Caitlyn Prest
Oak Creek,WI
Summary
Dynamic and creative professional with experience at Oak Creek Franklin School District and Academy of Performing Arts, specializing in choreography and fostering a passion for dance and performance. Excelled in encouraging participation and enhancing performances through innovative program development and effective collaboration. Skilled in dance technique development and audience engagement, demonstrating a unique blend of artistic and interpersonal abilities.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Student
Oak Creek Franklin School District
Oak Creek, Wisconsin
06.2024 - Current
- Encouraged camper participation and engagement through enthusiastic leadership and role modeling.
- Collaborated with other counselors to develop creative ideas for afternoon programs and activities for campers.
- Ensured compliance with health and safety guidelines to prevent accidents and spread of illnesses.
- Helped participants enjoy activities while ensuring adherence to protocol.
Dance and Musical Theater Assistant
Academy of Performing Arts
Oak Creek, WI
09.2022 - Current
- Attended rehearsals and provided support when needed for larger productions or events.
- Encouraged positive attitude among students while maintaining a professional demeanor at all times.
- Collaborated with music directors to select and arrange music that complements dance routines and enhances performances.
- Assisted in creating choreography for upcoming performances.
- Maintained a positive and encouraging classroom environment, fostering a passion for dance and creativity among students.
- Motivated and coached students of varying levels to play songs and jingles.
- Coordinated with school, students and parents regarding afterschool rehearsals and performances.
- Taught students theater terminology and performance skills.
- Led activities such as and for students in groups and individually.
Education
High School Diploma -
Oak Creek High School
Oak Creek06-2027
Skills
- Audition preparation
- Hip-hop foundations
- Tap dance technique
- Jazz dance technique
- Ballet
- Choreography
- Rehearsals and daily practice
- Dance technique development
- Stage performance
- Character portrayal
- Event performance
- Live performance
- Harmony singing
- Memorization techniques
- Reading sheet music
- Phrasing and articulation
- Solo performances
- Choir performances
- Vocal techniques
- Vocal stamina
- Audience engagement
Affiliations
- High School Choir
- Girls Scouts of Southeast Wisconsin
- Musical Performances - Alice in Wonderland, Little Mermaid, Annie Jr, Elf Jr., Addams Family
- Dram Performances - Puffs
- 2024-2025 Student Director for Edgewood Elementary Musical
Languages
Spanish
Limited
Accomplishments
- Honor Roll 3.5 GPA
- 2023 Triple S Dance National Teen Novice Tap Champions
- Spanish Club Historian
- OCHS Choir Officer
Certification
- Red Cross CPR and Babysitter Certified
- National Dance Honor Society
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Student
Oak Creek Franklin School District
06.2024 - Current
Dance and Musical Theater Assistant
Academy of Performing Arts
09.2022 - Current
High School Diploma -
Oak Creek High School
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