Mason Van Katwyk

Experience

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  Brigham Young University - Idaho

  Jun 2016 - Nov 2016

  Student Director
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  Brigham Young University - Idaho

  Sept 2017 - Aug 2019

  • Collaborated with a team of 8 students to successfully plan and execute 4 dance workshops for groups of 20+ youth and children to promote mental and physical wellbeing.•Coordinated talent recruitment and selection, coordinating auditions and managing talent a team of 36 dancers from 100 applicant that fit the company’s mission and needs.• Assisted in leading a team of 36 collegiate level dancers to produce 24 dance performances, fostering collaboration and achieving performance goals. - Curated casting for dance performances, prioritizing the artistic growth of each member and assigning roles that challenge them and enhance their overall versatility and skillset.- Empowered the team by leveraging non-dance talent skills (marketing, logistics, workshops, team building) to enhance efficiency.- Held debriefing meetings a few times a month, discussing progress in fulfilling the mission of both the company and affiliated school. Show less - Created and implemented best kinesiological practices to ensure safety of the dancer’s physical, mental and emotional needs.- Taught beginning dance techniques and skills giving the students a solid foundation and understanding to then build on with more advanced skills if they choose to continue to learn about this art form.- Illuminated understanding and appreciation for Modern dance as an art form and its history using powerpoint presentations, video clips, and movement explorations and exercises as a both a class and in groups. - Prepared lessons on dance theory and choreography methods for students to be able to analyze what is seen and then voice perspectives and feedback intelligently. Show less

  • Assistant Artistic Director

    Oct 2017 - Aug 2019

  • Dance Instructor

    Sept 2017 - Jul 2018
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  Transpac

  Mar 2019 - Jul 2021

  • Created a training book for onboarding employees to learn and use as reference working the ERP system as well the other responsibilities and duties for this specific role.• Coordinated internal & external communications among warehouse and executives, and clients to ensure seamless order processing and customer service.• Managed high-volume customer inquiries (50+ per day), achieving a 97% customer satisfaction through professional and transparent communication and problem resolution via multiline phone system and through email.• Coordinated weekly meetings discussing 300+ cross-functional order processing projects, resulting in 95% on-time delivery rate.• Facilitated trainings once a week for 3 months with several departments to educate and answer questions about the functions and processes within the new ERP system.• Maintained and organized confidential customer records, financial information and purchase agreements in Apprise ERP system & Microsoft Excel.• Delivered compelling product presentations to high-level executives and clients utilizing Microsoft PowerPoint, showcasing top 100 items post-tradeshow. Show less

  • Key Account Sales Coordinator

    May 2019 - Jul 2021

  • Data Entry Clerk

    Mar 2019 - May 2019
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  Mason Coaching

  Sept 2019 - now

  Certified Life & Health Coach

  • Provided psychotherapy-informed coaching to 1-8 clients weekly and biweekly focusing on areas of career, love, finance, and emotional well-being.• Met with clients who were seeking to discover and overcome negative mindsets, beliefs, and associated emotions that were inhibiting them from progressing and finding success in their careers and personal lives.• Developed and delivered personalized coaching programs (1-3-month durations) integrating therapeutic methods to enhance work-life harmony, emotional intelligence, and mindset shifts. •Researched and conducted quarterly interviews with target audience to ensure products and services remain relevant to their evolving needs.•Applied therapeutic principles and somatic awareness to enhance clients’ self-awareness, self-compassion, and emotional resilience.• Led a 14-day detox body cleanse annually for 1-10 participants to lose unwanted weight, boost immune system, increase energy levels, and work productivity.• Conducted one-on-one coaching sessions via zoom and phone, ensuring a high level of engagement and confidentiality.• Executed client contracts and confidentiality agreements during onboarding to safeguard sensitive information.• Established relationships with other content creators and extended an opportunity to curate each other’s work on our platforms, offering our services to a wider audience. Show less

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  Vanden High School

  Jan 2023 - now

  Visual Technician/Choreographer

  • Managed and mentored a team of 27 students, successfully delivering 1-2 complex projects within tight deadlines and a budget of $15k-$16k.• Led a percussion and color guard program through a comprehensive skill development program, resulting in a 1-2 class advancement in competition within 2 months.• Successfully navigated performance and skill level gaps using WGI competition performance and skills metrics, leading to a 30% improvement in overall team performance.• Designed a 5-week leadership development course for both students in leadership roles and potential ones who are seeking roles in the future.• Designed a self-assessment performance metric system focused on developing students’ leadership in communication, team building, conflict resolution and instruction.• Created a performance metric system for students in leadership to track and provide feedback about their progress in teaching/instructing, collaboration, performance, communication, & teamwork.• Fostered a positive and engaging learning environment that resulted in a 30% increase in student enthusiasm and well-being, with no students dropping out or quitting.• Initiated collaboration in reorganizing and specifying job descriptions for interviewing, contracting, and onboarding new and current staff members.• Implemented conflict resolution workshops and bi-weekly 1-on-1 meetings with student leadership leading to an 85% reduction in team conflicts.• Collaborated with stakeholders, including the Band Director, to assess and revitalize music programs, resulting in a 25% increase in student participation and community engagement and a 15% increase in overall student enrollment the following season, with a 97% talent retention rate.• Collaborated with creative teams on future program entertainment ideas and talent needs. Show less

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  Noel Decor

  Oct 2023 - now

  Holiday Decorator

  • Collaborated with Executives in the recruitment process, selecting a 10-15 dynamically talented team of decorators in the Sacramento & Bay Area region.• Onboarded new and incoming decorators of decorating skills, installation, and takedown processes, maintaining a 97% client satisfaction and continuation of future services.• Met with Executives and Directors about company success and strategized to accomplish vision and potential.• Evaluated individual team member performance 2xs a year during installation and take-down projects.• Decorated various residential and corporate locations around Sacramento & Bay Area in California. Show less