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Katrina Kazumura

Katrina Kazumura

Elgin,IL

Summary

Gifted singer with three years of vocal training and clear, delicate singing voice. Successful in singing various styles and genres with excellent range. Self-assured and highly skilled at delivering solos for large audiences, while evoking emotion and keeping the guests engaged. Well versed in acting, with ten years of theme park acting experience.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience

Work History

Actress

Six Flags Great America
Gurnee, IL
06.2012 - Current
  • Captured audience's attention by channeling and exhibiting emotions based on the character I was cast to portray for each season.
  • Learned designated performance locations and fellow cast members to understand characters' relationships and develop role interpretations.
  • Performed scary, humorous and serious interpretations of emotional actions and situations, using body movements and gestures.
  • Researched roles by reading material or shadowing people similar to portrayed character.
  • Danced with block party ensembles for entertaining and comedic performances to engage guests, while also teaching them specific dances being performed.
  • Sang whenever given the opportunity to hold the microphone.
  • Managed quick changes into costume and make up to be available for the opening parade or festivities, depending on the season.

Singer

Freelance
, IL
03.2022 - Current
  • Back up singer for events needing the National Anthem performed.
  • Worked with a vocal coach to improve vocal range.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Media Arts And Animation

The Illinois Institute of Art-Schaumburg
Schaumburg, IL
03.2017

Skills

  • Ten Years of Theme Park Acting
  • Vast Singing Range
  • Active Listening
  • Performing with a Choir
  • Critical Thinking
  • Audience Engagement
  • Taking Cues and Direction
  • Harmony Knowledge
  • Solos and Ensembles
  • A Capella
  • Acting
  • Drawing
  • Vocal projection

Hobbies

  • Singing (constantly)
  • Drawing
  • Painting
  • Sewing hats

Timeline

Singer

Freelance
03.2022 - Current

Actress

Six Flags Great America
06.2012 - Current

Bachelor of Arts - Media Arts And Animation

The Illinois Institute of Art-Schaumburg
Katrina Kazumura