Meg Singh
Development and Communications Assocate at Ragamala Dance Company- Claim this Profile
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Credentials
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Advanced Reformer Certification
IM=X Pilates and FitnessMar, 2019- Nov, 2024 -
Certified Pilates Instructor
IM=X Pilates and FitnessAug, 2018- Nov, 2024 -
Adapted Yoga Cerification
Let It Go YogaSep, 2015- Nov, 2024 -
Yoga Instructor Certification - Level I
Lotus YogaJan, 2015- Nov, 2024
Experience
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Ragamala Dance Company
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United States
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Performing Arts
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1 - 100 Employee
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Development and Communications Assocate
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Jan 2023 - Present
-Develop a system and calendar for collaborating on social media marketing across multiple platforms. -Design engaging promotional content (videos, posters, social media posts, website, and press copy) for performances and outreach events. -Implement best practices for archiving videos and photos with attention to detail and maintain extensive physical and digital company archives; Maintain updated company website with all press, performances, and archival assets -Manage Salesforce database to track/analyze performance attendance, fundraising campaigns, donor engagement; Customize for specific needs of performing arts non-profit; generate reports on all Salesforce data -Oversee donor recognition and thank you process with care and gratitude. -Successfully generate, edit, and submit grant proposals and reports, leading to $100,000 in grants awarded Show less
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Independent Choreographer
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2016 - Present
-Awarded Residency at Springboard for the Arts, MN (2019); Dragon’s Egg, CT (2020); Homestead National Park (2021) for creation of new works. -Envision, plan, direct, secure funding for, market, and produce original dance works featured in festivals and showcases across the United States (Dumbo Dance Festival, American College Dance Festival, Buffalo Humanities Center, Screen Box International, World Dance Alliance America) -Fundraise $10,000 for the production of evening-length multidisciplinary performance SplitScreen (2019, co-director/choreographer) -Awarded Fringe Artist Grant for commitment to community engagement -Awarded Humanities New York grant to support choreographic process for evening-length interdisciplinary dance piece. -Balance priorities of all stakeholders (grant foundations, production director, dancers in the project, my creative perspective) with flexibility Show less
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University at Buffalo
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United States
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Higher Education
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700 & Above Employee
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Graduate Student Assistant -Department of Theater and Dance
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Aug 2019 - May 2022
-Facilitate 6 semester-long choreographic projects with 6-10 collaborators; execute and organize rehearsals through production phase of projects.-Utilize strong work ethic, time management, and problem-solving skills to balance multiple projects on overlapping timelines.-Efficiently manage and organize archive of production assets for 15 yearly shows-Leadership roles in Department Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Committee, faculty hiring committee, and graduate student association.-Generate supporting research materials for Dr. Ariel Nereson’s academic writing projects.-Co-teach Choreography course under the supervision of Jenna Del Monte.-Co-teach Dance History under the supervision of Jeanne Fornarola.-Adapt projects to multiple shifts in “remote” and “hybrid” work models. Show less
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Instructor of Record
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Aug 2019 - May 2022
-Lead-teach courses in Ballet, Modern, Dance Appreciation for undergraduate classes of 10-15 students. -Design curriculum focused on clear learning objectives, accessibility, and equity. -Provide mentorship and support for the diversity of student needs.-Respond promptly with written and verbal feedback on assignments. -Implement assessments of student progress that are supportive and generative.
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Concert Director
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Aug 2021 - Dec 2021
Oversee all aspects of showcase, including organizing and holding auditions, rehearsal schedules logistics for 40 dancers, hiring and overseeing technical support, and managing budget.-Facilitate clear communication between all cast members, University stakeholders, and local partners to produce a high-quality showcase attended by 500+ audience members.-Manage production logistics, including coordinating with choreographers, design technicians and the department on COVID safety protocols. -Design and implement marketing materials; write and coordinate press releases Show less
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Musical Production Lead Choreographer
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2016 - 2022
-Create 5-10 original musical theatre dance numbers for 4 musical productions.-Lead week-long choreography intensives for 30-40 high-school students. -Collaborate with Director, Musical Director on show themes and concept for Addams Family the Musical (2022); Sweeney Todd (2019); Little Shop of Horrors (2018); White Christmas (2016).
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Teaching Artist/Lead Instructor-Dance
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2014 - 2022
-Facilitate creative movement, ballet, tap, jazz, modern, musical theatre, and yoga classes for diverse populations of students ages 3-18; balancing practical logistics and creativity.-Build trusting relationships with student families through clear, student-centered communication.-Provide one-on-one coaching and mentorship for competition dancers; cultivate and foster artistry. -Develop daytime classes to grow studio enrollment-Collaborate with teams of 5-15 staff on large studio projects and events-Support studio operations, season planning, community outreach, and production of yearly student recitals with creative problem solving Studios taught at: Wempner’s School of Dance, SB Dance Unlimited, Helmer Dance Studio, MayerArts, The Dance Warehouse, Deuxmensions Dance Theatre, DanceTwirl MN, Dancerise Kids Show less
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Education
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2019 - 2022
University at Buffalo
Master of Fine Arts - MFA, Dance -
2010 - 2014
St. Olaf College
Bachelor of Arts - BA, Dance
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