Claudia Lax-Tanner

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About me

I am a creative, versatile individual who works well within a team and strives to get the best possible outcome in all situations. I have a real passion for a wide range of sectors of the arts which I personally explore through dancing, music and I flourished in completing my drama degree from Goldsmiths University of London with First Class Honours. I am committed, flexible and especially keen to expand my experience of working directly in an arts organisation.

As a graduating student, I was extensively involved in the university community whilst undertaking a part-time job and taking part in adult dance classes. These experiences have allowed me to develop my organisational and time-management skills and I delighted in managing to balance studying with a professional job whilst continuing my passion for dance at Trinity Laban. I have fully immersed myself in the industry by volunteering at theatres in London; The Bunker and The GLYPT and so have experience in ushering, working in the box office and helping to manage events.

With these experiences, I am now keen to develop my professional skills and exposure within the industry.
Additional skills:
I have experience in theatres providing excellent customer service; understanding of administrative roles; knowledge in directing and managing rehearsals; excellent IT skills; understanding of organising data/spreadsheets, and capability to work collaboratively during a creative process.

I have directed and managed stage productions which has developed my critical and creative thinking skills, whilst it taught me the responsibilities of taking on an administrative role to ensure an effective and smooth rehearsal process. I have experience planning and running workshops, organising and being involved with rehearsals and personally performing weekly. I also have experience in the work place - such as Harvey Nichols - across administrative systems, from PR and marketing to scheduling and timetabling coordination for a professional team. These experiences have taught me to be diligent in communicating and maintaining control in demanding situations.

Moreover, my employment as an event host/waitress has provided me with extensive communication skills as I understand the importance of good customer care; by being attentive and patient, and working efficiently within a team, I was able to deal with any problems that occurred. With this in mind, I handled bookings, took payments, answered enquires by phone and email and assisted the set-up of event spaces and the restaurant.
Industry awards:
NA
Referees:
Available on request

License & Passport

Skills

Secondary Job Title	Director, Assistant
Job Titles	Director, Producer, Production Assistant (PA), 1st AD (Assistant Director), Stage Manager, Production Manager, Production Coordinator, Production Support, Costume Designer, Creative Director, Casting Assistant, Talent Manager, Chaperone / Driver, General Staff, Teacher
Years in industry	less than a year