Makayla Sesberry
Atlanta,GA
Summary
Versatile actor, singer, and student with a background in theater and film. Multi-talented self-starter and team player. Flexible with meeting new challenges and tackling changing priorities in creative environments. Possesses strong improvisation and vocal skills, aptitude for memorizing lines, and passion for inhabiting characters. Adept at engaging audiences and conveying a range of emotions. A diligent and highly motivated honors student eager to learn and work. Have taken classes and earned skills in areas such as acting/acting techniques, directing, film and theatre production, the music industry, creative media, feminist and sociological theories, research, writing, and history. Committed to contributing my expertise, collaborating with others, and showcasing my work ethic.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Actor
Atlanta City Theatre
01.2021 - Current
- Studied and rehearsed roles from scripts to interpret and memorize lines and cues.
- Learned scripts to understand characters' relationships and develop role interpretations.
- Performed humorous and serious interpretations of emotional actions and situations, using body movements and gestures.
- Managed time to arrive on set when required to not delay rehearsals and shows.
- Practiced lines and scenes independently and collaboratively to prepare for performances.
- Learned different styles and schools of acting to broaden work prospects.
- Made necessary adjustments to acting, according to guidance and requests from directors.
- Performed in various theatrical productions and short films, ranging from musicals to dramas.
- Used body language, facial expressions, and vocal techniques to convey messages.
- Applied techniques, using sense memory, character analysis, and script analysis to bring characters to life.
Childcare Aide
Kayla's Cottage Home Daycare, LLC
05.2018 - Current
- Read stories and performed small plays to promote creativity
- Modeled creative acting styles and techniques, encompassing varied history genres and performance techniques.
- Encouraged students to perform well and learn from failure.
- Managed classroom behavior to establish and maintain a safe working environment
- Created age-appropriate activities to foster imagination and creativity.
- Gathered display materials and distributed programs for shows and performances.
- Fostered love for art and learning to inspire students to pursue passions and interests.
- Taught acting and musical lessons
- Organized and participated in recreational activities and outings, such as games and field trips
- Arrived at assigned areas on time, prepared, and ready to work.
- Memorized students' daily routines, allergies, and other sensitive information
- Resolved issues between children and daily mishaps
- Maintained positive demeanor to facilitate stable, consistent environment.
Stage Crew Member
Atlanta City Theatre
10.2023 - Current
- Supported live events with well-controlled lights, sound and video streaming.
- Collaborated with directors to lay out staging sequences and equipment requirements.
- Identified issues, analyzed information and provided solutions to problems.
- Worked flexible hours across night and weekend shifts
Props Master
Atlanta City Theatre
08.2023 - 11.2023
- Worked with technical teams to effectively incorporate lighting, sound and other features.
- Listed and obtained props and set design pieces for an entire production.
- Collected details about unique features and constraints of each space, as well as potential themes and budget limitations to complete optimal designs.
- Organized and attended meetings to discuss project status and brief new projects.
- Devised strategic approaches for highlighting important focal points in each design.
- Produced detailed rough drafts and scale work-ups showcasing set, scenery and property demands.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
Choir Singer (Mezzo-Soprano)
Georgia State University Choral Union
01.2023 - Current
- Observed choral leaders or prompters for cues or directions in vocal presentations.
- Interpreted and modified music to personalize performances.
- Practiced singing exercises and studied with vocal coaches to develop voice and rehearse for upcoming roles.
- Provided musical background for live shows such as ballets, operas, musical theatre, and cabarets.
- Achieved desired tonal and harmonic balance by communicating clearly with musicians.
- Interpreted different music by making use of voice production, harmony, rhythm, and melody to present characterization.
- Applied knowledge of harmony, melody, rhythm, and voice production to individualize presentations and maintain audience interest.
- Studied musical scores at length to learn music in detail and develop suitable interpretations.
- Trained and prepared voice, using various melodies and ranges such as soprano, tenor, alto, and bass.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Acting / Arts & Entertainment Industries
Georgia State University
Atlanta, GA05.2024
Bachelor of Arts & Sciences - Women, Gender, and Sexuality Studies
Georgia State University
Atlanta, GA05.2024
Associate of Science - General Studies
Albany State University
Albany, GA05.2020
Skills
- Acting and Directing
- Production Support
- Singing and Music Theory
- Creative Problem-Solving
- Critical Thinking
- Leadership
- Teamwork
- Communication
- Time Management
- Multi-Tasking
- Microsoft Office / Research
- Social Media
Languages
Spanish
Limited Working
American Sign Language
Limited Working
Timeline
Stage Crew Member
Atlanta City Theatre
10.2023 - Current
Props Master
Atlanta City Theatre
08.2023 - 11.2023
Choir Singer (Mezzo-Soprano)
Georgia State University Choral Union
01.2023 - Current
Actor
Atlanta City Theatre
01.2021 - Current
Childcare Aide
Kayla's Cottage Home Daycare, LLC
05.2018 - Current
Bachelor of Arts - Acting / Arts & Entertainment Industries
Georgia State University
Bachelor of Arts & Sciences - Women, Gender, and Sexuality Studies
Georgia State University
Associate of Science - General Studies
Albany State University
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