Joseph Pieterson
Accra
Summary
An analytical problem-solver with passion for team building, leading and motivating, as well as excellent relationship-building skills. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
University of Ghana
National Service (Teaching Assistant)
- Assisted lecturers with their practical and theory classes.
- Facilitated dance workshops for struggling students improve on their dance movements.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
Member and Senior Coordinator
Global Arts and Development Centre
- Led most community projects and organized educative workshops for the community.
- Prepared team members for community based educative project.
- Set priorities and problem-solved workflow issues to maintain rapport with customers and managers.
- Gathered and organized materials to support road trip operations.
- Participated in workshops and in-service meetings to enhance personal growth and professional development.
Cultural Consultant
Star That Shines
07.2020 - Current
- Effectively organize dance and drama programs through Theatre for Development
- Train teenagers in music, dance lessons and play writing for them to acquire skills and have the enthusiasm to be enrolled back in school
- Scout for children that have dropped out of school, teach and build up their confidence through arts
- Managed exercise, conditioning and flexibility improvement programs
- Organize a stage performance for the children to perform their projects and through that funds are raised to enroll them back to school
- Demonstrated creativity and resourcefulness through the development of innovative solutions
Program Development Consultant
Commission For Technical and Vocational Education And Training
10.2022 - 10.2022
- Developed curriculum for skill training institutions in Ghana
- Produced detailed and relevant reports for use in making school curriculum decisions
- Gathered, documented, and modeled data to assess new curriculum
- Evaluated current processes to develop improvement plans for skill institutions
Assistant Dance Instructor
Center For Cultural and African Studies (KNUST) - Part-time
09.2018 - 12.2018
- Assisted with coordination and administration of complete dance program
- Planned and oversaw students, and individual dance performances
- Taught groups of 100 students traditional, and popular dances
- Offered one-on-one instruction to students by appointment
- Created healthy and safe learning environment for all students by implementing class rules and promoting mutual respect and gentle discipline
- Planned, prepared, and delivered lesson plans introducing students to dance techniques and traditional dance movements
Dance Performer
Central European University, Community Engagement Department
09.2017 - 05.2018
- Performed at the annual Intercultural Festival
- Choreographed solo, duo, and group performances for conference and events
- Taught dance classes to children and adults of different skill levels
- Organized an exhibition on Ghanaian dance, childhood games and food for Deak Gallery
Volunteer
Tour Guide- European Heritage Days At CEU
06.2017 - 06.2017
- Assisted with special events and programs.
- Used strong interpersonal communication skills to convey information to others.
- Supported engaging, fun, and smooth-running events by helping with organization and planning.
Intern
Ghana Museum
06.2017 - 06.2017
- Analyzed problems and worked with teams to develop solutions.
- Sorted and organized files, spreadsheets, and reports.
- Participated in workshops and presentations related to projects to gain knowledge.
- Collected, arranged, and input information into database system.
Dance Performer
Abibigromma Theater Company
05.2015 - 10.2016
- Coordinated with choreographers to enhance and refine movements to properly enact intended vision
- Toured all Regions of Ghana using dance and drama to educated traders on the importance of saving money
- Created and implemented creative dance routines for different projects
- Performed in multiple roles by attending daily rehearsals to perfect execution of dance movements
- Collaborated with choreographers to refine or modify dance steps
Dance Teacher and Drummer
British International School
08.2015 - 11.2015
- Taught basic Ghanaian Traditional dance as an extra curricula activity.
- Provided constructive corrections to encourage students to learn steps and improve dancing.
- Promoted creative expression to encourage students to explore dance as art and self expression through movement.
- Motivated and encouraged students to practice dance routines to work toward set goals.
Dance and Theater Performer
FESPACO Pan-African Film & TV Festival of Ouagadougou
10.2013 - 10.2013
- Performed humorous and serious interpretations of emotional actions and situations, using body movements, and gestures
- Learned scripts to understand characters' relationships and develop role interpretations
- Studied scripts to successfully portray characters in dramas and comedies
- Studied and rehearsed roles from scripts to interpret and memorize lines and cues
- Practiced lines and scenes independently and collaboratively to prepare for performances
- Traveled to set locations to complete onsite filming
- Performed alongside various well-known actors and actresses
- Worked collaboratively with other actors to perform scenes and convey stories
Assistant Choreographer
TV Africa “Amazing child”
07.2013 - 09.2013
- Assisted with re-choreographing participants dance pieces before staging.
- Suggested and Created opening group dance for each shot.
- Composed sequences of steps and moves for dancers.
- Choreographed performances for individuals and groups.
Dance Teacher and Drummer
North Legon Little Campus
01.2012 - 02.2012
- Prepared student for end of term dance performances.
- Facilitated learning of various dance movements through detailed one-on-one lesson plans.
- Helped students set and achieve dance goals.
