Victory Gardens TheaterAudience Services Manager
Jan. 2015 - Jan. 2018Chicago, Illinois, United StatesManaged Front of House Staff in all daily operations, communicated all show data and logistical updates and regulations effectively on a daily basis. Led in training all front of house staff in all areas patron experience/service, ticketing, house managing, and bartending. Responsible for creating the Front of House monthly schedule; assured there was the correct amount of coverage and that each event and performance ran smoothly and effectively. Responsible for acquiring the Valet services and Chicago Saints Usher Program for each show. Kept strict track of all complimentary ticket requests, and responsible for creating comp ticket spreadsheet documents for each show. Helped to design and maintain the Event Form Template for each rental, public program, or special event that was held at Victory Gardens. Assumed Lead House Manager for each Opening Night at Victory Gardens for over 4 years; responsible for assuring that the show started on time and that all press/donors/important patrons were comfortable and enjoyed their experience. Assisted the Facilities Coordinator in any maintenance (gas, electric, keys) upkeep, janitor services, thermostat and regulatory control of the building; assumed head responsibility in case a security alarm was breached and an emergency had to be handled. Held keys to the entire facility, on-call 24/7.