Rachel Morano (Sedona)
Anchorage,Alaska
Summary
Skilled in high-pressure performance environments, developing strong physical and creative abilities. Demonstrates understanding of choreography, body mechanics, and audience engagement. Seeking to transition these skills into new field, focusing on creating impactful and engaging experiences.
Overview
1
1
Certification
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Aerialist Performer
Insomniac
Las Vegas, NV
05.2026 - Current
- Perform risk assessments to ensure compliance with safety regulations.
- Foster a supportive atmosphere among fellow performers through active collaboration, communication, and encouragement backstage.
Founder and Operator
Cirque Perspective LLC
Anchorage, Alaska
02.2024 - Current
- Manage business operations, coordinating with artists and event organizers to enhance marketing and social media outreach effectiveness.
- Cultivate an inclusive and creative atmosphere at events to promote artistic expression and collaboration among participants.
Aerialist Showgirl
The Great Alaskan Bush Company
Anchorage, Alaska
10.2022 - Current
- Develop and present innovative shows that fuse exotic dance, aerial arts, partner acrobatics, and local musical talent to enhance audience experience.
- Oversee marketing strategies for self-promotion and sales of events and original show productions.
Guest Circus Artist
Inspyral Circus
Delta Junction, AK
07.2025 - 07.2025
- Performed synchronized choreography and partner balancing on a freestanding aerial hoop, ensuring seamless execution under dynamic live conditions.
- Implemented and monitored strict safety measures to ensure compliance during rig setup and testing of high-risk aerial components.
Education
Bachelor's & Master's - Social Work
Norther Arizona University
Flagstaff, AZ08.2021
Skills
Apparatus Specialties
Primary:
- Chains & Lyra
Secondary:
- Sling, Silks, Flying Pole, Cube, Lollipop
Specialty Acts:
- Male-Female Aerial and Acrobatic Duo Act
- Hand to Hand Comedy Mime Act
- Group Cube Act
- "Unbound" Chains Act
- "Game of Survival" Duo Chains Act
Additional Skills:
- Intermediate Contortion
- Intermediate Hand Balancing
- Beginner Fire Spinning
Certification
200 Hour Yoga Teacher Certification
Licensed Master Social Worker
First Place in Canadian Pole and Aerial 2026 Championship
Timeline
Aerialist Performer
Insomniac
05.2026 - Current
Guest Circus Artist
Inspyral Circus
07.2025 - 07.2025
Founder and Operator
Cirque Perspective LLC
02.2024 - Current
Aerialist Showgirl
The Great Alaskan Bush Company
10.2022 - Current
Bachelor's & Master's - Social Work
Norther Arizona University