Experienced and passionate dancer, dance teacher, and event host & manager with over 10 years in the performing arts and event coordination. Proven ability to inspire students, effectively manage events, and deliver outstanding dance performances in various styles. Skilled at creating engaging and educational experiences while efficiently handling logistics for seamless event execution.
Hi, I’m
ISHIOMA ADESUWA
Ladegboye Ikorodu Lagos
Summary
Overview
4
years of professional experience
2
Certification
Work History
Franfunmi
Co-Cordinator
11.2012 - 11.2012
Job overview
- Co Directed dance sequences featuring WizKid and Tiwa Savage during the National Sports Festival closure.
Etisalat
Artist Dance Manager
01.2012
Job overview
- Coordinated dance routines for Etisalat 080 Naija music video project.
Sis Eko
Choreographer
01.2012 - 01.2012
Job overview
- Supervised artistic direction of opening dance at Sisi Eko.
Ay Live
Choreographer
01.2011 - 11.2011
Job overview
- Managed coordination activities with J'odie at AY Live events.
Mtn Project Fame
Solo Dancer & Choreographer
11.2011 - 11.2011
Job overview
- Directed dance routines in the quarter-finals of MTN Project Fame's television competition.
- Designed choreography emphasizing technique and fluidity for the Waltz.
Exxon Mobil Production
Dancer
01.2009 - 01.2009
Job overview
- Performed series of dances Show-casing the hope of the Nigerian youth with the use of modern dance: Samba, Cha-cha, Rumba, Argentine tango, Paso doble, Tap dance, Hip-hop
Society For The Performing Arts In Nigeria
Dance Performer
01.2009 - 01.2010
Job overview
- Participation in performances at World Dance Day Concert: Jazz, Cha-cha
- Performed at American Independence Day Celebration in Nigeria: Contemporary African, Hip-hop, Waltz, Salsa
- Part of the choreographic development body at Society For The Performing Arts In Nigeria (Fearless Production)
- Promoting the richness of the Nigerian culture at Black Heritage Festival using contemporary Jazz & Cha-cha
- The Lebanese fund raising Gala
- Dances performed: Hip-hop & Cha-cha
- Promoting and celebrating the World Dance Day using contemporary Jazz & Cha-cha
- Performed at Most Beautiful Girl Nigeria Pageant: Contemporary, Hip-hop, Paso-doble
- Dancer, choreographer and Solo performer at the Society For The Performing Arts In Nigeria (We Stand For Our Youth Opening Launch)
- Participation at the International Dance Organization Salsa inauguration in Nigeria: Salsa & Cha-cha
Education
Society For The Performing Arts In Nigeria
Two Year Dance Certification from Performing Arts
01.2010
University Overview
International Dance Organisation
Certified Bronze Level from Latin and Ballroom Dance Instructor
01.2010
University Overview
Skills
- Consistently Delivers Results Under Pressure
- Versatile Creative Expression
- Adaptable to Challenging Tasks
- Strong Organizational Skills
- Movement and Musicality Integration
Core Competencies
Core Competencies
- Dance Performances & Technique (Ballet, Jazz, Contemporary, Hip-hop, Naija, Latin etc.)
- Dance Curriculum Development
- Event Planning & Management
- Student Engagement & Mentorship
- Marketing & Promotion
- Team Leadership & Collaboration
- Communication & Interpersonal Skills
- Budget Management
Professional Development
Professional Development
- Ballet - Mrs Sarah Boulos (Lebanon), Mrs Lovette Otegbola (Nigeria), Mrs Suzanne Wheeler (New York), Mrs Ekatiah (Russia)
- Jazz - Mrs Suzanne Wheeler (New York)
- Contemporary - Andrea Haenggi (New York), Jodie Sperling (New York)
- Traditional Nigerian/African - Isioma Williams (Nigeria), Victor Phullu (Nigeria)
- Hip Hop - Franc Okwara (Nigeria), Shane Sparks (Ohio), Michael Oseghale (Nigeria)
- Argentine Tango - Mr & Mrs Oswaldo Gomez (Venezuela)
- Latin & Ballroom - Nnamdi Nweke (Nigeria), Penny Mohammed (South Africa), Martina Kocichova (New York), Pierre Dib (Lebanon)
- Message in the garden-Contemporary, Andréa Haenggi/Jodie, 2008
- Basic Introduction to Laban Movement Analysis/Bartenieff Fundamentals, Andrea Haenggi, 2009
- Modern Dance/Spinning Technique, Jody Sperling, 2010
- Latin and Ballroom, Pierre Dib, 2010
- Latin dance, Martina Kocichova, 2010
- Hiphop, Shane Sparks, 2010
Professional Experience
Professional Experience
- Corporate Creche School (Ikoyi)
- Green Wood School (Ikoyi)
- Newland Primary School (Airport Road)
- Unique Blossom School (Ikorodu)
- Pamper School (Surulere)
- Caleb International School (Ketu)
- Fountain Point Academy (Ikorodu)
- Kids Court Montessori (Surulere)
- Redeem International School (Costain)
- Cedarwood School (Ikorodu)
- Imperial School Gate (Lekki)
- Mind Builders (Omole)
- Green Springs (Anthony)
- The Toddler Tree (GRA Ikeja)
- American International School (VI)
- Supreme Kids Schools (Lekki)
- Body Works, Lekki, Lagos, Ballet
- Ocean Parade, Ikoyi, Lagos, Fitness Class
- Shell, Lagos Island, Lagos, Dance Fitness
- Access bank, Victoria Island, Lagos, Dance Fitness
- Self-Centre, Maryland, Lagos, Dance Fitness
- Betsy Gym, Ikorodu, Lagos, Dance Fitness
Accomplishments
Accomplishments
- Co Facilitator for Fitness Seminar with CDW, Seminar, 2010
- Dancing with the stars, Dance workshop, Mobile Dance Company, Co Facilitator, Teacher & Choreographer 2011
- DANCE ADVANCE, dancers development programme, Co-Facilitator, Teacher and Choreographer, 2012 & 2016
- Facilitator for DANCE-A-TON Fitness 2019
- Event Convener for the Performing Christmas Concert 2021
- Event Assistant & Stage/House Light Director at the Span Easter Play 2023
Certification
- Society for Performing Arts in Nigeria
- CDW
- Quba Dance Company
- Lovette's Bits Dance Company
- Images Theatre
- Ignite Groove
- Louise Marie
- Andels Academy
- Beautiful Feet Academy
- Louise Marie Stage School
References
References
Available on Request
Timeline
Co-Cordinator
Franfunmi
11.2012 - 11.2012
Artist Dance Manager
Etisalat
01.2012
Choreographer
Sis Eko
01.2012 - 01.2012
Solo Dancer & Choreographer
Mtn Project Fame
11.2011 - 11.2011
Choreographer
Ay Live
01.2011 - 11.2011
Dancer
Exxon Mobil Production
01.2009 - 01.2009
Dance Performer
Society For The Performing Arts In Nigeria
01.2009 - 01.2010
International Dance Organisation
Certified Bronze Level from Latin and Ballroom Dance Instructor
Society For The Performing Arts In Nigeria
Two Year Dance Certification from Performing Arts
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