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Katie Rowley

Cheltenham,Gloucestershire

Summary

  • Distinction in Advanced 2 ISTD tap exam
  • Distinction in Intermediate RAD ballet exam
  • Distinction in Intermediate ISTD ballet exam
  • Distinction in Intermediate ISTD modern exam
  • 4 x World Champion tap dancer

Focused Dancer with 12 years of experience delivering captivating performances. Well-trained and motivated individual with nerves of steel and background performing in drama, dance and singing productions. Physically and mentally flexible with interest in learning new techniques and moves to improve upon past performances.

Enthusiastic professional with exceptional skills in choreography and performance. Expert at expressing emotion when dancing using appropriate facial expressions and graceful dance movements.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience

Work history

Office Assistant

Steven Rowley Vehicle Services
Cheltenham, Gloucestershire
08.2022 - Current
  • Greeted guests and clients with warmth and professionalism.
  • Handled media and public relations inquiries by allocating relevant company spokespersons.
  • Oversaw daily office operations and equipment maintenance.
  • Responded promptly to telephone enquiries from clients, vendors and customers.
  • Welcomed guests and clients in upbeat and friendly manner.
  • Increased customer satisfaction by greeting visitors promptly and professionally.
  • Understood and adhered to company's health and safety policies.
  • Ran reception areas by greeting visitors and responding to telephone and in-person requests for information.
  • Greeted customers promptly and professionally, providing friendly, knowledgeable assistance.

Dancer

Self-Employed
Cheltenham, Gloucestershire
08.2017 - Current
  • Rehearsed for 6 months to maintain optimum fitness levels and perfect routines.
  • 4X world champion for tap dancing
  • Coordinated with choreographers to enhance and refine movements to properly enact intended vision.
  • Performed eye-catching jazz and hip hop routines at theme parks.
  • Choreographed and taught dances and moves to groups of up to 20 other cheerleaders and dancers.
  • Choreographed dance routines appropriate for age group and skill level for infants to adult classes.
  • Achieved dance roles in films, music videos and theatre productions by participating in around 3 auditions per month.
  • Picked up choreography moves easily, immediately incorporating changes in choreography or new moves by staying flexible.
  • Participated in workshops to learn new skills and keep current on latest artistic techniques.
  • Sang and danced as part of creative ensembles and troupes for over 5 dramatic and comedic performances.
  • Created tap choreography for 8 tap dancers.
  • Performed to live audiences in excess of 50 at multiple events.
  • Taught Tap, ballet, modern to classes of 20+ dancers aged 18 months to 18.
  • Worked on up to 4 projects simultaneously whilst maintaining exceptional quality of work.
  • Developed and rehearsed routines for 15 hours weekly to guarantee polished live performance.
  • County champion for multiple styles
  • Winner of multiple scholarships at competitions and events

Dance Teaching Assistant

Corraine Collins
Cheltenham, Gloucestershire
04.2021 - 08.2022
  • Planned and led weekly extra-curricular classes.
  • Delivered specialised sessions focused on Ballet dance.
  • Encouraged dancers to develop stage presence and performance skills.
  • Trained people aged 18 months to 5 years in modern dance.
  • Prepared dance studio for classes of up to 10 students.
  • Fostered welcoming and inclusive environment for all dancers.
  • Tailored session delivery to students with additional learning needs. students with ADHD, speech impediments, dyspraxia.
  • Motivated students to develop self-confidence and improve session engagement.
  • Transported equipment between studios.
  • Selected appropriate music to complement choreography.
  • Supported main teacher to prepare students for upcoming competitions.
  • Collaborated with lead teacher to facilitate fun and enjoyable dance classes.
  • Gave constructive feedback on students' class performance.
  • Designed costumes and sets to elevate on-stage performances.
  • Planned courses to develop dancing technique for learners of different abilities.
  • Engaged young people with passion and enthusiasm for different dancing styles.
  • Coached dance students in 1:1 sessions.
  • Led classes of modern dance to small groups.
  • Choreographed routines to best showcase dancers' skills and abilities.

Education

A-Levels - Spanish, Physics, Biology

Rendcomb College
Cirencester
09/2022 -

GCSEs - Maths, English, Sciences, Languages

Ribston Hall High School
Gloucester
09/2017 - 07/2022

Skills

  • Professional and mature
  • Strong interpersonal skills
  • Billing and coding
  • Self-directed
  • Dedicated team player
  • Results-orientated
  • Social media knowledge
  • Supply ordering
  • Technologically savvy
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Public speaking
  • Choreography
  • Injury prevention techniques
  • Warm up and cool down procedures
  • Classroom management
  • Tap, ballet, modern, commercial, contemporary dancing
  • Sports First Aid
  • Confidence building
  • Music preparation
  • Dance therapy
  • Performance preparation
  • Speech and drama
  • Lesson plan revision
  • Student behaviour management
  • Activity-based learning
  • Vocal techniques
  • Student capability assessment

Languages

English
Native language
English
Native
A1
Spanish
Advanced
C1

Timeline

Office Assistant

Steven Rowley Vehicle Services
08.2022 - Current

Dance Teaching Assistant

Corraine Collins
04.2021 - 08.2022

Dancer

Self-Employed
08.2017 - Current

A-Levels - Spanish, Physics, Biology

Rendcomb College
09/2022 -

GCSEs - Maths, English, Sciences, Languages

Ribston Hall High School
09/2017 - 07/2022

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