Amaya White

Creative and Goal-Oriented marketer with experience managing social media accounts, creating content, and running digital campaigns. Skilled in audience engagement, branding, and using analytics to boost online presence as well as support business growth.

I started coaching gymnastics under the mentorship of Head Coach Bambi Olesiuk at the age of 16. I started coaching 3- to 6-year-olds and progressed to teaching and choreographing for the team girls within a few years of working at Medical City Gymnastics. I would come up with drills and activities that enhanced my students' gymnastic skills and mobility.

• Analyzed athlete performance during competitions and provided constructive feedback for improvement.
• Motivated athletes to reach their full potential while encouraging them to maintain a positive attitude.
• Adapted coaching methods based on individual needs of each athlete.
• Advocated for mental health, incorporating stress management and confidence-building exercises into training regimens.

As a Black woman with natural hair, learning to style and maintain my hair through braids and curly styles has always been a passion of mine. In 2019, at 17, I started learning to braid hair on others and opened my company, Mayabraidss. I have gained hundreds of hours of experience braiding, as well as gained lifelong customers who have stated that they leave my chair feeling beautiful and refreshed.

• Prepared and braided hair for clients according to their individual needs and preferences.
• Cleaned and sanitized styling tools, equipment, and workstation between each client.
• Instructed clients on how to maintain and care for their braids.

Engaged and performed for ASU fans with dynamic and entertaining choreography, executing complex tumbling and stunts as a flyer and side base. Represented the athletic department for teams like football, basketball, volleyball, hockey, baseball, etc. I attended dozens of travel games, hundreds of home games, and community engagement events. I got to choreograph for ASU Spirit Squad and danced alongside ASU dance teams during halftime routines.

Summer Camp Co director, trained and entertained gymnastics students from 8am-3pm during summer breaks.

• Instructed students on proper techniques and form while performing various gymnastic activities.
• Conducted warm-up exercises before beginning class activities.
• Ran drills and fitness circuits to improve athletes' coordination and skills.
• Created a safe environment to practice gymnastics skills in accordance with safety regulations.
• Led gymnastics camps and clinics, introducing young athletes to the sport and fostering a positive team environment.

Choreographed routines for advanced high school students that improved rhythm, mobility, and understanding of choreography. I gave students advice on auditioning, taking classes in the dance industry, and helped with confidence and presence as a dancer.

• Encouraged creative expression through improvisation exercises.
• Built positive relationships with students, parents, colleagues and administrators.
• Established performance goals for students, guiding them in developing technique, expression, and stage presence.

I auditioned and worked professionally in the dance industry in Los Angeles, California. I did photoshoots, modeled and did commercial work under the representation of Clear Talent Group.

Performed in the halftime show for Super Bowl LVII. Trained for a month prior with rigorous hours and learned advanced choreography.

Performed on the field with Rihanna

• Motivated fellow cast members throughout long days of rehearsals or shows.
• Learned choreography for various musical numbers in preparation for shows.
• Rehearsed choreographed dance routines to deliver flawless venue performances.
• Dressed in costume to create character and provide memorable experience for guests.