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Jessica Claire
  • , , 609 Johnson Ave., 49204, Tulsa, OK 100 Montgomery St. 10th Floor
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Summary

Jessica Claire is an internationally known Bollywood choreographer and director who has created Bollywood Musicals in India and Israel. Jessica was born and raised in India and has been an assistant on many Bollywood films in Mumbai, India. She has been a pioneer in encouraging Broadway themed musicals in India and worked on some of the biggest Bollywood and Kids musicals. Jessica has travelled and worked in South Africa, Israel, Canada and Puerto Rico with her work.

Since paving her professional Career her work has been known as a blend of her deep rooted cultural influences and Theatrical prowess. She was responsible to bring Indian cultural dance to Dollywood Parks and her company become the only Bollywood company to Perform with Dolly Parton. She has been blending diversity and connecting people of all backgrounds with her work.

She has been awarded the ICAT CERTIFICATE for community action by Gibney Dance and actively teaches domestic abuse victims with Sanctuary for families.. She has also recently finished her degree from the Summer Institute in using art as activism.

Jessica also produces a dance festival in New York to bring out the diversity of Dance in New York City.

Jessica is also a Volunteer and partner on many programs with the Chapman Partnership in Miami and aims to share her culture with everyone including the Homeless.

Skills
  • Lesson preparation
  • Flexibility techniques
  • Strength development
  • Focus on Posture correction and alignment
  • Step by Step instructions
  • Performance planning for recitals, shows and outdoor performances end of term
  • Technique improvement
  • Proficient in Bollywood, Indian dance and Jazz
  • Group teaching
  • Individual instruction and Private Classes
  • Choreography for weddings and events
  • Performance for commercial events, theatrical productions and privates.
Experience
Dance Teacher, 08/2021 - Current
Harvest Preparatory Academy Yuma, AZ,
  • Instructed Adult students in classes in studio and outdoor during the pandemic ( 10-50 students)
  • Planned choreography for group performances and recitals for Cafe Namaste outdoor events and end of session performances
Producer, 10/2017 - Current
Zynga, Inc. Los Angeles, CA,
  • Created and managed production for all NYC Dance Week Projects to be produced for the Festival.
  • Helped the director with planning and completing shots.
  • Coordinated production schedules, editing, coordinating volunteer teams and sponsors.
  • Recruited and managed event and location crews for the performances, studios, outdoor and online events.
  • Worked with network president to define and communicate organization's mission to board members, media and sponsors
Bollywood Dance Instructor , 08/2017 - Current
Wts International, Inc. Miami Beach, FL,
  • Delivered individual instruction to students in between age group 5 - 60 years as a dance teacher in a career spanning over 20 years
  • Upheld studio guidelines and legal requirements for dancer and staff protection.
  • Collaborated in team-based environment to uphold instruction quality and continuity of service to clients.
  • Maintained attendance, fees and rehearsal schedules for most of my classes.
  • Coordinated and administered complete dance programs for schools and my classes.
  • Instructed groups of individual and coupled dancers in different dance styles such as Indian, Bollywood, Jazz, Contemporary and kids Hip Hop.
  • Coached sub-optimal and replacement performers on dance techniques and choreography for shows
  • Devised and directed group, couples and individual dance performances.
  • Performed at different events as professional dancer.
  • Planned and oversaw marketing plans to increase studio business as a Studio Head and Franchise Owner in India.
  • Planned choreography for group performances and recitals for a School in California.
  • Instructed adult and kids students in classes such for Jazz and Bollywood.
  • Accommodated students with special needs by using different teaching styles, encouraging each to learn at appropriate pace at Sri Ram School, Indian
  • Choreographed dance numbers for OVIMA GLOBAL -student springtime recital.
Dance Instructor, 07/2018 - 07/2020
Harvest Preparatory Academy San Luis, AZ,
