Diego Ballesteros
Clearfield
Summary
Dynamic professional dancer with extensive experience performing in lead roles for prestigious companies like Royal Caribbean International and Odyssey Dance Theatre. Excelled in styles including Hip Hop, Jazz, and Ballroom, showcasing versatility and technical proficiency. Demonstrated leadership and public speaking skills through outreach programs. Achieved remarkable success in choreography and performance opportunities across Asia and Europe.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Professional Dancer
Royal Caribbean International
01.2023 - 11.2024
Royal Caribbean "Navigator of the Seas"
Dancer
Feb. 2024 - Nov. 2024
- Toured through Mexico
Royal Caribbean "Spectrum of the Seas"
Dancer
Jan. 2023 - Dec. 2023
- Toured through Asia
Professional Dancer
Utah Jazz
08.2021 - 05.2022
- Performed as one of the first male dancers under the direction of Ashley Kelson
- Gained choreography/performance opportunities
- Developed leadership and public speaking skills
- Participated in outreach and charity appearances
Professional Dancer
Odyssey Dance Theatre
08.2015 - 07.2021
- Danced in lead roles under the direction of Derryl Yeager
- Performed in 6 consecutive European tours
- Danced in works choreographed by Mia Michaels, Christian Denice, Derryl Yeager, Bonnie Story, Garrett Smith
Professional Dancer
Underground Dance Company
08.2012 - 04.2014
- Participated in community outreach program providing performance opportunities for underprivileged students
- Coordinated with choreographers to refine movement and enact intended vision
- Developed professional relationships with dance professionals, choreographers and performers
Education
High School Diploma -
Syracuse High School
Syracuse, UT09.2011
Skills
- Hip Hop
- Jazz
- Contemporary
- Ballet
- Ballroom
- Tumbling
Timeline
Professional Dancer
Royal Caribbean International
01.2023 - 11.2024
Professional Dancer
Utah Jazz
08.2021 - 05.2022
Professional Dancer
Odyssey Dance Theatre
08.2015 - 07.2021
Professional Dancer
Underground Dance Company
08.2012 - 04.2014
High School Diploma -
Syracuse High School
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