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Makayla Wiser

Elk River,MN

Summary

Accomplished Assistant Competition Director/Dance Choreographer at North Ballet Academy, demonstrating exceptional team leadership and technical knowledge in choreography. Achieved over 83 top-10 placements and 4 choreography awards, reflecting a strong focus on performance analysis and physical fitness. Expert in coaching and mentoring, with a proven track record of national and regional successes.

Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.

Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.

Skilled Choreographer talented managing instruction and support for multiple dancers. Proficient in posture, technique, rhythm and steps. Friendly and upbeat communicator with passion for helping dancers to build solid foundation of skillful technique. Adept at helping dancers condition for challenging routines. Good planner, organizer and problem-solver with proven choreography skills and specialization Style

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience

Work History

Assistant Competition Director/Dance Choreographer

North Ballet Academy
06.2021 - Current

During the time at North Ballet Academy, has acted as the Assistant Competition Choreographer, teaching dances from Novice- advanced, In the styles of Jazz, Contemporary, Lyrical.

Choreographed on Average 17 competition routines each year. (Including Solo, Duet, Small Group, Trios)


Has received over the last two competition seasons 4 Choreography awards, 3 artistry nominations, 1 National Champion routine, 1st place overall high score 9 times, had routines place in the overalls over 83 times (top 10 or higher), received over 17 Judges awards.


Helped registering for local and national competitions, as well as Showcases, performances, and monthly competition workshops.


Worked closely with dancers on Physical health and growth with fitness to assist in strength and conditioning or flexibility goals.

Acrobatic Program Director

North Ballet Academy
06.2021 - Current

Received Acrobatic Arts License in July of 2023, bringing in the program for the first time to North Ballet Academy.


Implied tremendous strength, conditioning, and flexibility knowledge and training into the studio program with this certification.


Is Preschool Acrobatic Arts Certified.


In July 2024, will be expanding knowledge by taking Ariel and Back Handspring Progressions Course through the Acrobatic Arts Program.


In July 2024, Will be taking the Module 2 Acrobatic Arts Course to teach levels 7- Preprofessional 2 of Acrobatic Dance.

Aviation Fueler

Minnesota Army National Guard
12.2017 - Current

Petroleum Supply Specialist in the Minnesota Army National Guard, with the Rank of Sergeant.


Received 1 of 11 Governors awards for Service during the Minneapolis Civil Unrest during 2020 riots, for maintaining the safety and wellbeing of a paramedic team during a hostile incident within the City, as acting Vehicle and Mission Commander.


Utilized advanced technology tools for precise measurement of delivered gallons, maintaining accuracy throughout the entire process.


Calculated gallons pumped per aircraft while maintaining accurate account of fuel transactions.

Serves as a Section Leader SGT for Platoon during Fueling and Field Operations.


Provides service to the Country one weekend a month, 2 weeks out of the Summer.


State side active duty service during the Derek Chauvin Trials for a 4 week period in 2021.


Served on a team of 9 people, being the only female helping provide fuel and air support during the Duluth Wild Fires in 2022.


Has an Army Physical Fitness score in the 19th Percentile, putting physical health and fitness knowledge first.


Achieved zero accidents or injuries through adherence to strict safety standards during all aspects of the refueling process.


Coordinated with flight crews to ensure accurate communication regarding fuel requirements and delivery times.

Head Instructor/Dance Choreographer

Just For Kix
08.2018 - 06.2021

Acted as a Recreational Head Instructor, and Competition Line Choreographer.


Expanded Knowledge in High School dance team, and conducted "High School dance team Prep" classes throughout the season, assisting Coaches and students in Strength, conditioning, body awareness, routine cleanliness and Kick Technique, and Injury Prevention.


Implemented the Studio's Contemporary program,

providing more styles of opportunity for students wanting to broaden their education.


Had 4 National Title Winning routines during the 4 years of Coaching, 2 of those routines being Undefeated for the duration of their competition Season, and countless 1st place regional wins.


Started up Studios Tap Program, providing more styles of opportunity for students wanting to broaden their education.


Provided constructive feedback on student work, helping them to refine their skills and grow as learners.

Education

High School Diploma -

Coon Rapids High School
Coon Rapids, MN
06.2017

Skills

  • Coaching experience
  • Physical Fitness
  • Injury Prevention
  • Attention to Detail
  • Team Leadership
  • Team building
  • Coaching and Mentoring
  • Team motivation
  • Organizational Leadership
  • Technical knowledge
  • Performance Analysis
  • Delegation Abilities

Timeline

Assistant Competition Director/Dance Choreographer

North Ballet Academy
06.2021 - Current

Acrobatic Program Director

North Ballet Academy
06.2021 - Current

Head Instructor/Dance Choreographer

Just For Kix
08.2018 - 06.2021

Aviation Fueler

Minnesota Army National Guard
12.2017 - Current

High School Diploma -

Coon Rapids High School
Makayla Wiser