Summary
Overview
Work History
Skills
Certification
Interests
Timeline
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Jennifer Sheldon

Jennifer Sheldon

Director & Choreographer
Pipestone,MN

Summary

Qualified Director with solid background in directing theater productions and fostering collaborative environment. Successfully led multiple productions, enhancing creative vision and ensuring smooth execution. Demonstrated strong leadership and communication skills, motivating teams and managing diverse talent.

Consistently delivered high-quality productions through strategic planning and artistic direction. Proven track record of fostering positive team environment and driving successful outcomes.

Overview

19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Director

Arts & Mentoring Project
01.2024 - Current
  • Frozen Jr. Musical (2024)
  • Developed high-performing teams by providing mentorship, guidance, and opportunities for professional growth.
  • Structured every day camp. Mentorship all ages.

Choreography

Arts & Mentoring Project/Calumet Players
01.2013 - Current

Lion King Jr. Musical (AMP)

Moana Jr Musical (AMP)

The Greatest Showman

Scrooge (2023 AMP)

Beat It (Talent Show with Calumet Players)

Shake It Off (Calumet Players One Acts)

Firework (Calumet Players One Acts)

Frozen Jr. Musical (AMP)

Peter Pan (Tiger Lily-featured dancer, Calumet Players)

Reggie Gorter Vocal Studio (grade 4-5 choreographer/AMP)

AWANA-FCC (Worship Leader)

Director

Calumet Players
01.2016 - 03.2017

Children's Director: Silver's Secret, Becoming Shakespeare

Stage Manager: Angel Street

Children's Assistant Director: Princess Who

Children's Producer: Gran's Guide to Stop an Ogre, Monsters Under the Bed

Worship Leader/Pastor

Faith Community Church
04.2011 - 02.2013

Sunday School Coordinator

Faith Community Church
12.2007 - 04.2011
  • Enhanced student engagement by incorporating age-appropriate activities and multimedia resources into Sunday School lessons.
  • Built, managed and upgraded K-5 educational program.
  • Trained and supervised religious education instructional staff.
  • Increased attendance at Sunday School classes by implementing targeted outreach efforts within the congregation.

Children's Worship Leader

Faith Community Church
12.2007 - 03.2011
  • Choreography
  • Developed programs for holidays and unique events.
  • AWANA program children's worship leader.
  • Led, inspired & guided worship team members.

Sunday School Children's Worship Leader

Peace United Methodist Church
11.2005 - 11.2007
  • Children 3yrs-5th grade
  • Director Children's Bell Choir.

Skills

  • Vocal experience
  • Instrumental skills
  • Music management
  • Team oversight
  • Teaching
  • Community service

  • Leadership development
  • Excellent communication
  • Organizational skills
  • Team collaboration
  • Project management
  • Creativity and innovation

Certification

Professional Organizer


Interests

  • Youth Development Programs
  • Youth mentor, providing guidance and support to empower the next generation of leaders
  • Yoga
  • Dance

Timeline

Director

Arts & Mentoring Project
01.2024 - Current

Director

Calumet Players
01.2016 - 03.2017

Choreography

Arts & Mentoring Project/Calumet Players
01.2013 - Current

Worship Leader/Pastor

Faith Community Church
04.2011 - 02.2013

Sunday School Coordinator

Faith Community Church
12.2007 - 04.2011

Children's Worship Leader

Faith Community Church
12.2007 - 03.2011

Sunday School Children's Worship Leader

Peace United Methodist Church
11.2005 - 11.2007
Jennifer SheldonDirector & Choreographer