Gabrielle-Lyn Blanchard
Rosharon,TX
Summary
Experienced Color Guard Director with a decade of performance expertise, adept at choreography, instruction, and leadership. Proven track record in enhancing team cohesion, elevating performance standards, and achieving competitive success. Skilled in designing innovative routines, fostering individual growth, and maintaining a positive learning environment. Passionate about cultivating talent and shaping memorable performances.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Color Guard Director
Ridge Point High School
08.2020 - Current
- Design color guard programs that effectively compliment and enhance visual and musical program
- Served as a liaison between parents, school administrators, and performers
- Developed and implemented training plans for new color guard members
Color Guard Technician
Undaunted Winter Guard
11.2023 - Current
- Provided feedback to performers about their technique and execution of moves.
- Traveled with teams for competitions at various locations throughout the year.
Color Guard Technician
Genesis Drum and Bugle Corps
10.2022 - Current
- Assisted in creating a technical program for performers
- Respectful and safe communication with staff and performers through boundaries and personal knowledge of relationships
Color Guard Technician/ Choreographer
Iowa Colony High School
08.2022 - Current
- Main Choreographer and design consultant
- Attended weekly competitions for TCGC
Color Guard Technician/ Choreographer
Stephen F Austin High School
08.2020 - 05.2023
- Utilized fast pace environments to choreograph and write for any situation
- Overlooked the logistics of managing students
Performance Experience
Origins Performing Arts
- 2023 WGI Independent World Class Finalist
- 2022 WGI Independent Open Class Finalist
The Cadets Arts & Entertainment
- 2023 DCI World Class Finalist
Spirit Independent
- 2021 WGI Independent World Class
- 2019 WGI Independent Open Class
Black Gold Organization
- 2020 WGI Open Class
The Troopers Drum & Bugle Corps
- 2019 DCI World Class Semi-Finalist
- 2018 DCI World Class Semi- Finalist
The Oregon Crusaders Drum & Bugle Corps
- 2017 DCI World Class Semi-Finalist
Santa Fe High School (2014-2018)
- Captain leadership position (2016-2018)
Accomplishments
- Ridge Point High School- 2024 TCGC Scholastic AA State Finalist
- Iowa Colony High School- 2024 TCGC Scholastic Regional A Bronze Medalist, 2023 TCGC Novice Class Champion
- Stephen F Austin High School- 2023 TCGC Scholastic AA State Finalist
References
Eric Weingartner, Director of Bands, Ridge Point High School
(480) 388-7010, Eric.Weingartner@Fortbendisd.com
Jacoby Taylor, Director, Undaunted Winter Guard
(832) 882-8042
Tatiana Higgins, Color Guard Director, Iowa Colony High School
(281) 935-7380, Thiggins@alvinisd.net
Manuel Rabell, Color Guard Caption Superviso, Genesis Drum & Bugle Corps
(407) 394-5717
Timeline
Color Guard Technician
Undaunted Winter Guard
11.2023 - Current
Color Guard Technician
Genesis Drum and Bugle Corps
10.2022 - Current
Color Guard Technician/ Choreographer
Iowa Colony High School
08.2022 - Current
Color Guard Director
Ridge Point High School
08.2020 - Current
Color Guard Technician/ Choreographer
Stephen F Austin High School
08.2020 - 05.2023
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