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Hi, I’m Marissa Riley, a driven and diligent collaborator passionate about delivering excellence through teamwork and dedication. I have experience organizing and leading music and creative arts events, managing teams, and fostering an approachable and positive environment. I’m detail-oriented and resilient, always aiming to deliver high-quality results and contribute to strategic goals. With my background in teaching creative arts and dance, alongside my leadership roles, I enjoy developing programs that inspire and engage communities. I’m proactive, self-motivated, and thrive in collaborative settings where I can help bring visions to life with ambition and creativity.…Hi, I’m Marissa Riley, a driven and diligent collaborator passionate about delivering excellence through teamwork and dedication. I have experience organizing and leading music and creative arts events, managing teams, and fostering an approachable and positive environment. I’m detail-oriented and resilient, always aiming to deliver high-quality results and contribute to strategic goals. With my background in teaching creative arts and dance, alongside my leadership roles, I enjoy developing programs that inspire and engage communities. I’m proactive, self-motivated, and thrive in collaborative settings where I can help bring visions to life with ambition and creativity.

Marissa Riley

Choreographer, Dancer, Music Supervisor, +2

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Hi, I’m Marissa Riley, a driven and diligent collaborator passionate about delivering excellence through teamwork and dedication. I have experience organizing and leading music and creative arts events, managing teams, and fostering an approachable and positive environment. I’m detail-oriented and resilient, always aiming to deliver high-quality results and contribute to strategic goals. With my background in teaching creative arts and dance, alongside my leadership roles, I enjoy developing programs that inspire and engage communities. I’m proactive, self-motivated, and thrive in collaborative settings where I can help bring visions to life with ambition and creativity.…Hi, I’m Marissa Riley, a driven and diligent collaborator passionate about delivering excellence through teamwork and dedication. I have experience organizing and leading music and creative arts events, managing teams, and fostering an approachable and positive environment. I’m detail-oriented and resilient, always aiming to deliver high-quality results and contribute to strategic goals. With my background in teaching creative arts and dance, alongside my leadership roles, I enjoy developing programs that inspire and engage communities. I’m proactive, self-motivated, and thrive in collaborative settings where I can help bring visions to life with ambition and creativity.

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Hi, I’m Marissa Riley, a driven and diligent collaborator passionate about delivering excellence through teamwork and dedication. I have experience organizing and leading music and creative arts events, managing teams, and fostering an approachable and positive environment. I’m detail-oriented and resilient, always aiming to deliver high-quality results and contribute to strategic goals.

With my background in teaching creative arts and dance, alongside my leadership roles, I enjoy developing programs that inspire and engage communities. I’m proactive, self-motivated, and thrive in collaborative settings where I can help bring visions to life with ambition and creativity.

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English

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Work Experience

Assistant Director of Music and Creative Arts at The Salvation Army Chicago IL

August 31, 2024 - July 21, 2025

Implemented and publicized music and creative arts events and initiatives across 37 locations using Microsoft Suite, Canva, Google Docs, and office equipment. Oversaw summer employees and facilitated group conflict resolution. Secured leaders and resources, promoted and led music schools and summer camp sessions impacting over 1,000 students. Collaborated with leadership teams to develop and execute events, developing music department goals and action plans. Produced web and social media content to promote departmental initiatives.

Head Coach — High School Competitive Dance Team at Jefferson High School

February 28, 2023 - July 21, 2025

Conducted dance team auditions, selecting qualified dancers for the competition team. Developed and taught choreography for high school events and competitions. Managed competition registrations, costume logistics, transportation, and fundraising efforts. Provided training to improve dance skills and supported post-graduation opportunities in competitive dance and higher education.

Barista at Starbucks, Green Joe Coffee

November 30, 2022 - July 21, 2025

Prepared and served over 100 coffee, espresso, blended coffee, and tea recipes. Delivered excellent customer service, contributing to the Starbucks customer experience.

Barista at Starbucks, Green Joe Coffee

August 31, 2021 - July 21, 2025

Prepared and served over 100 coffee, espresso, blended coffee, and tea recipes. Delivered excellent customer service, contributing to the Starbucks customer experience.

Barista at Starbucks, Green Joe Coffee

August 31, 2019 - July 21, 2025

Prepared and served over 100 coffee, espresso, blended coffee, and tea recipes. Delivered excellent customer service, contributing to the Starbucks customer experience.