Bio

jackson_jolieba_062My character breakdown: HIP MIDDLE SCHOOL DANCE TEACHER / STYLISH CREATIVE PROFESSIONAL (23-29)  Upbeat. Bohemian. Warm. Intelligent. Determined. Curious.

I have an insatiable thirst for learning and exploring. I have traveled to the Himalayas, Amalfi Coast, Gore Island, Havana, and SalvadorBahia. I am an outdoor enthusiast and dog lover. You may run into me at meditation class, the beach, a live music show, or wherever there is exquisite sushi. I look great in a onesie and I am very particular about the way I tie my shoe laces. I enjoy karaoke, camping, and hot air balloon rides with my boyfriend. I write compelling grants for my family’s foundation, which helps underprivileged youth go to college and beyond.

Jolieba is the indigenous name of the River Niger and means beautiful river.

My commercial work experienceOld Navy, Ford, Gap, Nissan, Nike, Apple iPod, Bud Light, Captain Morgan, Sprint, NY NY Casino, Skechers, Puma.

My music video work experience: Lady Gaga, Christina Aguilera, Maroon 5, Katy Perry, LMFAO.

My modeling work experience: Ducati, Tron Legacy, Levi’s, Nike, Fender, Target.

My theatrical work experience: Captain Kangaroo Pimp’s girlfriend in feature film,  ”Black Dynamite.” 

I am so thankful to be working with amazing directors, producers, and creative teams!

My acting/commercial training: Diana Castle- The Imagined Life, Killian Mchugh- Commercial Adult Workshop, Killian Mchugh- Commercial Improv, Jill Alexander- Commercial Workshop, UCB Improv 101 (in progress)

My dance/choreography training:  UCLA- B.A. in World Arts & Cultures, Rennie Harris, Joe Goode, Annie Rosenthal, Germaine Acogny, Mestre Amen Santo, Electric Boogaloos. Styles: hip-hop, modern, salsa, samba, capoeira, popping, locking, house, afro-brazilian/afro-cuban, west african.  

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