I am a passionate creative content creator with extensive experience developing and performing engaging productions. Over nearly two decades, I have honed my skills in scriptwriting, directing, animating, casting, and organizing performances to entertain and educate audiences of all ages. I enjoy collaborating across departments to bring creative visions to life while also managing logistical aspects such as scheduling and archiving. In addition to live performances, I have embraced digital media by creating virtual shows and digital marketing content. Teaching and connecting with children and educators has been a fulfilling part of my work. My technical skills with software like Adobe Suite and Q lab support my creative projects, allowing me to produce polished multimedia experiences. I thrive in dynamic and creative environments where storytelling and performance combine to inspire and delight audiences.

Amy Sweeney

I am a passionate creative content creator with extensive experience developing and performing engaging productions. Over nearly two decades, I have honed my skills in scriptwriting, directing, animating, casting, and organizing performances to entertain and educate audiences of all ages. I enjoy collaborating across departments to bring creative visions to life while also managing logistical aspects such as scheduling and archiving. In addition to live performances, I have embraced digital media by creating virtual shows and digital marketing content. Teaching and connecting with children and educators has been a fulfilling part of my work. My technical skills with software like Adobe Suite and Q lab support my creative projects, allowing me to produce polished multimedia experiences. I thrive in dynamic and creative environments where storytelling and performance combine to inspire and delight audiences.

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I am a passionate creative content creator with extensive experience developing and performing engaging productions. Over nearly two decades, I have honed my skills in scriptwriting, directing, animating, casting, and organizing performances to entertain and educate audiences of all ages. I enjoy collaborating across departments to bring creative visions to life while also managing logistical aspects such as scheduling and archiving.

In addition to live performances, I have embraced digital media by creating virtual shows and digital marketing content. Teaching and connecting with children and educators has been a fulfilling part of my work. My technical skills with software like Adobe Suite and Q lab support my creative projects, allowing me to produce polished multimedia experiences. I thrive in dynamic and creative environments where storytelling and performance combine to inspire and delight audiences.

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Work Experience

Resident Artist, Head Puppeteer, Writer, Director at Center for Puppetry Arts, Atlanta, GA
August 1, 2025 - August 15, 2025
Performed as a puppeteer, directed 10 productions and adapted 2 productions, wrote scripts, cast shows, organized rehearsals, communicated across departments, archived shows and assets, created lobby assets to support performances, scheduled events and rehearsals, and edited video projections using Q lab and After Effects for smooth projection experiences.
Digital Learning Puppeteer and Teaching Artist at Center for Puppetry Arts, Atlanta, GA
August 1, 2025 - August 15, 2025
Performed shows virtually for classes, created digital content and marketing materials, taught hundreds of children ages 2 to 15, connected with educators and teachers, managed invoices and bill collection via Tessitura ticketing software, and coordinated communication with schools and teachers.
Puppeteer, Lead Counselor, Marketing at City of Orlando Puppetroupe, Orlando, FL
August 1, 2007 - August 15, 2025
Performed summer shows for underprivileged children, taught children ages 2 to 18, organized and archived assets for productions and the company, used computer systems to organize images, scripts, lesson plans and schedules, scheduled productions and workshops, created marketing materials and digital content, and developed an individualized website for the Puppetroupe.
Library Assistant at Gainesville College, Oakwood, GA
August 1, 2000 - August 15, 2025
Aided students with technology and computers, checked materials in and out, reshelved books, and answered questions while directing students accordingly.
Resident Artist/ Head Puppeteer/Writer/Director at Center for Puppetry Arts, Atlanta, GA
August 31, 2025 - August 18, 2025
Performed as puppeteer, directed 10 productions, adapted 2 productions, wrote scripts, cast shows, organized rehearsals, communicated between departments, archived shows and production assets, created lobby assets for performances, scheduled events and rehearsals, and edited video projections using Q lab and After Effects to ensure smooth projection experiences.
Digital Learning Puppeteer and Teaching Artist at Center for Puppetry Arts, Atlanta, GA
August 31, 2025 - August 18, 2025
Performed shows for classes virtually, created digital content and marketing materials, taught hundreds of children ages 2-15, connected with educators and teachers, organized invoices and bill collection through Tessitura ticketing software, and called schools and teachers.
Puppeteer/Lead Counselor/Marketing at City of Orlando Puppetroupe, Orlando, FL
August 31, 2007 - August 18, 2025
Performed summer shows for underprivileged children, taught children ages 2-18, organized and archived assets for productions and company, used computer systems to organize images, scripts, lesson plans, and schedules, scheduled productions and workshops, created marketing material and digital content for productions, and created individualized website for the Puppetroupe.
Library Assistant at Gainesville College, Oakwood, GA
August 31, 2000 - August 18, 2025
Aided students with technology and computers, checked in and out materials, re-shelved books, answered questions, and directed students accordingly.

Education

Associate's in Theater at Gainesville College, Oakwood, GA
September 1, 1995 - August 1, 1997
B.A. in Theater at Brenau University, Gainesville, GA
September 1, 1997 - May 1, 1999
Associate's in Web Design at International Academy of Design and Technology, Orlando, FL
January 1, 2001 - January 1, 2003
Associate’s in Theater at Gainesville College, Oakwood, GA
September 1, 1995 - August 31, 1997
B.A. in Theater at Brenau University, Gainesville, GA
September 1, 1997 - May 31, 1999
Associate’s in Web Design at International Academy of Design and Technology, Orlando, FL
January 1, 2001 - January 1, 2003

Qualifications

Part of Alpha Psi Omega, Theatre Honors Society
January 11, 2030 - August 15, 2025
Suzi 2017 for TYA Best Ensemble - Old MacDonald’s Farm
January 1, 2017 - August 15, 2025
Suzi 2017 for TYA Best Direction - Old MacDonald’s Farm
January 1, 2017 - August 15, 2025
Suzi 2018 for TYA Best Direction - Mother Goose
January 1, 2018 - August 15, 2025
Part of Alpha Psi Omega, the Theatre Honors Society
January 11, 2030 - August 18, 2025
Suzi 2017 for TYA Best Ensemble - Old MacDonald’s Farm
January 1, 2017 - August 18, 2025
Suzi 2017 for TYA Best Direction - Old MacDonald’s Farm
January 1, 2017 - August 18, 2025
Suzi 2018 for TYA Best Direction - Mother Goose
January 1, 2018 - August 18, 2025

Industry Experience

Education, Media & Entertainment, Non-Profit Organization