Dance Teacher and Drummer
St Peters International school
12.2011 - 01.2012
- Utilized different styles of teaching to accommodate students of all capabilities.
- Met needs of different students by adapting teaching materials and methods.
- Organized activities to promote learning and increase student enjoyment.
Dance Teacher and Drummer
Eagle International school
11.2011 - 01.2012
- Taught and explained choreography by breaking down steps and demonstrating moves.
- Planned routines for recitals and performances.
- Created healthy and safe learning environment for all students by implementing class rules and promoting mutual respect and gentle discipline.
- Provided constructive corrections to encourage students to learn steps and improve dancing.
Assistant Dance Teacher and Drummer
Mother care School
03.2011 - 03.2011
- Used age-appropriate vocabulary and music to teach class, keeping positive, enthusiastic attitude.
- Planned, prepared, and delivered lesson plans introducing students to dance techniques.
Dance Teacher and Drummer
North Legon Little Campus
01.2011 - 01.2011
- Provided constructive corrections to encourage students to learn steps and improve dancing.
- Motivated and encouraged students to practice dance routines to work toward set goals.
Education
Master of Arts - Cultural Heritage Studies: Academic Research
Central European University
Budapest-Hungary06.2018
Bachelors of Fine Arts - Dance and Theater Studies
University of Ghana
05.2015
Diploma - Dance Studies
University of Ghana
05.2011
Skills
- Analytical and Critical Thinking
- Flexible and Adaptable
- Written Communication
- Clerical Support
- Fluency in English
- Computer Literate
Performances
- 2022, Co-Choreographed opening and closing ceremony of GUSA Games
- 2016, Infinity-“Abloneh” My final year choreography piece (Choreographer/Performer)
- 2015, Use your head: A master’s student dance piece
- 2014, Samsung flash mob dance
- 2012, Hero’s Day
- 2012, Climate change and you. Sketch
- 2012, Opening of Goil filling station: Azonto dance performance
- 2012, Opening ceremony for Michael Essien’s Peace match: World 11 VS Africa 11
- 2012, Lunch of Zoom Alliance: sketch on waste management
- 2012, ECOWAS Games opening and closing ceremony, Dance performance
- 2011, Cultural Performance for the opening of OLAM factory
Productions Participated
- 2016, Wobe-Jeke: the tale of two Kings
- 2013, All for Nothing – Theatre production
- 2012, Su-ban (The cry of nana “Twene Kese”)
- 2011, Twinisem: A Masters Student Dance Production
- 2011, Kozi: A Master’s Student Dance Production
- 2011, Ananse’s Quest: Theatre production
- 2010, Barebones: A Final Year Student Dance Productions
- 2010, The Future of Dance: - Staff Production
- 2010, Darudwa: A Student Dance Production
Awards
Best male performer 2013, Department of dance studies, University of Ghana.
Best male performer 2012, Department of dance studies, University of Ghana.
Publications
Pieterson, J. (2023),
Waterworld: The Use and Reuse of Lake Tadane in Safeguarding Knowledge and Sustaining the Cultural Heritage of the Nzulezo Community. Blue Papers, 2(2). https://doi.org/10.58981/bluepapers.2023.2.15
Play Lawn-Tennis and swimming.
I have been a member of the Winneba Lawn Tennis academy for over 15years and have played competitive tournaments nationwide.
Timeline
Program Development Consultant
Commission For Technical and Vocational Education And Training
10.2022 - 10.2022
Cultural Consultant
Star That Shines
07.2020 - Current
Assistant Dance Instructor
Center For Cultural and African Studies (KNUST) - Part-time
09.2018 - 12.2018
Dance Performer
Central European University, Community Engagement Department
09.2017 - 05.2018
Volunteer
Tour Guide- European Heritage Days At CEU
06.2017 - 06.2017
Intern
Ghana Museum
06.2017 - 06.2017
Dance Teacher and Drummer
British International School
08.2015 - 11.2015
Dance Performer
Abibigromma Theater Company
05.2015 - 10.2016
Dance and Theater Performer
FESPACO Pan-African Film & TV Festival of Ouagadougou
10.2013 - 10.2013
Assistant Choreographer
TV Africa “Amazing child”
07.2013 - 09.2013
Dance Teacher and Drummer
North Legon Little Campus
01.2012 - 02.2012
Dance Teacher and Drummer
St Peters International school
12.2011 - 01.2012
Dance Teacher and Drummer
Eagle International school
11.2011 - 01.2012
Assistant Dance Teacher and Drummer
Mother care School
03.2011 - 03.2011
Dance Teacher and Drummer
North Legon Little Campus
01.2011 - 01.2011
University of Ghana
National Service (Teaching Assistant)
Member and Senior Coordinator
Global Arts and Development Centre
Master of Arts - Cultural Heritage Studies: Academic Research
Central European University
Bachelors of Fine Arts - Dance and Theater Studies
University of Ghana
Diploma - Dance Studies
University of Ghana
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