EXPERIENCE
“Art enables us to find ourselves and lose ourselves at the same time.”
– Thomas Merton.
CURRENT
ENTERTAINMENT PROJECT MANAGER
2025 - Dance Supervisor
Managed complex scheduling for studio teaching staff, optimizing rehearsal time and ensuring alignment with production needs. Coordinated technical logistics, including IEM recording sessions, and maintained oversight of props and set pieces to guarantee seamless show execution. Facilitated communication between creative and technical teams, proactively resolving challenges to uphold production timelines and performance quality.
2018/2025 - Carnival Cruise Line Safety Video (Shaquille O'Neal Safety Briefing)
Led the end-to-end project management for the debut and fleet-wide implementation of Carnival Cruise Line’s safety video featuring Shaquille O’Neal. Managed cross-functional collaboration between production, PR, and shipboard teams to maintain brand consistency and operational efficiency. Oversaw talent coordination, scheduling, and wardrobe styling, ensuring a polished final product. Implemented accessibility features, including multilingual captions and audio descriptions, to enhance inclusivity.
2025 - Safety Video Add-On
Directed the expansion of the original safety video, overseeing pre-production planning, filming logistics, and post-production execution. Developed a detailed storyboard and call sheet to streamline the shooting process. Coordinated schedules for film crew and on-screen talent while securing necessary venues for filming. Managed communication between multiple departments to ensure a smooth production process and adherence to creative and safety guidelines.
2023 - Makeup Artist for "Festival Italiana" (Carnival VENEZIA)
Led the research and development of inclusive, cost-effective makeup designs tailored for the featured guest experience. Reduced production expenses by implementing strategic budgeting while enhancing workflow efficiency. Created high-quality instructional video and photography content to establish a training resource for future performers and makeup artists.
2023 - Creative Development for "Evolution" (Carnival CELEBRATION)
Worked alongside the Creative Development and Guest Experience teams to choreograph and install an expansion to the guest experience, "Evolution." Managed project timelines, liaised between stakeholders, and ensured all creative elements were seamlessly integrated into the onboard entertainment program.
2023 - Makeup Artist for "Color My World" & "Most Magnificent Circus"
Designed and implemented makeup concepts for Color My World, ensuring alignment with the original creative vision. Developed comprehensive reference materials and training guides to maintain design consistency across productions. Integrated DEI principles into creative execution, fostering an inclusive and artistically cohesive environment.
2022 - Carnival MARDI GRAS Creative Support
Provided high-level project support to the Creative Development Team onboard Carnival’s flagship vessel, Carnival MARDI GRAS. Developed onboarding documentation for featured musicians and managed key aspects of creative asset implementation. Shadowed British Stage Director & Choreographer Paul Roberts during the development of Celestial Strings, gaining insight into large-scale theatrical production management. Assisted Creative Director Mark Jennings and Assistant Choreographer Layla Ellison, ensuring smooth execution of performance and technical elements.
2022 - Fleet Cast Manager Training (Carnival PANORAMA)
Developed and led training initiatives for Fleet Cast Managers, equipping them with the necessary skills to oversee cast transitions efficiently. Designed instructional resources to standardize onboarding procedures, improving operational consistency across fleet-wide productions.
2022 - DEI & Makeup Workshops
Conceptualized and delivered customized in-studio makeup workshops incorporating DEI principles. Designed and produced digital training materials, including video and photography content, to extend accessibility and learning beyond in-person sessions. Collaborated with creative teams to integrate inclusive practices into performance styling and execution.
2021 to Present - Bethany Kate Creative Projects
Spearheaded diverse creative initiatives across onboarding, DEI training, instructional content creation, and operational strategy. Established process improvements within entertainment, guest experience, and public relations teams, enhancing efficiency and creative impact. Developed high-quality training materials and project documentation to support the seamless execution of productions and performer onboarding.
