Knowledgeable Music Director with 20+ years of experience and exceptional leadership, planning and relationship-building skills. Detail-oriented and hardworking with a successful background in eduction and performing arts. Looking for a new role with long-term potential. Multi-talented, consistently rewarded for success in planning and operational improvements. Experience in policy development and staff management procedures positively impacting overall morale and productivity. Respectful and charming in relating to people of all religious, economic and cultural backgrounds. Enthusiastic about building strong community relationships and providing high-quality religious education services. Accomplished Singer offering 20 years of experience delivering excellent live performances. Talented in performing with self-confidence and captivating vocal dynamics. Successful in evoking emotion while projecting clearly to keep audiences engaged.
Skills
Lesson Planning
Group and individual instruction
Problem resolution
Team building
Communications
Operational improvement
Curriculum Development
Project organization
Team management
Organization
Customer service
Education
Mt San Antonio CollegeWalnut, CAExpected in 06/2005 ā āAssociate of Arts:Music Performance - GPA:
Nogales High SchoolLa Puente, CAExpected in 06/1998 ā āHigh School Diploma: - GPA:
Links
www.michaelwashington.net
www.vegastheshow.com
Work History
Walt Disney Co. - Theme Park Cast Member Livermore, CA, -
Assisted guests with transactions for rides and attractions to facilitate fun and exciting experiences.
Delivered information to visitors, including details of interest about facility, rules, policies and promotional events.
Constructed displays and easy-to-read signage to help guests navigate attractions area.
Resolved guest issues by identifying source of complaint and formulating corrective action with supervisor.
Ascertained wants and needs of guests and developed games and attractions to facilitate enjoyment.
Resolved conflicts and negotiated mutually beneficial agreements between parties.
Maintained excellent attendance record, consistently arriving to work on time.
Supervised 15 administrative team members and provided constructive feedback, resulting in higher morale and increased employee retention.
Prepared weekly employee work schedules for 15 team members ensuring all shifts received adequate coverage.
First United Methodist Church - Performing Artist Austin, TX, 01/2017 - Current
Performed in multiple roles for stage and theatre productions by attending daily rehearsals to perfect execution of dance movements.
Sang and danced as part of creative ensembles and troupes for dramatic and comedic performances.
Toured independently and with multiple bands to promote music.
Landed dance roles in films, music videos and theater productions by participating in auditions per month.
Taught music appreciation, history and fundamentals to vocalists and musicians of all skill levels.
Selected and arranged music for holiday performances and special events.
Handled requests for specific musical selections.
Scored compositions for consistency with instrumental and vocal capabilities.
Transcribed ideas for musical compositions into musical notations using instruments, pen and paper, and computers.
Wrote and arranged music in original styles.
Filled in details of orchestral sketches such as adding vocal parts to scores.
Consulted with directors and producers to determine placement of musical cues and coordinate artistic vision.
Collaborated with performers and producers to determine and achieve desired sound for production.
Hired, mentored and supervised instructors and volunteer staff to carry out program goals.
NewSong Church - Director of Music Ministries City, STATE, 01/2003 - Current
Prepared, coordinated and distributed information about yearly schedule of activities and classes.
Hired, mentored and supervised instructors and volunteer staff to carry out program goals.
Sourced, modified and prepared class curricula and targeted lesson plans based on subject matter requirements.
Built, managed and upgraded K-12 educational program, including administering budgets, coordinating resources and bringing in students.
Developed team communications and information for project meetings.
Maintained excellent attendance record, consistently arriving to work on time.
Resolved conflicts and negotiated mutually beneficial agreements between parties.
Celerity Charter School - Music and Theatre Teacher City, STATE, 07/2015 - 06/2017
Enhanced academic programs with innovative methodologies and collaboration.
Evaluated student assignments and projects with corrective comments to guide future growth.
Managed Thespian society operations with elected students to promote individual thought and creativity.
Facilitated learning with aids, technology, and equipment to stimulate higher-level thinking.
Planned lessons to reflect group and individual student needs utilizing creative instruction.
Modeled creative acting styles and techniques encompassing varied history genres and performance techniques.
Implemented effective classroom management techniques to provide safe, calm learning environment.
Produced 4 theatrical performances each year streamlining technical elements.
Maintained daily student records and evaluated student progress.
Met with parents to resolve conflicting educational priorities and issues.
Developed lesson plans surrounding various types of art, history and culture.
Prepared and gathered materials for detailed lesson plans.
Accomplishments
Supervised team of 10 staff members.
Collaborated with team of 20 in the development of Celerity Arts and Music Dept.
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