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DIAUNTE
J.

Miami Native • University of Florida Alumnus

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The Artist

About
Diaunte

Diaunte J. is a Miami native and University of Florida graduate with a BFA in Dance Performance. He is a professional artist known for his creative and complex movement vocabulary and avant-garde productions, currently signed with Abundance Agency Inc.

With 15 years of training in the arts, he has worked with Lifetime Network, BET+ and 89Writters on projects like Step It Up, Bring It, First Wives Club, and The Newlyweds (Short Film). He has also danced for artists including Jvck James, Brianne Johari, and Official D'Angel.

As the recipient of the 2023 MDCPS Rookie Teacher of the Year and North Region Rookie Teacher of the Year, Jenkins' mission is to cultivate a culture that loves and respects the arts — focusing not just on the physicality of movement, but the mental aspect of it as well.

With a love for the youth and his community, he continues to create pathways to enhance his craft and those around him.

Current & Former Roles

Artistic Director / Founder

Diaunte J. Choreography

Artistic Director / Founder

Platinum Paws Dance Team & Dancing Huskies

Auxiliary Coordinator

Hallandale High School

Current

Lead Dance Magnet Instructor

Norland Middle School

Former

Genres

Jazz Contemporary Stage Performance Modern Ballet Hip-Hop Dance-Line Majorette
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Diaunte J.

The Record

Credentials

Education

BFA — Dance Performance

University of Florida, 2017–2021

Television

Step It Up

Lifetime Network — Actor/Dancer

Television

Bring It!

Lifetime Network — Actor/Dancer

Television

First Wives Club

BET+ — Dancer

Short Film

The Newlyweds

89Writters — Actor/Dancer

Music Videos

Official D'Angel · Jvck James · Brianne Johari

Dancer / Choreographer

Live Stages

Miami Heat Primetime

Kaseya Arena — Choreographer

Live Stages

Jazz in the Gardens

Hard Rock Stadium · Miami Swim Week (Jon B) · Official D'Angel Tour

Training

Alvin Ailey Extension

Scholarship Recipient — New York City, 2016

Production

The Prelude: A Blackbox Experience

Exec. Producer, Choreographer, Dancer

Production

Trina Rockstar Festival 2023

Choreographer — Polkahontas

History

Young Contemporary Dance Theatre

Miami Northwestern

Awards & Recognition

MDCPS Rookie Teacher of the Year & North Region Rookie Teacher of the Year Runner-Up

2023

Individual Artist Award — City of Gainesville Parks & Recreation

2019

The Dancer Awards — Nominated: Best New, Best Competition & Best Industry Choreographer

2023

Featured — Shoutout Miami Magazine, CanvasRebel Magazine, Synergy Magazine, VoyageMIA Magazine

2020 – 2025

"Most Artistic Student" — Black Student Assembly, University of Florida

UF Tenure

What I Offer

Choreography
Services

Diaunte J. offers a full range of professional choreography and dance services. Pricing is tailored to the scope of each project — reach out below to receive a custom quote after a brief consultation.

01

Technique & Choreography Workshops

High-energy group sessions covering foundational technique, performance quality, and original choreography. Available for studios, schools, and organizations.

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02

Masterclasses

In-depth masterclasses for intermediate to advanced dancers. Expect a fusion of Jazz, Hip-Hop, Contemporary, and stage performance work in an immersive setting.

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03

Private Lessons

One-on-one personalized training sessions tailored to your goals, level, and style. Beginner to advanced. Available in-person or virtually.

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04

Team Clinics & Audition Prep

Specialized training for dance teams, auxiliaries, and individuals preparing for auditions. Built to sharpen precision, performance quality, and confidence.

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05

Choreographed Works

Custom choreography for companies, teams, stand routines, and field shows. Also available as a Convention Choreographer and Competition Judge.

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06

Event Bookings & Expert Panels

Available for live performances, professional development sessions, and as an Expertise Panelist. Bring Diaunte's artistry and perspective to your next event.

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Our Philosophy

"I am a disciplinarian with flexibility."

My passion for the Performing Arts began at the age of thirteen. While being raised in an old southern household in Miami, FL, I found dance to be my outlet for everything. My professional training in Contemporary, Hip-Hop, Jazz, Ballet, Majorette, West African, and Modern molded me into having an unorthodox way of thinking, training, dancing and creating.

I am the living proof of the rose that grew from the concrete — an artist that came with nothing, but always left with something greater. That is the philosophy I live by as an educator, director, creator, and artist.

My versatile traits allow for structure in the studio with free will for students to safely share their thoughts and feelings. I believe every student should feel safe and comfortable in my presence at all times.

I believe in respectfully pushing students beyond their boundaries in order for them to grow and blossom into the phenomenal artist I see in them.

— Diaunte J., Artistic Director & Founder, Diaunte J. Choreography

Testimonials

What They Say

★★★★★

"And we truly appreciate you — none of this would have been possible without you. You've been such a major addition to our ministry. I genuinely believe God sent you as the help we needed. Thank you for assisting us and for allowing God to use you in such a powerful way."

— @latroddjr

Instagram

★★★★★

"You are family. I love you and appreciate all you have done. It's a divine connection and only God could have done this. You are simply amazing and God gave us his best."

— @tiquana.deloach

Instagram

★★★★★

"Thank you again — you are so professional. Everyone keeps talking about your dance. We will book again soon."

— Anonymous

Client

★★★★★

"You be making it happen — congrats."

— @wislyy__

Instagram

Press

"Performer, dancer, director — Diaunte Jenkins now takes on entrepreneurship."

— Synergy Magazine

Gainesville Black Professionals, 2020

Academic

"The concept of intersectionality relates greatly to this piece, as Jenkins uses movement as well as spoken word to express the makeup of his identity and his current emotions."

— Senior Thesis Review

University of Florida

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Diaunte

Tell me what you're looking for and I'll follow up with everything you need — including rates, availability, and next steps. You can also reach out directly at Diauntejbooking@gmail.com

Technique / Choreography Workshops
Masterclasses
Private Lessons
Team Clinics & Audition Prep
Choreographed Works
Event Bookings & Expert Panels

Rates are provided after a brief consultation based on your specific needs. Expect a response within 48 hours.