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Colleen Cross

Butler,NJ

Summary

I am planning on relocating to the Greenville area and was excited to see your opening for a Production Manager.

I currently own a very successful dance studio in New Jersey and feel that my skills would be a great fit to manage your two performances.


Prior to owning my own business, I was an Executive Assistant to CEO, COO and VP's. I am dedicated professional, very thorough in my my work & a fast typist. I can do data entry, typing and handle follow up customer service issues.

I enjoy developing programs, schedules and building curriculums for students ages 2 1/2 through adult. Creating newsletters, handling emails, excel spreadsheets, publications in Canva, Publisher and Word are a few of the areas I do on a regular basis. I am responsible for producing and directing plays, stage shows, theatre and dance performances. I personally hire and schedule crew members for lighting, sound and tech. I am very knowledgeable in lighting design with some sound engineering. I enjoy editing music and typing show programs, course brochures and fliers.


I manage a staff of 20 including dance teachers and office staff that report to me. I personally handle all client relations with parents and students.

Overview

27
27
years of professional experience

Work History

Artistic Director

Self Employed
08.2010 - Current
  • Achieved individual and troupe success through enhanced collaborative and communications skills.
  • Directed day-to-day business operations and made strategic decisions to further organizational goals and fiscal objectives.
  • Oversaw installation and operation of on-set sound and lighting equipment to achieve superior production results.
  • Established and maintained productive, professional working relationships to promote beneficial project results.
  • Contributed to creative process through original ideas and inspiration.
  • Implemented artistic vision to give art purpose and meaning.
  • Exercised and demonstrated use and mastery of elements of design to meet goals.
  • Researched industry trends and evaluated competitive pieces to enhance creativity and gather fresh ideas.
  • Met aesthetic and technical criteria to complement design usability and enhance functionality with attractive layouts.
  • Worked with creative teams to develop concept designs for campaigns that resonated with target audiences.
  • Directed photo shoots for print and digital media, reviewing each element against client standards and expectations.
  • Monitored progress of projects, keeping on schedule and within budget.
  • Fostered highly communicative, collaborative team culture on visual product projects.
  • Collaborated with marketing and advertising teams to maintain brand consistency across campaigns.
  • Oversaw implementation of editing, color correction and other post-production processes.
  • Developed style guides to promote consistent branding across projects.

Choreographer/Director

Self-employed And Various Contracts
01.1997 - Current
  • Choreographed performances for individuals and groups.
  • Developed new choreography for shows and organized rehearsals with team members.
  • Discovered and utilized talents of team.
  • Composed sequences of steps and moves for dancers.
  • Prepared student groups for competitions with routines, exercise regimens and instruction on specific techniques.
  • Helped students understand rhythm, leaps, turns and posture.
  • Helped students work on facial expressions to match dance moves.
  • Managed exercise, conditioning and flexibility improvement programs.
  • Implemented creative and challenging choreography to push students to next level.
  • Established and enforced safety standards, promoting warm-up exercises and proper technique.
  • Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
  • Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
  • Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
  • Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
  • Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
  • Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
  • Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
  • Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
  • Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
  • Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
  • Adaptable and proficient in learning new concepts quickly and efficiently.
  • Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
  • Strengthened communication skills through regular interactions with others.
  • Paid attention to detail while completing assignments.
  • Worked flexible hours across night, weekend and holiday shifts.
  • Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
  • Identified issues, analyzed information and provided solutions to problems.
  • Cultivated interpersonal skills by building positive relationships with others.

Education

High School Diploma -

Wayne Valley High School
Wayne, NJ
06.1986

Skills

  • Creates class schedules for students
  • Interviews, hires dance, voice & theatre teachers for programs
  • Creates workshop classes
  • Hires & schedules master teachers for the studio
  • Directs 15 faculty and a team of 5 employees
  • Oversee programs for 400 families & 700 students
  • Hires crew for approximately 10 performances per season
  • Schedules crew & faculty for shows, programs & classes
  • Directs and Produces approximately 10 performances per season
  • Choreographs for competitions & performances
  • Handles payroll for full team
  • Contracts with daycare centers for performing arts programs & creates schedule, contracts, etc
  • Handles all applications for stage usage rentals
  • Handles insurance
  • Creates tech & creative sheets and directs full crew for shows
  • Assists in developing lighting and sound design for all shows

Accomplishments

ADCC Award for dance studios that compete

June 2022

In 2018, 2021, and 2022 we won The Studio of Excellence Award at dance competition. This award is given by participating ADCC member competitions to a studio of their choice that best exemplifies the values of The ADCC, which include working together and striving for excellence.

Winning studios who register are listed in the directory below and featured in our magazine, The Competitive Advantage.


My dance studio selected Best of Bergen County

February 2018

Voted Best Dance Studio in Bergen County in 2012 & 2018


Dynamic Duo by Dance Teacher Magazine

January 2016

Dance Teacher Magazine did a write up on my business partner & I as the Dynamic Duo of Dance Studio Owners


Dance Studio Above & Beyond Dance

January 2014

Dance Magazine wrote an article on us - A Studio Above & Beyond Dance recognizing our performances & fundraising benefits.


Best Choreographer nomination

June 2009

Colleen choreographed Crazy for You for The Academy of Holy Angels High School in Demarest, NJ, which earned her a nomination for best choreography of a musical with the Helen Hayes High School Theatre Awards. Colleen produces and directs shows in the tri-state area working along with top dance companies and vocalists.


Top 50 Studios on the Move!

March 2008

Dance Teacher Magazine & Dance Spirit Magazine selected our studio as 1 of the Top 50 Studios on the Move!

Affiliations

ADCC



Timeline

Artistic Director

Self Employed
08.2010 - Current

Choreographer/Director

Self-employed And Various Contracts
01.1997 - Current

High School Diploma -

Wayne Valley High School

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