Denis Ugurlu Email & Phone Number

488 South Hill Street, Los Angeles California

Overlook various Showcase Directors and assist is making sure there goals are met. Showcase Director for various city markets (Los Angeles, San Diego, Las Vegas, San Francisco, Chicago, New Orleans, San Antonio, Milwaukee, Baltimore, Boston, New York, Portland, Philadelphia, and more)· Production – Responsible for the start to finish planning and execution of a local arts showcase in each city on alternating months. Management and constant communication between talent, venue,… Show more Overlook various Showcase Directors and assist is making sure there goals are met. Showcase Director for various city markets (Los Angeles, San Diego, Las Vegas, San Francisco, Chicago, New Orleans, San Antonio, Milwaukee, Baltimore, Boston, New York, Portland, Philadelphia, and more)· Production – Responsible for the start to finish planning and execution of a local arts showcase in each city on alternating months. Management and constant communication between talent, venue, and staffing while upholding the RAW mission statement of existing as an accessible platform for emerging artists and the place for local artists to be discovered.· Curating – Conduct in-depth interviews and hand select artists across all genres for a cohesive debut. Essentially act as tastemaker for the city per season in the categories of art, fashion, and music. Be on constant lookout for trends in contemporary art and public consumption.· Artist Relations – Ensure that each artist’s vision is fully realized, involving discussions with 40-50 artists for every month’s showcase. Extensive collaboration on the aesthetic of the gallery and runway presentations.· Operations – Keep a close eye on budgets in each city. Handle all in-city staffing, including production assistants, interns, photographer and videographer, DJ and host, and all needed labor for the day of the event.· Social Media & Press -- Send out press releases to galleries, blogs, and scouts as invitations to the event on behalf of artists. Maintain the cohesive aesthetic of each city’s facebook, instagram, and other social media platforms. Pursue press coverage leading up to and on the day of the event. Show less

Include Jackalope Arts, Ig Yoga Getaway, And More

Meet with relevant staff of the organization and discuss the event in detail; Hire, train, and educate staff on proper event procedures; Suggest creative possibilities such as themes and ideas to help the event; Ensure deadlines and budgets are adhered to; Promote and market using various methods such flyers, emails, press releases, social media, and more; Set up equipment and confirm with Fire Marshall all are approved; Adhere to a time line and frequently communicate with members of the… Show more Meet with relevant staff of the organization and discuss the event in detail; Hire, train, and educate staff on proper event procedures; Suggest creative possibilities such as themes and ideas to help the event; Ensure deadlines and budgets are adhered to; Promote and market using various methods such flyers, emails, press releases, social media, and more; Set up equipment and confirm with Fire Marshall all are approved; Adhere to a time line and frequently communicate with members of the organization as the event progresses; Work with guests to ensure all requests are met; Analyze event performance and prepare debriefing presentation. Show less

Greater Los Angeles Area

Currently teaching yoga and movement based classes in various studios in Los Angeles. Also, focusing on 1-on-1 instruction for both yoga and interval based fitness designing each meeting to be designed specifically to meet one's goals. Trained hand balancer, and inversions instructor.

Rare By Drai’S, Fifty Seven, The Argyle

Assisted in being a part of a team that trained, and overlooked the opening of various restaurants; Meticulous training and preparation on service, menu, and drink specific to each restaurant; Designed drink specials catered to food menu; Experience working in various environments such as dining, bar ,speakeasy lounge, and nightclub; Confidence and strong knowledge of all alcohols served including specialty drinks, wines, sparkling beverages, and beer; Knowledge of the menu including all… Show more Assisted in being a part of a team that trained, and overlooked the opening of various restaurants; Meticulous training and preparation on service, menu, and drink specific to each restaurant; Designed drink specials catered to food menu; Experience working in various environments such as dining, bar ,speakeasy lounge, and nightclub; Confidence and strong knowledge of all alcohols served including specialty drinks, wines, sparkling beverages, and beer; Knowledge of the menu including all ingredients, allergies, and methods of preparation; Positive, warming customer service and strong communication with guests; Able to maintain exemplary customer service even with a large volume of guests; Organization of bar of all glassware, alcohol, and juices and maintaining a clean environment; Knowledge of POS system and both opening/closing procedure and requirements. Show less

Various Locations

Worked as a freelance Dance Instructor and Choreographer for the New England Area. Designed classes and workshops to meet the specific goals desired by dancers. Hosted assemblies inmultiple elementary and middle schools introducing hip hop dance. Designed and taught a hip hop dance aerobics style class benefiting as a cardio workout using beginner-based hip hop dance moves.

