Maila Sylla
Riverdale
Summary
Inspired Dance Choreographer with many years of experience in choreography backed by exceptional performance career. Passion for using dance to showcase diverse cultural backgrounds and tell stories through movement.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Dance Choreographer
Moya Cultural Arts
Chicago
02.2017 - Current
- Develope innovative dance routines for various performances.
- Collaborate with performers to refine movements and enhance stage presence.
- Coordinate with production teams to integrate choreography into overall show design.
- Organize rehearsals and provided instruction to dancers on proper technique and performance skills.
Performing arts Instructor
Old Town School of Folk Music
Chicago
01.2014 - Current
- Develop age & contextually appropriate lesson plans, maintain attendance sheets, and support program evaluation.
- Prepare/coordinate and obtain equipment, materials and supplies for classes from Program Manager or Site Coordinator daily.
- Provide support to, participating youth at community-wide events, showcases/recitals.
- Participate in: mandatory staff meetings, and professional development.
Dancer
Minianka African Drum and Dance Group
Chicago
03.2012 - 09.2016
- Learned choreography quickly and adapted to changes in choreography seamlessly by maintaining physical and mental flexibility.
- Performed complex choreography in a variety of styles, including African and Caribbean folk dance styles.
- Worked closely with choreographers to perfect performance of dance moves.
- Built and cultivated lasting professional relationships with other dancers, choreographers and performers by attending social events and maintaining communication.
- Attended rehearsals regularly to refine skills and practice with the rest of the cast.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Technical Management
DeVry University
Pharmacy Tech Certificate -
New Jersey Technical school
Associates in Arts -
Malcolm X College
Chicago, Illinois 01.2005 - 01/2007
High school diploma -
John F. Kennedy High school
Skills
- Multitasker
- Great Communication skills
- Good self Care
- Classroom Management
- Social media promotion
- Choreography development
- Cultural Dance Forms
- Production coordination
- Student assessment
- Physical Therapy Knowledge
- Storytelling Through Dance
- Teamwork and collaboration
References
- Kate Walsh, current manager, 503-459-8343
- Ms. Bey, previous manager, 773-593-9402
Timeline
Dance Choreographer
Moya Cultural Arts
02.2017 - Current
Performing arts Instructor
Old Town School of Folk Music
01.2014 - Current
Dancer
Minianka African Drum and Dance Group
03.2012 - 09.2016
Associates in Arts -
Malcolm X College
01.2005 - 01/2007
Bachelor of Science - Technical Management
DeVry University
Pharmacy Tech Certificate -
New Jersey Technical school
High school diploma -
John F. Kennedy High school