Resume
WORK HISTORY
Ballet Project OC - Artistic Director, Dancer, & Freelance ChoreographerTustin, CA • 08/2019 - Current
New York City Ballet- Dancer. 2018-2019
Pacific Northwest Ballet- Oct. 2019-Mar. 2020
Freelance Model- 2018-Current- Carbon 38, LAFW, SoDanca, etc.
School of American Ballet- Teacher Assistant- 2014-2018
The Colburn School- Ballet Teacher 2025
Professional Summary
Skilled Choreographer, talented managing instruction, and support for multiple dancers. Proficient in the classical and neoclassical ballet vocabulary. Friendly and upbeat communicator with passion for helping dancers dive into innovative and musically driven choreography for the stage. Ms. Helman also takes the roles of a guest performer, costume designer, director, and model.
ACCOMPLISHMENTS
Highlighted in "Orange Coast Magazine" as "Person of Interest" in 2021.
Featured multiple times in "Shout Out LA" for upcoming productions and artistic accomplishments.
Choreographed the full length dance film "Sunscape".
Speaks at various schools such as Northern Michigan University and The Colburn School to encourage students and shed light on the current industry.
Created and commissioned a repertory of 50 ballets within the span of three years, 23 of these works being choreographed by Miss Helman.
EDUCATION
Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZ • Expected in 2025
Bachelor of Science: Business Administration And Management
SKILLS
Innovative Choreography
Project Management
Class Instruction
Film and Video Production
Performance Planning
Administrative Support
Rehearsal Management
Music Literacy
Lighting Planning
Stage Performance
Critical Thinking
Executive and Administrative Skills
Social Media Marketing
Logo Creation
Marketing
Web Design
Superior Time Management
Superior Organizational Skills
Digital Content Development
Excellent Team Player
Mentoring Artists
Blog Posts & Community Outreach
Project Management
Corporate Communications
Manage Client Relationships
Maintain Budgets