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Mackenzie Newbury
Eastbourne,East Sussex
Summary
Adaptable and motivated individual with strong communication skills, excellent information retention, and the ability to remain calm and effective in high-pressure environments.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Musical Theatre Teacher
Underwired Prodcutions- Charity Organisation
Eastbourne, EastSussex
02.2026 - Current
- Provided inclusive support to children with additional needs.
- Supervised and escorted children safely on educational trips.
- Coordinated music selection and editing.
- Maintained vigilance and understanding of child safeguarding procedures.
- Prepared adaptable lesson plans.
- Curated and taught choreography for musical numbers.
Head of Wardrobe and Costuming
Celebrity Cruises Entertainment
Miami, Florida
05.2024 - 02.2026
- Managed production show inventory effectively under tight deadlines.
- Facilitated communication with departmental managers to ensure alignment.
- Managed the maintenance and repair of costumes to uphold quality standards.
- Acted as my cast's trusted point of contact for their costume concerns.
- Briefed new cast members with costume orientation.
- Constant communication with shore-side whilst at sea.
Production Cast Dancer
Celebrity Cruises Entertainment
Miami, Florida
08.2023 - 02.2026
- Executed choreography and stage direction under high-pressure and fast-paced environments.
- Collaborated with an international cast to enhance production quality and creativity.
- Oversaw guest check-ins while ensuring adherence to all safety briefings.
- Oversaw evacuation control and implemented effective crowd management strategies to ensure safety during emergencies.
- Delivered exceptional customer service by assisting guests promptly and efficiently.
- Facilitated ballroom classes for guests, adapting techniques to match individual skill levels.
- Managed health and fitness levels to reach optimal levels.
Dance Teacher
Eastbourne Academy of Dance
Eastbourne, EastSussex
04.2023 - 05.2023
- Curated personal, tailored lesson plans, and drills.
- Communicated progress, feedback, and class expectations clearly.
- Managed class behaviour whilst maintaining a positive environment.
- Supervised students responsibly during classes, performances, and trips.
- Followed safeguarding and child protection procedures at all times.
Education
Diploma of Higher Education - Trinity Awarded Level 6 Diploma in Professional Dance
The Northern Ballet School
Manchester2023
GCSEs - English (A*)
St. Catherine's College
Eastbourne2020
GCSEs - Maths (A*)
St Catherine's College
Eastbourne2020
Skills
- Classroom management
- Child protection and safeguarding
- Performance and retention under pressure
- Document preparation
- Scheduling appointments
- Data entry
- Communication skills
- Team collaboration
Certification
- Certified TEFL English teacher
- Advanced DBS acquired
- STCW Ship safety qualification
Interests
Timeline
Musical Theatre Teacher
Underwired Prodcutions- Charity Organisation
02.2026 - Current
Head of Wardrobe and Costuming
Celebrity Cruises Entertainment
05.2024 - 02.2026
Production Cast Dancer
Celebrity Cruises Entertainment
08.2023 - 02.2026
Dance Teacher
Eastbourne Academy of Dance
04.2023 - 05.2023
Diploma of Higher Education - Trinity Awarded Level 6 Diploma in Professional Dance
The Northern Ballet School
GCSEs - English (A*)
St. Catherine's College
GCSEs - Maths (A*)
St Catherine's College