2020- 2025
CONTENT CREATOR CARNIVAL CRUISE LINE AND OPRAH DAILY MAGAZINE
Carnival Cruise Line Entertainment & Oprah Daily Magazine
Bridging creativity with strategic execution, these projects strengthened training, recruitment, and promotional efforts, ensuring a dynamic and engaging approach to content creation within the entertainment industry.
Creative Makeup Design & Editorial Recognition – Designed original makeup concepts featured in Oprah Daily Magazine, contributing to the editorial piece “80 Creative DIY Halloween Costumes for Women That Won’t Break the Bank”. The feature highlighted innovative, budget-friendly artistry that showcased adaptability and creative problem-solving.
Multimedia Content Production & Social Media Engagement – Created compelling content across various mediums, including video, photography, and print, for Carnival Cruise Line Entertainment. Developed promotional campaigns for Carnival Celebration Key, Carnival Firenze, and Carnival Venezia, engaging audiences across digital platforms (2023-2025).
DEI & Educational Resource Development – Designed comprehensive DEI educational materials, including visual aids and training guides, adopted by Carnival Studios. These resources provided essential tools for shipboard and shoreside teams, ensuring inclusive and accurate training for incoming talent.
Onboarding & Employee Engagement Initiatives – Produced “Day in the Life” video reels showcasing shipboard, studio, and managerial positions. These videos served as a key onboarding tool, offering new employees an inside look into the roles and expectations within the Entertainment department.
Production Support & Content Development – Edited and assembled professional demo reels for “Color My World”, directed and choreographed by Marcos Santana. These materials were used as promotional assets for senior management and as training resources for incoming production teams, ensuring consistency in creative execution.
Talent Acquisition & Recruitment Strategies – Led the development of recruitment videos and promotional materials to attract high-caliber shoreside supervisors and shipboard talent. These assets enhanced Carnival Entertainment’s ability to secure top-tier professionals in key roles.
Public Relations & Brand Collaboration – Partnered with the PR team to create and execute promotional content featured on Carnival Corporation’s official Instagram (2025). This initiative increased engagement and visibility for major brand campaigns.
Industry Recognition & Media Features – Featured in a WSVN - 7 News Miami segment, demonstrating theatrical makeup techniques at Carnival Studios (2025). Provided expert insight into entertainment industry standards while showcasing behind-the-scenes artistry.
Community & Industry Awareness Initiatives – Developed content for World Theatre Day (2023), International Women’s History Month (2024), and National Mentoring Month (2023). These campaigns amplified industry representation and engagement across Carnival Entertainment’s digital platforms.
PREVIOUSLY
2016 to 2025
PRODUCTION CAST MANAGER FOR CARNIVAL CRUISE LINE
Responsible for managing the Production Cast and maintaining the shows; choreographically and aesthetically. Manager to the Dance/Vocal Captain, Seamstress, Puppet Captain and Magic Show Dance Captain ensuring they execute their job responsibilities correctly. Scheduled and trained all team members in their daily entertainment activities. Performed shows as a Dancer-Singer on an assigned vessel while embracing the Carnival Service Values. Advised and counselled all cast members as needed. Supported their well-being and morale while being the liaison between the Department Head, Hotel Director and Shore Side Management to communicate clearly all necessary information to the cast. Documented all pertinent information in the Dance Assistant Report. Conducted assessments, evaluations and appraisals on cast members throughout their contract, as well as written compulsory contract reviews.
2022-2025
PRODUCTION CAST MANAGER - Inaugural Team
Managed and established the Carnival Celebration Production shows for CCL Entertainment. Apart of the inaugural and maiden voyage start up team. Conceived, developed and guided entertainment productions and onboard Entertainment experiences. Lead the creative development and management of the Playlist Production shows and guest experience actives. Created onboarding resources for future incoming management and production staff.
Carnival Cruise Line Reveals Never-Before-Seen Live Entertainment to Debut on Its Newest Ship
Color My World – An Indie Rock and Pop Love Story
“romance will be in the air as a popular artist and his assistant go on a journey of love through art and color. The artistic love story will blend fun dance styles such as street jazz, hip-hop, musical theater and ballet with the best songs from indie rock and pop genres. Combining different mediums of art to create a visually captivating experience, this vibrant and colorful show will feature live painting on stage with music and choreography to match.”
