Ashley Mann
Valencia ,CA
Summary
Athletic Model emphasis versed in web, catalog, print and other shoot types. Trained in preforming to public, posing athletically, and entertaining on the spot. Highly effective in entertainment scenarios to take direction from designers, camera operators, directors, and maintain composure in high-pressure environments.
Dynamic performer, athletic trainer, teacher, and entertainer. Currently as a Dance Instructor with a proven track record at Dance Studio 84, blending choreography expertise and exceptional teaching techniques to enhance student performance and foster a passion for dance. Leveraged organizational skills and positive reinforcement to achieve notable student successes, including competition wins. Specializes in creating inclusive, motivating environments for clients and students, that prioritize injury prevention and customer service. With knowledge on training and teaching all styles of dance with an emphasis on balletic skills.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Dance Instructor
Dance Studio 84
Valencia, CA
09.2007 - Current
- Planned and choreographed routines for recitals and performances.
- Fostered a supportive learning environment by promoting positive reinforcement and constructive feedback.
- Created healthy and safe learning environment for all students by implementing class rules and promoting mutual respect and gentle discipline.
- Worked in team-based environment to uphold quality and continuity of service to clients.
- Directed, choreographed, and planned costume and production designs in the studios annual Nutcracker.
Certified Pilates Instructor
Pilates Plus Santa Clarita
Valencia, CA
06.2013 - 09.2024
- Established connections to promote referrals for patients seeking rehabilitative exercise programs through Pilates training.
- Collaborated with other instructors to develop engaging group classes that catered to various skillsets.
- Participated in providing a safe space for clients to feel good, and stronger both mentally and physically.
Pilates Instructor
Complete Pilates
Newhall, CA
03.2018 - 04.2019
- Provided modifications for clients with injuries or limitations, ensuring a safe and effective workout experience.
- Kept facilities and equipment clean and organized.
- Improved clients'' posture and balance through tailored exercises targeting specific muscle groups.
- Implemented new and creative exercise routines to keep participants motivated.
- Promoted safe and inclusive environment for club clients and members.
Yoga Instructor
YogaWorks
Valencia, CA
05.2011 - 11.2016
- Used music to motivate and energize classes.
- Promoted safe and inclusive environment for club clients and members.
- Explained different yoga styles and poses to students.
- Provided guidance and instruction on breathing techniques, meditation and other elements of yoga practice.
- Adapted classes to meet needs of participants with varying fitness levels.
- Demonstrated proper form and technique to prevent injury.
- Educated participants on proper nutrition and healthy lifestyle habits.
High School Softball Coach
Hart High School
Newhall, CA
11.2012 - 07.2014
- Enhanced team performance by implementing effective coaching strategies and personalized training plans.
- Fostered inclusive welcoming atmosphere that embraced diversity encouraged mutual respect among teammates.
- Increased team collaboration through emphasis on communication, problem-solving, and teamwork both on and off the field.
- Collaborated with other coaches to develop comprehensive training programs that addressed each athlete''s unique strengths and weaknesses.
Curriculum Specialist
Newhall Elementary School
Newhall, CA
09.2009 - 06.2014
- Developed comprehensive lesson plans for a diverse range of subjects, ensuring alignment with educational standards.
- Collaborated with fellow educators to design engaging learning experiences that fostered growth and achievement.
- Designed course materials and supported implementation.
- Enhanced curriculum effectiveness by collaborating with teachers and administrators to identify areas of improvement.
- Worked with younger children to advance and improve their reading and math skills.
VIP Tour Guide/ Performer
Disneyland Park
Anaheim, CA
09.2008 - 08.2009
- Built personal relationships with guests to promote positive experiences.
- Received numerous positive reviews from clients, reflecting strong communication skills and in-depth knowledge of tour subjects.
- Ensured timely departures and arrivals by strictly adhering to schedules while remaining flexible enough to accommodate unforeseen circumstances or special requests from guests.
- Trained new hires ensuring they were well-prepared knowledgeable about their assigned tours before leading them independently.
- Utilized effective communication and problem-solving skills to quickly resolve customer issues.
- Guided groups of up to Number people on scheduled tours.
- Provided excellent customer service during pre-tour interactions such as answering questions via email or phone calls.
