Elena Gimenez
The Dance Company, Inc.
New York,NY
11
years of professional experience
Highly experienced professional dancer, teacher, and choreographer based in New York City. Formally trained in Ballet, Contemporary, Modern Dance, Jazz, Musical Theatre, and Tap. Experienced independent and collaborative choreographer for competitive dance groups and solos.
Work History
Dance Teacher
3 Years- Designed and implemented engaging dance curricula for various age groups and skill levels.
- Choreographed award-winning solos and group pieces for recitals and competitions, showcasing student talent and creativity.
- Conducted individual and group lessons, cultivating a supportive environment that encouraged student growth and confidence.
Company Member
3 Years- Company member
- Toured internationally, performing repertoire by Yue Yin, Lar Lubovitch, Igal Perry, Roderick George, Chanel DaSilva, Dolly Sfeir, Kate Skarpetowska, and Davidson Farias
- Taught masterclasses overseas for the company
- Daily ballet training with Igal Perry, Beth Ferrell, etc
- PCDC Summer Intensive Teacher 2026
Traveling Choreographer
8 Years 9 Months- Award winning choreographer; Best choreography, DanceAgains, Best of Radix, First Place overall, etc.
- YAGP solo choreography; Top 10 Placements
- Highly sought after solo choreographer, specializing in contemporary, jazz, and lyrical
- Over 100 dance choreographed and competed
Contemporary/Modern Clinician
11 Years- Corps de Ballet Intensive, 2020-2026
- Company Dance Intensive, 2021-2026
- Instructed Contemporary, Modern, Ballet, and Jazz Technique for students aged 3-18, fostering skill development and creativity
- Provided one-on-one instruction to students through private lessons in Contemporary, Ballet, and Jazz Technique
- Expert at cleaning group and solo numbers
Company Member
1 Year- Performed works by Robert Battle, Aszure Barton, Douglas Dunn, José Limón, Merce Cunningham, Grady Bowman, Brenda Daniels
- Attended summer intensives with Hubbard Street, Perry-Mansfield (José Limón), Northwest Dance Project, The Cambrians
Education
BFA - Contemporary Dance
Skills
Effective communication
Music and Video Editing
Social Media Marketing
Strong Organizational Skills
Encourages Open and Positive Learning Environment
Good Communicator
Strong Work Ethic
Former Competitive Dancer
TRAINED IN
- Contemporary
- Modern
- Cunningham, Limón, Counter-Technique, Release Technique
- Ballet
- Jazz
- Tap
- Musical Theatre
- Hip-Hop
CONTACT
- Email: elenagimenez599@gmail.com
- Phone: 256 348 9768
- Instagram: @elenagimenez
Timeline
Dance Teacher
Moves and Motions School of Dance
08.2023 - CurrentRead More
Company Member
Peridance Contemporary Dance Company
08.2023 - CurrentRead More
Company Member
SALT2 Contemporary Dance Company
01.2021 - 01.2022Read More
Traveling Choreographer
The Dance Company, Inc.
11.2017 - CurrentRead More
Contemporary/Modern Clinician
The Dance Company, Inc.
08.2015 - CurrentRead More
University of North Carolina School of The Arts
BFA from Contemporary Dance
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