emyli
gudmundson
Creative Marketer
A seasoned marketing, production, and content strategist with a decade-long journey in the vibrant world of entertainment I have a flair for crafting compelling narratives and innovative marketing campaigns. Fueled by a fervent dedication to the power of storytelling, I've carved a path marked by a blend of creativity and strategic prowess.
Outside of work, I share my life with my husband and our beloved senior chihuahua mixes, Clifford and Bruno. I channel my passion for craftsmanship into an Etsy shop, where I meld traditional woodworking techniques with laser cutting technology to create unique home decor and as a licensed travel advisor I specialize in boutique, pet-friendly travel.
that's me!
Video
video
“take me to the taper”
Showcasing the Mark Taper Forum's Legacy and Impact
A multi-faceted marketing campaign to increase subscribers to the Mark Taper Forum. Utilizing original video content, digital advertising, out-of-home ads, and strategic partnerships, we aimed to showcase the Forum as a premier destination for immersive theatrical experiences.
Winner!
2020 Telly Awards
GOLD WINNER: Mixed Media — Social Video
BRONZE WINNER: Social Video General-Arts & Entertainment
Five videos were produced as a part of the larger campaign:
Key Competencies
Scheduling • Casting • Production • Scripting
Impact
18% increase in subscribers YOY
28% + social mentions over campaign
Production and Creative: Emyli Gudmundson, Kyle Hall | Creative Director for Marathon DGTL:
Chris Morrissey | Videographer (Marathon): Justin Namon, Alexander Bergman | Editor (Marathon): Wenquan Pan
video
“a day in the life of
.center theatre group”
Behind the Scenes Magic
Brand awareness and fundraising video campaign to turn the spotlight to all of the people off stage that bring theatre to life everyday at Center Theatre Group, both before the world paused in March 2020 and after we were able to raise the curtain again in Fall 2021.
Video
MIKE BIRBIGLIA:
The Old Man + the Pool
Making a Splash
By leveraging exclusive video footage featuring celebrity guests in attendance, our campaign made this show the place to be. Shooting high quality, engaging video content of the show itself also helped highlight the show as a comedy special with a theatrical twist.
Key Competencies
Strategy • Video Production • Interviewing • Creative Vision • Event Coverage • Scheduling
Results
• Surpassed advance ticket sales goals by 143% • 7% increase in followers following rehearsal video release
Director, Writer, & Producer: Emyli Gudmundson | Video Production & Editing: Cinevative | Featuring Mike Birbiglia in 'The Old Man and the Pool' directed by Seth Barrish.
Fun Fact
I pioneered the company's inaugural, dedicated Steadi-cam shoot for B-roll, bringing the camera and subsequently the viewer onstage with the performer for an incredibly engaging, scroll-stopping video.
video
2:22 – A GHOST STORY
Theatre of the Supernatural
Diving into the supernatural world of "2:22 A Ghost Story" was an adventure in marketing. We spooked audiences with tantalizing teasers, jump scares, and mysterious hints, immersing them in the eerie atmosphere of the play. By leaning into the spooky vibes, we hooked their interest and got them excited to experience the spectral thrills waiting for them onstage.
Key Competencies
Post-production • Innovation • Scripting
• Following Trends • Interviewing
Impact
18% increase in subscribers YOY
28% + social mentions over campaign
Video Director, Writer, & Producer: Emyli Gudmundson | Video Production & Editing: Cinevative Featuring Constance Wu, Anna Camp, Adam Rothenberg, and Finn Wittrock in '2:22 A Ghost Story' Directed by Matthew Dunster
video
social first
Elevating Our Social Presence
With our social media team, I spearheaded the transformation from neglecting TikTok to pioneering innovative content tailored exclusively for the platform.
Key Competencies
Creativity • Content Creation • Video Production • Scripting • Interviewing • Following Trends
Impact
• 200% increase in TikTok followers in 6 months
• 32% increase in ticket sales for campaigns with dedicated TikTok campaigns
video
a transparent musical
Spotlight on 'A Transparent Musical'
In our marketing campaign, we highlighted the musicals fresh take on a beloved TV show, featured our incredibly talented, diverse cast, and invited audiences behind the scenes. Through teasers and sneak peeks, we showcased the creative process, promising an immersive experience for all.
Key Competencies
Strategy • Video Production • Interviewing • Creative Vision • Event Coverage • Scheduling
Results
• Surpassed advance ticket sales goals by 143%
• 7% increase in followers following rehearsal video release
Director, Writer, & Producer: Emyli Gudmundson | Video Production & Editing (Rehearsal Video):Cinevative | Video Production (Interview Video): HMS | Featuring the company and writers of 'A Transparent Musical' Directed by Tina Landau
Video
the secret garden
Regrowing The Secret Garden
For 'The Secret Garden,' our campaign embraced timeless nostalgia, enchanting audiences with captivating imagery and engaging video content. We crafted a journey into the magical world of the secret garden, enticing viewers to rediscover the wonder of this beloved classic.
