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0-5 years of experience
Extremely dedicated and self-motivated musician, have mastered several instruments; guitar, drums, alto saxophone, piano, and singing
- Formed a band in October 2010, have performed 20-30 concerts with nationally recognized and local acts at various venues in Fargo/Moorhead area such as; The New Direction, The Nestor, Gio’s, The Legacy Ballroom, and The Aquarium
- Developed strong leadership and group effort skills as Lead Guitarist as well as essential social skills
- Released a full length debut album June 9, 2012
- Have been interviewed live on KNDS 96.3 FM radio as well as having 2 songs broadcasted
0-5 years of experience
Greeted and ascertained customer needs
- Answered questions asked by customers in person and via telephone
- Stocked shelves with supplies and organized displays
- Organized racks and shelves to maintain the visual appeal of the store
- Verified that all customers received receipts for purchases
- Developed positive customer relationships through friendly greetings and excellent service.
- Trained and served as a peer coach for new sales associates.
0-5 years of experience
- French Horn Instrumentalist – Worked long, continuous hours completing strenuous musical tasks
- Music librarian – Self-motivated, enjoyed a challenge to improve efficiency on assigned jobs
- Security duties – Proven ability to respond immediately and confidently in emergencies, and effectively apply critical thinking during crucial moments, secured millions of dollars worth of equipment while on post
- Daily maintenance routines – Attention to detail, concerned with quality, and ensured tasks were completed correctly, and on time
6-10 years of experience
Guitarist, bassist, pianist, and vocalist.
- Composed and digitally recorded music.
- Managed performance contracts and schedules.
- Performed in New York City and Philadelphia venues.
6-10 years of experience
Develops and leads the worship music ministry for the church, in consultation with the senior pastor, in a way that is consistent with the church values, mission, and theology.
- Select and plan music for Sunday and midweek services, as well as lead other musicians.
- Administrative duties of answering phones, constructing meetings, engaging the staff, and developing church announcements.
- Increasing customer base; providing cleaning estimates
- Managed crew and trained based on industry standard procedures
0-5 years of experience
Perform, compose, and distribute my music.
- Successfully manage my career (expenses, earnings, etc.)
- Have impressed many music industry veterans with my exceptional work-ethic(s), talent, and attitude
- Provided guitar instruction (ear-training, note reading, improvising, etc) to children and young adults
- Transformed beginning guitarists into above average players
- Marketed my guitar teaching business to the community at large
0-5 years of experience
Marched percussion for four years and won The Granada Hills Marching Band competition 2011 and 2012
- Played various jazz festivals such as Playboy jazz festival, Success through the Arts Foundation at Orpheum, Gardena jazz festival and the Pico Rivera sports arena.
- Performed events with award winning jazz combo such as Washington prep jazz combo, LAUSD All City jazz combo with Kevin Eubanks.
- Currently performs with Chris Gonzalez and High Price Band, Alphaluv Ministries, Randy Garcia owner and Co-founder of Zynko Studios, Veronica Leal, Danny Berrios, Tony Perez.
6-10 years of experience
Performed in hundreds of paying gigs with a variety of different bands.
- Taught lessons specifically tailored to students’ personal goals.
- Networked and marketed myself to acquire gigs and students.
- Demonstrated outstanding academic performance in Communication courses in both individual and group contexts.
0-5 years of experience
Participate in official military ceremonies for national and international dignitaries, parades, events, and concerts
- Organize and oversee safe, effective, and timely loading and unloading of 3,000 pounds of band equipment.
- Regularly coordinate and manage 19-person work teams during military evolutions.
- Over 500 performances for audiences exceeding 1.7 million
6-10 years of experience
Prepared music for the choir’s weekly rehearsal
- Listened and responded to the congregations’ needs and concerns
- Effectively communicated with musicians
- Reviewed and made changes to musicians and singers quality of performance
0-5 years of experience
Recorded, produced, and released one album and two EPs
- Budgeted and managed band equipment purchases
- Scheduled events with local businesses and organizations
- Branding and designing merchandise
- Advertising through social media
6-10 years of experience
- Lead and direct mass choir. Play organ and piano for worship service.
- Teach students piano theory.
- Prepare whirlpools, tubs and showers for delivery.
- Quality and inventory control.
- Operated forklift 75% of shift.
