Kyla Owen
New York,NY
Summary
Purpose-driven, emerging creative professional with a foundation in live performance, wellness, and production support. Experienced in high-stakes, people-centered environments— bringing a unique blend of empathy, precision, and communication to every project. Holds a deep passion for entertainment and media’s power to connect and elevate culture.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Summer Artist Support Team -Wellness Intern
Joffrey Ballet School
New York, New York
05.2025 - 08.2025
- Coordinated care and programming for over 1,500 pre-professional dancers during world-renowned NYC intensives
- Supported event logistics and backstage coordination during performances, maintaining a calm and solutions-oriented presence under pressure
- Acted as liaison between artists, faculty, and healthcare providers to ensure safe, efficient communication during fast-paced programs
Administrative Assistant Intern
Joffrey Ballet School
New York, New York
05.2024 - 08.2025
- Served as a central point of contact for hundreds of dancers and families, balancing administrative coordination with frontline support in a high-volume, high-pressure environment
- Facilitated daily operations across departments with clarity, care, and adaptability
- Acted as on-call support and live-in staff, handling urgent matters after hours and ensuring smooth operations for residential students
President
The Dance Project
Tallahassee, FL
05.2024 - 05.2025
- Led a mission-driven arts organization focused on expanding access to dance, responsible for doubling partner sites through strategic outreach and relationship-building
- Directed production of weekly classes, original curriculum, and public performance events—blending creativity with operational planning
- Oversaw all internal and external communication as the organization’s primary representative, while leading a cross-functional executive board across media, events, and finance teams—ensuring alignment and execution of goals.
Recruitment Coordinator
Dance Marathon at FSU
Tallahassee, FL
05.2023 - 03.2025
- Spearheaded recruitment strategy for one of the Southeast’s largest student-run philanthropies, driving engagement and retention across thousands of participants
- Coordinated live event production for a 30-hour dance marathon, supporting emcees, performers, and programming in a high-energy, mission-driven environment
- Aligned storytelling with strategic outreach and branding to elevate visibility and strengthen participant connection to the cause
Education
Bachelor of Science - Exercise Physiology
Florida State University
Tallahassee, FL08-2025
Skills
- Effective and engaging written and verbal communication
- Production and live event coordination
- Creative programming and problem solving
- Empathy, discretion, and emotional intelligence
- Initiative and adaptability
Tools
Google Suite, Canva, Adobe Acrobat, Slack, Microsoft Office, iMovie
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Summer Artist Support Team -Wellness Intern
Joffrey Ballet School
05.2025 - 08.2025
Administrative Assistant Intern
Joffrey Ballet School
05.2024 - 08.2025
President
The Dance Project
05.2024 - 05.2025
Recruitment Coordinator
Dance Marathon at FSU
05.2023 - 03.2025
Bachelor of Science - Exercise Physiology
Florida State University
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