Ne'Kia Carter
Picayune ,MS
Summary
Experienced and motivated instructor and choreographer for 10 years. Passion for highlighting students current abilities with the progression of new techniques. Actively produced performances, competitions, commercials, videos, productions, parades, local events and annual recital. Member of Dixie Dance Masters and Dance Teachers United. Excellent communication skills with parents, administration and students.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Co-Director/Choreographer
Xfinity Dance Academy
Picayune, MS
09.2011 - 07.2017
- Recruited and met with prospective students to discuss their experience and goals.
- Image consultant for Elite Competition team
- Scheduled class times, rehearsals and parent meetings regularly
- Finalized age appropriate costumes and performance attire
- Choreographed routines for each student while implementing classroom structure
- Accepted studio bookings and social media promotion and advertisement
- Implement healthy relationships and board of progressional skills
- Updated social media post, videos, website inquiries, and build branding
Student Teacher
Bayhi School of Dance
Picayune , MS
08.2003 - 09.2005
- Assisted studio owner with smaller children
- Helping make calendar for parents
- Taught songs and games for ballet class
- Assigned groups
Instructor/Show Director
Community of Christian Youth
Picayune, MS
06.2009 - 07.2013
- Mentored at risk youth
- Introduced fundamentals of dance
- Coordinated lineup for talent show guest
- Developed youth skills for their performances
Education
Medical Assistant
Delta College
2014
Associate of Applied Science - Business Marketing and Managenent
Pearl River Communtiy College
2011
High School Diploma - General Studies
Picayune Memorial High School
2009
Skills
- Human Anatomy knowledge
- Creativity in enhancing artistry
- Organizing lesson plans by age and level
- Team building techniques
- Technical in Classical and Urban styles
- Organized Time/Meeting Deadlines
Affiliations
Dance Masters of America
Dance Teachers United
Community of Christian Youth Advisor
PRCC Alumni Club
DECA Alumni
Certification
Dance Masters Of America
-Ballet and Jazz Certified
Performance History
2017- "Hair Extravaganza"- Fashion/Hair Show (Creative Director, Choreographer)
2015- "Pump It Up"- Heels Intensive, LA
(HipHop, Heels, Fitness)
2013- "It's Going Down Tonight", "Crazy"
Music Video-Tysen Davis
2010-2013 "Southern Christmas Show"
(Backup Dancer, Choreographer)
2009-2013/Picayune Community Center
"CCHY Talent Show"-Shining Stars
(Choreographer, Coordinator, Soloist)
2007-Picayune High School
"West Side Story" (Dance Ensemble, Asst. Girls Choreographer, Girls Trio), "Beauty and the Beast" (Ensemble, Kick Company, Asst. Choreographer)
2005-2007/Picayune High School
Forensics Team-Theatre
(Ensemble, Lead Dancer, Novist Monologue, Gold Star, Choreographer)
2005-2006/ Picayune High School
Tidal Rave Show Choir (Dance Captain)
"City Lights" Opening Number/Finale
2004-2005/Unity Dance Intensive, TX
(Ballet, Tap, HipHop, Jazz, Modern)
2003-2004/Dream Makers Intensive, AL
(Ballet, Tap, Musical Theatre)
2002- Boys and Girls Clubs of America
Young Stars Program
(Choreographer/Creative Director)
Timeline
Co-Director/Choreographer
Xfinity Dance Academy
09.2011 - 07.2017
Instructor/Show Director
Community of Christian Youth
06.2009 - 07.2013
Student Teacher
Bayhi School of Dance
08.2003 - 09.2005
Medical Assistant
Delta College
Associate of Applied Science - Business Marketing and Managenent
Pearl River Communtiy College
High School Diploma - General Studies
Picayune Memorial High School