LINSEY R. GESSNER
COSMIC FLOW STUDIO
2017-2025
Videography & Direction
Garage band Sound Design, Editing, Direction and Script Writing IMOVIE
Performance & Production
Professional Sound, Lighting, Costume, Prop, and Make-up Design
YOUTUBE CHANNEL
Created intro trailer, Logo Design, Playlists and Market Research
WIX WEBSITE DESIGN
Brand Awareness, Analytics, SEO, Layout and Metrics
PODCASTING & PUBLISHING
2020-2022
Anchor Podcast Producing, Zoom Interviews, Voice Acting, Editing
Self Published Author on AMAZON
Illustration Graphics, Creative Writing, Publishing
MARKETPLACE SHOPS
2023
Photography and Product Placement, Retail Platforms: Etsy, Redbubble, Meta, Instagram
StageOne Family Theatre (2011-2017)
Education Associate & Talent Coach
Author of various marketing pieces, teacher/classroom guides, and performance guides designed to prepare teachers and students for the educational aspects of the shows performed.Over 15 years of experience in onsite and phone salesResponsible for collecting, data-basing, and surveying teacher and parent testimonialsServed as the spokesperson and facilitator of many family events and professional development events for schools and arts organizationsCreated a customized marketing portfolio that highlighted all programs and servicesFilmed by Metro Louisville Television teaching K-3rd gradeBuilt and customized arts integration lesson plans with teachers in the Metro Louisville and Southern Indiana areas.Scheduled and implemented numerous programs while nurturing existing and new relationships with principals, teachers, and familiesProficient using Microsoft Word, Excel, and OutlookExperience with Google Analytics and Digital MarketingCreated and cultivated a high school, college, and graduate school internship program for the DramaWorks Summer program, which tripled in attendance and popularityImplemented and organized processes, including the scheduling, invoicing, and customization of programs Served as a promoter, director, and performer for the Storytellers ProjectExcellent communication and customer service skills that helped increase revenue and customer trust in the brand
EDUCATION & TRAINING
BFA (w/Honors – 3.65 GPA), Chicago College of Performing Arts at Roosevelt University (2004)
FlowCamp Attendee and Various Workshops Supporting Circus Arts (2015-2018)
Three-time Attendee/Presenter of the American Alliance of Theatre and Education Conference (2011, 2012, 2013)
DuPont Manual Youth Performing Arts School, Louisville KY (Honors Graduate, 2000)
COMMERCIAL & SPOKESPERSON
2005 Chicago Auto Show Spokesmodel Maserati
2015 Kentucky One Health Hula Hooper Revolution Pictures
2016 Convention Visitors Bureau Actor V.R. Shoot
2016 Mellwood Arts Center Cosmic Cowgirl Jeans & Jewels Event
2016 A.H.R. Women's Health Print/Actor VEST Advertising
2024 Holiday Background Actress Lifetime Holiday Special
2025 48hr Film Project Winner Art Department Small Steps Films
PRINT, RADIO, & VIDEO MODELING/PERFORMANCE
2008 Bud Light Print Model, Cinco de Mayo
2014 Senses Fail Music Video Dancer/Actor, Max Moore
2014 Knight and Noon Radio Actor, Crescent Hill Radio
2016 Vunderland Calendar Shoot Model, Va Va Vixens
2017 B. Bare Jr. Music Video Featured Actor, Glow Pictures
2018 Hoodie Shoot Website Model, Herschel Zahnd
SKILLS
Advanced Gymnastics, Yoga, Acro-Yoga (including a one-handed cartwheel w/full glass of wine), Acrobatic Pyramid, Clowning, Stage Combat, Hula Hoop
Advanced Dance Skills: Modern, Ballet, Jazz, Tap, Hip-Hop, Go-Go, and Club Dancing, Burlesque
Dialects Southern, British, Various Fun Cartoon Voices