CARESS ALON
I’m a multi-talented professional with a passion for empowering and inspiring audiences through the art of communication. For over 12 years, I have toured the country, providing educational and entertaining presentations that motivate and empower people of all ages. Whether I’m hosting an event, producing a project, or designing and facilitating speaking/writing workshops, my goal is to amplify personal connection and empathy through engaging yet meaningful creative content.
EXPERTISE
CREATIVE DIRECTOR
VOICE ACTOR
SHOW HOST
CREATIVE WRITER
PORTFOLIO
“Follow Your Lead”: Arizona State University Sports Commercial
Role: Writer
Description: Commissioned by Arizona State University Athletic Department in Partnership awith Tony Award Winner Lemon Andersen to develop poetic dialogue for use in a commercial for an ASU promising athlete. The challenge was to write for him, in his own words.
Preparation: I met with Lemon Andersen to discuss my poetic approach, I watched video of interviews with the athlete and began to document his disposition, hopes, concerns and life story. I used these notes to write in his voice and from his perspective.
Timeline/Creative Process: I spent two days writing followed by sending a textual version to Lemon Andersen for approval. Following approval, Lemon continued working with the athlete on performative delivery for the commercial.
“Bred For This” - Black History Poem: Arizona PBS
Role: Writer and Screen Actor
Description: Arizona PBS commissioned this piece. They wanted a compelling piece for Black History Month in the middle of the pandemic in 2020. In a period of social unrest, they wanted a poem that offered both compassion and empowerment at such a difficult time.
Preparation: 24 Hour personal study of cultural news, videos and historical references.
Timeline/Creative Process: I wrote the piece within two days and then sent audio to their production team for planning and approval. I spent 5 hours working on memorization and performance and was scheduled for 3-4 Hours of filming.