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Hi, I’m Joanne Tracey Heaton. I bring 10+ years of coordinating international film and arts projects, blending creativity with strong logistical know-how to keep complex productions on track across borders. I’m a cross-cultural communicator who thrives in collaborative, fast-paced environments and I have a dual background in education and media production.
With experience ranging from classroom programs to feature films and arts festivals, I excel at stakeholder liaison, project delivery, and hands-on production work. I’m passionate about storytelling, community engagement, and building bridges between creative teams and local communities.
Experience Level
Language
English
Fluent
Work Experience
AP Comparative Government & Social Studies Teacher at St. Michaels School
August 1, 2026 - PresentInstructed AP Comparative Government and Politics with a focus on comparative political analysis and evidence-based argumentation. Developed tailored lesson plans and comparative case studies to enhance critical thinking and prepare students for success.
Media Making Teacher, Film and Photography at Regent School Crans-Montana
July 1, 2023 - August 1, 2023Guided students through media production courses including magazine layouts, short films, and photography projects. Developed customized lesson plans integrating media theory (media language, representation, audience, industry) with practical production work. Supervised engaging activities and expeditions to enhance student engagement beyond the classroom.
IGCSE World Literature / Language Arts Teacher at Saint George School
August 1, 2022 - July 1, 2023Designed inquiry-based lesson plans and delivered IGCSE curriculum to Grade 9 students.
IELTS Preparation Instructor at Eastern International University
September 1, 2019 - September 1, 2020Prepared university students for IELTS exams focusing on academic writing.
Lecturer, Foundation Program at German University of Technology (GUtech), Oman
October 1, 2013 - February 1, 2017Taught IELTS prep and academic writing to undergraduate students. Served on the Academic Committee for three years, contributing to curriculum design. Founded and coordinated the university's first Short Film Festival.
Freelance Feature Film and TV Series Art Department Coordinator at Various
January 1, 2019 - January 1, 2019Coordinated cross-border productions, film shoots, and arts festivals. Managed logistics, permits, and vendor relationships for film projects. Collaborated with local communities and creative teams. Managed departmental budgets and produced daily hot costs reports for Producers. Delivered projects on time and within budget across fast-paced creative environments.
AP Comparative Government & Social Studies Teacher at St Michaels School, Dominican Republic
August 1, 2026 - PresentInstructed AP Comparative Government & Politics with a focus on comparative political analysis and evidence-based argumentation. Developed tailored lesson plans and comparative case studies to enhance critical thinking and prepare students for success.
Media Making Teacher, Film and Photography at Regent School Crans-Montana, Switzerland (Summer Session)
July 1, 2023 - August 31, 2023Guided students through media production coursework, including magazine layouts, short films, and photography projects. Developed customized lesson plans integrating media theory with practical production work. Supervised engaging activities and excursions to enhance student engagement beyond the classroom.
IGCSE World Literature / Language Arts Teacher at Saint George School, Dominican Republic
August 1, 2022 - July 31, 2023Designed inquiry-based lesson plans and delivered IGCSE curriculum to Grade 9 students.
IELTS Preparation Instructor at Eastern International University, Vietnam
September 1, 2019 - September 30, 2020Prepared university students for IELTS exams with a focus on academic writing.
Art Department Coordinator (Freelance) at Freelance Feature Film and TV Series
January 1, 2000 - December 31, 2019Coordinated cross-border productions, film shoots, and arts festivals. Managed logistics, permits, and vendor relationships for film projects. Collaborated with local communities and creative teams. Managed departmental budgets and produced daily hot costs reports for Producers. Delivered projects on time and within budget across fast-paced creative environments.
Education
MicroMasters in Project Management at Rochester Institute of Technology (RITx)
January 11, 2030 - December 21, 2025MA in English Literature at University of Toronto
January 11, 2030 - December 21, 2025BFA in Fine Arts at Concordia University, Montreal
January 11, 2030 - December 21, 2025Google Project Management: Professional Certificate at Google (via Coursera)
January 11, 2030 - December 21, 2025MA, English Literature at University of Toronto
January 11, 2030 - December 21, 2025BFA, Fine Arts at Concordia University, Montreal
January 11, 2030 - December 21, 2025TESOL Certification (TEFL) at Oxford Seminars
January 11, 2030 - December 21, 2025Google Project Management: Professional Certificate at Google
January 11, 2030 - December 21, 2025MicroMasters in Project Management at Rochester Institute of Technology (RITx)
January 11, 2030 - December 21, 2025Qualifications
MicroMasters in Project Management
January 11, 2030 - December 21, 2025Industry Experience
Media & Entertainment, Education, Professional Services, Other
Experience Level
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