Klaudia Kurek
Elk Grove Village
Summary
Offering unique perspective and eager to learn and develop in exhibit design environment. Contributes foundation in design principles and ability to quickly grasp industry-specific software and techniques. Ready to use and develop skills in creative design and spatial planning in Exhibit Designer role.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Dance Instructor
Royal Academy of Dance
11.2022 - Current
- Instructed and choreographed competitive dance routines in various styles, including ballet, jazz, contemporary, hip hop, and lyrical, for students of all skill levels.
- Choreographed age-appropriate, technically challenging, and creative routines to prepare students for regional and national dance competitions.
- Provided personalized coaching and feedback to dancers to improve technique, stage presence, and performance skills, fostering a positive and motivating environment.
- Led group rehearsals, ensuring effective time management and coordination for team performances while maintaining focus on individual growth.
- Choreographed solos, duets, and group performances, tailoring each routine to highlight individual strengths and achieve high competition scores.
- Built strong relationships with students and parents, providing regular progress updates and fostering a supportive, growth-oriented atmosphere.
Jr. Designer
Motif Events
06.2022 - Current
- Applied principles of spatial planning, lighting design, and color theory to create aesthetically appealing and functional exhibits.
- Designed and developed creative, engaging exhibits for museums, trade shows, and galleries, ensuring alignment with client objectives and target audiences.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams, including architects, graphic designers, and project managers, to execute exhibit concepts from ideation to installation.
- Conducted onsite assessments to ensure design feasibility, safety compliance, and optimal space utilization.
- Utilized advanced software programs such as AutoCAD, 3D Max, and Adobe Creative Suite to efficiently generate detailed designs.
Sales Associate
Journeys Shoes
04.2023 - 06.2023
- Organized racks and shelves to maintain store visual appeal, engage customers, and promote specific merchandise.
- Handled cash transactions efficiently while adhering to company cash handling policies, ensuring accuracy in all financial exchanges.
- Built relationships with customers to encourage repeat business.
- Managed returns, exchanges and refunds in accordance with store policy.
Dance Instructor
Dance Fever Academy
10.2022 - 06.2023
- Planned routines for recitals and performances.
- Fostered a supportive learning environment by promoting positive reinforcement and constructive feedback.
- Created healthy and safe learning environment for all students by implementing class rules and promoting mutual respect and gentle discipline.
- Worked in team-based environment to uphold quality and continuity of service to clients.
- Offered one-on-one instruction to students by appointment.
- Enhanced student performance by incorporating diverse dance styles and techniques in lessons.
Grocery Store Cashier
KD Market
07.2021 - 05.2023
- Resolved customer complaints professionally, demonstrating empathy and understanding to strengthen customer loyalty.
- Managed cash register accurately, balancing cash drawers at the beginning and end of each shift.
- Reduced wait times for customers with quick and accurate cash handling, resulting in higher customer retention rates.
- Processed various forms of payment securely, including cash, credit cards, checks, gift cards, and coupons; ensuring accuracy in all transactions.
- Utilized fluency in [language(s)] to effectively communicate with Polish-speaking and other european customers, providing exceptional customer service, assisting with product inquiries, and translating store information when necessary.
Education
Interior Design
William Rainey Harper College
Palatine, IL05-2025
High School Diploma -
James B Conant High School
Hoffman Estates05-2022
Skills
- Choreography expertise
- Positive reinforcement
- Organization
- Teaching techniques
- Interactive design
- Illustration
- Model making
- Material selection
Languages
Lithuanian
Native or Bilingual
Polish
Professional Working
Czech
Professional Working
Russian
Limited Working
Timeline
Sales Associate
Journeys Shoes
04.2023 - 06.2023
Dance Instructor
Royal Academy of Dance
11.2022 - Current
Dance Instructor
Dance Fever Academy
10.2022 - 06.2023
Jr. Designer
Motif Events
06.2022 - Current
Grocery Store Cashier
KD Market
07.2021 - 05.2023
Interior Design
William Rainey Harper College
High School Diploma -
James B Conant High School
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