Shaq Hester

Artist & Performing Arts Administrative Professional

New York, New York, United States

About

Tenacious arts professional with a compelling blend of experience in stage performance, production management, stage management, office administration, live event production and house management. My personable demeanor, creative dexterity and skilled versatility has allowed me to collaborate with nationally acclaimed musicians, directors, choreographers and dance and fashion brands who have worked on NBC, PBS and on Broadway and are mentioned in Vogue. A passion for filling in the gap and pushing overlooked narratives forward fuels my commitment to a career in the arts. Self-motivated and focused, I seek to diversify my career with genuine, relationship-centric companies. Skills Summary: MS office, Powerpoint, Adobe Premiere, iMovie, GarageBand, Canva, Mailchimp, Graphic Design, Digital Marketing, Excellent Writer, Leadership, Detail-oriented, Adaptable

Experience

  • Graphic Designer at Self-employed
    Jun 2020 - Present · 6 yrs 2 mos

    Collaborate with companies and professionals to build logos, digital graphics, video projections and video editing.

  • Performing Artist (Singer, Actor, Producer) at Self-employed
    Aug 2018 - Present · 8 yrs

    Performing with D'Atra Hicks, Durand Jones, Bill T. Jones, Aloe Blacc, Jason Michael Webb, Brent Faiyaz and soloing with the Late Show Gospel Choir at the Tanner Fletcher Fashion Show (featured in Vogue) Regional: Tituss Burgess' The Preacher's Wife (Ensemble; u/s Ol' Mac); The Color Purple (Harpo) Off Broadway: Antigone in Ferguson (Soloist); Regional: The View Upstairs (Wes) Arranging live hip hop supporting vocals for Jean-Raymond’s 2021 Pyer Moss Couture Show Directing, promoting and producing various solo performances in NYC. Nominated for 2024 BroadwayWorld New Jersey Award for Best Cabaret Performance for "You've Got a Friend: A Tribute to Donny & Roberta"

  • Subsitute Usher, Box Office Greeter at Nederlander Organization
    Dec 2021 - Jan 2026 · 4 yrs 2 mos

    Welcoming patrons while guiding them through security and box office processes Escorting patrons to their ticketed seats and nearby restrooms Resolving all patron-related or show-related conflicts with ease and patience

  • Tour Manager at Endea Owens and The Cookout
    Apr 2025 - Oct 2025 · 7 mos

    Overseeing all aspects of a tour, from pre-tour planning to post-tour logistics, ensuring a smooth and successful experience for the artist and crew Manage, direct, and oversee all aspects of travel itinerary planning Develop and maintain relationships with hotels, airlines, and other service providers Conduct all administrative duties Monitor contract obligations with a goal of building relationships with reliable contractors and vendors Respond to work delays, emergencies, and other project disruptions Researching local hospitality at each location

  • Co-Social Media Manager, Graphic Designer at Black Broadway Men
    Jul 2022 - May 2025 · 2 yrs 11 mos

    Designing banners, flyers, logos and recording IG Live Talkbacks for non-profit organization Spearheading and managing the digital weekly campaign of “Today’s Black Broadway Man” Strategizing digital campaigns with the pillars of legacy, unity, brotherhood and strength