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Hi, I’m Emma Kopf. I’m a dynamic and creative professional with extensive experience in theatre management, playwriting, and event coordination. I thrive on crafting emotionally resonant stories and shaping welcoming, engaging guest experiences in fast-paced cultural environments. I’ve won competitive playwriting awards, directed productions, and led diverse teams from concept to stage. I’m passionate about collaboration, inclusivity, and delivering excellence in all endeavours, while continually exploring new ways to tell meaningful stories through theatre and live events.…Hi, I’m Emma Kopf. I’m a dynamic and creative professional with extensive experience in theatre management, playwriting, and event coordination. I thrive on crafting emotionally resonant stories and shaping welcoming, engaging guest experiences in fast-paced cultural environments. I’ve won competitive playwriting awards, directed productions, and led diverse teams from concept to stage. I’m passionate about collaboration, inclusivity, and delivering excellence in all endeavours, while continually exploring new ways to tell meaningful stories through theatre and live events.

Emma L. Kopf

1st Assistant Director, 2nd Assistant Director, Actor, +7

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Hi, I’m Emma Kopf. I’m a dynamic and creative professional with extensive experience in theatre management, playwriting, and event coordination. I thrive on crafting emotionally resonant stories and shaping welcoming, engaging guest experiences in fast-paced cultural environments. I’ve won competitive playwriting awards, directed productions, and led diverse teams from concept to stage. I’m passionate about collaboration, inclusivity, and delivering excellence in all endeavours, while continually exploring new ways to tell meaningful stories through theatre and live events.…Hi, I’m Emma Kopf. I’m a dynamic and creative professional with extensive experience in theatre management, playwriting, and event coordination. I thrive on crafting emotionally resonant stories and shaping welcoming, engaging guest experiences in fast-paced cultural environments. I’ve won competitive playwriting awards, directed productions, and led diverse teams from concept to stage. I’m passionate about collaboration, inclusivity, and delivering excellence in all endeavours, while continually exploring new ways to tell meaningful stories through theatre and live events.

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Hi, I’m Emma Kopf. I’m a dynamic and creative professional with extensive experience in theatre management, playwriting, and event coordination. I thrive on crafting emotionally resonant stories and shaping welcoming, engaging guest experiences in fast-paced cultural environments.

I’ve won competitive playwriting awards, directed productions, and led diverse teams from concept to stage. I’m passionate about collaboration, inclusivity, and delivering excellence in all endeavours, while continually exploring new ways to tell meaningful stories through theatre and live events.

Skills

Experience Level

Expert

Expert

Expert

Expert

Expert

DaVinci Resolve Studio

Expert

Video Advert

Intermediate

Presentation Design

Intermediate

Adobe Premiere Pro

Intermediate

Language

English

Fluent

Hungarian

Fluent

Work Experience

Freelance Playwright at Self-employed

February 1, 2023 - Present

Developed and consistently produced playtexts with strong screenwriting and narrative design. Staged works including The Betrayal (2023), SpaceEater (2023–2024), Decree of Nullity (2023, returned to stage in 2024), Creator is Present (2024), Crawling on the Floor (2025). Achievements include festival stagings at Colchester and Camden fringes and recognition as University of Essex Playwriting Competition winner in 2023; served as a judge for a playwriting competition in 2024.

Artistic Director at Kraken Theatre Co.

June 30, 2025 - September 11, 2025

Directed actors and creatives with a focus on character arcs and emotional storytelling. Produced multiple plays for theatre festivals including Camden and Colchester Fringe. Managed end-to-end production processes from concept to stage. Chaired monthly company meetings to foster collaboration and strategic planning.

Front of House Duty Manager at Lakeside Theatre

July 31, 2025 - September 11, 2025

Coordinated theatre teams including technicians, companies and marketing for a 200-seat venue; oversaw daily operations, open/close, and event management; addressed guest complaints and managed refunds, maintaining high standards of customer service and problem solving.

Engagement and Inclusivity Officer at Theatre Arts Society, Colchester

October 1, 2024 - July 16, 2025

• Fostered an inclusive and welcoming environment for all society members, actively contributing to community building and engagement with the arts. • Collaborated closely with the president and secretary to lead society initiatives, demonstrating strong creative collaboration and leadership skills • Created and managed a monthly newsletter, effectively communicating arts events and fostering engagement across campus • Organised and participated in volunteering events, promoting active community involvement and outreach

Tour Guide at Korda Film Studios

December 31, 2021 - September 11, 2025

Developed and refined original tour scripts; demonstrated storytelling and dialogue writing to engage diverse audiences; led formative tours daily, effectively communicating film history and interactive content.

Technician at Colchester Fringe Festival

November 1, 2024 - September 11, 2025

Collaborated with multiple theatre companies across three venues to provide technical support. Programmed and operated complex light and sound cues for diverse productions, ensuring seamless technical execution. Assisted with event organization, venue setup, and guest guidance to ensure positive attendee experiences.

Education

Hungarian Matura Exam (A level equivalent) at Bethlen Gábor Elementary and Secondary School

January 11, 2030 - September 11, 2025

Hungarian Matura Exam (A level equivalent). Advanced studies in; Literature, History and English Language. Additional studies in art history, broadening understanding of visual narrative and cultural contexts.

Bachelor of Arts in Drama (First Class Honours) at University of Essex

October 1, 2022 - July 16, 2025

Graduated with first class honours degree, demonstrating academic excellence. Achieved reckognition as 2nd best student in year 2025 and first best student in year 2024, reflecting high performance. Modules include Technical Theatre Arts, Tragedy, Devising and Workshop Techniques, Eco Theatre, Directing Actors for Film, Playwriting, Gender and Sexuality on Stage, Journalism, Creative Writing.