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John Abi Samra

Los Angeles,CA

Summary

Dynamic professional with a creative vision and strong leadership skills. Successfully developed original choreography and mentored aspiring individuals , enhancing their artistic expression. Adaptable and detail oriented, committed to excellent communication and problem solving. Proven ability in event planning and social media, ensuring high-quality productions while fostering collaboration among team members.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience

Work History

Choreographer

Laguna Beach High School
Laguna Beach, California
02.2024 - Current
  • Developed new choreography for shows an organized rehearsals with team members.
  • Evaluated dance auditions, selecting individuals for specific roles in a production.
  • Created a variety of original routines for different classes according to skill level.
  • Mentored aspiring dancers, providing guidance on technique and artistic expression to improve their skills.

Assistant Dance Director/ Instructor

Barekamutiun Dance Studio
North Hollywood, California
01.2020 - 12.2023
  • Managed budgets for productions, ensuring financial efficiency while maintaining high-quality standards in all aspects of the show.
  • Maintained records for all aspects of production including attendance, costume inventory and rehearsal schedules.
  • Generated lesson plans each week that covered stretching, conditioning, warm-ups and routines.
  • Collaborated with other instructors to create group performances for competitions and productions.

Event Planner

Castaway Burbank
Burbank, California
09.2018 - 12.2019
  • Coordinated schedules and timelines for events.
  • Collaborated with participating vendors during event planning.
  • Utilized social media to promote events and promote events and increase attendance.
  • Established working relationships with clients by organizing various events.
  • Communicated with clients to understand their vision and requirements clearly.

Front Desk Receptionist/ Dance Instructor

RC Dance Center
Burbank, California
06.2017 - 06.2018
  • Greeted and assisted clients upon arrival at the dance center.
  • Processed payments and managed financial transactions for classes and events.
  • Tailored each class to meet student needs and abilities to allow dancers to progress in each style of dance.
  • Facilitated workshops for dancers to refine technique and overall performance.

Dance Instructor

Burbank High School
Burbank, California
09.2015 - 05.2017
  • Monitored student progress over time to ensure they are meeting their goals.
  • Collaborated in team-based environment to uphold instruction quality.
  • Organized and monitored rehearsals to ensure the quality of performances.
  • Planned recitals and performances to showcase student progress.

Education

High School Diploma -

Burbank High School
Burbank, CA
05-2014

Some College (No Degree) -

Glendale Community College
Glendale, CA

Skills

  • Creative Vision
  • Time Management
  • Detail Oriented
  • Excellent Communication
  • Flexibility and Adaptability
  • Problem Solving
  • Multitasking
  • Organizational skills
  • Event Planning
  • Social Media
  • Collaborative
  • Leadership skills

Languages

Arabic
Native/ Bilingual
French
Professional

Timeline

Choreographer

Laguna Beach High School
02.2024 - Current

Assistant Dance Director/ Instructor

Barekamutiun Dance Studio
01.2020 - 12.2023

Event Planner

Castaway Burbank
09.2018 - 12.2019

Front Desk Receptionist/ Dance Instructor

RC Dance Center
06.2017 - 06.2018

Dance Instructor

Burbank High School
09.2015 - 05.2017

High School Diploma -

Burbank High School

Some College (No Degree) -

Glendale Community College

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