Ashlyn M. Smith has experience in both theatre production management and business administration. She holds an MBA and dual bachelor's degrees from Purdue University in management and theatre design. Smith has interned at two theaters, where she assisted with budgeting, scheduling, donor research, and marketing. As a stage manager for Purdue Theatre, she coordinated rehearsals and ensured compliance with union protocols. She also has experience giving campus tours and working in university admissions. Smith's technical skills include Spanish proficiency, social media management, AutoCAD, and QuickBooks.

1. Ashlyn M. Smith
smithashlynmarie@gmail.com (281) 798-6418
EDUCATION
Purdue University, Krannert School of Management, West Lafayette, Indiana
Master of Business Administration
May 2017
Purdue University, West Lafayette, Indiana
Krannert School of Management, B.S. in Management
Rueff School of Visual and Performing Arts, B.A. in Theatre Design and Production
Honors College
Overall GPA: 3.69/4.0
May 2016
December 2015
Coursework Highlights: Marketing, Business Law, Financial Accounting, Managerial Accounting, Financial
Management, Quantitative Methods, Set Design, Lighting Design, Costume Design, Theatrical
Materials and Techniques, Sound Design, Acting
Technical Skills Highlights: Spanish (working proficiency), Social Media Management, Website Management,
Strong background in music and dance performance, AutoCAD, QuickBooks, MIG welding
THEATRE AND MANAGEMENT EXPERIENCE
The Shakespeare Theatre of New Jersey
Production Management Intern
 Set and monitor production budgets for 3 productions including 2 educational tours
 Coordinate scheduling of technical rehearsals for 13 productions
 Analyze journal entries to assist with annual mid-season budget reforecast
 Assist with developing a plan for expansion to possible new outdoor location
 Assist the Director of Production with all the logistical operations for the Theatre’s
season including pricing and purchasing supplies and materials
Madison, NJ
May 2014 – August 2014
The Phoenix Theatre
Art Administration/Development Intern
 Identify potential donors, sponsors, and grant opportunities
 Maintain donor records for multiple seasons to facilitate end-of-year tax requests
 Collect and analyze marketing research to identify companies and organizations
that are relevant to the season to serve as potential sponsors
 Research groups/organizations for potential group sales and potential sales
partnerships with local merchants
Indianapolis, IN
February 2014 – May 2014
Purdue University Theatre
Stage Manager
 Coordinate schedule with Production Manager that includes six weeks of
rehearsals, production meetings, and other necessary appointments
 Facilitate communication between administrative staff, production staff, cast, and
backstage crew during rehearsal and performance periods
 Ensure compliance of Actor’s Equity protocols in performance and rehearsal
West Lafayette, IN
September 2012 - Present
Production (Selected)
Good Kids
The Crucible
Purdue Contemporary Dance Company Spring Works
Anna in the Tropics
Position
Stage Manager
Stage Manager
Stage Manager
Stage Manager
Supervisor
Joel Ebarb, Dir.
Kristine Holtvedt, Dir.
Various
Robert Quinlan, Dir.
Date
2015
2014
2014
2013
Purdue University, Office of Admissions
Front Desk, Tour Guide, Boiler STeam Volunteer Tour Guide
 Assist with daily visit student registration and tracking
 Guide 1000+ prospective students and families on tours of Purdue
 Demonstrate knowledge of Purdue admissions, academics, and traditions
 Correspond with about 700 students through written communication per
year
West Lafayette, IN
September 2012 – December 2014