Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
Languages
Affiliations
Timeline
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Scott Fordham

Scott Fordham

Toronto,ON

Summary

Dynamic Choreographer & Artistic Director who has worked Internationally and is renowned for impactful and high energy performances. Nelly Furtado, Shawn Mendes, Janelle Monae, Dragonette, Deborah Cox, Anjulie, Down With Webster, Robyn S, Taylor Dane, Martha Wash, Mac Cosmetics, TD Bank, Toyota, Fido, Cadburyand more are among past clients. Dedicated and adaptable professional with a proactive attitude and the ability to teach & learn quickly. Strong work ethic and effective communication skills. Eager to contribute to a dynamic team and support organizational goals.

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience

Work History

Choreographer/Artistic Director

Nelly Furtado
, Canada
10.2010 - Current
  • Much Music Video Awards
  • ET Canada NYE Special live on Global TV (Niagara Falls)
  • Global Ocean Gala hosted by Prince Albert II & Leonardo DiCaprio
  • Roy Thompson Hall (tour stop), NBA All Star Weekend Toronto (NBA Canada pre-game day event)

Choreographer/Artistic Director

Anjulie
, Canada
12.2008 - Current
  • City TV NYE Special (2x), Calgary Stampede, CRMA's, Anohki Awards, and Opening for Shipwrecked Tour, Shawn Desman Tour, T-Pain Tour. Additional Festivals across Canada. Anjulie is a Juno winner.

Choreographer/Artistic Director

Deborah Cox
, Canada
01.2008 - Current
  • Denim & Diamonds, Times Square in NY, Trafalgar Square in London, UK & Farha Foundation Montreal, among many others over 16 years

Music Videos-Choreographer

Self/Various Artists
Toronto, Ontario
09.2006 - Current
  • Choreographed Music Videos for artists such as Nelly Furtado, Shawn Mendes, Alx Veliz, Dragonette, Anjulie, Scott Helman, Addictiv, Mathew V, Azari & III, and more...
  • Crafted choreography with proper tone after reviewing concept and music. Taught all choreography.
  • Coached performers on facial expressions, gestures, and body language in order to bring characters to life on screen. Also done on stages*
  • Conducted audition processes for potential cast members.

Education

Some College (No Degree) - Hospitality & Tourism

College April-Fortier
Montreal, QC

Some College (No Degree) - Choreography & Dance

Dance Troop/Festivals/Universities/Industrials
Montreal, QC

Skills

  • Rehearsal direction
  • Scene staging
  • Dancer auditioning
  • Stage presence
  • Physical coordination
  • Performance planning
  • Performance optimization
  • Class leadership
  • Project management
  • Music selection
  • Teaching experience
  • Staging
  • Movement analysis
  • Jazz Funk
  • Hip Hop
  • Jazz
  • Dancehall
  • Contemporary
  • Heels
  • Burlesque
  • Vogue
  • African
  • Sports

Accomplishments

  • Featured in Globe & Mail, Journal de Montreal, Product Magazin
  • Featured on CBC Arts "The Move" and Cosmo TV's " A Day in the Life"

Languages

English
Full Professional
French
Professional

Affiliations

  • Activities include:
  • Basketball, Soccer, Badminton, Tennis, Running, Painting, Writing, Entertainment, Cooking, Animals. Always learning and exploring

Timeline

Choreographer/Artistic Director

Nelly Furtado
10.2010 - Current

Choreographer/Artistic Director

Anjulie
12.2008 - Current

Choreographer/Artistic Director

Deborah Cox
01.2008 - Current

Music Videos-Choreographer

Self/Various Artists
09.2006 - Current

Some College (No Degree) - Hospitality & Tourism

College April-Fortier

Some College (No Degree) - Choreography & Dance

Dance Troop/Festivals/Universities/Industrials
Scott Fordham