C.E.O.
Established in 2016, Citizens Of Art was founded by Kléya Cimrin, a multi-talented actress, screenwriter, vocalist, and choreographer. Trained in stage and opera, she is a graduate of the prestigious American Academy of Dramatic Arts in New York City and the Dreyfoos School of the Arts Theatre Department. She also completed Master Classes under the direction of actors Danny Glover and Faye Dunaway. Her roots are firmly planted in the arts. Kléya uses her vast theatrical knowledge to help young talent begin their modeling careers and paths into the entertainment industry. Her innate ability to spot and identify talent along with honing in skills into a professional direction gives her a unique edge and relatability to both children and parents alike.
Kléya Cimrin’s drive to to help others succeed was borne out of a personal tragedy. In 2007, a month after being signed to a talent agency, she was involved in terrible car accident that left her with injuries that required multiple surgeries, years of subsequent physical therapy, and relearning how to walk and use her left hand. The innate grit and determination that she displayed in her life prior to the accident were forged even deeper into her mind during recovery. These are the same skills that she uses today as the CEO of Citizens of Art to help her clients succeed in the entertainment industry.
From talent acquisition to development, to talent mobility and beyond, Kléya Cimrin and the Citizens of Art team work diligently to make sure that the outcome of this experience is focused on ensuring that key talent is prepared and capable of meeting the business goals. They believe that personality has a powerful impact on performance: by understanding what kind of behaviors come naturally to a person as well as what motivates and inhibits them, Kléya Cimrin and Citizens of Art can determine what roles will be most suitable.
Her management team has a long and successful track record. They differentiate themselves through their ability to source clients’ goals and work extremely hard to deliver solutions promptly as they focus on quality, execution, and cultural fit.
Head Photographer & Director of Teen Division
Born in Saint Catherine, Jamaica in 1989, Omar is inspired by everything J.Lo! Capturing unique individuals in their best light is one of his favorite parts of the process. Growing up he always had an eye for photography and will soon celebrate his fifth anniversary as a professional photographer. Photography is an integral part of his day to day life. Editing, bringing life to pictures, and making clients happy brings him the utmost joy. Omar also has 10 years of experience as a videographer.
Omar is the proud father to Caroline Beckford, who at 9 months old started her professional modeling career under Citizens of Art with K.C. Talent Management.
Photographer
In 1994 as an 8th grader at the Palm Beach County School of the Arts (now the Dreyfoos School of the Arts), Lisa was introduced to photography and has never looked back.
She is inspired by all art, mainly painters such as Salvador Dalí and Pablo Picasso, as well as, video artist Hype Williams and Little X.
When asked about her photographic process, Lisa said: "I mainly enjoy [shooting] cityscapes, landscapes, people and their relationship to the built environment. I have the ability to see something I like and represent it differently." Her favorite part of the process varies - "Sometimes I love to go out and be immersed in the environment. and in other times, I enjoy being behind the scenes."
(L.K. graduated from Florida Atlantic University with a degree in Urban Design.)
Model Fitness Advisor & Coordinator
Dominic is a multi-talented fitness professional. As a gym owner, mentor, athlete preparation specialist, stomach loss specialist as well as being certified in Physical Preparation Training, Dominic loves the idea of representing health and fitness for those who may be struggling to get off the couch and get in shape. He hopes to bring awareness to those who desire to look a certain way-- his goal is to teach them how to reach their full body potential.
After suffering a season ending foot break during his senior year of college basketball, Dominic was forced to find another love due to his inability to play. After going through months of feeling down and sorry for himself, with the snap of a finger during his recovery process, Dominic had an "Aha" moment and decided he wanted to give back to kids the same way his coaches gave back to him by teaching him the keys to success in sports and in life.
Dominic figured that by teaching life lessons to children and young adults from his own life experience, that he will help prepare them to easily recognize their life purpose at a younger age as opposed to being in his situation where life forces you to figure out your purpose. Dominic believes that the earlier our kids find their purposes in life, the more chances for success we are allowing them to have.
Dominic is inspired to help change cultures and generations of peoples’ mindsets. Upon each individual he comes across, I do not want for anyone to settle for less than what they can truly accomplish, whether that may be athletics or in general. Change your mindset and you can change your life!!
Dominic loves watching people conquer their goals or surprise themselves with how much they can actually do. When he receives a text from someone saying “You have changed my life,” it truly melts his heart.
Dominic Lane has worked as in the field of fitness for the last three years. He graduated from Florida Southern College with degree in Business Administration.
Intern for C.O.A.
Young and gifted, Sacha Marcellin has done photography and videography from the time he was a freshman in the TV Production program at South Tech. With his skillful eye, he creates a variety of visual content for Citizens of Art, while expanding his skill set to become a well-rounded artist. Sacha's favorite part of his artistic process is editing. He especially likes the editing process of photography: bringing the colors in and making the picture look nice. He is inspired by the good work of fellow photographers on socia media and is passionate about seeing their work online, and likes how portraits come out.
(Sacha is currently pursuing a degree in Criminal Justice from Palm Beach State College.)