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Alston Alika Albarado, M.F.A.

Alston Alika Albarado, M.F.A.

Program & Operations Manager | Arts Educator
Honolulu, Hawaii, US, 96816
(808) 476-7455
alston.albarado@gmail.com
English, Hawaiian Pidgin English

Background

About

About

Program and Operations professional with an M.F.A. in Theatre and extensive experience managing educational and cultural initiatives. Proven track record in operational execution, stakeholder coordination, and cultural stewardship. Adept at translating strategic goals into actionable workflows and integrating Native Hawaiian values into program delivery.

Work Experience

Work Experience

  • Enrichment Teacher (Hawaiian Studies), 

    Feb, 2022 - Nov, 20253 years 9 months

    Implemented cultural curriculum and community engagement strategies for elementary students, aligning educational goals with Native Hawaiian values.

    • Cultural Stewardship: Developed and delivered ‘Ike Hawai‘i curriculum, ensuring cultural best practices were honored.

    • Community Engagement: Integrated community input and cultural practitioners into program design.

    • Stakeholder Coordination: Collaborated with administration and faculty to align cultural initiatives with school objectives.

  • Site Coordinator / CFP Administrative Assistant, 

    Jul, 2019 - Jun, 20211 year 11 months

    Served as the primary operational manager for a bustling after-school program, aligning daily activities with organizational goals and state safety standards.

    • Operational Execution: Oversaw staffing, student supervision, and facility management for strict compliance with DOE regulations.

    • Administration & Accountability: Managed administrative documentation, attendance data, and incident reporting.

    • Leadership: Trained and supervised a team of Group Leaders, fostering a culture of accountability.

  • A+ Site Director / Group Leader, 

    Jan, 2017 - Jul, 20192 years 6 months

    Assisted in the design and delivery of youth development curriculum and managed site operations.

    • Transitioned from Group Leader to Site Director responsibilities, handling scheduling and staff coordination.

    • Upheld ethical standards and safety protocols for diverse student groups.

    • Ensured accessibility and high-quality participant experiences.

  • Assistant Manager, 

    Dec, 2011 - Dec, 20187 years

    Managed retail operations and customer service during high-volume seasons.

    • Managed retail operations, inventory, and sales forecasting.

    • Resolved high-volume customer inquiries and maintained service standards during peak seasonal operations.

Skills

Skills

  • Program & Operations

    Operational Execution

    Stakeholder Coordination

    Program Management

    Compliance Monitoring

    Staff Supervision

  • Cultural Stewardship

    Native Hawaiian Values

    ‘Ike Hawai‘i

    Theatre for Young Audiences

    Community Engagement

  • Technical Tools

    Microsoft Office Suite

    Adobe Photoshop

    Adobe InDesign

    Asana

    Data Reporting

Education

Education

  • Theatre for Young Audiences, Master of Fine Arts (M.F.A.), University of Hawai‘i at Mānoa

    Aug, 2016 - May, 2019

    3.97

  • Performing Arts (Drama Emphasis), Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), University of Hawai‘i at Hilo

    Aug, 2010 - Dec, 2014

    3.83
Certificates

Certificates

  • Trauma-Informed Resilience in Education, Starr Commonwealth

    Issued on: Jan 01, 2024

Awards

Awards

  • Tamara Montgomery Award for Excellence in Theatre for Young Audiences , University of Hawai‘i at Mānoa

    Awarded on: May 01, 2019

    Awarded for excellence in the field of Theatre for Young Audiences.

  • Po‘okela Award , Hawaii State Theater Council

    Awarded on: Jan 01, 2019

    Ensemble Performance in a Non-Traditional Production (A Midsummer Night's Bollywood Dream).

  • Meritorious Achievement Award , Kennedy Center American College Theater Festival (Region VII)

    Awarded on: Mar 01, 2018

    Certificate of Merit in Acting for 'Fights & Delights'.

Volunteer Work

Volunteer Work

  • Director & Creative Lead,

    Jan, 2014 - Dec, 2018

    Translated artistic vision into reality by managing budgets, timelines, and personnel for full-scale theatrical productions.

    • Project Management: Directed productions such as 'Lions in Illyria' and 'I Hate Shakespeare!', managing calendars and deliverables.

    • Strategic Translation: Interpreted scripts and artistic concepts into actionable tasks for designers and crew.

    • Community Engagement: Created culturally relevant programming for diverse audiences, including Theatre for Young Audiences.

Publications

Publications

  • Author Portfolio , Self-Published

    Published on: Jan 01, 2023

    Various written works focusing on cultural narratives and theatre arts.

Interests

Interests

  • Arts & Technology

    Performing ArtsGraphic DesignDesktop PublishingYouth Mentorship
References

References

  • References Available Upon Request