10+ years of experience
- Marketing myself as a musician and artist
- Leading worship at Wednesday night Bible studies at [company name]
- Led a team of musicians and received 1st prize in Battle of the Bands in Pawtucket, RI
- Performing at an array of coffeehouses and fundraisers both as a solo artist and a band member
- Writing and producing original songs
- Expanding my technical abilities with practice in guitar, vocals, and other various instruments
0-5 years of experience
- Play bass, attend and participate in rehearsals and events
- Familiar with the Amek and SSL console, Control 24, SSL Matrix, SSL AWS
- Capable of using pacthbay and different outboard gear
- Commonly use DAWs and trained in Pro Tools and Logic
- Familiar with Final Cut Pro
- Efficient with Mac and PC computers
0-5 years of experience
Professional guitarist aboard luxury cruise ship in Alaska
- One of less than 15 Americans out of a crew of 1000
- Worked additional 12 hours a week assisting with Art Auctions
- Received my department’s employee of the month award within the first few weeks
10+ years of experience
Professional Musician with emphasis on [company name]
- Perform in various local and international musical groups in a variety of events, concerts and recording sessions
- Make preparations for rehearsals and participate on logistics
- Maintain and setting up instruments and audio equipment, arranging for its transportation
- Collaborated with “Premios Lo Nuestros” and Latin Grammy Awards 2000
0-5 years of experience
Perform music for services in the church
- Leadership skills and the ability to conduct
- Directing/Rehearsals what music to play and spend considerable time practicing
- Accompany other musicians in addition to leading congregational singing
- Lead rehearsals for choirs, worship bands and visiting musicians
0-5 years of experience
- Perform with band at various music venues in Baton Rouge and New Orleans
- Performed at House of Blues, Houston, TX. in conjunction with Sumerian Records Competition – “Summer Slaughter Tour 2013â€
- Compose and record bass lines for various musical genres using Logic Pro X Software
10+ years of experience
Main [company name] for Tommy McKrakin, Force of Habit Blues Band
- Played in various blues clubs across the United States
- Played in jazz band for six years at Loop/Harold Washington College
- Composed music and lyrics for Pieces of Peace Band
0-5 years of experience
Safely transport government mail to and from the building
- Perform regular maintenance and repairs on the instruments
- Memorize a list of over 30 songs, and be able to perform them at any given time
- Perform for live audiences between 10 and 250,000 people, not including any televised airtime
10+ years of experience
Touring and recording within a variety of musical situations including country, show bands, Big Bands, rock bands, fusion bands and jazz bands. Drummer for national acts including Deniece Williams, Charles Earland, Roger Williams, Ray Coussins, and Garlin Hackney.
- Recorded and produced CDs Observations and Pick 2! with fusion band Rager which I founded; cowrote the music.
- Recorded and produced 21st Century Groove (charted #58 on jazz charts) and Groovin Hard on Strokeland Records with The [company name] Groove, an 8-piece horn band I founded that celebrates Big Band, Jazz, and Funk music.
- Traveled the US as a drum clinician giving talks to professional drummers at music stores and universities helping them to become better drummers. These clinics were sponsored by major drum and cymbal manufacturers such as Sabian cymbals, Vic Firth drumsticks, Aquarian drumheads, Maxwell drums, and Trick Drum pedals.
- Costarred in the movie Bottom Feeders with John Saxon.
6-10 years of experience
- Responsible for musicians, singers and related work for playing musical instruments
- Compose, arrange music, or conduct groups in instrumental or vocal performances
- Transpose music to alternate keys, or to fit individual styles or purposes
- Play from memory or by following scores
6-10 years of experience
- Coordinate with Pastor and other ministries within the church for music selection and outside
- Lead Praise and Worship weekly
- Thoroughly teach Contemporary Gospel, Anthems, Negro Spirituals and standard SATB
- Organize and provide music and song for weddings, funerals and other special services.
- Conduct musician rehearsal with all other supporting musicians.
- Update lyrics and songs in church praise book and computer database for screen projection.
0-5 years of experience
Meet with and engage various levels of donors and fans
- Study/perform and independently prepare works in a professional timely manner
- Scan confidential documents into electronic filing system and categorize them for retrieval and review.
- Organize and prepare sectionals on regular basis.
6-10 years of experience
Design and create graphics for online media, business cards, press-kits with attention to typography, logos, large vinyl banners, flyers, T-shirts, Compact Disc and booklet art for print and distribution, decal stickers.
- Manage and market online social media using Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, LinkedIn, website, iTunes, Spotify, Amazon, CD Baby, Google Music, Rhapsody, Reverb Nation, YouTube and SoundCloud.
- Sales of merchandise online and at events, inventory control.
- Licensed songwriter, producer, musician and manager.
6-10 years of experience
Played instruments independently or in an ensemble, including drums and bass
- Vocalist
- Booked gigs at bars, events, fairs, and weddings
- Expense and Travel Supervisor
- Producer
- Writer – Composed and arranged music and lyrics
- Session Musician
- Negotiated prices for gigs
- Directed, planned, created, and lead musical performances
- Merchandise Coordinator
6-10 years of experience
- Currently the composer and sound designer for a children’s puppet show
- Collaborating with artists on film and music projects
- Composing, location recording, sound design, and audio restoration
- Boom operator, cinematographer, grip, and lighting
0-5 years of experience
Teach and direct the children’s’, teen and adult choirs
- Organist/Keyboardist/Pianist
- Music director
- Being a positive and effective leader
0-5 years of experience
Duties consist of playing piano, singing and coordinating rehearsals.
- Teaching parts
- Teaching new songs
- Teaching articulation
- Teaching pitches
- Help with any other duties that are required
- Music Theory
6-10 years of experience
Bass and electric guitarist
- Pianist
- Percussionist
- Bassist – H.O.S. Jazz Band
- Church Musician
- Bassist – Anointed Praise Ministries
0-5 years of experience
- Provide musical services for events
- Maintain a clean environment
- Travel and assist music ministry
- Exemplify leadership skills
0-5 years of experience
- Children & Youth Director
- Praise Team Director
- Team Musician and Assistant Director for Men’s Choir
- Musician (keyboard, organ, and drums)
0-5 years of experience
- Collaborate with radio stations and venue owners to brainstorm ideas on how to generate more business
- Create flyers, album/merchandise artwork, and promotional displays using Adobe Photoshop- – Ensure all websites were appealing and up-to-date-
- Rehearsed music frequently to ensure optimal quality of performance
10+ years of experience
Playing piano during morning service
- Assisting choir
- Directing group ensembles
- Required to perform at additional services held at the church
0-5 years of experience
- Responsible for scheduled rehearsals with band and choir
- Ensures all sound and lighting is prepped for services
- Mentor youth members