Sophie is a multifaceted artist, mentor, and creative from Fort St. John, BC. In her early dance education, she trained extensively to become a versatile performer, competing in provincial festivals and completing numerous examinations. During her time as a student at Alchemy Dance Collective, her love of the art form and inspiration from her mentors led her to begin teaching and choreographing at a young age.

Upon graduating, Sophie chose to pursue further training as a stepping stone toward a professional career in dance. She graduated from the CLI Conservatory training program in Northampton, Massachusetts, in 2024, where she trained intensively under conservatory director Teddy Forance. There, she had the incredible opportunity to study dance on camera, personal branding, social media, teaching and choreography, live performance, audition preparation, and extensive training in a wide variety of styles and techniques.

Since returning home, Sophie has dedicated her time to expanding the local dance community in the Fort St. John area. As a choreographer and mentor to younger dancers, she has directed and choreographed two short dance films—Daydreamer and Get Free—projects that encouraged creative exploration and collaboration among young artists. In 2024, Sophie also stepped into the role of Director of First Impressions at Alchemy Dance Collective, where she continues to foster a creative and supportive environment for dancers.

Sophie has recently joined Shine as the Social Media Content Coordinator, a role that brings her love for storytelling into the digital space—highlighting the community, connection, and positive atmosphere that define Shine.