Olivia Rodriguez
Summary
Elevating the art of dance at Manhattan Youth Ballet, I honed exceptional flexibility and balance alongside fostering teamwork and collaboration. My dedication to performance presence and choreography memorization led to significant improvements in group routines, showcasing creativity and originality in every move.
Professional dancer with proven ability to master complex choreography and adapt to new styles. Strong focus on team collaboration and achieving results, consistently reliable and adaptable to changing needs. Skills include technique, creativity, and stage presence, valued for discipline, perseverance, and positive attitude.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Dance Student
Manhattan Youth Ballet
09.2021 - Current
- Developed strong technical skills through consistent practice and dedication to mastering various dance styles.
- Enhanced student performance by developing and implementing diverse dance techniques.
- Exhibited professionalism during all scheduled classes, rehearsals, events through punctuality preparedness commitment growth mindset.
- Aided new students by offering guidance and mentorship, ensuring their smooth transition into the dance program.
- Provided constructive feedback to peers, leading to heightened performance quality in group routines.
- Increased audience engagement during performances by incorporating expressive movements and storytelling elements.
- Contributed positively to group projects, working collaboratively with peers on choreography development and execution.
- Promoted physical fitness and well-being among fellow dancers by leading warm-up sessions before classes and rehearsals.
- Picked up choreography moves easily and immediately incorporated changes in choreography or new moves by staying flexible.
- Performed in multiple roles by attending daily rehearsals to perfect execution of dance movements.
- Developed professional relationships with different dance professionals, choreographers, and performers by actively listening and effectively communicating.
Babysitter
Multiple Families Within Lehigh Valley Church
03.2013 - Current
- Communicated positively with children and guardians.
- Maintained a clean and organized environment to ensure the well-being of children under care.
- Played games, worked on puzzles, and read books to young children.
- Prepared healthy, age-appropriate snacks and meals.
- Assisted with meal preparation, light housekeeping and laundry to support family with additional chores.
- Improved child safety by vigilantly monitoring play areas and consistently enforcing rules.
Dance Student
American Ballet Theatre
09.2017 - 06.2021
- Strengthened stage presence through focused practice on facial expressions, body language, and emotional connection to the music.
- Collaborated with fellow dancers and instructors for improved choreography and performances.
- Demonstrated versatility as a performer by successfully adapting to multiple roles within various productions.
- Improved flexibility and strength through diligent conditioning exercises, resulting in enhanced overall dancing ability.
Junior Dance Teacher
Bayridge Ballet
09.2015 - 08.2017
- Enhanced student performance by implementing creative and engaging dance routines.
- Provided constructive corrections to encourage students to learn steps and improve dancing.
- Created healthy and safe learning environment for all students by implementing class rules and promoting mutual respect and gentle discipline.
- Cultivated a positive learning environment by establishing clear expectations and fostering open communication between students, parents, and staff.
Dance Student
Bayridge Ballet School
09.2015 - 08.2017
- Built positive relationships with classmates, fostering a supportive learning environment within the dance studio.
- Demonstrated versatility as a performer by successfully adapting to multiple roles within various productions.
- Assisted in organizing successful recitals, showcasing the talents of fellow dance students.
- Developed strong technical skills through consistent practice and dedication to mastering various dance styles.
- Actively participated in workshops led by guest artists, broadening skill set and gaining valuable industry insights.
- Collaborated with fellow dancers and instructors for improved choreography and performances.
Dance Student
Brooklyn Ballet
01.2011 - 09.2015
- Strengthened stage presence through focused practice on facial expressions, body language, and emotional connection to the music.
- Built positive relationships with classmates, fostering a supportive learning environment within the dance studio.
- Collaborated with fellow dancers and instructors for improved choreography and performances.
- Actively participated in workshops led by guest artists, broadening skill set and gaining valuable industry insights.
Education
High School Diploma -
Homeschooled
49 Nightshade Court East Stroudsburg Pa 1830205-2025
Skills
- Discipline and focus
- Musicality and rhythm
- Flexibility and balance
- Performance presence
- Stage etiquette
- Choreography memorization
- Creativity and originality
- Body coordination
- Injury prevention
- Audition preparation
- Constructive criticism
- Teamwork and collaboration
Accomplishments
Project Plie award recipient
Full Scholarship awarded for training with American Ballet Theatre and Manhattan Youth Ballet
Performed in Sleeping Beauty at the Metropolitan Opera with America Ballet Theatre
Performed in the Brooklyn Dance Festival
Dancewear model for Balletlove.co
Timeline
Dance Student
Manhattan Youth Ballet
09.2021 - Current
Dance Student
American Ballet Theatre
09.2017 - 06.2021
Junior Dance Teacher
Bayridge Ballet
09.2015 - 08.2017
Dance Student
Bayridge Ballet School
09.2015 - 08.2017
Babysitter
Multiple Families Within Lehigh Valley Church
03.2013 - Current
Dance Student
Brooklyn Ballet
01.2011 - 09.2015
High School Diploma -
Homeschooled
Similar Profiles
Brooke McCollamBrooke McCollam
Dance Teacher at Okatie Youth BalletDance Teacher at Okatie Youth Ballet
Keitha CampeauKeitha Campeau
Artistic Director at Royal City Youth BalletArtistic Director at Royal City Youth Ballet
Emma MeeksEmma Meeks
Costume Design Assistant at Jean White, Metropolitan Youth BalletCostume Design Assistant at Jean White, Metropolitan Youth Ballet