Jelena Sestovic
London,Great Britain
Summary
I am seeking a work placement for anything related to production or stage in your Theatre. I am currently working on my Dissertation related to fieldwork research conducted in "Terazije Theatre" in Belgrade during the last summer.
I have been trained in improvisation and physical theatre.
Throughout my work engagement so far, I demonstrated exceptional creativity and pressure handling, with notable expertise in storyboarding and collaboration with actors. I possess the ability to sing, enhancing creative projects. My career goal includes improving diverse skills to contribute effectively to dynamic and innovative environments.
I want to stay in London to find jobs opportunities in art and cultural organisations as it is a core place to improve my skills and get into acting industry.
My plan is to see as many plays as possible in some important places for arts such as National Theatre, Shakespeaere’s Globe, The Shaw and Piccadilly Theatre.
I am currently working on my Dissertation related to fieldwork research conducted in "Terazije Theatre" in Belgrade during the last summer.
I have visited La Grand Rex during my stay Paris in January 2025 and watched couple of Musicals in London so far.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Actress
Montenegrin National Theatre
Podgorica
10.2023 - 03.2025
- Showcased exceptional acting skills whilst participating in a play "The visit" directed by Alexander Morfov
- Maintained excellent physical condition for demanding roles requiring stamina or specific look.
- Mastered lines and cues for highly successful theatre performances
- Adapted quickly to direction changes from the director, enhancing overall play quality
- Contributed significantly towards ensemble pieces providing vital support to lead actors
Flight attendant
Emirates Airline
Dubai, United Arab Emirates
01.2023 - 07.2023
- Managed in-flight emergencies, demonstrating quick thinking and problem-solving abilities.
- Coordinated effectively with other cabin crew members for seamless service execution during flights.
- Facilitated smooth boarding and deboarding processes, maintaining punctuality and orderliness.
- Ensured passenger comfort through efficient meal and drink services.
- Provided high standard of customer service whilst ensuring passenger safety.
Actress and performance artist
Royal Theatre "Zetski Dom"
Cetinje
11.2018 - 11.2022
- Created a play "Kapital" (inspired by Karl Marx's Capital) directed by Andras Urban and performed it in theatres
- Worked closely with directors and costume department, ensuring accurate portrayal of character's
- Participated in promotional activities for Theatre play, boosting audience engagement.
- Undertook rigorous physical training to perform challenging action sequences safely
- Transformed into characters through skilled application of theatrical makeup techniques-result being acclaimed performances
- Went on a tour to perform in different theatres around Europe
- Sang and performed a demanding vocal assignments with a band
- Collaborated with director to fully understand and interpret character roles for impactful performances
- Transformed into characters through skilled application of theatrical makeup techniques-result being acclaimed performances
- Provided consistent performances under pressure
- Prepared for stage roles through extensive script study, character analysis and rehearsal
Service desk agent
Henderson Group
Destin, Florida
06.2022 - 08.2022
- Managed company's helpdesk system
- Improved customer satisfaction by providing effective service desk support.
Actress and a producer
Kotor's festival for children
Kotor
01.2021 - 09.2021
- Coproduced a project "Don't tell me farytalles"
- Created video adaptation of a "A little Match girl"
- Created performance and dramatisation under supervision
- Ensured timely learning of scripts thus meeting all production deadlines efficiently
- Attended numerous acting workshops to hone craft and keep professional skills up-to-date
Actress
Operosa Montenegro Opera festival
Belgrade and Herceg Novi
05.2019 - 03.2020
- Showcased exceptional acting skills whilst participating Opera "Dzumbus"
- Performed stunts safely under supervision, contributing to thrilling action sequences in play
- Mastered lines and cues for highly successful theatre performances.
- Developed character background stories to improve authenticity of performances on stage
- Utilised improvisational skills during live performances resulting in spontaneous crowd applause.
Actress and performance artist
Vision Team
Ulcinj
06.2019 - 07.2019
- Adapted effectively to different directorial styles-resulting in versatile performances
- Exhibited professionalism whilst adhering strictly to production schedules – ensuring smooth operation on set
- Portrayed a character on TV show "Diamond of Boyana", contributing to high ratings and positive reviews.
Education
Master of Arts - Dance and Movement practices
University of Roehampton
London 01.2025 -
Master of Arts - Dance and Movement practices
University of Clermont Ferrand
Clermont Ferrand 09.2024 - 12.2024
Master of Arts - Dance and Movement practices
Norwegian University of Science and Technology
Trondheim 09.2022 - 08.2024
Master of Arts - Film studies
ELTE ( EOTVOS LORAND UNIVERSITY)- CEEPUS programme
Budapest 02.2021 - 12.2021
Master of Arts - Acting
Faculty of Dramatic Arts
Cetinje 09.2020 - 05.2022
Bachelor of Arts - Acting
Faculty of Dramatic Arts
Cetinje 09.2017 - 07.2020
Diploma of Higher Education - Architecture
Secondary School of Civil Engineering
09.2011 - 05.2015
Skills
- Empathetic
- Memorisation proficiency
- Creative
- Speak Serbian
- Can sing
- Pressure handling
- Storyboarding proficiency
- Time organisation
Affiliations
- reading
- singing
- travelling
Timeline
Master of Arts - Dance and Movement practices
University of Roehampton
01.2025 -
Master of Arts - Dance and Movement practices
University of Clermont Ferrand
09.2024 - 12.2024
Actress
Montenegrin National Theatre
10.2023 - 03.2025
Flight attendant
Emirates Airline
01.2023 - 07.2023
Master of Arts - Dance and Movement practices
Norwegian University of Science and Technology
09.2022 - 08.2024
Service desk agent
Henderson Group
06.2022 - 08.2022
Master of Arts - Film studies
ELTE ( EOTVOS LORAND UNIVERSITY)- CEEPUS programme
02.2021 - 12.2021
Actress and a producer
Kotor's festival for children
01.2021 - 09.2021
Master of Arts - Acting
Faculty of Dramatic Arts
09.2020 - 05.2022
Actress and performance artist
Vision Team
06.2019 - 07.2019
Actress
Operosa Montenegro Opera festival
05.2019 - 03.2020
Actress and performance artist
Royal Theatre "Zetski Dom"
11.2018 - 11.2022
Bachelor of Arts - Acting
Faculty of Dramatic Arts
09.2017 - 07.2020
Diploma of Higher Education - Architecture
Secondary School of Civil Engineering
09.2011 - 05.2015
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