Blake Kessler
Joffrey Ballet
Chicago
13
years of professional experience
Professional artist with strong focus on delivering impactful and visually compelling work. Demonstrates expertise in various artistic techniques. Highly collaborative, adaptable, and reliable, consistently achieving team goals and fostering creative solutions. Known for strong conceptual thinking and keen attention to detail, enhancing project outcomes and client satisfaction. Worked with Donors to ensure continuous money flow for the organization.
Work History
Artist
5 Years 9 Months- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
Artist
6 Months- Collaborated with choreographers to develop and refine dance performances, enhancing artistic expression.
- Executed complex choreography with precision, showcasing versatility in various dance styles.
- Participated in rehearsals, providing constructive feedback to peers for performance improvement.
- Mentored junior dancers, fostering skill development and encouraging artistic growth within the company.
- Assisted in the creative process by contributing ideas during brainstorming sessions for new productions.
Teacher/Choreographer
10 Months- Developed and implemented lesson plans to enhance students' dance techniques and performance skills.
- Collaborated with faculty to design curriculum aligned with artistic goals and educational standards.
- Mentored junior instructors in classroom management and effective teaching strategies for diverse learners.
- Evaluated student progress through assessments, providing constructive feedback to foster improvement.
- Facilitated a positive learning environment by promoting teamwork, discipline, and creativity among students.
Artist
2 Years 10 Months- Evaluated performance techniques, implementing adjustments to enhance overall production quality.
- Utilized social media platforms proactively to promote personal brand awareness while engaging with potential clients or collaborators regularly.
- Contributed to creative process through original ideas and inspiration.
- Participated in creative brainstorming sessions to develop new ideas or improve existing ones.
- Mentored junior artists in studio, providing guidance on technical skills and professional development.
1 Year
- Myles Thatcher’s ‘Stone and Steel’
- Stanton Welch’s ‘Brigade’
- Helgi Tomasson’s ‘Bartok’
- James Sofranko’s ‘Mozart Symphony’
1 Year
- Robert Hill’s ‘Nutcracker’
- Robert Hill’s ‘Romeo&Juliet’
- Robert Hill’s ‘Haupango’
Education
GED
Skills
Teamwork and cooperation
Artistic flair
Superb attention to detail
Client relationships
Visual storytelling
Social media promotion
Superior time management
Superior organizational skills
Complex problem solver
Timeline
Artist
Joffrey Ballet
09.2020 - 06.2026Read More
Artist
Cincinnati Ballet
09.2019 - 03.2020Read More
Teacher/Choreographer
The Florida Ballet
08.2018 - 06.2019Read More
Artist
San Francisco Ballet
07.2015 - 05.2018Read More
San Francisco Ballet Trainee
01.2014 - 01.2015Read More
Orlando Ballet II
01.2013 - 01.2014Read More
Florida Virtual School
GED
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