Production Cast Manager and featured Dancer/Singer. Original install and inaugural cast.
Amor Cubano
“A Caribbean Dance Romance features a sizzling four-piece Cuban band and a talented eight-member cast who have audiences singing and dancing in the aisles as they perform songs by top Latin artists, including Gloria Estefan, Celia Cruz and Pitbull, amid a tropics-inspired backdrop of Cuba and Miami.”
Production Cast Manager and featured Dancer/Singer. 8 person adaptation
Celestial Strings
“A symphonic rock and pop experience! Embark on a magical journey with and the Playlist Productions cast as they reimagine contemporary hits with electrifying strings”
Production Cast Manager and featured Dancer/Singer. 8 person adaptation
2022
SHOW SUPERVISOR
Created and maintained a production schedule for each show onboard the Carnival PANORAMA. Organised additional meetings for cast and entertainment staff. Worked closely with the Entertainment Director and other department managers to make decisions regarding all aspects of a production, ensuring they were within the requirements of safety policies. Communicated with management, trainers and team members to ensure that all needs were met. Conducted orientation and on-the-job trainings for new hires and new management positions. Provided professional education and training in support of Carnival Entertainment requirements. Prepared a new Cast Manager on how to develop and conduct a team onboard the Carnival PANORAMA. Established all five production shows complete with technical aspects, costume, hair, makeup and live vocals.
2019-2024
PRODUCTION CAST MANAGER - Flagship Contracts
Managed Carnival’s production shows and various entertainment events on CCL’s newest “Fun Italian Style” Ship the Carnival Venezia out of New York 2023-2024
Managed and established the Carnival Panorama Production shows for CCL’s ‘Return to Services’ cruises 2021-2022
Trained and coached incoming Cast Manger Fleet Supervisors to understand all aspects of Production shows and onboard operations of the Carnival Panorama. Created onboarding documentation and visual references 2021
Managed the Production Cast of Carnival Cruise Line’s newest flag ships (Carnival HORIZON & Carnival PANORAMA)
Shipboard Project Manager for the filming and production of the “New Safety Videos” featuring Shaquille O'neal. In charge of scheduling and styling the talent. Project by Boldman media onboard Carnival HORIZON 2019
Production Shows:
Celestial Strings
“A symphonic rock and pop experience! Embark on a magical journey with and the Playlist Productions cast as they reimagine contemporary hits with electrifying strings”
Production Cast Manager and featured Dancer/Singer
Vintage Pop
“Pop goes vintage goes pop! Travel back to a glitzy Roaring ‘20s party, featuring a fresh take on the iconic sounds of the Harlem Renaissance and a vintage spin on today’s top hits!”
Production Cast Manager and featured Dancer/Singer
Soul Bound
“Set to the greatest R&B hits of all time, our devious characters will haunt you with a sinister story of mischief, mayhem and dastardly deeds. Being bad never sounded so good!”
Production Cast Manager and featured Dancer/Singer
Amor Cubano
“A Caribbean Dance Romance features a sizzling four-piece Cuban band and a talented eight-member cast who have audiences singing and dancing in the aisles as they perform songs by top Latin artists, including Gloria Estefan, Celia Cruz and Pitbull, amid a tropics-inspired backdrop of Cuba and Miami.”
Production Cast Manager and featured Dancer/Singer
Broadway Beats
“A larger-than-life journey through the Big Apple, featuring iconic show tunes reinvented with percussive urban rhythms and a modern electronic beats. Follow a band of entertainers as they immerse themselves in the city's most dynamic neighborhoods that come to life with hyper-realistic LED screens of signature NYC elements - the towering skyline, subway cars, bold street art and more.”
Production Cast Manager and featured Dancer/Singer
Rock Revolution
“A modernized concert-style show inspired by the legendary Woodstock music delivers an electrifying and immersive Rock Arena experience.”