Key Competencies
Strategy • Video Production • Interviewing • Creative Vision • Event Coverage • Scheduling
Results
• Surpassed advance ticket sales goals by 143%
• 7% increase in followers following rehearsal video release
Fun Fact
Our video of Julia Lester performing Hold On’ is
Center Theatre Group’s most engaged with video ever.
Photography
photography
the secret
garden
Reviving The Secret Garden:
Orchestrating a captivating marketing photoshoot from inception to execution and blending nostalgia with innovation.
Key Competencies
Creative Direction (Pitch Deck) • Storyboarding •
Planning (Call Sheet) • Styling • Location Scouting
Impact
• 170K likes across social platforms
• +1 in audience sentiment scores
Creative Direction, Production, & Styling: Emyli Gudmundson | Pictured: Sierra Boggess, Julia Lester, and Sadie Reynolds | Photography by: Kim Newmoney | HMU: Michelle Quaranta | Location: Huntington Gardens | Additional Retouching & Composition: Deanna McClure
Final Key Art
photography
clyde’s
Respect the Recipe:
Inspired by the description of a woman ‘who may or may not be the devil’ running a roadside sandwich restaurant, our collaborative effort with production designers aimed to evoke intrigue and leave a lasting impression.
Large Scale OOH
Final Photo
Story Board
Creative Direction & Production: Emyli Gudmundson | Pictured: Tamberla Perry | Photography by: Kim Newmoney | MUA: Michelle Q Beauty | Wigs: Shaunte Williams | Costumes: Jennifer Moeller with Rashon Wilson, Caylyn Dabney | Retouching & Composition: Deanna McClure
photography
MIKE BIRBIGLIA:
The Old Man
+ the Pool
The Comedian in the Pool: Showcasing Mike Birbiglia's comedic brilliance through an innovative photoshoot concept.
Key Competencies
Creative Direction • Production • Planning
Results
176% increase in social posts using these photos compared to posts using key art
Creative & Production: Emyli Gudmundson | Pictured: Mike Birbiglia | Photography by: Kim Newmoney
photography
Do you belief in ghosts?
With the goal of emulating the style of the London production’s photography, a meticulous planning process ensured efficient scheduling of actors across two different coasts, maintaining a high standard of quality within limited time constraints.
Featuring: Constance Wu (“Crazy Rich Asians”, “Fresh Off The Boat”), Anna Camp (“Pitch Perfect”), Finn Wittrock (“American Horror Story”) and Adam Rothenburg.
Key Competencies
Impact
• 15K leads generated from photo release.
• Surpassed all goals for sales for production overall
2:22 – A GHOST STORY
Production: Emyli Gudmundson | Pictured: Constance Wu, Anna Camp, Adam Rothenberg, Finn Wittrock | Photography by: Luke Fontana, Maxwell Poth, Joan Marcus | HMU & Grooming: Rachel Burney, Marissa Marino, Jenni Novac, Madison McClain, Bridget Brager, Molly Greenwald | Retouching & Composition: Deanna McClure, Javier Vasquez
photography
King james
A Slam Dunk: Spearheading the conceptualization process and overseeing post-production, we crafted a compelling vision to convey the narrative, evoke emotions, and showcase the cast on a dynamic set. The resulting photography, adopted as key art for the Broadway run of 'King James,' reflects the success of our collaborative efforts in visual storytelling.
Key Competencies
Creative Direction • Post–Production
• Planning • Project Management
Results
176% increase in social posts using these photos compared to posts using key art
Featuring Abbott Elementary’s Chris Perfetti
Creative Direction & Production: Emyli Gudmundson | Pictured: Chris Perfetti, Glenn Davis | Photography by: Luke Fontana | Costume Design: Samantha C. Jones | Scenic Design: Todd Rosenthal | Retouching & Composition: DeannaMcClure, Javier Vasquez
Inspiration
Final Photo
Broadway Key Art
Deck Design
deck design
campaign strategy
TodayTix Group branded deck designed to excite and align all in-house subject matter experts around top Q1 events and goals. View full deck here. (Pricing and goals have been removed).
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Key Competencies
Strategy • Campaign Planning • Presentations • Process Standardization • Team Leadership
Results
• Campaign for ‘KATE’ achieved 457% of sales goal
• ‘KATE’ digital ad created after this presentation was top performing ad running in North America for the next month.
deck design
campaign strategy
Brand overview deck for ‘The Box by Dr Ava; Summer ‘21’ a client of Dia Creative. View full deck here.
deck design
project recap
Project pitch deck template for Two Dog Circus, to update as needed by the client. View full suite of templates for Two Dog Circus here.
deck design
partnership pitch
Custom pitch deck for TodayTix to pitch a partnership with Disneyland, with bespoke graphics and copy perfect for Disney. View full deck here.