  • Delivered individual instruction to students in between age group 18-60 years for Bollywood and BollyJazz
  • Upheld studio guidelines and legal requirements for dancer and staff protection.
  • Maintained attendance, fees and rehearsal schedules for classes.
  • Coordinated and administered complete dance program for weekend shows and studio Anniversary show.
  • Set up appointments to coach students in additional techniques and for private sessions
Dance Teacher, 08/2019 - 04/2020
Soona Seattle, WA,
  • Planned choreography for group performances and recitals for kids
  • Coordinated and administered complete dance program for kids
  • Devised and directed group, couples and individual dance performances for adults
  • Performed at different events as professional dancer in Hoboken where the school was participating
  • Choreographed dance numbers for spring and summer break-student recital.
Studio Manager, 01/2019 - 01/2020
Harvest Preparatory Academy Yuma, AZ,
  • Utilized MINDBODY software for scheduling, to process billing and payments for services and goods between company and clients
  • Facilitated weekly studio consultations, sales and order appointments.
  • Guided studio equipment repairs and services to sustain high-level quality of work.
  • Welcomed customers and asked open-ended questions to understand individual needs.
  • Remained calm and professional in stressful circumstances and when dealing with unhappy customers, effectively diffusing situations.
  • Provided leadership, insight and mentoring to newly hired employees to supply knowledge of various company programs.
  • Coordinated with staff to clarify information and enforce procedures resulting in effective problem solving and smoother operations.
Dance Teacher, 11/2018 - 12/2019
Accenture Pittsburgh, PA,
  • Delivered individual instruction to adult students for a weekly Bollywood fitness class
  • Collaborated in team-based environment to uphold instruction quality and continuity of service to clients.
  • Used Mindbody to keep track of students schedules and check ins
Studio Coordinator, 10/2017 - 10/2019
Rr Donnelley & Sons New York, NY,
  • Scouted out locations for shoots and supervised field operations with production teams of approximately 10 people.
  • Directed daily operations, overseeing registration numbers to optimize productivity.
  • Coordinated Funkar and Dancer for a Day project processes and timelines across departments.
  • Trained multi-level employees for Studio Coordinator, Volunteers , Social media positions.
  • Planned production activities for Funkar shows and represented NYC Dance Week at local television network, radio and print media.
General Manager, 02/2006 - 02/2017
The Danceworx Performing Arts Academy City, STATE,
  • Built and maintained loyal, long-term customer relationships through effective account management.
  • Designed sales and service strategies to improve revenue and retention.
  • Developed employee handbook, detailed job descriptions and workflow plans to formalize operational systems and procedures.
  • Enhanced operational performance by developing effective business strategies, systems and procedures.
  • Tracked monthly sales to generate reports for business development planning.
  • Maximized time and manpower by consolidating data, payroll and accounting programs into centralized system.
  • Facilitated monthly workshops to share best practices to optimize productivity.
Education and Training
Bachelor of Arts: Dance, Expected in 03/2005
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Delhi University - India,
GPA:
Zumba Basic : , Expected in
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Zumba - New York, NY,
GPA:
Hatha Yoga - 200 HRS: , Expected in
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101 Yoga - India,
GPA:
Activities and Honors
  • Member, WCC Miami
  • Member - Zumba INC.
  • Member - 101 Yoga institute
  • Awarded South Asian women's Award in 2017 for Arts and Culture in New York
Websites, Portfolios, Profiles
  • www.ikigaiusa.com
  • Instagram - @ikigaiusa

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Resume Overview

School Attended

  • Delhi University
  • Zumba
  • 101 Yoga

Job Titles Held:

  • Dance Teacher
  • Producer
  • Bollywood Dance Instructor
  • Dance Instructor
  • Dance Teacher
  • Studio Manager
  • Dance Teacher
  • Studio Coordinator
  • General Manager

Degrees

  • Bachelor of Arts
  • Zumba Basic
  • Hatha Yoga - 200 HRS

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