Tazwell Caputo
About Tazwell Caputo
Tazwell Caputo is a Production Coordinator for International Social Impact at Sesame Workshop, where he has worked since 2021. He has a diverse background in production and stage management, with experience at various organizations including Blue Sky Studios and California Shakespeare Theater.
Work at Sesame Workshop
Tazwell Caputo has been serving as the Production Coordinator for International Social Impact at Sesame Workshop since 2021. In this role, he is responsible for coordinating various production activities that support the organization's mission of creating educational content for children worldwide. His position is based in New York, New York, where he collaborates with teams to develop impactful projects that address social issues.
Previous Experience in Film and Theater
Before joining Sesame Workshop, Tazwell Caputo accumulated extensive experience in the film and theater industries. He worked at Blue Sky Studios in various roles, including Lighting and Compositing PA and Workflow Production Assistant, from 2018 to 2021. His earlier experience includes serving as a Stage Manager at The Cutting Ball Theater and as a Stage Management Intern at California Shakespeare Theater, both contributing to his skills in production coordination.
Education and Expertise
Tazwell Caputo holds a Master of Arts (M.A.) in Producing Film and Television from Royal Holloway, University of London, where he studied from 2015 to 2016. He also earned a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) in Technical Theatre: Stage Management from San Francisco State University, completing his studies from 2011 to 2015. His educational background provides a strong foundation for his work in production and coordination.
Internships and Early Career
Tazwell Caputo's early career includes several internships that contributed to his professional development. He served as a Student Representative at Royal Holloway, University of London, and interned at Fourth Culture Films Limited in London. Additionally, he worked as a Production Assistant at Arrow Media in New York. These roles helped him gain valuable insights into the production process and build a network in the industry.