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Zoe Knannlein

Seattle,WA

Summary

Environmental Studies and Art History student at Oberlin College with a minor in German. Pathway focus in Environmental Studies on Environmental and Ecological Design. Strong experience in independent research and writing, as well as communication and collaboration with interdisciplinary organizations. Known for detail oriented focus and strong ability to coordinate with different teams.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience

Work History

Circus Coach

School of Acrobatics and New Circus Arts
06.2021 - Current
  • Promoted institution's values among athletes, fostering body positivity, a sense of community, and promoting self confidence.
  • Boosted student confidence through personalized training sessions and continuous feedback.
  • Collaborated with other coaches to share best practices, techniques, and insights for overall training improvement and best safety practices.
  • Maintaining and enforcing strict safety guidelines, including best practices for students and routine equipment inspection and maintenance.

Warner Dance Building Assistant

Oberlin College
01.2022 - Current
  • Schedule coordination and management of dance studios for students and faculty
  • Assisting in preservation of original historic dance floors
  • Facilitating dance studio and building opening and closing
  • Maintaining dance studio organization

House Manager for Warner Dance Gym

Oberlin College
01.2022 - Current
  • Opening announcements for dance shows
  • Coordinating with the stage manager of dance shows to ensure the integrity of the show schedule
  • Maintaining headcount to keep track of capacity
  • Managing opening and closing of the show space for the beginning, intermission, and end of shows

Prop Loan Assistant for Dance and Theater Depts.

Oberlin College
01.2022 - Current
  • Working with the theater department to manage props inventory
  • Maintaining and repairing old props
  • Locating necessary props in the inventory for clients

Tech Assistant for Dance Dept.

Oberlin College
01.2022 - Current
  • Managing the setup and strike of dance risers for student and department shows
  • Assisting in theater lights and sound equipment adjustment and maintenance

Acrobatics Teacher

Movementworks Dance Studio
09.2023 - 12.2023
  • Teaching kids ages 5-13 basic tumbling and acrobatics skills
  • Leading them through warmups and emphasizing safety
  • Designing and implementing interesting curriculum

Oberlin Circus Club President

Oberlin College
01.2022 - 01.2024
  • Coordinating with professional artists to host workshops and performances.
  • Booking and participating in rigging inspections and following safety and insurance guidelines.
  • Managing budgets and deadlines for budget submission.
  • Collaborating with other student organizations for performances and other community events.
  • Hosting club meetings and communicating information to a large organization.
  • Writing, directing, and producing club shows, including writing and coordinating group and duo acts, coordinating with other student organizations, and changing rigging and maintaining safety standards.

Babysitting

01.2018 - Current
  • Provide entertainment
  • Follow parental discipline guidelines
  • Put kids to bed
  • Provide food

Pet Sitting/House Sitting

01.2016 - Current
  • Follow instructions for pet care
  • Manage scheduled visits and follow routine independently

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Environmental Studies, Art History, German

Oberlin College
Oberlin, OH
05-2025

No Degree -

School of Acrobatics And New Circus Arts
Seattle, WA
11.2024

References

  • Sara Havercamp, Manager at SANCA, 674 S Orcas Street, Seattle, WA, 98108, sara@sancaseattle.org, http://www.sancaseattle.org/
  • Daniel James, Warner Building Manager at Oberlin College, daniel.james@oberlin.edu
  • Jordan Rempel-White, Backstage Manager Teatro Zinzanni, 206-451-0652

Languages

German
Professional Working

Timeline

Acrobatics Teacher

Movementworks Dance Studio
09.2023 - 12.2023

Warner Dance Building Assistant

Oberlin College
01.2022 - Current

House Manager for Warner Dance Gym

Oberlin College
01.2022 - Current

Prop Loan Assistant for Dance and Theater Depts.

Oberlin College
01.2022 - Current

Tech Assistant for Dance Dept.

Oberlin College
01.2022 - Current

Oberlin Circus Club President

Oberlin College
01.2022 - 01.2024

Circus Coach

School of Acrobatics and New Circus Arts
06.2021 - Current

Babysitting

01.2018 - Current

Pet Sitting/House Sitting

01.2016 - Current

Bachelor of Arts - Environmental Studies, Art History, German

Oberlin College

No Degree -

School of Acrobatics And New Circus Arts
Zoe Knannlein