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Lara Skilling

Hildenborough,Kent

Summary

A passionate and dedicated contemporary dance artist with an MA in Dance Performance (2024) from the University of Chichester. With extensive knowledge of contemporary dance, she has experience in both performance and teaching, alongside strong problem-solving, time management, and project coordination skills. As a Dance Ambassador with One Dance UK, she developed a deeper understanding of the industry, advocating for dance and engaging with key networks. She thrives in collaborative and dynamic creative environments, bringing adaptability and teamwork to every project. Additionally, her expertise extends to social media management and customer service, allowing her to contribute effectively to audience engagement and organizational success.

Overview

2026
2026
years of professional experience

Work history

Dance Ambassdor

One Dance UK
Birmingham/ London
01.2025 - Current
  • Assisted at One Dance UK Awards 2025
  • Being a champion for dance supporting One Dance UK
  • Advocate for the increased profile and importance of dance in all different forms

Dancer/ Collaborator

Yan Yin Yung
London
06.2025 - Current
  • Dancer in 'When The Petals Fall' to be performed at the Concrete Rain Asian Dance Festival in September at Sadler's Wells, Lilian Baylis

Barista

Costa Coffee
Oxted, Sussex
01 2025 - Current
  • Produced high-volume coffee orders quickly and accurately, meeting customer demand.
  • Upheld excellent relationships with regular clients fostering loyalty and repeat business.

Dance Artist/ Collaborator

Francesca Maria Movement
London
02.2025 - Current
  • Performed 'BETWIXT' at the Creative Minds exhibition at Espacio Gallery
  • Perfomed at The Scoop for RE: Dance Event with Impact Dance

Creative Director

Micheal Mendones
London
04.2025 - 04.2025
  • Collaborator and creative direction of the Dance film 'Into the Light II' as part of the Unheard Music Project filmed at Chisenhale Dance Space

Freelance Contemporary Dance Teacher (Intern)

Cascade Dance
Tunbridge Wells , Kent
09 2024 - Current
  • Teaching/ assisant teaching contemporary dance classes around Kent age 8-16

Seasonal Bar Staff

Not Just Gin (vintage horse box bar)
Goudhurst, Kent
11 2024 - Current
  • Adapted quickly to different situations maintaining efficiency even under pressure.
  • Collaborated with team members to provide seamless service during busy periods.
  • Maintained a clean and organised bar, enhancing customer satisfaction.

General Assistant/ Front of House

The Pavilion Tearoom
Rowland’s Castle , Hampshire
12 2023 - 05 2024
  • Greeted guests warmly upon arrival, creating a welcoming atmosphere.
  • Assisted guests with queries or requests for optimal guest experience.

Barista

The Coastal Coffee Company
Bognor Regis, West Sussex
09 2023 - 01 2024
  • Warmly greeted and served customers, promptly processing payments to minimise wait times
  • Managed peak cafe hours effectively, creating and delivering drinks swiftly to maintain efficient service

Social Media Manager

Mapdance
Chichester , West Sussex
09 2023 - 06 2024
  • Managed the Social media Instagram, Facebook and X accounts

Education

Masters Of Arts - Dance Performance (Mapdance)

University of Chichester Conservatoire
Chichester, West Sussex
09/2023 - 09/2024

Bachelor Of Arts - Dance Performance

University of Chichester Conservatoire
Chichester, West Sussex
09/2020 - 07/2023

Level 1 and 2 - Dance Leadership

Creative Rework
London
10/2024 - 11/2024

GCSES And A-Levels -

Hillview School for Girls
09/2013 - 05/2020

Skills

  • Customer Service
  • Upselling/ promotion sales
  • Video/ music editing
  • Time Management
  • Problem-solving
  • Teamwork
  • Project Management
  • Adaptability
  • Organisation
  • Creative Thinking
  • Collaboration
  • Cash handling
  • Event planning
  • Managing POS Systems

Timeline

Dancer/ Collaborator

Yan Yin Yung
06.2025 - Current

Creative Director

Micheal Mendones
04.2025 - 04.2025

Dance Artist/ Collaborator

Francesca Maria Movement
02.2025 - Current

Dance Ambassdor

One Dance UK
01.2025 - Current

Barista

Costa Coffee
01 2025 - Current

Freelance Contemporary Dance Teacher (Intern)

Cascade Dance
09 2024 - Current

Seasonal Bar Staff

Not Just Gin (vintage horse box bar)
11 2024 - Current

General Assistant/ Front of House

The Pavilion Tearoom
12 2023 - 05 2024

Barista

The Coastal Coffee Company
09 2023 - 01 2024

Social Media Manager

Mapdance
09 2023 - 06 2024

Masters Of Arts - Dance Performance (Mapdance)

University of Chichester Conservatoire
09/2023 - 09/2024

Bachelor Of Arts - Dance Performance

University of Chichester Conservatoire
09/2020 - 07/2023

Level 1 and 2 - Dance Leadership

Creative Rework
10/2024 - 11/2024

GCSES And A-Levels -

Hillview School for Girls
09/2013 - 05/2020
Lara Skilling