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Jessica Holker

Orem

Summary

Professional dancer, director, choreographer, and instructor. Trained and proficient in numerous styles including but not limited to ballet, jazz, contemporary, lyrical, hip-hop, commercial/industry, ballroom, musical theater, acro and certified yoga instructor. Numerous years in the Dance and Broadway industry as a performer herself and also passionate about building the next generation with proper instruction and inspiration

Overview

25
25
years of professional experience

Work History

University Dance Instructor

University Of Utah
08.2023 - Current
  • Planned routines for constructive learning and performances.
  • Created healthy and safe learning environment for all students by implementing class rules and promoting mutual respect and gentle discipline.
  • Communicated with students in person, and via email, to resolve issues and answer questions.
  • Planned, prepared, and delivered lesson plans introducing students to dance techniques and broadway history.

Adjudicator

Spotlight Dance Cup, Thunderstruck National Tour
02.2015 - Current

Hold duties as a Dance Adjudicator of all ages 4-19 in all styles of dance. Master Class facilitator, and director of stage productions for National Finale.

Involved with numerous local Utah productions for conventions and competitions, including but limited to Premier Dance Competition, Dance America, and Utah Dance Review

Dance Instructor, Performer and Choreographer

Nationwide
08.1998 - Current
  • Performed at different types of events as professional dancer for 15+ years
  • Celine Dion's A NEW DAY (dancer/soloist)
  • Le Reve Las Vegas (dancer?aerilist)
  • Radio City Music Hall's Christmas Spectacular (assistant director)
  • Tokyo DisneySea (principle)
  • Cirque du Soliel VIVA ELVIS (dancer/soloist)
  • Odyssey Dance Theater (principle/solist)
  • Mia Micheals RAW European Tour (soloist)
  • Dee Caspary's IV Productions (soloist)
  • and not limited to commercial, stage and film work.
  • Other artists include Elton John, Jerry Seinfeld, Wayne Brady, Dian Diaz
  • Instructed and choreographed to all ages from the age of 16 to present all across the nation for 22+ years holding numerous Choreography awards
  • Developed and executed marketing plans to increase studio business.

Yoga Instructor and Guest Facilitator

Numerous Employers
09.2009 - Current
  • Certified in Ashtanga Vinyasa, Chakra Vinyasa, Hot Power Flow, Yin and Resorative, AIReal yoga
  • Facilitated numerous yoga styles and practices to clients of all levels and education.
  • Maintained positive relationships with class members through personalized and knowledgeable service.
  • Private, Group, and Corporate.
  • Not limited to large productions; Cirque du Soliel ,Radio City Music Hall, and YoungLiving.

Director of Dance Department

San Juan Diego Catholic High School
08.2020 - 05.2022
  • Had the oppurtunity to reformat the entire Dance program including adding Yoga, meditation and history of all styles to both Middle and Highschool students.
  • Created, directed, designed concerts, assemblies and musicals
  • Helped in organizing numerous fundraising and team events

Education

High School Diploma -

Orem High School
Orem, UT
05.2000

Skills

  • Natural Leader
  • Communication skills
  • Productive and punctual
  • Studio Management
  • Task oriented
  • Director of Dance
  • 4 time national champion
  • Creative direction
  • Fresh and innovative

Timeline

University Dance Instructor

University Of Utah
08.2023 - Current

Director of Dance Department

San Juan Diego Catholic High School
08.2020 - 05.2022

Adjudicator

Spotlight Dance Cup, Thunderstruck National Tour
02.2015 - Current

Yoga Instructor and Guest Facilitator

Numerous Employers
09.2009 - Current

Dance Instructor, Performer and Choreographer

Nationwide
08.1998 - Current

High School Diploma -

Orem High School
Jessica Holker