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Sarah Kraft

Fraser,Michigan

Summary

Seasoned Dance Choreographer with exceptional teaching ability and patience working with students of diverse ages and abilities. Great success developing students' love of dance and building revenues through class growth. Background includes choreograph for both competition studios,high school and collegiate dance teams, recital planning, performance management and classroom instruction. Very passionate about instilling the love of dance in dancers, as well as techniques and strength for long-term benefits. Inviting dancers to Invest in the process of creating their own paths and experiences with dance.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience

Work History

Choreographer

Sarah Kraft Choreography
08.2008 - Current
  • Choreographer for multiple studios, with competition soloists, duets and groups.
  • Choreographer for collegiate and high school dance teams
  • Prepared student groups for competitions with routines, exercise regimens and instruction on specific techniques.
  • Implemented creative movement workshops and master classes, fostering an environment of collaboration and exploration among performers.

Artistic Director/Competition Director/Choreographer

Drop Everything & Dance Studio Inc.
01.2007 - Current
  • Full Time Artistic Director
  • In charge of Competition Program / Head Choreographer
  • Oversaw rehearsal schedules, ensuring efficient use of time while maintaining high artistic standards throughout the process.
  • Facilitated communication between all team members, fostering a positive work environment for creativity to thrive.
  • Implemented educational outreach programs that engaged local communities in arts appreciation and participation.
  • Directed day-to-day business operations and made strategic decisions to further organizational goals and fiscal objectives.
  • Teaching Instruction for dancers between the ages of 3 to adult
  • Teaching: Pom, Jazz, Lyrical, Contemporary, Hip Hop, improv at Introduction and Competition level classes
  • Work with competition companies, clothing companies and dance personal


Competition Judge

Kids Artistic Revue /Rainbow Dance Competition
01.2017 - Current

Head Choreographer & Instructor

Reaction Dance Force
08.2010 - Current


  • Competition Judge
  • Competition Dance Team Choreography
  • Choreographed and performed in flash mobs
  • Head instructor Private dance camps and master classes
  • In charge of Music selection, Music editing, choreography & notes for camps
  • Competition Judge

Varsity Dance Team Coach

Roseville High School
08.2008 - 06.2010

Education

Bachelors of Science in Fine and Performing Arts with a major in dance -

Wayne State University
Detroit, MI
05.2015

Completed General Education/Business classes -

Macomb Community College
Clinton Township, MI
08.2010

Skills

  • Creative vision
  • Teaching experience
  • Emotional connection
  • Dance Instruction
  • Technique instruction
  • Innovative Choreography

Accomplishments


  • NDA Collegiate Jazz National Championship 2024
  • Industry Dance Award Winner 2023
  • Hall of Fame dance 5X National Champion 2023
  • Showstopper National champion choreography
  • Outstanding Choreography Awards
  • Teacher of the year / Best studio
  • Technique Awards

Timeline

Competition Judge

Kids Artistic Revue /Rainbow Dance Competition
01.2017 - Current

Head Choreographer & Instructor

Reaction Dance Force
08.2010 - Current

Choreographer

Sarah Kraft Choreography
08.2008 - Current

Varsity Dance Team Coach

Roseville High School
08.2008 - 06.2010

Artistic Director/Competition Director/Choreographer

Drop Everything & Dance Studio Inc.
01.2007 - Current

Bachelors of Science in Fine and Performing Arts with a major in dance -

Wayne State University

Completed General Education/Business classes -

Macomb Community College

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