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Chandra Washington

Austin, Texas, 78701

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I am a Performing Artist, Writer, and Culinary Artist (Vegan and Raw Vegan cuisine). I am Artistic Director of "Healing Caravan," a multi-disciplined performance project, in which I also perform original dance, music/vocals, spoken-word, and theater. My vocal specialty is Jazz Improvisation; my ear for harmonizing has also afforded me background vocal work. My dance specialty is from the Ancient Mali Empire era of West Africa, improv modern, and a combination of the two. I also teach a style of dance I coin "Ancient Hip-Hop" (African dance/"street dance" amalgam). I also practice yoga. As a writer, I am author of a short story and workbook for youth on self-acceptance and anti-bullying. My writing proficiency also extends into the area of administrative writing (drafting letters of correspondence, press releases, memorandums, etc) and even script writing. I am also proficient in organizing files/paperwork, and like tedious tasks (ex.: alphabetizing CD collections, inventory counting). I have a pleasant, professional phone manner, can manage multiple phone lines, and take accurate messages/notes. My experience in food preparation ranges from catering to workshops to private lessons to personal chef, and I have interest in craft services setup for film locations. I can provide food preparation workshops, individual instruction and catering for small events (ex.: backstage food setup). I have been a practitioner of what I call "Healing Cuisine" and herbal nutrition for over 30 years. I enjoy travel, hiking, biking, music, dance, performing, and would serve as a fun companion. If you are in need of a driver or companion for a long-distance drive, I also enjoy and have the endurance for driving long distances, backed by an impeccable driving record. I am very personable, energetic, reliable, and have the the capacity to represent you/your service attractively and with integrity. Look forward to hearing from you!

  • Creative & Writing
  • Events
  • Fun & Bizarre
  • Health & Fitness
  • Office Help
License
  • Federal Communications Commission Radio Operator License, TABC Certification (renewal pending), Licensed Driver, State of Texas, impeccable record.
Skills & Expertise
  • PERFORMING ARTS
  • WRITING - Chandra Washington is a Writer
  • Vocalist
  • Performance Poet
  • Percussionist
  • and Dancer. She has performed with numerous professional companies on the east coast as well as in Austin
  • Texas
  • including Improvisations Unlimited
  • KanKouran West African Dance Company
  • Memory of African Culture
  • Sweet Honey in the Rock’s vocal workshop
  • In Process...
  • Sun Ra Arkestra
  • Hamiet Bluiett
  • and the CreOp Muse Circle of Light holiday production. In addition
  • she was selected to play a supporting role in Paramount Pictures feature film Stop Loss (directed by Kimberly Peirce). As Writer and Performance Poet
  • she won the 2005 Big Texas Poetry Event competition
  • and is currently seeking a publisher for her short story for youth on self-esteem and anti-bullying (No Mistake: Journey to Self-Acceptance). In 2009
  • her poem I Am Perfect was selected for the Austin International Poetry Festival Anthology publication
  • and recently won the 2012 Fringe Festival Smack Down Slam Competition in Orlando Florida (May
  • 2012). In 2011
  • Chandra received critical acclaim for her role as Lady in Blue in the Ntozake Shange play
  • for colored girls who have considered suicide when the rainbow is enuf (UpRise! Productions
  • Austin
  • TX). She is currently Artistic Director of the multi-disciplined performance project
  • the Healing Caravan
  • where she also performs as Performance Poet
  • Musician
  • and Dancer. She also sings background vocals for singer/songwriter Jeffrey Brian
  • is lead singer and percussionist in the music trio Elements
  • Featuring Chandra Washington
  • and recently performed with the Sun Ra Arkestra in Poschiavo
  • Switzerland (dance
  • vocals) as part of the Uncool Festival (June
  • 2012). ADMINISTRATIVE - A highly organized Administrative Office Support Specialist with significant expertise in data entry
  • generating documents
  • and coordinating activities and events. Extensive expertise in the performing arts
  • broadcasting
  • alternative health and culinary industries. Enjoys building strong relationships with clients and customers. Effective communicator
  • patient
  • works well individually or on a team. Major strengths include focus
  • integrity
  • and excelling in a detail-oriented environment. WELLNESS CONSULTANT - Highly knowledgeable in upscale cuisine
  • with significant expertise in vegetarian
  • vegan and raw vegan food preparation
  • herbal use and preparation
  • and fitness. Enjoys building strong relationships with clients and customers. Effective communicator
  • and excelling in a detail-oriented environment.
Experience
  • Administrative Consultant
    Teach 1 Entertainment
    Jul 2000 - Nov 2008 | Austin, Texas

    Show more Responsibilities included drafting and editing company promotions, press releases, proposals, and correspondence, identifying media outlets and disseminating press information, collaborating on music compositions and song lyrics, conceptualizing a format for elementary school presentations, and performance in the presentations.

