Brett Callan

Vocal Instructor at LYONS USD 405
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(386) 825-5501
Location
Sterling, Kansas, United States, US
Languages
  • English Native or bilingual proficiency
  • Spanish Elementary proficiency

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Experience

    • United States
    • Medical Practices
    • 1 - 100 Employee
    • Vocal Instructor
      • Aug 2023 - Present

  • Gin + Kerosene Productions
    • Sterling, Kansas, United States
    • Owner and Podcaster
      • Jan 2021 - Present

      Produce, engineer, edit, and host a conversational podcast titled Richmond Til We Die: A Ted Lasso Podcast on a weekly schedule Lead research, fact-checking, outlining and scripting efforts for each episode alongside a team of co-producers and hosts. Ensure quality audio through acoustic treatment, post-production, and sound editing in order to deliver a polished product Oversee booking and interview preparations for guests including NYT bestselling authors and Emmy-nominated actors Composed original music beds in order to establish and reinforce the sonic identity of the show Created and contributed to the growth of the show's Twitter (11k+ followers) and Instagram (10k+ followers) Show less

    • United States
    • Higher Education
    • 100 - 200 Employee
    • Music Lecturer / Adjunct Faculty
      • Aug 2015 - Aug 2023

    • Director of Worship Arts & Audio Visual Support
      • May 2015 - Jan 2022

      Integrate artistic disciplines of lighting, sound, and visual projection to produce biweekly worship services that enrich the spiritual and communal life of the campusImproved the quality of the student-led worship band’s performance with coaching in several areas including musicianship, leadership, and stage presenceFacilitate the successful implementation of audiovisual elements when planning and coordinating indoor and outdoor events while overseeing student audiovisual assistantsIncreased both the number and quality of student recruits while raising the level of expectation for team commitment and accountabilitySpearheaded the development of a brand new bachelor’s degree program by creating new courses and updating music technology curriculum within the Department of MusicManage budget items including new equipment and technology, maintenance, and travel expenses in order to further develop the Spiritual Life DepartmentEstablished and strengthened relationships with local high schools and other organizations by scheduling campus visits, sharing resources, and providing support when appropriateEnhanced recruiting and marketing materials for the Worship Arts and Spiritual Life Departments while building a stronger brand for the worship music program Show less

  • Trinity United Methodist Church
    • Hutchinson, Kansas, United States
    • Director of Marketing & Communications
      • Jul 2022 - Jul 2023

    • United States
    • Religious Institutions
    • 1 - 100 Employee
    • Director of Worship
      • Mar 2018 - Aug 2021

      Coordinate all aspects of weekly worship services (including lighting, sound, and visual projection) while leading on vocals and guitar Improved the worship experience by efficiently managing the budgeted funds for new equipment and instruments Strengthened the skills and confidence of volunteer musicians and technical personnel through focused instruction and clear communication Edited final copy alongside a team of writers, editors, and instructors who launched a large-scale theology training program for the church called CrossPoint University Led as a guitarist and vocalist for a series of highly-produced videos that were designed to provide musical worship for various campus locations Show less

    • United States
    • Online Audio and Video Media
    • 200 - 300 Employee
    • Managing Editor
      • Dec 2014 - Jan 2016

      Spearheaded a rebrand of the F.C. Inter Milan sports blog while increasing the readership by over 100% over the period of one year Guide a team of contributors who publish several articles each day; edit and revise all posts prior to publication Spearheaded a rebrand of the F.C. Inter Milan sports blog while increasing the readership by over 100% over the period of one year Guide a team of contributors who publish several articles each day; edit and revise all posts prior to publication

    • United States
    • Education Management
    • 100 - 200 Employee
    • Substitute Teacher
      • Aug 2014 - May 2015

      Adapt quickly to a variety of subjects and grade levels in order to present material in an effective manner while maintaining classroom discipline Communicate effectively with teachers and other instructors in order to ensure information is presented without interruption to the lesson plan and/or syllabus Adapt quickly to a variety of subjects and grade levels in order to present material in an effective manner while maintaining classroom discipline Communicate effectively with teachers and other instructors in order to ensure information is presented without interruption to the lesson plan and/or syllabus

    • United States
    • Education Administration Programs
    • 700 & Above Employee
    • Substitute Teacher
      • Aug 2014 - May 2015

      Adapt quickly to a variety of subjects and grade levels in order to present material in an effective manner while maintaining classroom discipline Communicate effectively with teachers and other instructors in order to ensure information is presented without interruption to the lesson plan and/or syllabus Adapt quickly to a variety of subjects and grade levels in order to present material in an effective manner while maintaining classroom discipline Communicate effectively with teachers and other instructors in order to ensure information is presented without interruption to the lesson plan and/or syllabus

Education

  • Southern Utah University
    Master of Music - MM, Music Technology
    2018 - 2020
  • Regent University
    Master of Arts - MA, Practical Theology
    2016 - 2018
  • Wake Forest University School of Law
    2013 - 2014
  • California Baptist University
    Bachelor of Music - BM, Music Education
    2009 - 2012

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