Ryan Burton
Seattle,WA
Summary
Friendly and dedicated professional with a diverse background in management, hospitality, retail, and coordination. Known for building strong relationships with residents, clients, and team members through clear communication, empathy, and reliability. Skilled in organization, problem-solving, and creating welcoming environments where people feel valued and supported. Brings a hands-on leadership style, attention to detail, and a genuine passion for helping others. Excited to take the next step as a Residential Property Manager and bring a people-first approach to every aspect of community management.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Coordinator
Dolce & Gabbana Beauty
Seattle, WA
06.2024 - Current
Studio Manager
International Ballet Academy
Bellevue, WA
04.2024 - 06.2025
- Manage day-to-day studio operations, including scheduling classes, rehearsals, and events.
- Oversee studio maintenance, cleanliness, and safety standards.
- Handle student enrollment, attendance tracking, billing, and payment processing.
- Coordinate with instructors regarding class schedules, substitutes, and curriculum needs.
- Maintain accurate records of staff, students, and studio finances.
- Serve as the primary point of contact for parents, students, and prospective clients.
- Address inquiries, concerns, and feedback promptly and professionally.
- Foster a positive, inclusive, and encouraging environment within the studio.
- Assist in developing and executing marketing strategies to increase enrollment.
- Manage studio social media accounts, website updates, and promotional materials.
- Coordinate studio events, such as recitals, competitions, workshops, and open houses.
- Support budgeting, financial reporting, and expense tracking.
- Help manage payroll, instructor contracts, and vendor relationships.
- Monitor class profitability and recommend improvements.
- Recruit, onboard, and schedule instructors and front-desk staff.
- Facilitate staff meetings and communicate updates effectively.
- Support artistic staff in maintaining program quality and consistency.
Company Member
International Ballet Theatre
Bellevue, WA
02.2011 - 06.2024
- Engage in ongoing and frequent practice in order to perfect their craft
- Audition for open positions at ballet dance companies and for roles in upcoming performances
- Learn production choreography and rehearse both individually and with other company dancers
- Perform productions in front of live audiences
- Collaborate with choreographers to refine or modify dance steps
- Coordinate dancing with that of partners or dance ensembles
Fragrance Model
Coty Inc./The Beauty Space
Seattle, WA
03.2021 - 06.2024
- Travel to retailers within the Seattle metropolitan area that offer Coty Fragrances (Macy’s/Nordstrom.)
- Provide fragrance consultations, supporting and contributing to overall Coty Fragrance sales.
- Consistently met daily sales goals which resulted in Southcenter Macy’s being the first million dollar Coty door in the northwest.
Bartender/Server
The Queer Bar
Seattle, WA
09.2021 - 03.2024
- Provide table service during performances and at regular serving hours.
- Prepare alcohol or non-alcohol beverages for bar and restaurant patrons.
- Assess customers’ needs and preferences and make recommendations
- Restock and replenish bar inventory and supplies
- Comply with all food and beverage regulations
Market Trainer
FIRST AID BEAUTY
Seattle, WA
10.2019 - 11.2021
- Travel to retailers within the Seattle metropolitan area that offer First Aid Beauty (Sephora/Ulta.)
- Confer with customer to understand their skin care needs.
- Suggest possible skin care regimens to meet said customer requirements. Perform skin care treatments such as facials and exfoliation.
- Achieve or exceed sales goals in accordance with productivity objectives.
- Provide in depth training on brand to employees within retailer.
- Maintain organization, cleanliness and stock brand gondola within visited retailers.
Services Coordinator/Beauty Advisor
SEPHORA UNIVERSITY VILLAGE
Seattle, WA
11.2016 - 10.2019
- Drive client bookings and engagement with services, classes, and events. Ensure employees are engaging clients with Sephora's innovative digital tools that compliment the shopping experience.
- Support all store events. Work with store brand representatives to schedule visits for training. Understand store goals, opportunities and trends.
- Participated in the Sephora Beauty Studio team (utilized advanced artistry skills to provide customized makeup applications that included lash application, brow shaping, facial contouring, and often re-creation of celebrity looks).
Education
High School Diploma -
Lake Washington High School
Kirkland, WASkills
- Multitasking and organization
- Customer service
- Data entry
- Decision-making
- Outreach event coordination
- Studio management
- Scheduling coordination
- Client rapport
- Creative direction
- Budget administration
- Process improvement
- Business administration
- Vendor management
- Problem-solving
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Strong work ethic
- Exceptional customer service
- Cash handling
- Guest engagement
- Choreography
- Flexibility and agility
- Friendly, positive attitude
- Pet care needs
Timeline
Coordinator
Dolce & Gabbana Beauty
06.2024 - Current
Studio Manager
International Ballet Academy
04.2024 - 06.2025
Bartender/Server
The Queer Bar
09.2021 - 03.2024
Fragrance Model
Coty Inc./The Beauty Space
03.2021 - 06.2024
Market Trainer
FIRST AID BEAUTY
10.2019 - 11.2021
Services Coordinator/Beauty Advisor
SEPHORA UNIVERSITY VILLAGE
11.2016 - 10.2019
Company Member
International Ballet Theatre
02.2011 - 06.2024
High School Diploma -
Lake Washington High School