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
2023.10 - 2025.03
- 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
2023.01 - 2023.07
- 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
2018.11 - 2022.11
- 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
2022.06 - 2022.08
- Managed company's helpdesk system
- Improved customer satisfaction by providing effective service desk support.
Actress and a producer
Kotor's festival for children
Kotor
2021.01 - 2021.09
- 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
2019.05 - 2020.03
- 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
2019.06 - 2019.07
- 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 2025.01 -
Master of Arts - Dance and Movement practices
University of Clermont Ferrand
Clermont Ferrand 2024.09 - 2024.12
Master of Arts - Dance and Movement practices
Norwegian University of Science and Technology
Trondheim 2022.09 - 2024.08
Master of Arts - Film studies
ELTE ( EOTVOS LORAND UNIVERSITY)- CEEPUS programme
Budapest 2021.02 - 2021.12
Master of Arts - Acting
Faculty of Dramatic Arts
Cetinje 2020.09 - 2022.05
Bachelor of Arts - Acting
Faculty of Dramatic Arts
Cetinje 2017.09 - 2020.07
Diploma of Higher Education - Architecture
Secondary School of Civil Engineering
2011.09 - 2015.05
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
2025.01 -
Master of Arts - Dance and Movement practices
University of Clermont Ferrand
2024.09 - 2024.12
Actress
Montenegrin National Theatre
2023.10 - 2025.03
Flight attendant
Emirates Airline
2023.01 - 2023.07
Master of Arts - Dance and Movement practices
Norwegian University of Science and Technology
2022.09 - 2024.08
Service desk agent
Henderson Group
2022.06 - 2022.08
Master of Arts - Film studies
ELTE ( EOTVOS LORAND UNIVERSITY)- CEEPUS programme
2021.02 - 2021.12
Actress and a producer
Kotor's festival for children
2021.01 - 2021.09
Master of Arts - Acting
Faculty of Dramatic Arts
2020.09 - 2022.05
Actress and performance artist
Vision Team
2019.06 - 2019.07
Actress
Operosa Montenegro Opera festival
2019.05 - 2020.03
Actress and performance artist
Royal Theatre "Zetski Dom"
2018.11 - 2022.11
Bachelor of Arts - Acting
Faculty of Dramatic Arts
2017.09 - 2020.07
Diploma of Higher Education - Architecture
Secondary School of Civil Engineering
2011.09 - 2015.05