Kiel became identifiable early in his career through his time at The Palace Dance Studio, assisting and working alongside New Zealand dance legend Parris Goebel. In his five years at the studio, Kiel played a crucial role in the leadership and choreography with crews The Royal Family, Bubblegum, Sorority and Kings, winning countless regional and national competitions, and taking home four gold medals at the World Hip Hop Dance Championships.

Kiel has worked with Rebellious from Red Studio since their inception in 2016 for numerous projects and competitions. The team of dancers have transitioned from juniors to varsity, and now adults, achieving their goal of winning a medal at the 2021 World Hip Hop Dance Championships.

Kiel is the creative director of the New Zealand based agency 3WJ+boy, guiding professional dancers to reach their potential and building the commercial dance industry in New Zealand, with links to the international dance industry.