Mackenzie Newbury
Eastbourne,East Sussex
Summary
A highly skilled professional with expertise in planning, scheduling, and effective time management under tight deadlines. Demonstrating exceptional discipline, reliability, and attention to detail in high-pressure environments. I am known for adaptability under pressure and the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously. Strong communication and collaboration skills with diverse teams and departments, coupled with the ability to motivate and engage individuals of all ages and backgrounds. I'm an extremely confident public speaker with outstanding communication abilities.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work history
Wardrobe Master
Celebrity Cruises
Miami
07.2024 - Current
- Organised and solely managed costume cleaning, repairs and preparation while maintaining strict schedules to ensure all wardrobe items were performance ready for each show alongside also performing in the productions myself
- Acted as a go-to point of contact for performers regarding costume assistance and queries
- Liaised with internal and external departments to organise dry cleaning and costume maintenance in line with show schedules
- Organised and maintained costume inventory, ensuring all items were stored safely and accessible for each show.
- Responded calmly and quickly to last-minute wardrobe emergencies for my cast, ensuring smooth performance continuity
- Worked closely with performers to ensure costumes fit correctly, comfortably and allowed full range of movement
- Demonstrated strong attention to detail in costume care, helping uphold the professional image of the production
Professional Dancer
Celebrity Cruises Entertainment
Miami, FL, Florida
08.2023 - Current
- Demonstrated excellent discipline and time management while performing in a high-pressure environment
- Expected to learn and retain all material taught with constant engagement under tight rehearsal schedules, demonstrating strong focus and commitment
- Adapted rapidly to new routines, staging alterations and performance requirements
- Collaborated with directors, choreographers and fellow performers to deliver high-quality productions
- Handled challenging situations and diverse personalities professionally while maintaining strong working relationships in an internationally casted team
- Maintaining peak physical fitness and performance readiness throughout contracts
Dance Teacher
The Eastbourne Academy of Dance
Eastbourne, East Sussex
04.2022 - 05.2022
- Planned, scheduled and delivered engaging, skill focused lessons for children aged 8-18, promoting confidence, creativity and physical development.
- Maintained positive communication with students and parents, providing guidance and constructive feedback
- Adapted teaching methods accordingly in a fast paced environment to cater to different learning styles and ability levels
- Created lesson plans and coordinated back-to-back rehearsals efficiently demonstrating strong time management skills
- Created a positive, stimulating learning environment with consistent discipline and successful behaviour management techniques.
Education
GCSEs - English Language
St. Catherine's College
Eastbourne, East SussexGCSEs - Maths
St. Catherine's College
Eastbourne, East SussexGCSEs - Science
St Catherine's College
Eastbourne, East SussexDiploma of Higher Education - Professional Dance awarded by Trinity College London
The Northern Ballet School
Manchester 09/2020 - 07/2023
Skills
- Planning, scheduling and effective time management under tight deadlines
- Managing multiple tasks simmultaneously
- Discipline, reliability and high attention to detail in high-pressure environments
- Adaptability under pressure
- Communication and collaboration with diverse teams and departments
- Ability to motivate, engage and work well with people of all ages and backgrounds
- Extremely confident public speaker and communication skills
Affiliations
- Skiing, personal fitness
- Currently completing a TEFL English grammar course to teach international students
- Sudoku, word searches
Timeline
Wardrobe Master
Celebrity Cruises
07.2024 - Current
Professional Dancer
Celebrity Cruises Entertainment
08.2023 - Current
Dance Teacher
The Eastbourne Academy of Dance
04.2022 - 05.2022
Diploma of Higher Education - Professional Dance awarded by Trinity College London
The Northern Ballet School
09/2020 - 07/2023
GCSEs - English Language
St. Catherine's College
GCSEs - Maths
St. Catherine's College
GCSEs - Science
St Catherine's College