Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Teaching Philosophy And Style
Performance Choreography Experience
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Soojin Jo

Brisbane,QLD

Summary

Accomplished dance instructor, choreographer, and movement director with a Bachelor’s degree in Dance Pedagogy from the Academy of Performing Arts in Prague (HAMU) and exchange studies at Instituto Politécnico de Lisboa. Demonstrates exceptional versatility through international experience in Seoul, Prague, Lisbon, and Brisbane, contributing to diverse projects in dance performance, choreography, and movement direction for stage productions and film. Recognized for innovative choreography and effective teaching methodologies that engage students across various skill levels. Aiming to inspire a new generation with dance while continuing to create impactful performances.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience

Work History

Founding Member / Movement Director

O.K.R.A FOUNDATION
Prague, Czech Republic
01.2021 - Current
  • Developed and performed in original productions, including 'Marie Antoinette walking down the hall...', 'We didn't know what to do so we danced', and 'LOVE/LASKO'
  • Contributed to a new artistic platform for international artists, involved in the creation and performance of various works

Contemporary Dance and Movement Workshop Instructor

Prague State Conservatory
Prague, Czech Republic
01.2023 - 07.2023
  • Conducted workshops focused on contemporary dance and movement, along with theater acting exercise for junior high and high school students

Dance and Performance Workshops Instructor

HAMU
Prague, Czech Republic
01.2021 - 03.2023
  • Instructed students aged 8 and above in performance warmups, improvisation, contemporary dance, and teamwork
  • Focused on developing students' creativity and confidence through dance and performance

Dance Instructor

Cocoon Preschool
01.2019 - 01.2022
  • Provided dance instruction to preschool students

Ballet Instructor

Hyundai Department Store Cultural Center
01.2015 - 01.2017
  • Taught Ballet classes to children, elementary students, and adults

Education

Erasmus Exchange Program -

Instituto Politécnico de Lisboa
Lisbon, Portugal
01.2023

Bachelor of Dance Pedagogy - Ballet, Modern Dance, Contemporary Dance

Academy of Performing Arts in Prague (HAMU)
Prague, Czech Republic

Skills

  • Ballet technique with Vaganova Method
  • Contemporary Dance with style of Flying low, David Zambrano, Body mind and Centering
  • Modern Dance with Graham technique, Cunningham technique, Limón technique
  • Progressive Ballet Technique Certified
  • Choreography
  • Movement Direction
  • Lesson Planning & Curriculum Development
  • Performance Warmups & Exercises
  • Improvisation
  • Teamwork & Collaboration
  • Emphasis on Stamina Building
  • Focus on Mind-Body Connection
  • Strong Multicultural Perspective

Teaching Philosophy And Style

Focuses on building stamina through detailed contemporary exercises that challenge students' strength., Emphasizes the relationship between internal awareness (breath and energy) and external movement, drawing inspiration from martial arts and the techniques of David Zambrano., Incorporates group work, games, and structured movement vocabulary to create an engaging and dynamic learning environment.

Performance Choreography Experience

O.K.R.A FOUNDATION, Prague, Czech Republic, Founding Member / Movement Director, Marie Antoinette walking down the hall..., We didn't know what to do so we danced, LOVE/LASKO

Timeline

Contemporary Dance and Movement Workshop Instructor

Prague State Conservatory
01.2023 - 07.2023

Founding Member / Movement Director

O.K.R.A FOUNDATION
01.2021 - Current

Dance and Performance Workshops Instructor

HAMU
01.2021 - 03.2023

Dance Instructor

Cocoon Preschool
01.2019 - 01.2022

Ballet Instructor

Hyundai Department Store Cultural Center
01.2015 - 01.2017

Erasmus Exchange Program -

Instituto Politécnico de Lisboa

Bachelor of Dance Pedagogy - Ballet, Modern Dance, Contemporary Dance

Academy of Performing Arts in Prague (HAMU)
Soojin Jo