Talented Choreographer and Performer skilled in instructing and supporting dancers, performers and troupes. Well-versed in posture, dance techniques, specific moves and rhythm sensitivity. Positive and upbeat team player with dedication to performance quality.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
Work History
Choreographer
Adirondack Regional Theatre
Plattsburgh
01.2024 - 06.2024
Instructed performers on how to move their bodies in a precise manner.
Organized and rehearsed dancers to ensure that performances were of the highest quality.
Monitored progress during rehearsals by providing feedback on individual performances.
Conducted audition processes for potential cast members.
Mentored young dancers on proper technique in order to improve their skills.
Collaborated with directors, producers, and costume designers to create the desired effect.
Dancer/ Dance Teacher for Sleeping Beauty Ballet
Adirondack Dance Company
Plattsburgh, NY
03.2024 - 05.2024
Maintained physical fitness through regular exercise and stretching techniques.
Applied makeup before each show according to specific requirements outlined by director.
Organized props, costumes, music and other materials needed for performances.
Provided individual feedback on student performance to help them improve their skills.
Encouraged creative expression through improvisation exercises.
Assisted in designing costumes for performances according to the theme or story line chosen.
Taught a variety of techniques including stretching, leaps, turns and jumps.
Assessed student strengths and weaknesses to determine areas needing improvement.
Advised parents on how they can best support their child's development in dance.
Demonstrated proper technique while teaching new movements or steps.
Organized and monitored rehearsals to ensure the quality of performances.
Theatre Actor in Rocky 2023
Adirondack Regional Theatre
Plattsburgh, NY
08.2023 - 10.2023
Collaborated with directors on character development and scene blocking.
Worked closely with makeup artists to ensure the desired look was achieved.
Interviewed well with media outlets to promote upcoming films or shows.
Received constructive criticism from directors in order to improve performances.
Developed strong vocal projection skills for large theater venues.
Adapted quickly to changes in direction from the director or choreographer.
Maintained professional behavior at all times while representing the theater company.
Conveyed each character's story through speech, body language and movement.
Theatre Actor in The Sound of Music
Adirondack Regional Theatre
Plattsburgh, NY
01.2023 - 05.2023
Learned intricate lines, blocking and stage directions.
Sang supporting vocals in musicals while dancing choreographed routines onstage.
Collaborated with other performers to create a unified production.
Education
Teaching Certificate 2 in Cecchetti Ballet Method, Passed Grade 9 in Cecchetti Ballet Method -
Adirondack Dance Academy
Plattsburgh, NY
Skills
Rhythm proficiency
Film and Video Production
Technique practice
Competition-level routines
Dance Instruction
Ballet Foundation
Differentiated Instruction
Mentoring abilities
Injury Prevention
Technique improvement
Timeline
Dancer/ Dance Teacher for Sleeping Beauty Ballet
Adirondack Dance Company
03.2024 - 05.2024
Choreographer
Adirondack Regional Theatre
01.2024 - 06.2024
Theatre Actor in Rocky 2023
Adirondack Regional Theatre
08.2023 - 10.2023
Theatre Actor in The Sound of Music
Adirondack Regional Theatre
01.2023 - 05.2023
Teaching Certificate 2 in Cecchetti Ballet Method, Passed Grade 9 in Cecchetti Ballet Method -