brewing and beer qualities, taking phone takeout orders, bussing waitstaff’s tables, and cleaning bathrooms and dining floor.

Acting Teacher at Knoxville Children’s Theatre

January 1, 2017 - Present

Teacher for two acting classes ranging from students 4 to 5 and 10 to 11 years old. Composed emails to parents, prepared lesson plans according to class curriculum, fostered a safe and creative working environment, organized showcase for friends and family of students. Opening and closing duties.

Theatre Class Instructor at Madonna Learning Center

January 1, 2015 - Present

Assisted at an after school theatre camp for children with learning disabilities.