Production Cast Manager and featured Dancer/Singer.
Color My World
“romance will be in the air as a popular artist and his assistant go on a journey of love through art and color. The artistic love story will blend fun dance styles such as street jazz, hip-hop, musical theater and ballet with the best songs from indie rock and pop genres. Combining different mediums of art to create a visually captivating experience, this vibrant and colorful show will feature live painting on stage with music and choreography to match.”
Production Cast Manager and featured Dancer/Singer.
Epic Rock
“Epic Rock celebrates the glam days of the 1970s and 1980s with hard-driving tunes by Aerosmith, Led Zeppelin and Guns ’n Roses and arena rock staples by artists like Journey and Bon Jovi – all backed by dazzling pyrotechnics, lasers and shooting flames associated with over-the-top rock-and-roll shows. Epic Rock brings back the days when rock ruled the airwaves while providing guests a chance to sing along and channel their inner rock star”
Production Cast Manager and featured Dancer/Singer
TEACHER AND COACHING
Motivational speaker for various professional colleges and public dance schools in the UK. Held online and in person workshops in dance choreography, Stage makeup 101 and Cruise Industry insights/sustainability. Created age appropriate personalised teaching booklets for each workshop. (Northern Ballet School, Center Pointe Vocational Performing Arts College, Nicola Moorhead School of Dance, MM Jazz Company).
2020- 2021
ACCOUNT MANAGER FOR INVENTUS MEDIA INC. (WWW.INVENTUS.MEDIA)
Part of the design and account management team for a marketing services agency. Developed and supported the US launch of Morgan’s (www.hellomorgan.com) marketing campaign. This campaign was inspired by dance and our work was recently featured in the Super Bowl. Other projects included web design, campaign budget, client interactions, and time and action planning.
CONTACT CENTRE ADVISOR AND SPECIALIST AT THE WHITE COMPANY
Handled customer enquiries, answered any questions and queries in person, over the phone, or online. Provided support and comprehensive product / service information to customers. Built relationships with customers. Assisted customers in making purchasing decisions. Resolved concerns, complaints, and challenging situations.
2019
PROFESSIONAL DANCER & CREATIVE FOR 2 CREATIVE ENTERTAINMENT
Dancer for the Creative Sketch Group of Production Show, Voodoo Moon; Director Aaron Jackson, Associate Director and Choreographer Jill Hillier, Assistant Choreographer TJ Tekurio.
2018
PRODUCTION CAST MANGER
Covered as Ship Entertainment Director, overseeing and managing all aspects of entertainment onboard (Carnival MAGIC).
Production Shows:
88 Keys
“The Rock n’ Roll Piano Show has sing-along hits from Billy Joel, Little Richard and Jerry Lee Lewis and others – as well as an appearance from Carnival Freedom’s own piano bar pianist.”
Production Cast Manager and featured Dancer/Singer
America Rocks
“An explosive high energy Rock Concert, featuring music from the greatest American Rock Bands of all time. Our cast is joined by our very own six piece Rock Band which amplifies the energy in the house causing our guests to pump their fists & sing along in this mind blowing Rock experience.”
Production Cast Manager and featured Dancer/Singer
Country Roads
Our audience get to experience what it’s like to live life on the road with our very own country band ‘The Ramsey Boys’ on their concert tour. Set designs transform the stage seamlessly from scene to scene as the lyrics of true country classics combined with new contemporary country hits tell the story of their journey.
Production Cast Manager and featured Dancer/Singer
FLICK
“The Power of Motion Pictures - A celebration of filmmaking, through theatrical illusions & cinematic effects. Iconic Movie Anthems come to life in this magical & mystical journey; leaving our audience spellbound.”
Production Cast Manager and featured Dancer/Singer
2017
PRODUCTION CAST MANGER
Performed at the grand opening of the Carnival Studios in Davie, Florida. Production Manager for the inaugural sailing to Havana, the first American ship in history to sail to Cuba.
Install cast for the new Production Show, Amor Cubano; choreographed by Marcos Santana and directed by Peter Flynn (Carnival PARADISE).
