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I was born and raised in Atlanta, and I ventured to Amsterdam in 2017 with a passion for dance. Over the years, I've carved out a niche for myself in both the commercial and theater scenes across The Netherlands. My background in dance and visual arts has shaped the way I see the world: through emotion, rhythm, and intention. As a creative director, curator, and performing artist, I work at the intersection of storytelling and strategy. Whether I'm curating an exhibition or leading a team, my goal is to bring clarity and feeling into the process.…I was born and raised in Atlanta, and I ventured to Amsterdam in 2017 with a passion for dance. Over the years, I've carved out a niche for myself in both the commercial and theater scenes across The Netherlands. My background in dance and visual arts has shaped the way I see the world: through emotion, rhythm, and intention. As a creative director, curator, and performing artist, I work at the intersection of storytelling and strategy. Whether I'm curating an exhibition or leading a team, my goal is to bring clarity and feeling into the process.

Darion Thompson

Creative Director, Dancer, Concept Visualizer

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I was born and raised in Atlanta, and I ventured to Amsterdam in 2017 with a passion for dance. Over the years, I've carved out a niche for myself in both the commercial and theater scenes across The Netherlands. My background in dance and visual arts has shaped the way I see the world: through emotion, rhythm, and intention. As a creative director, curator, and performing artist, I work at the intersection of storytelling and strategy. Whether I'm curating an exhibition or leading a team, my goal is to bring clarity and feeling into the process.…I was born and raised in Atlanta, and I ventured to Amsterdam in 2017 with a passion for dance. Over the years, I've carved out a niche for myself in both the commercial and theater scenes across The Netherlands. My background in dance and visual arts has shaped the way I see the world: through emotion, rhythm, and intention. As a creative director, curator, and performing artist, I work at the intersection of storytelling and strategy. Whether I'm curating an exhibition or leading a team, my goal is to bring clarity and feeling into the process.

Available to hire

I was born and raised in Atlanta, and I ventured to Amsterdam in 2017 with a passion for dance. Over the years, I’ve carved out a niche for myself in both the commercial and theater scenes across The Netherlands. My background in dance and visual arts has shaped the way I see the world: through emotion, rhythm, and intention. As a creative director, curator, and performing artist, I work at the intersection of storytelling and strategy.
Whether I’m curating an exhibition or leading a team, my goal is to bring clarity and feeling into the process.

Skills

Leadership

Photo

Social Media Design

Experience Level

Leadership

Expert

Photo

Expert

Social Media Design

Expert

Language

English

Fluent

Dutch

Intermediate

Work Experience

Creative Director at AmentalProject

January 1, 2024 - Present

Lead the creative direction of an ongoing portrait series focused on mental health and storytelling. Design and curate exhibitions from concept to execution, including layout, framing, and installation. Conduct interviews and translate personal narratives into visual concepts and captions. Manage outreach, branding, and social media strategy. Maintain emotional space for collaborators while keeping the process organized and intentional.

Founder & Curator at 35Noord

January 1, 2024 - August 6, 2025

Produced intimate gatherings and events centered around local artists, dancers, and DJs. Curated performance lineups, visual aesthetics, and community-focused programming. Balanced creative vision with logistics, coordinating venues, artist schedules, and setup. Prioritized experience over spectacle, always rooted in connection.

Freelance Photographer

December 31, 2023 - August 6, 2025

Focused on live performance, movement, and honest visual storytelling. Collaborated with dancers and artists to create imagery that feels alive. Captured both commissioned shoots and personal projects with a narrative edge.

Production Assistant at Need for Legacy

January 1, 2024 - Present

Supported planning and production for cultural events focused on Black heritage and legacy. Coordinated logistics, liaised with artists, and helped build experiences that center community.

Performance Artist

January 1, 2020 - Present

Worked across stage and film with choreographers and directors. Used movement and presence to translate emotional material. Built layered performances rooted in real experience and intuitive storytelling.