Photo by Jacob Dean
Photo by Jacob Dean
Photo by Jacob Dean
Photo by Jacob Dean
Photo by Enlightened Photography
Photo by Enlightened Photography
Photo by Harry Perales Jr
Photo by Harry Perales Jr

Kate Szekely
Creative Media Producer

Professional Summary

Multi-hyphenate creative producer with expertise in arts administration, project management, and creative entrepreneurship. Proven ability to manage all phases of production for theater, film, radio, and live events. Focused on collaborative environments that deliver innovative and high-quality results.

Work Experience

Infinite Variety Productions, Bronx, NY — Resident Producer | 2018 - Present

  • In Their Footsteps: Developed and managed this acclaimed documentary theater piece based on oral histories of Vietnam War women veterans. Managed Off-Broadway debut, international performances, and a 2024 NPR radio adaptation.

  • Pretending to Fly: Managed development of this re-imagined documentary theater piece blending WWII-era interviews and modern narratives, from workshops to its Edinburgh Fringe Festival premiere.

  • Excavating the Rising Star: Led creative development and secured $18,000 in funding for this techno-immersive project exploring the Homo naledi discovery through interviews with the "Underground Astronauts."

a/b studios, Knoxville, TN — Producer | 2023 - Present

  • Lavender Fields Forever: Oversaw a $30,000 budget and provided creative oversight (marketing, distribution) for a short film with a 12-person cast and crew.

  • How to Get the Girl: Line produced a $50,000 branded narrative short film in partnership with the City of Sweetwater. Managed a cast and crew of 25.

  • Managed grant writing and project workflows to ensure efficient production across multiple projects.

Salons for Life, Jersey City, NJ — Co-Founder & Creative Producer | 2018 - 2024

  • Designed arts and wellness curricula for diverse audiences.

  • Acted as artist liaison, fostering relationships with 20+ collaborators.

  • Managed content creation and communications across digital platforms.

Education

New York University, New York, NY — BFA in Theater with Honors (2012)

Skills

Core: Budgeting, scheduling, project management, team leadership, creative script notes, verbal/written communication

Technical: Proficient in Google Workspace, Canva, Asana

Languages: Professional working proficiency in English and Spanish

Notable Achievements

  • Gracie Award Honorable Mention: 2021 for NPR radio adaptation of In Their Footsteps (WLIW-FM, Long Island NPR).

  • Guest Artist: Florida State Thespian Festival, the largest high school theater festival in the country.

  • Official Presenter: Smith College’s Day of Inclusion and Diversity, featuring Salons for Life.