Production Shows:
Amor Cubano
“A Caribbean Dance Romance features a sizzling four-piece Cuban band and a talented eight-member cast who have audiences singing and dancing in the aisles as they perform songs by top Latin artists, including Gloria Estefan, Celia Cruz and Pitbull, amid a tropics-inspired backdrop of Cuba and Miami.”
Install Production Cast Manager and featured Dancer/Singer
80’s POP to the Max
“This high-energy show channels the era of Day-Glo, Spandex, and big hair with spirited performances of the hottest music video hits from the 1980s. From the pop-rock of Duran Duran and Cindy Lauper to the smooth soul of Whitney Houston and Michael Jackson and beyond, 80s Pop to the Max takes audiences back to days when "video killed the radio star."
Production Cast Manager and featured Dancer/Singer
Epic Rock
“Epic Rock celebrates the glam days of the 1970s and 1980s with hard-driving tunes by Aerosmith, Led Zeppelin and Guns ’n Roses and arena rock staples by artists like Journey and Bon Jovi – all backed by dazzling pyrotechnics, lasers and shooting flames associated with over-the-top rock-and-roll shows. Epic Rock brings back the days when rock ruled the airwaves while providing guests a chance to sing along and channel their inner rock star”
Production Cast Manager and featured Dancer/Singer
Towl Animal Theatre
“his adorable show was conceived, written and directed by John Tartaglia and Michael Shawn Lewis of Gables Grove Productions.”
Featured Puppet
2016
PRODUCTION CAST MANAGER
Install cast of Amor Cubano; choreographed by Marcos Santana and directed by Peter Flynn. Install cast of Getaway Island; choreographed by Jennifer Savelli and directed by Emmett Murphy, Puppet Captain and Swing for Towel Animal Theatre; by John Tartaglia and Michael Shawn (Carnival GLORY).
Production Shows:
Amor Cubano
“A Caribbean Dance Romance features a sizzling four-piece Cuban band and a talented eight-member cast who have audiences singing and dancing in the aisles as they perform songs by top Latin artists, including Gloria Estefan, Celia Cruz and Pitbull, amid a tropics-inspired backdrop of Cuba and Miami.”
Install Production Cast Manager and featured Dancer/Singer
Getaway Island
“A high-tech re-creation of popular beach movies of the 1960s with 3D special effects, Getaway Island invites guests to set their watches to “island time” as they experience a tropical island bash with music from Jimmy Buffet, Bob Marley, the Beach Boys and others. Getaway Island also has its own version of Carnival Freedom’s new RedFrog Pub.”
Install Production Cast Manager and featured Dancer/Singer
Epic Rock
“Epic Rock celebrates the glam days of the 1970s and 1980s with hard-driving tunes by Aerosmith, Led Zeppelin and Guns ’n Roses and arena rock staples by artists like Journey and Bon Jovi – all backed by dazzling pyrotechnics, lasers and shooting flames associated with over-the-top rock-and-roll shows. Epic Rock brings back the days when rock ruled the airwaves while providing guests a chance to sing along and channel their inner rock star”
Production Cast Manager and featured Dancer/Singer
Motor City
"Motor City" celebrates the R&B Motown sound of the 1960s and ‘70s, with hits from the Commodores, Lionel Richie, Martha and the Vandellas, Marvin Gaye, The Supremes and Stevie Wonder.”
Production Cast Manager and featured Dancer/Singer
Towel Animal Theatre
“This adorable show was conceived, written and directed by John Tartaglia and Michael Shawn Lewis of Gables Grove Productions.”
Puppet Captain - Swing for all featured Puppets
2014-2016
DANCER/SINGER- PLAYLIST PERFORMER FOR CARNIVAL CRUISE LINE — Performed onboard the Carnival FANTASY and Carnival GLORY.