Copywriting
copywriting
a transparent musical
From the creators of the hit Amazon series comes a groundbreaking and timely new musical that’s delightfully queer, unapologetically Jewish, and radically joyful.
Welcome to the JCC! Get ready for a remarkable theatrical experience with A Transparent Musical–an innovative and irresistible new musical based on the hit Amazon Prime original TV show by Joey Soloway. Follow Ali Pfefferman, brought to life by Only Murders in the Building’s Adina Verson, as they navigate the ups and downs of self-discovery. Ali's Los Angeles Jewish family is filled with secrets, but when their parent, Maura, transitions to the transgender matriarch she always knew she was, the family is forced to confront their own identities and navigate their relationships with each other.
Through a revelatory story of acceptance and self-expression, A Transparent Musical explores the intersection of Jewish and queer history while celebrating the imperfectly human aspects of a universally relatable family.
copywriting
our dear dead drug lord
This roller coaster ride through the trials and
terrors of girlhood
In this fierce and feverish comedy from breakout playwright Alexis Scheer, a gang of teenage girls gathers in an abandoned treehouse to summon the ghost of Pablo Escobar. Are they messing with the actual spirit of the infamous cartel kingpin? Or are they really just messing with each other?
Intimate in nature yet universal in its ability to explore the need to connect, the play is an unflinching and powerful reminder of what it means to be human. As it races to its startling conclusion, audiences will be left catching their breath. A rollercoaster ride through the danger and damage of girlhood, Our Dear Dead Drug Lord proves navigating adolescence may be more perilous than communing with the dead.
copywriting
the secret garden
Unlock the magic within.
The Secret Garden blossoms again for a new generation by the original creators, Tony Award and Pulitzer Prize winner Marsha Norman and Grammy Award®-winning composer Lucy Simon. Follow young, orphaned Mary Lennox as she's sent from her home in India to live with her reclusive uncle on his haunted English country estate. Guided by an exceptionally beautiful score, Mary's unapologetic curiosity and the help of unlikely companions send her on a thrilling quest to untangle the pieces of her family's past and, most importantly—discover herself.
copywriting
the secret garden
‘The Secret Garden’ META ads by value prop
General copy
Come to our garden. Buy tickets to 'The Secret Garden' now! Guided by an exceptionally beautiful score, Mary's unapologetic curiosity and the help of unlikely companions send her on a thrilling quest to untangle the pieces of her family's past and, most importantly–discover herself. Visit AhmansonTheatre.org for tickets!
award winning
Rediscover the magic of the music of ‘The Secret Garden’ from Tony Award and Pulitzer Prize winner Marsha Norman and Grammy Award®-winning composer Lucy Simon. Coming to the Ahmanson February 19th.
casting
Beloved Broadway leading lady and Olivier nominated actress Sierra Boggess ('The Little Mermaid', 'The Phantom of the Opera') stars as Lily Craven in 'The Secret Garden.' Coming to the Ahmanson February 19th.
new footage reveal
You've just unlocked NEW footage from 'The Secret Garden' before anyone else! Watch this sneak peek and experience this magical show NOW through March 26 at the Ahmanson Theatre. Buy tickets to secure your seat in our garden by visiting AhmansonTheatre.org
Copywriting
into the woods
‘Into the woods’ meta ads by targeted audience
Musical + Theatre Fans
The Grammy-Winning Musical
Broadway’s critically acclaimed production of 'Into the Woods' plays in DTLA from Jun 27 - Jul 30! Book tickets now 🐮❤️🌽👡
Disney Films + Fairytales
Favorite Fairy Tale Characters Brought to Life
A reason to be happy ever after! Award-winning 'Into the Woods' comes to DTLA with its Broadway stars to boot. Book tickets now.
Lookalikes
The Grammy-Winning Musical
Get tickets to 'Into the Woods'. This Grammy award-winning musical plays in DTLA for a strictly limited time. "Do all you can to book a ticket" (Daily Beast).
remarketing
Limited Time Only! Don't Miss Your Chance
Tickets for 'Into the Woods' now on sale. Don't miss your chance to see this Grammy-winning triumph. "Do all you can to book a ticket" (Daily Beast).
Copywriting
advertising copy
‘a transparent musical’ meta ads by targeted audience
broad audience
Tickets From $40
From the creators of the Amazon series comes a new musical that’s delightfully queer, unapologetically Jewish, and radically joyful.
broad audience
Great Seats from $60
Book now for 'A Transparent Musical' in DTLA! An innovative and irresistible new musical based on the hit Amazon Prime original TV show.
LGBTQIA+
Playing For A Limited Time
🏳️🌈 FIRST LOOK! 🏳️🌈 'A Transparent Musical' is the delightfully queer new musical playing at the Mark Taper Forum in Los Angeles. Don't miss out!
remarketing
Tickets From $40
Book now for 'A Transparent Musical'! An innovative and irresistible new musical based on the hit Amazon Prime original TV show.