- Lead private tour groups of celebrity, athletes, and executive leaders families and friends.
- Preformed in parades as a character dancer.
Advertising Sales Representative
University Link Magazine
Sherman Oaks, CA
12.2007 - 04.2008
- Made outbound calls to existing customers to upsell advertising packages.
- Maximized advertising reach by researching target audiences and tailoring campaigns accordingly.
- Sent clients estimates of costs for advertising products or services and followed up by phone call or email.
- Created and presented media and advertising packages to prospective customers.
- Developed sales leads and uncovered new business opportunities through prospecting and cold calling.
- Developed strong client relationships for long-term success through regular communication and excellent customer service.
Key Production Assistant
“Something Like a Business”
Los Angeles, CA
09.2007 - 11.2007
- Provided reliable administrative support for the production team, enabling efficient task completion.
- Facilitated clear communication between departments, ensuring smooth production operations.
- Operated camera, lighting and grip equipment to use during production process.
- Interacted positively with actors and actresses when escorting to and from trailers during filming.
- Developed positive relationships with vendors and suppliers, optimizing collaboration and quality of materials received.
- Assisted director with planning and completing film shots and B roll footage.
Key Production Assistant
“Inalienable” Movie
07.2007 - 09.2007
- Promoted open lines communication between upper management lower-level staff addressing concerns suggestions promptly professionally.
- Expedited problem-solving during shoots by providing solutions to unforeseen challenges or obstacles that arose on set.
- Communicated with other crew members via walkie talkies to coordinated production activities.
- Supported current production needs by moving items between equipment, conveyors, and staging areas.
- Assisted with tasks for radio broadcasts, video production and other multimedia projects.
- Stayed alert, active, and ready to respond to any request at any time using variety of available resources.
- Completed wide range of tasks in diverse filming areas to support operations.
Administers Assistant at a Law Firm
Calendo, Puckett, Sheedy
Glendale, CA
02.2005 - 09.2006
- Assisted manager in all aspects of business operations.
- Greeted guests in with friendliness and professionalism.
- Answered incoming phone calls to process requests, transfer calls, or relay messages to appropriate personnel.
- Safeguarded sensitive information through proper documentation handling, data entry, and record maintenance procedures.
- Answered and managed incoming and outgoing calls while recording accurate messages for distribution to office staff.
- Performed wide-ranging administrative, financial and service-related functions.
- Completed daily logs for management review.
- Opened and properly distributed incoming mail to promote quicker response to client inquiries.
- Proofread and edited documents for accuracy and grammar.
- Volunteered to help with special projects of varying degrees of complexity.
Education
Bachelors Of Communication - Advertising/PR. Minor in Dance.
California Lutheran University
Thousand Oaks05.2007
Skills
- Choreography expertise
- Positive Reinforcement
- Organization
- Teaching techniques
- Injury Prevention
- Customer Service
- Dance Theory Knowledge
- Classroom leadership
- Student Mentoring
- Competition Preparation
- Physical Fitness
- Competition experience
- Costume design
- Performance background
- Group dance instruction
- Creating Choreography
- Dance background
- Mentoring
Certification
Lagree certified trainer. Balanced Body certified trainer. Yoga alliance 200 hr certified.
Timeline
Pilates Instructor
Complete Pilates
03.2018 - 04.2019
Certified Pilates Instructor
Pilates Plus Santa Clarita
06.2013 - 09.2024
High School Softball Coach
Hart High School
11.2012 - 07.2014
Yoga Instructor
YogaWorks
05.2011 - 11.2016
Curriculum Specialist
Newhall Elementary School
09.2009 - 06.2014
VIP Tour Guide/ Performer
Disneyland Park
09.2008 - 08.2009
Advertising Sales Representative
University Link Magazine
12.2007 - 04.2008
Dance Instructor
Dance Studio 84
09.2007 - Current
Key Production Assistant
“Something Like a Business”
09.2007 - 11.2007
Key Production Assistant
“Inalienable” Movie
07.2007 - 09.2007
Administers Assistant at a Law Firm
Calendo, Puckett, Sheedy
02.2005 - 09.2006
Bachelors Of Communication - Advertising/PR. Minor in Dance.
California Lutheran University