Samantha Jackson
Summary
Talented Dancer offers experience in Ballroom, Ballet, Tap, Jazz, and more genres. Delivers strong performances and perfects routines to meet choreographer expectations. Enthusiastic professional works hard to master challenging dance routines.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Dance Instructor
Spark Dance Academy
08.2019 - Current
- Enhanced student performance by incorporating diverse dance styles and techniques in lessons.
- Assisted studio owners in boosting class enrollment through effective marketing and promotional efforts.
- Developed personalized lesson plans to cater to individual student needs, resulting in improved dance skills.
- Fostered a supportive learning environment by promoting positive reinforcement and constructive feedback.
- Implemented injury prevention strategies during warm-ups and cool-downs, ensuring safe practice for all participants.
Front Desk Agent
Courtyard by Marriott
03.2021 - Current
- Continually maintain a working knowledge of all company products, services, and promotions
- Process guest arrivals and departures, including all necessary payments
- Oversaw guest registration reservations and other clerical duties with a focus on quality and courtesy
- Verified accuracy, completeness, and legibility of accounting, reservations and guest services
- Offer referrals and recommendations according to customer’s needs on features, accessories, upgrades and rate plans
- Communicate with all hotel departments efficiently and maintain the function board in the hotel lobby
- Oversee training of new employees within my department
- Confirm sufficient supplies are ready and available to last the entire shift
- Direct phone calls as necessary and ensure incidental services (movies, phones, video games, etc.) are active or restricted.
Student Dance Director
BYU-Idaho
05.2014 - 05.2016
- Choreographed and performed in new theatrical performances for ensemble's senior team
- Contributed to successful productions through diligent rehearsal and commitment to perfecting complex routines.
- Worked with directors to select costumes, music, effects and qualified dancers
- Oversaw flexibility and strength conditioning for performers
- Defined strategies and created a plan to achieve ambitious operational objectives.
Disney College Program
Walt Disney World Resort
01.2013 - 04.2013
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
Keyholder/Customer Service
Bath and Body Works
05.2015 - 11.2017
- Maintained accurate and attractive merchandise displays to maximize purchases
- Welcomed customers, offered to help locate items and suggested merchandise without being intrusive or pushy
- Processed merchandise returns and exchanges for customers to refund payments, trade items and offer store credit
- Followed all company policies, rules and procedures to promote company goals and maintain safety
- Completed all assigned training to stay updated on important policies and procedures
- Arranged merchandise for display to highlight new styles, attract customers and enhance sales.
Education
Bachelor’s of Interdisciplinary Studies, Dance and Psychology -
Brigham Young University-Idaho
Rexburg, ID12.2016
Skills
- Dance Background
- Audience Engagement
- Stage Presence
- Partnering Techniques
- Dynamic Energy
Timeline
Front Desk Agent
Courtyard by Marriott
03.2021 - Current
Dance Instructor
Spark Dance Academy
08.2019 - Current
Keyholder/Customer Service
Bath and Body Works
05.2015 - 11.2017
Student Dance Director
BYU-Idaho
05.2014 - 05.2016
Disney College Program
Walt Disney World Resort
01.2013 - 04.2013
Bachelor’s of Interdisciplinary Studies, Dance and Psychology -
Brigham Young University-Idaho
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