Kristin Nicolaisen
Creative Director
Austin,TX
Summary
Passionate artist and creative director with over 15 years of successful experience in studio ownership, direction and management. Recognized consistently for performance excellence and contributions to success in the dance and media industry. Strengths in customer service, client detail, communications and studio programming backed by extensive training and experience.
Overview
5
5
years of post-secondary education
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Founder/Co-Owner
Balance Dance Studios
Austin, TX
06.2012 - 05.2020
- Conceptualized creative program
- Created business plan
- Designed studio graphics and promotional material
- Conceived and oversaw studio construction
- Website design
- Managed human resources
- Guided administrative detail
- Head instructor and author of syllabi
- Creator and director of award winning dance company
- Organized, coordinated and directed multiple productions and events
- Met individual client needs by discussing student aspirations, evaluating skill sets, including individual investment abilities, in order to create optimal training schedules.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
Instructor/Choreographer
Alisa's Dance Academy
Austin, TX
08.2005 - 06.2012
- Led multiple students of all age groups in learning various dance movements, steps and disciplines.
- Choreographed award winning performances for individuals and groups.
- Developed new choreography for shows and events, as well as, organized rehearsals with team members.
- Prepared student groups for competitions with routines, exercise regimens and instruction on specific techniques.
- Identified issues, analyzed information and provided solutions to problems.
- Resolved problems, improved operations and provided exceptional service.
Production Assistant
Clear Channel Communications, Inc.
Austin, TX
01.2003 - 12.2005
- Reviewed activities for production team to complete tasks on time.
- Created timetables and production commitments using data from event forecasts.
- Supported current production needs by moving items between equipment, conveyors and staging areas.
- Maintained maximum organization and productivity by properly sorting project components and event details
Bartender
Chuy's Restaurant Company
Austin, TX
06.2002 - 05.2004
- Organized bar inventory and storage procedures to keep stock within optimal levels and meet expected customer demands.
- Managed accurate register and produced daily sales reports backing up inventory usage numbers.
- Upsold daily specials and beverage promotions to exceed daily sales goals.
- Polished glassware, bussed tables and removed debris to keep customer areas fresh and clean.
- Consulted with managers to organize special events and promotions
Professional Dancer
Rainmaker Artists
Austin, TX
02.2003 - 08.2005
- Company dancer
- Company choreographer
- Touring back-up dancer
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Communications & Sociology
Texas State University
San Marcos, TX 08.2002 - 05.2007
Skills
Communications
undefinedTimeline
Founder/Co-Owner
Balance Dance Studios
06.2012 - 05.2020
Instructor/Choreographer
Alisa's Dance Academy
08.2005 - 06.2012
Professional Dancer
Rainmaker Artists
02.2003 - 08.2005
Production Assistant
Clear Channel Communications, Inc.
01.2003 - 12.2005
Bachelor of Arts - Communications & Sociology
Texas State University
08.2002 - 05.2007
Bartender
Chuy's Restaurant Company
06.2002 - 05.2004
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