Claire McCormack
Summary
Dynamic and creative professional with a strong foundation in communication and interpersonal skills. Demonstrates confidence in leading workshops and managing groups, with proven experience in event and project coordination. Skilled in social media and marketing content creation, adaptable under pressure, and passionate about youth and professional development within the arts. A proven ability to work both independently and collaboratively, aiming to use these strengths to encourage growth in the arts sector.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
2026
2026
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Dance Teacher – Ballet & Contemporary
Waterfront Dance Studio & Manor School of Ballet
Edinburgh
01.2023 - 01.2025
- Delivered engaging classes for ages 5–18
- Supported student development and performances
Project Manager
QMU Music Therapy Exhibition
Edinburgh
09.2024 - 09.2024
- Coordinated planning, logistics, and marketing
Assistant Manager
CHAS Winter Gala
Edinburgh
12.2023 - 12.2023
- Supported event execution and performer liaison
Trainee Dancer
Ballet De Catalunya
Spain
01.2022 - 01.2023
- Performed professionally and choreographed youth work
FOH Team Lead & Artist Manager
Edinburgh Fringe
Edinburgh
07.2022 - 09.2022
- Led teams, supported artists, and ensured smooth daily operations
Review Writer
Theatre Weekly
Edinburgh
08.2022 - 08.2022
- Reviewed live performances for publication
Education
MA Festival Management -
Queen Margaret University
BA Modern Ballet - undefined
Royal Conservatoire of Scotland
Diploma in Events Management - undefined
Certificate in Social Media Marketing - undefined
Skills
- Strong communication & interpersonal skills
- Confident leading workshops & managing groups
- Experience in event and project coordination
- Creative thinker and self-starter
- Skilled in social media and marketing content creation
- Adaptable and composed under pressure
- Passionate about youth and professional development within the arts
- Proven ability to work independently and collaboratively
Accomplishments
Touring with Scottish Ballet for their Nutcracker Winter Season
Semi-finalist in the Margot Fonteyn Ballet Competition 2022
Event manager and curator for Arts Exhibition within Queen Margaret University
Choreographer for youth performance for CHAS Charity Event
Affiliations
- Painting and drawing
- Reading
- Baking
- Crafting; crochet or general crafts
References
Kerry Livingston
Head of Ballet Department Royal Conservatoire of Scotland and Head of Scottish Ballet Associates
Email: k.livingstone@rcs.ac.uk
Phone: 07973908397
Alice McGrath
Coordinator of MA in Arts, Festival, Cultural Management, Queen Margaret University
Email: AMcGrath@qmu.ac.uk
Personal Information
Date of birth: 05/17/02
Timeline
Project Manager
QMU Music Therapy Exhibition
09.2024 - 09.2024
Assistant Manager
CHAS Winter Gala
12.2023 - 12.2023
Dance Teacher – Ballet & Contemporary
Waterfront Dance Studio & Manor School of Ballet
01.2023 - 01.2025
Review Writer
Theatre Weekly
08.2022 - 08.2022
FOH Team Lead & Artist Manager
Edinburgh Fringe
07.2022 - 09.2022
Trainee Dancer
Ballet De Catalunya
01.2022 - 01.2023
BA Modern Ballet - undefined
Royal Conservatoire of Scotland
Diploma in Events Management - undefined
Certificate in Social Media Marketing - undefined
MA Festival Management -
Queen Margaret University
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