Luke Portillo
San Diego,CA
Summary
Experienced Production Manager and versatile Choreographer with expertise in enhancing entertainment production quality. Proficient in leading various performer techniques and well-versed in diverse cultural backgrounds. Dedicated Director committed to delivering exceptional performance and show quality. Excellent at time-management to uphold budget standards, while meeting deadlines.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Production Specialist/Choreographer
Legoland California Resort
Carlsbad, CA
12.2019 - Current
- Created rehearsal schedules to be compliant with labor and budget needs, without jeopardizing show integrity.
- Upheld a consistently high level of quality for shows in the park
- Leading rehearsals and working different flexible rehearsal hours.
- Coordinated with directors in the selection of costumes, music, effects, and skilled dancers.
- Successfully oversaw all aspects of show production and execution at the park.
- Researched various dance backgrounds to reflect diverse cultural backgrounds in choreography.
- Finishing shows before deadlines.
- Collaborated with other departments to coordinate workflow between teams.
- Provided support when needed in order to meet tight deadlines.
- Conducted audition processes for potential cast members.
Dance Instructor
Various Studios
San Diego, CA
01.2010 - 12.2022
- Instructed groups of individual and coupled dancers in different dance styles.
- Coached sub-optimal and replacement performers on dance techniques and choreography for numbers.
- Selected age-appropriate music and maintained up-to-date knowledge of students' favorite music to incorporate into lessons.
- Adapted teaching style for students of different ages and experience, ranging from beginner to advanced skill levels.
- Maintained effective working relationships with staff members, students and parents.
Wedding Estate Supervisor
Trademark Venues
San Marcos, CA
05.2017 - 12.2019
- Planned and Prepared weddings events on specified property
- Catering setup experience
- Meeting deadlines for events (roughly 4 weddings a week)
- Leading and coordinating a team create successful events
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Dance
University of California, Riverside
Riverside09.2016
Skills
- Meeting Budget/Labor Standards
- Project management
- Coaching and Mentoring
- Show auditing
- Relationship and team building
- Technique practice
- Active listening
- Critical thinking
- Microsoft Suite
- Talent Acquisition/Talent Management
- Media Collaboration
Accomplishments
Numerous shows produced at Legoland California Resorts, Including:
- The LEGO World Parade
- Zombie Cheer Crew (2022, 2023, 2024)
- Legoland's 20th anniversary "Birthday Dance Party"
- Brick or Treat - The Midnight Monster Jam
- Benny's Dance party (2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024)
- The Jingle Jamboree (2021, 2022,2023)
- Repurposed "V.I.M." Halloween show
- Benny's Ugly Sweater Party (2022, 2023)
- The School of Spinjitsu (2022, 2023,2024)
- Ceremony of the Elements (Ninjago Weekends)
Timeline
Production Specialist/Choreographer
Legoland California Resort
12.2019 - Current
Wedding Estate Supervisor
Trademark Venues
05.2017 - 12.2019
Dance Instructor
Various Studios
01.2010 - 12.2022
Bachelor of Arts - Dance
University of California, Riverside
Similar Profiles
Mariana MartinezMariana Martinez
Employee at Legoland California ResortEmployee at Legoland California Resort
Quinn MillerQuinn Miller
Content Creator at Legoland California ResortContent Creator at Legoland California Resort
Junior ArasolaJunior Arasola
Arcade Technician at Legoland California ResortArcade Technician at Legoland California Resort