  • Wellness Consultant
    Independent Contractor/Various Vendors
    Apr 1985 - Nov 2012 | Austin, Texas

    Show more Self-published cook booklet on vegan/raw vegan food preparation. (Author, 2012). Conduct demonstrations in food preparation, herbal use and preparation, and lead healthy shopping tours (Consultant, 1981 - Present). Lectured and conducted an herbal walk; demonstrated juicing and food preparation techniques at a retreat for women (Diva Divine Retreat, June, 2011). Served as Healthy Eating Mentor for youth group; conducted workshop in wholesome food selection and preparation (PODER, 2010). Commissioned to edit and author articles on herbal nutrition and vegetarian food preparation (Usha Institute, 1991-2011). Trained kitchen staff in vegan and raw vegan food preparation (Usha Institute, 1991-2011). Catered vegan and raw vegan cuisine for catered events and packaged goods for retail distribution. (Enjoy Living Foods!, 1991-1993). Conceptualized and prepared daily entrees, as well as prepared and served standard menu items to customers in a retail cafe setting. (Berwyn Cafe, 1985-1986). Serve as an instructor in dance and yoga on a paid and volunteer basis (Consultant, 1983-Present). Served on Adjunct Faculty, instructing an advanced-level African Dance course (Virginia Commonwealth University, 1986-1990). Serve as Artistic Director and performer in a stage production highlighting health and healing. (The Healing Caravan, 2007-Present). EMPLOYMENT END DATE NOT APPLICABLE; PRESENTLY AVAILABLE AS INDEPENDENT CONTRACTOR

  • Project Manager
    Dance Umbrella
    May 2009 - Jul 2009 | Austin, Texas

    Show more Responsible for supervisory and administrative logistics in setup and execution of a 2-week youth dance camp and performance, which included a professional dance company as “artists in residence.” Responsibilities included supervising administrative staff, serving as liaison for the Executive Director to parents, performers, staff, vendors and underwriters, recruiting camp participants, soliciting for sponsors and scholarship underwriters, identifying media outlets and disseminating press information, networking with community groups, employing writing/editing expertise in the generation of press releases, advertising copy, and parent correspondence, hosting performers and coordinating hospitality, collecting camp fees, ticket fees, and managing group sales, as well as serving as announcer/host for the performance, and general spokesperson for the project. (TWO-MONTH CONTRACT ASSIGNMENT)

  • Actor
    Acclaim Talent
    Aug 1999 - Nov 2012 | Austin, Texas

    Show more Agency representation affords auditions/job bookings for acting opportunities locally, regionally, and nationally. Assignments include work in print, voice-over, television, film, internet, and corporate industrial.\nEMPLOYMENT END DATE NOT APPLICABLE

  • Healing Caravan
    Self; Independent Contractor
    Apr 2007 - Nov 2012 | Austin, Texas

    Show more Conceptualize and orchestrate repertoire for performance project through multiple artistic mediums including live music/vocals, dance, video media, and original poetry. Manage all administrative aspects of the project including writing proposals, drafting and disseminating press releases, designing and disseminating promotional fliers, recruiting and coordinating talent, and negotiating and securing performance contracts. EMPLOYMENT END DATE NOT APPLICABLE

  • Brand Ambassador
    USMP Product Marketing
    Jul 2010 - Nov 2012 | Austin, Texas

    Show more Demonstrate beer and wine samples to Sam’s Club members in the Austin, TX area. TABC Certification required. Responsibilities include attending training for each assignment, dispensing knowledge of the products with a personable, confident and professional demeanor, maintaining accurate statistical data, photo documenting the demo site, and setup/breakdown of demo site. PRESENTLY EMPLOYED

  • Vocalist
    Heaven Records
    Apr 2011 - Nov 2012 | Austin , Texas

    Show more Perform as vocalist in live and recorded music project in Austin, Texas. Responsibilities include learning music repertoire. Develop background harmonies for adoption into the repertoire. PRESENTLY EMPLOYED

  • Clerk (Temporary Part-Time)
    Internal Revenue Service
    Mar 2012 - Mar 2012 | Austin, Texas

    Show more Provided clerical support to various offices within the agency as assigned. Responsibilities included accuracy in processing, distributing, and managing incoming and outgoing correspondence.

Education
  • University Of Maryland | Radio, Television, and Film, English Minor
    1978 – 1976

    Show more Graduated, Bachelor of Arts
    Entertainment Committee, Announcer on campus radio station

Honors & Awards
  • 2012 Fringe Festival Smack Down Poetry Slam Competition Winner, published in 2009 Austin International Poetry Festival Anthology, 2005 Big Texas Poetry Event Winner, 1994 New Choreographer Project Scholarship Recipient

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