Music Director/Composer Resume Example Musical Accompanist & Recording Artist

MUSIC DIRECTOR/COMPOSER

Professional Summary

Accomplished recording artist & live performance musician. Experienced creative leader with demonstrated ability to deliver high stakes, mission-critical results. Proven track

record leading sophisticated interactive projects involving all phases of production, brand development, team selection and management. Polished background crafting messages to be delivered through multiple media platforms including Web, social & on-demand media. Precise and effective interaction with news reporters working on deadline.

Core Qualifications

MIDI: Use of software instruments to mock-up orchestrations
Composer, Songwriter & Performer
Expert understanding production process of audio, mixing and mastering
Communication with high-level constituencies

Moviescore analysis and discussion
Brand & messaging strategist
Jingle Writing
Primary Instrument: Piano
Secondary Instrument: Electric Bass
Project management & Budgeting expertise

Experience

Music Director/ComposerApr 2010 to Current
Musical Accompanist & Recording Artist - New York, NY

Accompany & coach musical improv teams & perform live for a variety of professional theaters including Magnet Theater, Chicago City Limits, Upright Citizen's Brigade, People's Improv Theater, Headliner Philadelphia improv festival (musical), and accompanist for The Second City Improv Festival in Chicago.
Write & compose original songs & soundtracks for academic purposes. Instructors include Brad Hatfield, Peter Bell and Ben Newhouse.
Co-writer & performer of hit single "Boston Strong", securing distribution deal with Fontana/Ingrooves.
Musical Improv: Learn & master the ability to write and compose structured music on-the-spot in live performance environment.
Provide instruction to musical improvisation vocalists & actors.
Expert abilities to record & master songs using virtual instruments via Logic X Digital Audio Workstation.
Take instruction & feedback to maximize teaching & on-stage performance.

Self-Advocate - Patient at Mount Sinai HospitalSep 2001 to Current
9/11 First Responder/EMT - New York, NY

Respond to the attacks on the World Trade Center.
Initiated and lead the creation of a makeshift triage center at Chelsea Piers.
Present at Ground Zero - Rescue and Recovery.
Became ill as a result of exposure.
Develop concise arguments with the Workers Compensation Board to win benefits - a two year process.
Work closely with volunteer counsel with the NYS Bar Association to win the Appellate Case "Hazan V. WTC Volunteer" - the landmark Supreme Court case cleared the way for thousands of volunteer first responders to obtain benefits through the Workers' Comp System.
Strict monitoring of medication regimen.
Average 8-12 doctor visits to manage the health effects of the toxins at Ground Zero.
Conduct press interview in live broadcast environment to advocate for sick 9-11 responders seeking benefits. (google "jaime hazan first responder")

AdvocateMar 2014 to Current
Fealgood Foundation, Inc. - Nesconset, NY

Engage with Congressional and Senatorial Leaders to recommend the passage of the 9/11 Health and Compensation Act.
Conduct meetings with Senior Policy Analysts on the rationale and benefits of passing a permanent Bill that will provide healthcare and compensation to the 9/11 responder population.
Maintain a strong understanding of how bills are initiated, co-sponsored and navigated through the system.
Educating policy analysts of the 9/11 Healthcare and Compensation Act's benefits while advocating for responders.
Engage in press interviews, representing the 9/11 Responder community.

Founder & Chief Creative OfficerJan 1997 to Mar 2013
New York Interactive, Inc - Astoria, NY

Spearheaded the overall development & growth of business development, production & client education surrounding the trends and techniques of developing interactive projects & video for digital and mobile delivery.
Responsible for managing all key personnel to carry out client projects.
Conduct core client requirements analysis to insure that final project is aligned with strategic business models.
Lead creative sessions with senior management to build brands that were reflective of core service and product offerings.
Maintain final responsibility of all business affairs including new business procurement, account management, cash-flow, new hardware and software purchases, advertising, public relations & overall operations.
Procure and monitor external service providers.
Superb relationship management skills positioned for company growth.

Lead Graphics ProducerNov 1995 to Aug 1996
National Broadcasting Company - New York, NY

Built user interface, news graphics, while creating a logical brand extension for the core NBC brand NBCOlympics.com: rated the #1 Olympics website by USA Today.
Former NBC Page completing special assignments for Dateline NBC & Network On-Air Promotions.

Education

Master Certificate, Orchestration for Film and Television2016Berklee College of Music - Boston, MA, USAGPA 3.6

Certificate, Multimedia ProductionNew York University, SCPS - New York, New York, USA

Bachelor of Science, Corporate CommunicationRoy H Park School of Communications, Ithaca College - Ithaca, New York, USA

Professional Affiliations

Member, Ithaca College Alumni Association

Member, Berklee College of Music Linked-in Group

Composer, Broadcast Music, Inc.

Member, The Logic Pro Users Group

Accomplishments

Project and Venture Management: Conceived and built a website and media production company with annual sales over 2 million servicing a A-list clients.
Initiated the online presence of The Alliance of Civilizations, a project of the United Nations Secretary-General aimed at building better relations between the Islamic & Western Worlds. The initiative resulted in the development of 5 successful websites and 20 short documentary films. Extensive collaboration with global leaders of member countries. Project was recognized by President Obama while visiting with UN Members, Istanbul, Turkey.
Operations Management: Oversee employees & contractors while building & successfully running an interactive development boutique.
Monitor venture operations including staff review while exhibiting leadership & mentoring team growth.
Analysis of P&L statements reflecting projected & post project earnings.
Actively find solutions for unexpected project snags by implementing pressure free change management.

Relevant Software

Logic X, Kontakt, Lightroom, Photoshop, Illustrator, After Effects, Final Cut Pro

Skills

Writing filmscore to picture through the utilization of a Digital Audio Workstation.
Implement the use of virtual instruments to compose and orchestrate filmscore and original music.
Expert understanding of Logic X and it's interrelationship with MIDI.
Strong ability to manage and recommend hardware that supports the throughput of streaming DAW plug-in's.

Clients

The United Nations, Goldman Sachs & Company, The PGA Tour,

The NHL, NBC Interactive, SYSCO, Nation's Restaurant News and The

National Restaurant Association

Awards

First Place, Feature Story, LI News Tonight "Finding Love On Long Island"

2004 National Society of Professional Journalists

Resume Overview

Companies Worked For:

Musical Accompanist & Recording Artist
9/11 First Responder/EMT
Fealgood Foundation, Inc.
New York Interactive, Inc
National Broadcasting Company

School Attended

Berklee College of Music
New York University, SCPS
Roy H Park School of Communications, Ithaca College

Job Titles Held:

Music Director/Composer
Self-Advocate - Patient at Mount Sinai Hospital
Advocate
Founder & Chief Creative Officer
Lead Graphics Producer

Degrees

Master Certificate , Orchestration for Film and Television 2016
Certificate , Multimedia Production
Bachelor of Science , Corporate Communication

Music Director/Composer Resume Example

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