Adrian Valencia
Los Angeles,CA
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Hip Hop Dance Instructor - Queerchata Series
Untouchable Dance Studio
2023.08 - 2023.09
- Taught and explained Hip Hop choreography and foundation by breaking down steps and applying it to the learning of choreography.
- Provided constructive corrections to encourage students to learn steps and improve dancing.
- Tailored each class to meet student needs and abilities and allow dancers to progress at comfortable pace.
Hip Hop Dance Instructor/ Choreographer
In The Groove Dance Studio
2018.12 - 2023.03
- Taught/ subbed monthly classes for Beginning, Intermediate, and Advanced Hip Hop
- Choreographed a routine for performance for the junior division, Tribe called Groove
- Guest Instructed for the studio's adult training team, Groove Theory
- Recognized and adapted to different learning styles to productively communicate and teach materials to all students.
Hip Hop Dance Instructor
Alonzo King LINES Ballet
2019.05 - 2020.04
- Taught weekly Intermediate Hip Hop classes, increased attendance from 3 to 10 + students weekly
- Participated in networking community events to promote company's outreach and engagement
- Motivated students to dissect routines in order to see progression and apply it to new routines
- Identified student abilities and tailored choreography in order to challenge students at a rightful pace
Professional Dancer
Jabbawockeez LLC.
2017.07 - 2017.11
- Dancer for Universal Studios Hollywood, Jabbawockeez
- Performed in multiple roles by attending daily rehearsals to perfect execution of dance movements.
- Executed movement to the fullest of ability every night infront of 1,000's of guest in attendance
- Worked with diverse artists and in collaboration with managers, stage crew, wardrobe, and lighting technicians
Captain/ Hip Hop Choreographer -Press Play Co.
Step 1 Dance & Fitness
2012.11 - 2015.06
- Choreographed performances for in state and international competitions
- Developed new choreography for shows and organized rehearsals with team members
- Collaborated on music and held auditions for the company
- Helped students work on facial expressions and music theory to apply to dance performance
Director/Dance Choreographer - Sac Modern
California State University, Sacramento
2012.01 - 2014.11
- Managed rehearsals and daily operations when it came to preparation for performance or competition
- Choreographed routines and transitions for competition
- Evaluated member's capabilities and provided constructive criticism to improve technique and execution
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Communication, Media Studies
California State University - Dominguez Hills
Carson, CA05.2017
Skills
- Choreography
- Isolations
- Popping
- Tutting
- House
- Locking
- Waves
- Partner work
- Group Teaching & Private coaching
Timeline
Hip Hop Dance Instructor - Queerchata Series
Untouchable Dance Studio
2023.08 - 2023.09
Hip Hop Dance Instructor
Alonzo King LINES Ballet
2019.05 - 2020.04
Hip Hop Dance Instructor/ Choreographer
In The Groove Dance Studio
2018.12 - 2023.03
Professional Dancer
Jabbawockeez LLC.
2017.07 - 2017.11
Captain/ Hip Hop Choreographer -Press Play Co.
Step 1 Dance & Fitness
2012.11 - 2015.06
Director/Dance Choreographer - Sac Modern
California State University, Sacramento
2012.01 - 2014.11
Bachelor of Arts - Communication, Media Studies
California State University - Dominguez Hills