6250 Hollywood Boulevard, Los Angeles California 90028

Job Duties: Communicated with guests and monitored tables, ensuring area was prepared above standard, clean, and that guests were having an enjoyable time during both Drai’s Dayclub & Nightclub; Banquet-served special upscale events, maintaining a complete knowledge in all food and drinks served; Cocktail-served Lyst events, maintaining knowledge of drink menu/bottle service, POS system, and delivering elevated service by assuring that guests were having an enjoyable evening; Strong social… Show more Job Duties: Communicated with guests and monitored tables, ensuring area was prepared above standard, clean, and that guests were having an enjoyable time during both Drai’s Dayclub & Nightclub; Banquet-served special upscale events, maintaining a complete knowledge in all food and drinks served; Cocktail-served Lyst events, maintaining knowledge of drink menu/bottle service, POS system, and delivering elevated service by assuring that guests were having an enjoyable evening; Strong social media and marketing skills helping promote the company at various events outside and during work hours. Show less

287 Main Street, Niantic, Ct 06357

Selected and planned lessons for both private and group classes; Designed programs personalized to each student’s goals; Instructed, explained, and demonstrated techniques and methods of dance with musical or rhythmic accompaniment; Hosted annual parties and practice sessions; Attended and competed in performances and competitions; Strengthened events management skills while creating and overseeing dance based events from beginning to end.

83 Windham Street, Willimantic Connecticut 06226

Assisted in managing and curating local art gallery, Akus Gallery; Prepared, managed and marketed events in the performing art department that included but did not limit: artist showcases, gallery showcases, vocal performances, band performances, and theatrical performances; Filmed and edited concerts/productions; Striked guest artist gallery showings; Typed reports, forms, memos, and schedules; Answered telephone and accepted messages and delivered to appropriate professors; Greeted and… Show more Assisted in managing and curating local art gallery, Akus Gallery; Prepared, managed and marketed events in the performing art department that included but did not limit: artist showcases, gallery showcases, vocal performances, band performances, and theatrical performances; Filmed and edited concerts/productions; Striked guest artist gallery showings; Typed reports, forms, memos, and schedules; Answered telephone and accepted messages and delivered to appropriate professors; Greeted and directed visitors or students to locations; Received, verified, and assembled a variety of documents and processed accordingly. Show less

83 Windham Street, Willimantic, Ct 06226

Worked with actors to deepen their understanding with the character by finding movement related to the character. Worked with director to design blocking for all characters while not obstructing views for theatre viewers. Researched movement for performance based on different cultures in different eras. Choreographed any dancenumbers needed in performances with with dance trained nondance trained actors.

95 Storrs Road, East Brook Mall, Mansfield, Ct 06226

Demonstrated the correct way to use exercise equipment; Ensured the gym was clean and free ofhealth and safety hazards; Developed personal exercise and diet plans; Performed the sales activities of a fitness organization including membership sales, promotional activities and generaladministration with the aim of driving the business forward.

435 Boston Post Road, East Lyme, Ct 06333

For 1.5 seasons performed as professional dancer on the open competitive Street Elite Hip Hop Dance crew. Attended numerous weekly trainings practicing choreography, stunts, tumbling, and conditioning for performances. Traveled around the United States competing in numerous competitions. Attended Dance Worlds 2011 in Disney World and took 1st place in the World setting the highest score in Dance World’s history.

Antalya, Turkey

Developed and applied entertainment for the guests such as sports games, dances and other shows; Participated in all the daily activities; Showcased knowledge of different sport activities including but not limited to aerobics, volleyball, archery, yoga,& bocce; Interact with guests from numerous cultures in a professional manner. Acted and danced in nightly performances rotating from dance to comedic audience interactive shows.

Bachelor'S Degree, Visual And Performing Arts And Communications

Activities and Societies: Performing Arts // Residential Assistant // Competitive Dancer // Movement Specialist // Choreographer //.

Bachelor Of Arts (B.A.), Visual And Performing Arts And Communications