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Norm Usiskin: bursary for preforming arts
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Gia Spataro

Edmonton,AB

Summary

Dynamic Creative Arts Director with a proven track record at DMAA, enhancing student creativity and teamwork through innovative art curriculums. Skilled in digital media and strategic leadership, I excel in collaboration and digital media, ensuring impactful learning experiences that boost student confidence and expression.

Overview

2
2
years of professional experience

Work History

Creative Arts Director

DMAA
01.2026 - Current

As of January 7th 2026, I will be a creative director at my school, we are expecting an upcoming musical, available to grades 5-7. In this program, we are working on increasing students creative abilities, confidence, as well as their teamwork with one another. More things that will be established are:

  • Developing engaging art curriculums, enhancing student creativity and expression.
  • Collaboration with faculty to integrate arts across various subjects, fostering interdisciplinary learning.
  • Implementing assessment tools to measure student progress in creative skills, ensuring consistent learning outcomes.

Leadership Student

Heroes Taekwondo Academy
09.2023 - Current
  • Mentored junior students in Taekwondo techniques, fostering skill development and confidence.
  • Improved staffing during busy periods by helping on packed periods
  • Launched quality assurance practices for each phase of development
  • Conducted evaluations of student progress, providing constructive feedback for improvement.

Junior Arts Director

DMAA
12.2024 - 04.2025

In 2025, my school put on the production of "Finding Nemo JR" , and i was asked to be an assistant director, helping the workers manage the children, design sets + props, and finding technicians to bring the show to life. More skills i have earned in this field are:

  • Collaborated with senior leadership to establish long-term business strategies and objectives.
  • Developed high-performing teams by providing mentorship, guidance, and opportunities for professional growth.
  • Directed strategic initiatives to enhance organizational effectiveness and streamline operations.

Education

No Degree - Grade 8

Doctor Margaret Ann Armour
Edmonton, AB
01-2030

Skills

  • Artistic talent
  • Digital media
  • Strategic leadership
  • Team development
  • Design
  • Visual storytelling

  • Art direction
  • Relationship building
  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • Problem-solving
  • Multitasking Abilities

Languages

English
Native or Bilingual

Norm Usiskin: bursary for preforming arts

The Norm Usiskin Bursary for Young Performers is a bursary program made for supporting young performers in their development of theatre skills through the arts. The program is open to any Alumni under the age of 17 years old registered in an Arts course or program. Recognized disciplines include theatre, dance, literary, contemporary applied arts, media arts, music, visual arts, and craft. The bursary aims to support young performers in their artistic development and is awarded based on points determined in the selection criteria. 


Timeline

Creative Arts Director

DMAA
01.2026 - Current

Junior Arts Director

DMAA
12.2024 - 04.2025

Leadership Student

Heroes Taekwondo Academy
09.2023 - Current

No Degree - Grade 8

Doctor Margaret Ann Armour
Gia Spataro