Maria Jose Hurtado
About Maria Jose Hurtado
Maria Jose Hurtado is a Content Associate at ActBlue with a background in digital organizing and theatre arts.
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Maria Jose Hurtado is currently employed as a Content Associate at ActBlue. She has been working with the organization since 2022. Her role focuses primarily on video production to enhance brand voice and presence.
Previous Roles
Maria has worked in various capacities across different organizations. She was previously employed at the Michigan Democratic Party, where she served as Digital/Distributed Manager for 3 months and Digital Organizer for 2 months in 2022. Additionally, Maria worked at Propel Schools as a Teaching Artist for 7 months from 2021 to 2022. She also took on roles at Stage Right! Greensburg, first as a Stage Manager for 1 month and then as a Teaching Artist for 7 months between 2020 and 2021. In 2020, she was a Bilingual Regional Organizer at the Arizona Democratic Party for 5 months and an Organizer Intern at Mark Kelly for Senate for 5 months.
Education and Expertise
Maria Jose Hurtado studied at the University of Pittsburgh, where she pursued Spanish Language and Cultures, Political Science, and Theatre Arts. During her time at the university, she served as an Undergraduate Teaching Assistant in Theatre Arts from 2019 to 2020. Her education and roles have equipped her with expertise in digital content creation, particularly focused on storytelling and video production.
Work Experience in Theatre
Maria has a rich background in theatre, having worked both as a performer and stage manager. At Stage Right! Greensburg, she was a Stage Manager for one month and a Teaching Artist for seven months. Additionally, she worked as a Teaching Artist at Propel Schools and served as an Undergraduate Teaching Assistant in Theatre Arts at the University of Pittsburgh. These roles have enriched her experience in managing and performing in theatrical productions.
Latino Voter Engagement
In her career, Maria has participated in political campaigns targeting the Latino voter section. She has created Spanish content for these campaigns during her time with the Michigan Democratic Party and the Arizona Democratic Party. Her bilingual skills have added significant value to her roles, particularly in engaging the Latino community.
Personal Interests
Outside of her professional life, Maria enjoys hiking and crocheting. She is also an avid sports fan with a particular interest in football and soccer. These hobbies are an essential part of her life, providing balance and recreational satisfaction.