I'm an NYC-based writer and performer with a knack for headlines that hit and copy that sticks. My years in theater, satire, and education imbue my diverse work with heart and a wink of mischief. From witty, short-form content to in-depth profiles, I craft it all with a performer's rhythm–honed for a hungry audience. My work spans collaborative, narrative, and promotional formats, always aiming for clarity, rhythm, and a dash of humor that resonates with diverse audiences.

Avery Bargar

I'm an NYC-based writer and performer with a knack for headlines that hit and copy that sticks. My years in theater, satire, and education imbue my diverse work with heart and a wink of mischief. From witty, short-form content to in-depth profiles, I craft it all with a performer's rhythm–honed for a hungry audience. My work spans collaborative, narrative, and promotional formats, always aiming for clarity, rhythm, and a dash of humor that resonates with diverse audiences.

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I’m an NYC-based writer and performer with a knack for headlines that hit and copy that sticks. My years in theater, satire, and education imbue my diverse work with heart and a wink of mischief. From witty, short-form content to in-depth profiles, I craft it all with a performer’s rhythm–honed for a hungry audience.

My work spans collaborative, narrative, and promotional formats, always aiming for clarity, rhythm, and a dash of humor that resonates with diverse audiences.

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Language

English
Fluent
French
Intermediate

Work Experience

Co-Founder & Writer at Adventure Players Live!
January 1, 2022 - September 22, 2025
Led a successful fundraiser with original messaging and donor communications; Wrote press releases and outreach letters to nonprofits, schools, and libraries; Wrote and performed dozens of interactive children’s shows in a virtual format; Crafted original music, characters, and stories for weekly audiences
Co-Writer, Actor & Publicist at VOYAGE!
January 1, 2022 - Present
Steward a successful crowdfunding campaign for an original show; Compose effective marketing copy to obtain donations and sell tickets; Perform for diverse audiences across the Northeast United States; Write a fast paced musical comedy show and arrange songs for performance
Co-Founder & Writer at Adventure Players Live!
January 1, 2022 - September 22, 2025
Led a successful fundraiser with original messaging and donor communications; Wrote press releases and outreach letters to nonprofits, schools, and libraries; Wrote and performed dozens of interactive children’s shows in a virtual format; Crafted original music, characters, and stories for weekly audiences
Co-Writer, Actor & Publicist at VOYAGE!
January 1, 2022 - Present
Steward a successful crowdfunding campaign for an original show; Compose effective marketing copy to obtain donations and sell tickets; Perform for diverse audiences across the Northeast United States; Write a fast paced musical comedy show and arrange songs for performance
Acting Coach at Commonwealth Shakespeare Company
January 1, 2018 - September 22, 2025
Mentored actors in applying an authentic artistic voice to classical monologues; Instructed apprentices in text analysis of rhetoric and verse
Teaching Artist at Stages On The Sound (NYC)
January 1, 2018 - Present
Compose original theatrical scripts for students across grades K through 8; Teach creative writing, acting, and Shakespeare with an emphasis on clarity and zing
Company Manager at Commonwealth Shakespeare Company
January 1, 2018 - September 22, 2025
Coordinated communication between production and administrative teams; Managed schedules, housing, and logistics for training programs and artists; Facilitated creative collaboration across multiple departments
Acting Coach at Commonwealth Shakespeare Company
January 1, 2018 - September 22, 2025
Mentored actors in applying an authentic artistic voice to classical monologues; Instructed apprentices in text analysis of rhetoric and verse
Teaching Artist at Stages On The Sound
January 1, 2018 - Present
Compose original theatrical scripts for students across grades K through 8; Teach creative writing, acting, and Shakespeare with an emphasis on clarity and zing
Company Manager at Commonwealth Shakespeare Company
January 1, 2018 - September 22, 2025
Coordinated communication between production and administrative teams; Managed schedules, housing, and logistics for training programs and artists; Facilitated creative collaboration across multiple departments
Freelance Writer at Self-employer
January 1, 2013 - Present
Write satire, essays, and poetry for digital and literary outlets; Pitch, develop, and submit original concepts under self-directed deadlines; Collaborate with editors to sharpen tone, structure, and messaging
Freelance Writer
January 1, 2013 - Present
Write satire, essays, and poetry for digital and literary outlets; Pitch, develop, and submit original concepts under self-directed deadlines; Collaborate with editors to sharpen tone, structure, and messaging
Marketing, Press & PR Intern at SpeakEasy Stage Company
January 1, 2009 - September 22, 2025
Cultivated and retained the subscriber base through season-closing outreach; Compiled reviews and audience feedback for use in future marketing campaigns; Directed press, patron, and donor inquiries to appropriate department personnel
Marketing, Press & PR Intern at SpeakEasy Stage Company
January 1, 2009 - September 22, 2025
Cultivated and retained the subscriber base through season-closing outreach; Compiled reviews and audience feedback for use in future marketing campaigns; Directed press, patron, and donor inquiries to appropriate department personnel

Education

B.A. Theatre at Pitzer College
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2012
Certificate in Performance at École Philippe Gaulier
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2010
AWAI Accelerated Direct Response Copywriting Program at AWAI
January 1, 2025 - September 22, 2025
B.A. Theatre at Pitzer College
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2012
Certificate in Performance at École Philippe Gaulier
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2010

Qualifications

Accelerated Direct Response Copywriting Program
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2025
Accelerated Direct Response Copywriting Program
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2025
Certificate in Performance
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2010
AWAI Accelerated Direct Response Copywriting Program
January 1, 2025 - September 22, 2025
Certificate in Performance
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2010
B.A. Theatre
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2012

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Education, Non-Profit Organization, Other