
Po Kui Chan
Aspiring Technical Theatre Professional: Lighting Designer: Stage Manager | Teaching Artist & Theatre Educator
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Lead and supervise a group of 10 elementary school students during outdoor field trips and indoor activities. Assist in organizing and implementing engaging extracurricular programs for children. Support the Site Director in daily operations of a licensed childcare center.
Experience
Summer Camp Counselor / Teacher at Positive Ally (2024-06 – 2025-08)
- Lead and supervise a group of 10 elementary school students during outdoor field trips and indoor activities.
- Assist in organizing and implementing engaging extracurricular programs for children.
- Support the Site Director in daily operations of a licensed childcare center.
- Ensure children's safety and adherence to established guidelines during all activities.
- Participate in training sessions to enhance childcare skills and program delivery.
Technical Theatre Teaching Artist at Arts & Learning Conservatory (2024-11 – 2025-06)
- Taught and directed technical theatre activities for 3–8 grade students, focusing on lighting, scenic, and stagecraft fundamentals.
- Collaborated with directors, designers, and program staff to produce high-quality school-based shows.
- Created inclusive classroom experiences that built teamwork and student confidence.
Stage Manager at Beyondpearls (2025-03 – 2025-04)
Solar System, Mermaid Escape
- Coordinated rehearsals and performances for two productions.
- Managed backstage operations and supported smooth scene transitions.
- Assisted with lighting, sound, and overall production logistics
- Ensured safe, organized, and efficient performance environments
Spot Light Operator at Santa Monica College (2025-03 – 2025-04)
Grease
- Operated spotlight during live performances, following precise cues to highlight actors and enhance key moments on stage.
- Collaborated with the lighting designer and stage manager to ensure smooth execution of lighting transitions.
- Adapted quickly to live performance changes while maintaining consistent visual quality.
Light Board Operator at Santa Monica College (2024-09 – 2024-10)
Six Characters in Search of a Playwright
- Programmed and ran lighting cues using Emu Lighting Console.
- Assisted in set construction and verified alignment with design specifications.
Assistance Lighting Technician/Assistance Prop Master/Spotlight Operator at Village Theatre (2023-06 – 2023-07)
Bright Star
- Assisted with lighting setup, programming, and maintenance for live performances.
- Supported prop sourcing, organization, and upkeep throughout rehearsals and shows.
- Operated spotlight during performances, executing cues accurately and maintaining performer visibility.
- Collaborated with the lighting designer and stage manager to ensure smooth technical execution.
Stage Manager at Spring Street International School (2020-02 – 2020-04)
She Kills Monster
- Collaborated with the school theatre teacher to organize and execute a 4-show theatrical production
- Constructed and designed props and set pieces to enhance production quality
- Operated and managed the lighting board to support seamless production lighting
Spotlight Operator at San Juan Comm Theatre (2019-04 – 2019-05)
The Drowsy Chaperone
- Volunteered with a semi-professional theatre company to support live theatrical performances
- Operated follow spot during performances, maintaining precise timing, focus, and movement to highlight performers and key moments on stage
- Collaborated with stage management and lighting teams to ensure consistent, safe, and dynamic lighting execution
Light Board Operator at Spring Street International School (2019-02 – 2019-04)
The Wolf
- Collaborated in the execution of four full-scale theatrical productions, contributing to the seamless operation of each performance
- Engaged actively in the striking down of sets and lighting equipment post-production, ensuring efficient and timely breakdown of stage elements
- Demonstrated proficiency in operating the light board during performances, effectively controlling lighting cues to enhance the overall production quality and atmosphere.
Fly Master at Newport High School (2018-10 – 2019-01)
Jekyll and Hyde
- Led a team of 5 to build the set on schedule, meeting production requirements
- Operated the theater's fly system to manage scenery, curtains, and backdrops during live performances
Actor at Newport High School (2018-02 – 2018-03)
The Laramie Project
- Collaborated on lighting setup, optimizing equipment placement and functionality
- Performed in the production as Anonymous Friend of Aaron McKinney, Murdock Cooper, and the Bailiff
Spotlight Operator at Newport High School (2017-10 – 2018-01)
Beauty and the Beast
- Assisted in constructing a 32x14-foot set background for an 8-show production, demonstrating set-building skills
- Collaborated on lighting setup, ensuring optimal equipment placement and functionality
- Operated spotlight during performances, enhancing stage ambiance and focus
VP of Administration at Loyola Marymount University (2022-01 – 2022-05)
Bali Club
- Maintain attendance records for all active members, ensuring compliance with attendance policies
- Track participation in fundraising efforts and events, documenting members who meet their quotas
- Organize and maintain records of member engagement, providing valuable data for organizational planning and decision-making
- Collaborate with other executive board members to support the overall goals and objectives of the organization
VP of Membership at Loyola Marymount University (2022-08 – 2023-05)
Bali Club
- Develop and implement effective strategies for recruiting new members to the club
- Maintain an organized database of current and prospective members, including contact details and membership status
- Implement retention strategies to enhance member satisfaction and encourage membership renewal
- Collaborate with other club officers to align membership initiatives with organizational goals
VP of Finance at Loyola Marymount University (2023-08 – Present)
Bali Club
- Responsible for maintaining financial records and managing all monetary aspects of the organization.
- Track fundraising activities using Excel, ensuring accurate documentation of income and expenses.
- Develop and implement fundraising goals for each event, creating budgets based on past performance analysis.
- Process reimbursements and facilitate fund transfers to external entities as necessary
Member at Spring Street International School (2019-02 – 2020-04)
Student Union
- Successfully manage the planning and execution of school dances to create unforgettable experiences for students
- Extensive experience in event decoration to create a memorable atmosphere and enhance the guest experience
Education
Bachelor of Art in Psychology – Loyola Marymount University (2026-05)
Stage Lighting – Santa Monica College
Stage Management – Santa Monica College
Technical Theatre Production Workshop – Santa Monica College
New Works Festival - Designer – Loyola Marymount University
