KERRY H. BRUSO
Winter Garden,FL
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Maintenance Choreographer
Walt Disney World
05.2023 - Current
- Maintain choreography, blocking, and staging for parades and shows within the parks by partnering with the Show Director, Choreographer, or Dance Captain.
- Responsible for teaching, demonstrating, and retaining choreography and intent to Performers.
- Plan and execute rehearsal processes for effective results from Performers. Collaborate with Rehearsal Partners to have efficient processes in place.
- Identify and evaluate performers' abilities. Maintain show quality with verbal constructive critiques for Performers.
- Maintain, update, and create parade and show documentation for reference and teaching purposes.
- Communicate and problem-solve with Entertainment Partners.
- Develop and implement warm-up/conditioning programs for Performers.
CHARACTER PERFORMER
Walt Disney World Resort
01.2018 - 05.2023
- Facilitate seamless interactions between Guests and Cast Members with show and courtesy
- Upheld character integrity utilizing the 5 Keys for numerous Guest interactions
- Performer in "Main Street Trolley Show", "Move It Shake It Mousekedance It!", "Festival of
- Fantasy Parade", "Boo to You Parade", "Mickey's Celebration Cavalcade", and "Disney
- Friends Cavalcade"
- Collaborate with fellow performers, show directors, and choreographers to bring Guest service and courtesy to Guests
- Member of the Recognition Committee.
LIFEGUARD- TRAINER
Walt Disney World Resort
11.2020 - 07.2021
- Trained future Cast Members to be prepared and comfortable in the lifeguard role using the 5 Keys
- Monitored safety of Guests and Cast Members in and around recreation areas
- Learned and maintained proficiency in first responder skills such as First Aid and CPR to offer individuals in distress optimal support
- Performed tasks in a high pressure, fast-paced environment
- Brought courtesy, efficiency, and safety to Guests at resorts.
CHOREOGRAPHER
GUEST TEACHER, Center Pointe Performing Arts
01.2013 - 01.2018
- Guest taught variety of styles including musical theatre, tap, contemporary, jazz, and ballet
- Created choreography for variety of styles and ages
- Collaborated with current Teachers to inspire new choreography.
BALLET INSTRUCTOR, E-Street Dance Academy
08.2017 - 12.2017
- Responsible for teaching intermediate and advanced ballet classes
- Assisted with coordination and administration of dance program
- Communicated with Students and Parents with strong verbal and written communication
- Established different styles of teaching to accommodate Students of all capabilities.
PRODUCTION ASSISTANT
Ann Lacy School of American Dance and Entertainment
08.2013 - 05.2017
- Created and maintained props for American Spirit Company productions
- Provided great Client service and administrative support for Professors, Students, and
- Guests
- Worked closely with Stage Manager to provide effective and efficient assistance for business operations in a theatrical setting
- Coordinated with entertainment operating areas, production teams, and creative partners
- Communicated professionally by phone and email with all talent and with multiple work teams.
Education
MBA - Business Administration- Project Management
Purdue University Global
03.2023
Bachelor of Performing Arts - Dance
Oklahoma City University
Oklahoma City, OK05.2017
Skills
- Strong analytical, strategic, and creative problem-solving skills
- Strong organizational and time management skills
- Ability to prioritize and direct multiple tasks in high pressure, fast-paced environment
- Strong verbal, written, and interpersonal communication abilities
- Experience building relationships and collaborating with Partners
- Experience working within Windows environment, including Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook
- Experience with 5 years in Entertainment
- Experience bringing the 5 Keys to Guests and Cast Members
Timeline
Maintenance Choreographer
Walt Disney World
05.2023 - Current
LIFEGUARD- TRAINER
Walt Disney World Resort
11.2020 - 07.2021
CHARACTER PERFORMER
Walt Disney World Resort
01.2018 - 05.2023
BALLET INSTRUCTOR, E-Street Dance Academy
08.2017 - 12.2017
PRODUCTION ASSISTANT
Ann Lacy School of American Dance and Entertainment
08.2013 - 05.2017
CHOREOGRAPHER
GUEST TEACHER, Center Pointe Performing Arts
01.2013 - 01.2018
MBA - Business Administration- Project Management
Purdue University Global
Bachelor of Performing Arts - Dance
Oklahoma City University
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