Terran Noir Gary
Memphis
Summary
Innovative artistic director with a strong background in performance and community engagement. Known for directing artistic vision and fostering partnerships that elevate community involvement and enhance service delivery.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
NBA Dance Teams Director
Memphis Grizzlies
Memphis
10.2018 - Current
- Ideated and led collaborative initiatives with celebrities for in-game presentations.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to align business objectives and streamline processes.
- Executed cohesive delivery of cultural representation in alignment with the target audience via wardrobe, artist, and music selection.
- Oversaw budget management and resource allocation for various projects and programs.
- Mentored staff, fostering professional development, and enhancing team capabilities.
- Analyzed market trends to inform strategic planning and decision-making processes.
- Facilitated communication between stakeholders, ensuring alignment on key projects and goals.
- Recruited, trained, supervised, evaluated and mentored staff members.
- Conducted regular meetings with department heads to review progress on strategic initiatives.
Executive Director
SubRoy Movement Foundation, Inc
Memphis
09.2017 - Current
- Led strategic planning initiatives for community engagement and outreach programs.
- Coordinated fundraising efforts to support organizational goals and mission.
- Fostered partnerships with local businesses and stakeholders for collaborative projects.
- Oversaw program development to enhance service delivery in the community.
- Managed staff recruitment, training, and performance evaluations for team effectiveness.
- Developed communication strategies to promote foundation activities and events.
- Evaluated program impact through feedback and assessments from participants.
- Recruited, trained, mentored, evaluated, coached, and managed staff members to ensure success in achieving their goals.
- Developed marketing strategies to promote the organization's mission throughout the community.
- Assessed potential collaboration opportunities to enhance organizational value and improve efficiency.
- Secured funding from public and private sources through grant writing activities or other fundraising efforts.
Artistic Director
Grindhouse Dance
Memphis
03.2012 - Current
- Directed artistic vision for performances and choreographic presentations.
- Collaborated with choreographers to develop innovative dance concepts.
- Supervised and mentored dancers to enhance artistic development.
- Fostered partnerships with local artists and organizations for community engagement.
- Oversaw marketing strategies to promote upcoming performances and events.
Coordinator of Entertainment Teams
Memphis Grizzlies
Memphis
09.2009 - 10.2018
- Coordinated event logistics for game day operations and fan experiences.
- Managed scheduling and communication for staff involved in various events.
- Supported marketing initiatives through social media engagement and promotional activities.
- Organized community outreach programs to enhance team visibility and engagement.
- Assisted in budget management for events and operational activities.
- Facilitated training sessions for new staff on operational procedures and best practices.
- Managed day-to-day operations of the department including scheduling tasks and assigning duties.
- Organized team events to promote a positive work environment.
- Created and maintained accurate records of departmental activities, including budgets, personnel documents and project timelines.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Professional Studies
University of Memphis
Memphis, TN05-2005
Skills
- Strategic planning
- Team collaboration
- Creative visioning
- Visionary leadership
- Task delegation
- Team management
- Coaching and mentoring
- Partnerships and alliances
- Non-profit management
- Community engagement
- Varsity Spirit
- Ampro
- Red Bull
- Stax
- Alvin Ailey
- Dance Theatre of Harlem
- Arts Memphis
- Memphis &Shelby County Film Commission
- Hattiloo Theatre
- DD4L
Accomplishments
Emmy Awarded Choreographer/Creative Director; Jookin & Maskin' Commercial 2020
Timeline
NBA Dance Teams Director
Memphis Grizzlies
10.2018 - Current
Executive Director
SubRoy Movement Foundation, Inc
09.2017 - Current
Artistic Director
Grindhouse Dance
03.2012 - Current
Coordinator of Entertainment Teams
Memphis Grizzlies
09.2009 - 10.2018
Bachelor of Arts - Professional Studies
University of Memphis