I am a passionate and dedicated drama and theatre studies student with extensive practical experience in acting, directing, costume design, and production management. I thrive in creative environments and enjoy collaborating closely with teams to bring artistic visions to life both on stage and in film. With hands-on experience in fast-paced theatrical productions and public events, I excel at effective communication, organization, and delivering high-quality results. I have expanded my skills through various internships and roles, including costume design for theatre productions and volunteering in community event planning. I’m adaptable, responsible, and detail-oriented, able to balance creativity with practical constraints such as scheduling and budgeting. My goal is to continue developing as a filmmaker and theatre practitioner while contributing meaningfully to exciting projects in media and entertainment.

Katherine Jensen

I am a passionate and dedicated drama and theatre studies student with extensive practical experience in acting, directing, costume design, and production management. I thrive in creative environments and enjoy collaborating closely with teams to bring artistic visions to life both on stage and in film. With hands-on experience in fast-paced theatrical productions and public events, I excel at effective communication, organization, and delivering high-quality results. I have expanded my skills through various internships and roles, including costume design for theatre productions and volunteering in community event planning. I’m adaptable, responsible, and detail-oriented, able to balance creativity with practical constraints such as scheduling and budgeting. My goal is to continue developing as a filmmaker and theatre practitioner while contributing meaningfully to exciting projects in media and entertainment.

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I am a passionate and dedicated drama and theatre studies student with extensive practical experience in acting, directing, costume design, and production management. I thrive in creative environments and enjoy collaborating closely with teams to bring artistic visions to life both on stage and in film. With hands-on experience in fast-paced theatrical productions and public events, I excel at effective communication, organization, and delivering high-quality results.

I have expanded my skills through various internships and roles, including costume design for theatre productions and volunteering in community event planning. I’m adaptable, responsible, and detail-oriented, able to balance creativity with practical constraints such as scheduling and budgeting. My goal is to continue developing as a filmmaker and theatre practitioner while contributing meaningfully to exciting projects in media and entertainment.

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Work Experience

Brand Ambassador at Head Case Marketing
June 1, 2025 - Present
Used sales and customer engagement skills by marketing products for multinational companies such as Lidl, Huel, and Biofreeze at public events.
Fishamble Script Analyst Intern at Fishamble
May 31, 2025 - September 5, 2025
Maintained confidential records and correspondence supporting senior staff with sensitive information. Produced detailed reports and constructive written feedback for playwrights. Supported the internship team by maintaining workflows, databases, and shared systems.
Sewing Tutor at Project Fashion
August 31, 2024 - September 5, 2025
Communicated effectively and entertained children and adults of various backgrounds while teaching sewing techniques and skills on sewing machines. Supervised children during hands-on activities, ensuring adherence to safeguarding and child protection protocols.
Floor Staff at Juno (Bar, Drumcondra)
August 31, 2023 - September 5, 2025
Applied strong customer service skills and demonstrated teamwork capabilities when waiting tables, assisting customers, and creating a welcoming and warm atmosphere while ensuring exemplary standards for customer care and cleanliness were met.
Volunteer Event Planner at Free Flu-Shot Clinic
September 30, 2021 - September 5, 2025
Coordinated with Christ Episcopal Church Alameda and Walgreens Pharmacies to effectively set up a free flu-shot clinic for the community. Implemented strict safety and safeguarding practices in line with California public health legislation.
Costume Dresser at Bord Gáis Energy Theatre for ESI
May 1, 2025 - Present
Worked in a high pressure and fast paced environment organizing costume changes and costumes for the wardrobe departments of touring productions such as Swan Lake and Tina at the theatre.
Costume Designer at Samuel Beckett Theatre, Ireland
December 31, 2025 - September 5, 2025
Designed all costumes for productions such as 'Blink', 'Evoe', and 'Blurred'. Created and procured all aspects of costumes with the support of costume assistants. Managed the costume department, tracked budgets and progress, delegated tasks to complete work efficiently and on time, and coordinated with other departments to achieve a cohesive production.
Assistant Costume Designer at Samuel Beckett Theatre, Ireland
December 31, 2023 - September 5, 2025
Supported the costume designer as part of a team to help meet department goals and communicate the designer's artistic vision on productions such as 'This Too Shall Pass', 'Cry', and 'This Is Not A Workplace'.
Production Manager at DU Players Theatre, Ireland
December 31, 2022 - September 5, 2025
Managed and ran the technical crew and operations of productions including weekly check-ins on the progression of the technical crew and designers to ensure goals were met on time. Facilitated communication between different technical departments, ran all required administrative technical tasks, and liaised with theatre operational staff to ensure smooth and safe set-up transitions.
Co-Director, Stage Manager, Tech Director at Almost Maine, Alameda, California
December 31, 2020 - September 5, 2025
Co-directed and creatively directed 30 teenage actors and technical crew. Managed welfare for both cast and crew, collaborating with co-director and producer to cast and stage the production effectively.
Brand Ambassador at Headcase Marketing
June 1, 2025 - Present
Used sales and customer engagement skills by marketing products for multinational companies such as Lidl, Huel, and Biofreeze at public events.
Fishamble Script Analyst Intern
May 31, 2025 - September 5, 2025
Maintained confidential records and correspondence, supporting senior staff with sensitive information in an office setting. Produced detailed reports and constructive written feedback for playwrights. Supported the internship team by maintaining workflows, databases, and shared systems.
Sewing Tutor at Project Fashion
August 31, 2024 - September 5, 2025
Communicated effectively and entertained children and adults of various backgrounds while teaching sewing techniques and skills on sewing machines. Supervised children during hands-on activities, ensuring adherence to safeguarding and child protection protocols.
Floor Staff at Juno Bar, Drumcondra
August 31, 2023 - September 5, 2025
Applied strong customer service skills and demonstrated teamwork capabilities when waiting tables, assisting customers, and creating a welcoming atmosphere while ensuring exemplary standards for customer care and cleanliness were met.
Volunteer Event Planner at Free Flu-Shot Clinic
September 30, 2021 - September 5, 2025
Coordinated with Christ Episcopal Church Alameda and Walgreens Pharmacies to set up a free flu-shot clinic for the community. Implemented strict safety and safeguarding practices in line with California public health legislation.

Education

BA in Drama and Theatre Studies at Trinity College Dublin
January 1, 2021 - January 1, 2025
Semester Abroad at Rose Bruford College, Sidcup, London, England
January 1, 2023 - December 31, 2023
High School Diploma at Alameda High School, Alameda, California, USA
January 1, 2017 - January 1, 2021
BA in Drama and Theatre Studies at Trinity College Dublin
January 1, 2021 - January 1, 2025
Semester Abroad at Rose Bruford College, Sidcup, London, England
January 1, 2023 - December 31, 2023
High School Diploma at Alameda High School, Alameda, California, USA
January 1, 2017 - January 1, 2021

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Industry Experience

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