Ashley Jian Thomson graduated from the University of Utah with a BFA in Ballet and a BS in Strategic Communications. She held Marketing Associate positions with James Sewell Ballet and Artisan Learning before joining the College of Fine Arts Dean’s Office. Additionally, Ashley is a local choreographer, teacher, and dancer with Salt Lake Ballet Cooperative.
Professional credits include 801 Salon, SB Dance’s Curbside Theatre, Art Meets Fashion! Gala (Charles & Ron), JessaKae (Ballerina Collection), James Sewell Ballet, Akram Khan x MN Opera, NIJAD Dance Collective, Festival de Danse Cannes 2019, Nu.topia: Tour the Mystery!, HATCH: Danceworks in Progress, RDT’s Emerge, SACDT’s Sign of Life, and Lexus GS Japan’s Kaleidoscope Commercial. Ashley is certified in the ABT® National Training Curriculum, Progressing Ballet Technique, and University of Minnesota’s UX/UI Design Program and has taught at UBSI-SLC, IBSI-Korea, MOGA Conservatory, and Ballet West Academy. She championed local arts and culture with passion and drive during her years as a DanceMN Steering Committee Member and a CFA Ambassador.