“Playlist Productions are a dramatic retooling of the Carnival's legendary revues. Combining captivating live performances with high-tech LED staging and special effects, they set a new standard in seagoing productions. Developed by top talent in the entertainment industry, the shows feature multi-talented 'triple threat' performers with a diversity of musical styles.“
Production Shows:
Motor City
"Motor City" celebrates the R&B Motown sound of the 1960s and ‘70s, with hits from the Commodores, Lionel Richie, Martha and the Vandellas, Marvin Gaye, The Supremes and Stevie Wonder.”
Featured Dancer/Singer
Towel Animal Theatre
“This adorable show was conceived, written and directed by John Tartaglia and Michael Shawn Lewis of Gables Grove Productions.”
Lead puppets - Ribbit and Howl
Epic Rock
“Epic Rock celebrates the glam days of the 1970s and 1980s with hard-driving tunes by Aerosmith, Led Zeppelin and Guns ’n Roses and arena rock staples by artists like Journey and Bon Jovi – all backed by dazzling pyrotechnics, lasers and shooting flames associated with over-the-top rock-and-roll shows. Epic Rock brings back the days when rock ruled the airwaves while providing guests a chance to sing along and channel their inner rock star”
Featured Dancer/Singer
The Brits
"The Brits!" is a colorful musical tribute to the British invasion featuring a stunning mix of live action and animation and songs by The Beatles, The Who, Herman’s Hermits and Elton John.
Featured Dancer/Singer
Divas
"Divas" is a captivating mix of music, fashion, and dance and features such popular "one-name" female artists as Barbra, Beyonce, Celine, Cher, Madonna and Whitney.
Featured Dancer/Singer
Latin Nights
"Latin Nights" brings the passionate Latin culture to life through the fusion music of Gloria Estefan, Enrique Iglesias, Jennifer Lopez, Santana and Shakira.
Featured Dancer/Singer
2013-2014
PROFESSIONAL DANCER FOR CARNIVAL CRUISE LINE
Performed onboard the Carnival FREEDOM.
Production shows:
“Ticket To Ride” - FEATURED DANCER- A journey around the world playing homage to the musical stylings of the Beatles.
“The Big Easy” - FEATURED DANCER- Exploring the southern sounds of New Orleans.
“Jump Jive and Wail” - FEATURED DANCER- 1950 Jazz and Swing style show.
“Legends” - FEATURED DANCER AND SEAMSTRESS- “featuring a cast of musicians, singers, dancers. The tribute artists pay homage to musical greats”
2012
ENSEMBLE DANCER - MANCHESTER CITY BALLET
Coppelia - Dance House Theatre - Manchester UK.
2011
FEATURED DANCER - JAZZ GALORE COMPANY - Choreographer and Dancer in A Countdown To Christmas. Lead Vocal/Dance Soloist Sally Bowles, Cabaret in A Musical World.
2010
ENSEMBLE DANCER - A CHORUS LINE - THE LOWRY Chorus and Ensemble in the cast of A Chorus Line, The Lowry Theatre, Salford UK. Directed by Simon Rawlings, Produced by Pele Productions and Choreographed by Ian Meeson.
Qualifications
BEST PRACTICES IN PLANNING DE&I INTERVENTIONS - Rice University
COMPLETION CERTIFICATE FOR KEY CONCEPTS IN ORGANIZATIONAL DE&I - Rice University
COMPLETION CERTIFICATION FOR DEFINING DIVERSITY, EQUITY AND INCLUSION IN ORGANIZATIONS - Rice University
Pout Pro Artistry Course Alumni - Celebrity MUA Lipsticknick
Certification in Bald Cap application by Skulltress Beauty : Vanessa Davis
3 years of professional dance training at the Northern Ballet School (Manchester, England). Graduated with a National Diploma in Professional Dance, validated by Trinity College London; an NVQ Level 6, the equivalent of a university first degree. (US BACHELORS DEGREE EQUIVALENT)
RAD Vocational Graded Examinations in Ballet.
ISTD Vocational Graded Examinations in Ballet, Tap & Modern Theatre Dance.
ISTD Diploma in Dance Instruction Examinations - Ballet.