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Nadine A. Buys-Blackmore

Las Vegas,NV

Summary

Committed job seeker with a history of meeting company needs with consistent and organized practices. Skilled in working under pressure and adapting to new situations and challenges to best enhance the organizational brand.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience

Work History

Fitness Instructor

LVAC - Las Vegas Athletic Clubs
Las Vegas, NV
10.2023 - Current
  • Provide personal training services to clients according to their individual needs.
  • Encourage participants to reach their fitness goals with positive reinforcement techniques.
  • Ensure that all equipment was properly maintained in accordance with safety protocols.
  • Advise members on proper use of fitness equipment during group sessions.

Veterinary Receptionist

Southwest Animal Hospital
Las Vegas, NV
07.2023 - 10.2023
  • Greeted clients and their pets upon arrival at the clinic.
  • Answered incoming calls, scheduled appointments, and provided information to clients regarding services offered.
  • Filed medical records in an organized manner for easy access when needed.
  • Processed payments from clients including cash, credit cards, and checks.
  • Assisted veterinarians with administrative tasks such as scheduling appointments and maintaining patient files.
  • Provided customer service by answering questions related to pet care and medications prescribed by the veterinarian.

Dance Performer

Tailormade Group
Johannesburg, South Africa
12.2016 - 06.2022
  • Performed solo and group dances in various styles, including jazz, contemporary and hip-hop at professional venues.
  • Organized and rehearsed routines for performances with other dancers.
  • Attended auditions for new roles or projects related to dance performance.
  • Worked closely with directors to ensure that the final product was up to performance standards.
  • Developed relationships with industry professionals through networking opportunities at events.
  • Worked closely with choreographers to perfect performance of dance moves.
  • Built and cultivated lasting professional relationships with other dancers, choreographers and performers by attending social events and maintaining communication.
  • Learned choreography quickly and adapted to changes in choreography seamlessly by maintaining physical and mental flexibility.

Dance Teacher

Twinkle
Hong Kong, Hong Kong SAR
07.2019 - 08.2021
  • Instructed students in the basics of various dance styles such as ballet, jazz, kpop and contemporary.
  • Developed and implemented age-appropriate lesson plans for dance classes.
  • Assessed student progress through observation and feedback during class sessions.
  • Provided individual feedback on student performance to help them improve their skills.
  • Built positive relationships with students, parents, colleagues and administrators.
  • Provided individual attention when needed to help students with specific skill development issues.

Dance Performer

Dada Masilo
Johannesburg, South Africa
05.2014 - 05.2019
  • Performed complex contemporary dance for live audiences of up to 500 people.
  • Traveled extensively between different countries and cities when performing with Dada Masilo.
  • Organized and rehearsed new choreography with fellow dancers.
  • Maintained a strict daily practice schedule to stay in top physical condition.
  • Dressed appropriately for rehearsals and performances while adhering to costume guidelines provided by directors.
  • Performed classical, modern or interpretive dances in productions, expressing stories, rhythm and emotional tone.
  • Developed creative concepts for upcoming shows or seasons.
  • Worked closely with artistic directors throughout entire process from auditioning to performance execution.
  • Attended regular company meetings to discuss progress and any updates or changes needed for production.
  • Assisted with marketing efforts through appearances at local festivals or community events.
  • Participated in auditions for potential new members into organization's cast or crew.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Dance Pedagogue

University of Cape Town
South Africa

Skills

  • Sales Support
  • Product Upselling
  • Product Recommendations
  • Stock Management
  • Opening and Closing Procedures
  • Cash Handling
  • Processing Payments
  • Team Member Motivation
  • Project Planning
  • Excellent Communication
  • Effective Customer Upselling
  • Art experience
  • People and relationship driven
  • Highly organized
  • Collaborative
  • Results-oriented
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills
  • Proficiency with Mac Operating System, IOS devices, Microsoft Office and Google Applications

Volunteer Work

  • Gay Games 11 Hong Kong, Project Assistant for Arts and Culture - provide support to team for all performance related events, September 2021 to February 2022 ( Hong Kong SAR )
  • Paws United Charity, Duty manager - coordinate tasks at the shelter and delegate them amongst the volunteers on duty, May 2021 to September 2021 ( Hong Kong, SAR )

Timeline

Fitness Instructor

LVAC - Las Vegas Athletic Clubs
10.2023 - Current

Veterinary Receptionist

Southwest Animal Hospital
07.2023 - 10.2023

Dance Teacher

Twinkle
07.2019 - 08.2021

Dance Performer

Tailormade Group
12.2016 - 06.2022

Dance Performer

Dada Masilo
05.2014 - 05.2019

Bachelor of Arts - Dance Pedagogue

University of Cape Town

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