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Kristen LaRue-Sandler is a voice artist, communicator, and musician with decades of performance experience in professional, educational, and community settings. Her primary role focuses on public relations at a public university, where she combines her interpersonal skills and writing ability to promote humanities education. She maintains an active freelance career as a musician, actor and consultant.
Experience Level
Language
English
Fluent
German
Beginner
Work Experience
Director of Communications at Arizona State University – Department of English
December 1, 2002 - PresentDirect communications and editorial efforts for the Department of English, including digital content, publications, and media relations.
Freelance Editor and Designer at Self-employed / Home-based
January 1, 2024 - December 31, 2025Provide editing, proofreading, and design services for academic and professional materials on a freelance basis.
Freelance Editor and Designer at Self-employed / Home-based
January 1, 2003 - December 31, 2014Provide editing and layout design for various clients as a freelance editor and designer.
Dance Educator at City of Tempe Cultural Services
January 1, 2002 - December 31, 2003Educated and trained participants in dance, contributing to community arts programming.
Production Assistant at Arizona State University KBAQ Radio
January 1, 2002 - December 31, 2002Supported production and programming tasks for a university radio station.
Assistant Choreographer at Montana TheatreWorks
January 1, 2001 - December 31, 2002Assisted with choreography and rehearsals for regional theatre productions.
Educational Program Coordinator at Montana State University – Family and Graduate Housing
January 1, 2000 - December 31, 2002Coordinated educational programs and activities for housing communities.
Vocal Coach at Music Arts Center
January 1, 1999 - December 31, 2002Provided vocal coaching and technique guidance to students.
Music Reviewer at Exponent newspaper
January 1, 1996 - December 31, 1998Reviewed music performances and related events for the publication.
Reservationist / Administrative Aid at Montana State University – Sports Facilities
January 1, 1996 - December 31, 2000Managed reservations and provided administrative support for facilities.
Administrative Assistant at Strand Union Administration, Montana State University
January 1, 1993 - December 31, 1996Administrative support within student union administration.
Teacher and Assistant Teacher of Dance (Ballet, Jazz) at Dixie’s School of Dance
December 31, 1988 - December 30, 1993Taught ballet and jazz dance to students; assisted program coordination.
Education
Master of Arts, Music History and Literature at Arizona State University—Tempe, AZ
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2007Bachelor of Music Education, Studio Teaching Option: Voice, with Honors at Montana State University—Bozeman, MT
September 1, 1993 - January 1, 1998Qualifications
Cine Golden Eagle Award
January 1, 2012 - January 1, 2012As co-producer (with Bruce Matsunaga and Erik Holsinger) of promotional film, "English: Start Here, Go Anywhere" for Department of English, College of Liberal Arts and Sciences, Arizona State University. http://www.cine.org/spring-2012-cine-golden-eagle-award-recipients
Foundations of Narrative Conflict Badge
June 30, 2024 - June 30, 2024ASU CareerCatalyst Course
Media Literacy Certificate
September 1, 2015 - September 1, 2015Industry Experience
Media & Entertainment, Education, Professional Services, Non-Profit Organization, Other
Wrote script, performed voiceover narration, and helped produce video to promote the newest degree within the Department of English at Arizona State University. Credit: Ashley Sorensen, videographer.
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