Bilingual (English and Mandarin); Cross-disciplinary abilities with logic (biotechnology) and aesthetics (arts); Multiple cultural learnings from the East and the West (Taiwan/China and UK); and 6+ years experience and skills at one of the most internationally prominent dance companies working with festivals and theatres worldwide including China, Hong Kong, Singapore, South Korea, New York, Paris, London, and Madrid.
Work history
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Senior International Project CoordinatorCloud Gate Dance Theatre of Taiwan
TaiwanFull Time
◆ Responsible for year-round theatre operations of one of the most internationally prominent contemporary dance companies that is often compared to the Martha Graham Company in the US and Pina Bausch Company in Germany
◆ Managed paperwork, records, bills, and reporting regarding theater operations: negotiated contracts with worldwide promoters and venues, monitored budgets and production/travel expenses, prepared government grants applications for > ₤75,000 funding per tour, and reported to board members and government
◆ Experienced in logistics, event planning, and execution of events: organized annual outdoor performances with up to 60,000 audiences, handled VIP and patrons invitations and greetings, arranged tickets sales, and trained volunteer ushers
◆ Organized travel arrangements including flight itineraries, accommodations, insurance, meals and medical support for entire company (artists, dancers, and technical team)
◆ Promoted press recognition through media calls, interviews, press nights, and publicity productions
◆ Reorganized and explored new marketing strategies using a database of worldwide contacts
◆ Involved in online marketing and social networking groups, including the company's websites, Twitter, and Facebook
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Arts administrator and Project SpecialistThe Lan Yang Dancers
- TaiwanFull Time
◆ Engaged in production as the role of a producer
◆ Developed and evaluated marketing strategies to promote the company exposure and ticket sells
◆ Managed artist schedules and coordinated all travel operations and budgets
◆ Prepared publications for the company and performances including brochures, flyers, websites, and logo
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Skills
- Budget Negotiation
- Contract Negotiation
- Tour Management
- Building Sponsorships
- Coordinating Events
- Festival Management
- Performance Management
- Immersive Theatre
- Asian Market
- Chinese Lanaguage
Education
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Master of Arts, Cultural, Policy, and ManagementCity University of London
- London, United Kingdom
Mastering: Programming, Management and Fundraising; Audience and Marketing; Financial Accounting; Entrepreneurship; Contemporary UK Cultural Policy; Education and Learning in the Cultural Sector, etc.
Dissertation Topic: The Identity and Practice of Street Dance in Taiwan and Its Implications For Youth (2011)
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2006-2010: National Taiwan University (Top university in Taiwan) Bachelor, Department of Animal ScieNational Taiwan University
- Taiwan
Mastering: Stem Cell Culture; Biotechnology; Animal Science Placement, etc.
Additional courses: Light and Stage Technology; Drama Review; Musical History Cinema Criticism and Contemporary Arts Research