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I wrote a character breakdown to describe myself in short.
HIP MIDDLE SCHOOL DANCE TEACHER / STYLISH CREATIVE PROFESSIONAL (23-29) Upbeat. Bohemian. Warm. Intelligent. Determined. She loves learning about different cultures and has traveled through the Himalayas, India, Senegal, Brazil and Cuba. She’s an outdoor enthusiast and indulges in meditation, acupuncture, Capoeira and books. Goes to the farmers market to flirt for free flowers. Regularly attends art shows. Dog lover. Enjoys karaoke, camping, and hot air balloon rides with her boyfriend. She writes compelling grants for her family’s home grown foundation which helps at risk-youth in the San Francisco Bay Area. Jolieba is the indigenous name of the River Niger and means beautiful river.
Here’s more info on my work experience.
I have been featured in commercial ads like Ford, Gap, Nissan, Nike, Apple iPod, Bud Light, Captain Morgan, Sprint, NY NY Casino, Skechers & Puma. I have worked with artists like Lady Gaga, Christina Aguilera, Maroon 5, Katy Perry, & LMFAO. I have done fashion shows for Ducati, Tron Legacy, Levi’s, Nike, Fender, and Target. I also have done guest spots on TV and had a hilarious role in feature film ”Black Dynamite.” I have worked with amazing directors, producers, and creative teams. Love making good work together!
Currently, I teach dance at the Windward School and have been working with their students over the past 4 years. I specialize in arts education and developing culture awareness and creative expression. I help youth build confidence and self-esteem through dance. I am also a Board Member- Development Chair, of the First Base Foundation and I advocate for youth, especially at-risk kids and minorities.
A bit about my training…
I began dancing when I was 5 and trained in all styles- jazz, hip-hop, modern, salsa, samba, capoeira, popping, locking, house, and west african. I graduated from UCLA with a B.A. in World Arts & CUltures. I have studied and been influenced a lot by international choreographers like Rennie Harris, Joe Goode, Annie Rosenthal, Germaine Acogny, Mestre Amen Santo, and Electric Boogaloos.
I love acting and did a lot of musical theatre growing up. Since moving to Los Angeles, I have been able to study with the amazing Diana Castle. I have also taken great commercial workshop classes and improv with Killian Mchugh and Jill Alexander.
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