Maria Paula Cote Silva
Bogotá,DC
Summary
Highly organized and detail-oriented professional with strong work ethic and dedication to achieving the success of artistic projects through expert knowledge on the arts and creative industries. Actively engages with the Arts network structure, encouraging and facilitating collaboration among colleagues for various programs, all while advocating for fairness, diversity, and inclusivity. More than 7 years of experience in the conceptualization, management and execution of creative industries projects.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Programming and Audience Awareness Coordinator
Teatro Colsubsidio
09.2023 - Current
- Collaborate across multiple teams and leadership levels to collect, deliver and present information as needed.
- Monitor the programming budget to maximize cost-effectiveness
- Designing, directing, implementing, and disseminating objectives and operational strategies for the awareness program of the Colsubsidio theater.
- Ensuring project operations are consistent with regulatory guidelines and internal processes.
- Developing innovative work systems and processes to simplify operations of current programs.
Innovation and Social Manager
Teatro Mayor Julio Mario Santo Domingo
06.2021 - 08.2023
- Developed detailed plans based on broad guidance from the Director Partnerships and Innovation for the social responsibility programs: Digital Theater, Teatropedia and The Teatro Mayor dance company.
- Used industry expertise, customer service skills and analytical nature to resolve customer concerns and promote loyalty.
- Implemented strategies to increase public awareness of social and community service programs.
- Created and managed budgets, efficiently allocating resources for social and community service projects.
- Utilized grant writing skills to secure additional program funding.
- Established and maintained relationships with key stakeholders.
- Monitored program performance and outcomes for successful delivery of projects.
Account Manager of Performing Arts Department
PopUp Art S.A.S
11.2019 - 06.2022
- Developed and implemented strategies to increase sustainability of cultural projects in their portfolio.
- Liaised with marketing and sales teams to develop targeted campaigns.
- Reviewed and mitigated discrepancies to increase impact, reduce costs and streamline processes.
Project Development Coordinator - Latin America
Quest Of Sages
01.2021 - 05.2021
- Participated in workshops and in-service meetings to enhance personal growth and professional development.
- Optimized business and management practices to improve all facets of project development and execution.
- Generated new business through proactive strategies such as network.
Artistic Associate
Teatro De La Maldita Vanidad
01.2019 - 04.2020
- Created arts organization's seasonal performance and exhibition program and selected performers and artists for their program "Benditas lecturas".
- Drafted wrap-up reports for completed artistic activities and prepared monthly progress updates for upcoming productions and events.
Education
Master in Cultural Studies - Cultural Studies
Universidad De Los Andes
Bogotá, Colombia06.2025
Social Innovation Certificate - Social Innovation Master Certificate
Learning By Helping - Playground
Madrid, Colombia09.2021
Bachelor of Arts - Performing And Fine Arts
Pontificia Universidad Javeriana
Bogotá, Colombia06.2021
Skills
Proven leadership and interpersonal skills
Vigorous business acumen and strategic mindset
Outstanding knowledge of logics and dynamics of creative ecosystems of the country
Accomplishments
2020 SCHOLARSHIP FOR STRENGTHENING MANAGEMENT PROJECTS IN THE THEATER FIELD BY THE DISTRIAL INSTITUTE OF ARTS
Play Director | 31 de febrero
2020 AWARD IDARTES MOVES INTO
YOUR HOUSE - OTHER POSSIBLE WORLDS
Authorship | Partnerships for the sustainability of the arts
2022 INTERNATIONAL COLLABORATION GRANT - BRITISH COUNCIL "ELYSIUM"
General Producer and Social responsibility director
2023 OFICIAL SELECTION FOR FESTIVAL "DANZA EN LA CIUDAD"
Authorship - Direction | Videodance "Despues de Ella"
Languages
Spanish
Native language
English
Proficient
C2
Japanese
Beginner
A1
Timeline
Programming and Audience Awareness Coordinator
Teatro Colsubsidio
09.2023 - Current
Innovation and Social Manager
Teatro Mayor Julio Mario Santo Domingo
06.2021 - 08.2023
Project Development Coordinator - Latin America
Quest Of Sages
01.2021 - 05.2021
Account Manager of Performing Arts Department
PopUp Art S.A.S
11.2019 - 06.2022
Artistic Associate
Teatro De La Maldita Vanidad
01.2019 - 04.2020
Master in Cultural Studies - Cultural Studies
Universidad De Los Andes
Social Innovation Certificate - Social Innovation Master Certificate
Learning By Helping - Playground
Bachelor of Arts - Performing And Fine Arts
Pontificia Universidad Javeriana
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