Lionel Charles Avila
Community Programs Coordinator at San Diego Youth Symphony and Conservatory- Claim this Profile
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Credentials
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CPR for Adult, Child and Infant, AED and First Aid
A-B-CPROct, 2018- Nov, 2024
Experience
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San Diego Youth Symphony and Conservatory
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United States
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Musicians
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1 - 100 Employee
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Community Programs Coordinator
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Aug 2022 - Present
Key Responsibilities- Supervise a team of 4 administrative assistants and 14 teaching artists- Plan and implement events, camps, and concerts in collaboration with the community team- Coordinate registration, placement, and instrument selection for 361 students- Organize and maintain database, and generate statistical reports and program - rosters- Monitor workflow of tasks assigned to administrative assistants- Handle and maintain calendar of rehearsals, classes, and events for entire community team- Manage distribution of student instruments valuing up to $76,000- Collaborate with Community Program Manager to hire new community program assistants; lead their orientation and manage performance- Oversee on-site support for teaching artists, students, families, and partners at 10 school sites divided among Chula Vista, City Heights, and Santee schools- Design and distribute promotional material for program eventsKey Accomplishments- Recruited 78% of targeted Opus students to register and audition for Partner Program- Tripled enrollment number of Partner Program registrations since 2021- Tracked inventory of 300+ musical instruments totaling up to $76,000 in value- Provide statistical data and collaborate with Grants Manager to compose grant for a 10-day reporting cycle- Served and produced 3-week summer camp for 40 students in a turnaround time of 8-weeks- Secured bussing for students at 7 school sites for week-long day camp- Recovered $5,200 of equipment lost since 2018- Produced over 60 events in the 2023-24 season and implemented project management event timeline for spring and summer campsCertifications & Courses- Mental Health First-Aid Certification- CPR & First-Aid Training- Cyber Security Training- Security Awareness Course: Intro to Cyber Security- Security Awareness Course: Phishing- Harassment Prevention Training- Mandated Reporter Training Show less
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Teaching Artist, Flute
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Jan 2018 - Sep 2023
- Teach private, small and large groups to flutes and other woodwinds - Provides 15 weeks of private/group lessons to students who receive tuition assistance- Prepares students for a recital and ensemble placement auditions in the Spring- Create online content for students through teaching tutorials and other supplemental materials
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ChIMES Program Assistant
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Nov 2017 - Sep 2023
- Oversees registrations and enrollment with the program.- Liaison between Teaching Artists, Coordinator, and families- Creates and produces songbook/materials for each session- Coordinate the schedule, logistical, and material needs with Teaching Artists for specialevents as identified by the Early Childhood Music Coordinator.
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Opus Program Assistant
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Sep 2018 - Oct 2019
On-Site Admin● Build strong relationships and maintain communication with Opus families, musicians, andhost staff/faculty● Organize volunteers and logistics for performances, community events, and rehearsals● Support Teaching Artists’ classroom needs, including but not limited to resolvingemergencies and behavior concernsAdministration and Communication● Support site team with daily school site rehearsal logistics; plan and execute concerts andcommunity events● Maintain student-related information, including attendance and enrollment for site(s)● Communicate with the Community Opus Coordinator for site-specific information andcommunicationCommunity Collaboration● Supervise students at school, community outreach concerts, and collaboration events● Serve as a liaison to the families to encourage student and family attendance at appropriateconcerts and arts events both within SDYS and the community as a whole● Work with partner organizations to build community Show less
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Production Assistant
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Oct 2017 - Oct 2018
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San Diego Early Music Society
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United States
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Performing Arts
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1 - 100 Employee
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Concert Assistant
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Sep 2017 - Sep 2023
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Camarada
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San Diego, California
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Concert Manager & Librarian
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Jul 2017 - Sep 2023
Project Manager for "Come Together" Community Project -Oversees all registrations, payments, and music distribution for the guest conductor, community musicians, professional musicians -Recruit community musicians through various means: communicating with community ensembles, band directors, youth symphony organizations, and social media -Maintains communication to members regarding registration, payments, assigned music parts, and other information pertaining to the event -Coordinate logistics for the event, such as registration process, check-in, and rehearsal schedule Stage Manager for REMIXX, Mingle, and Cabernet series -Oversees production needs for each performance -Assists with contractual needs for performers -Collaborate with sound technicians, videographers, and photographers -Coordinate and recruit production crew when extra help is needed Other Skills -Handle music rentals and purchases for performances -Maintain good relationship with Camarada's board members and donors -Assist Operations Manager with fundraising events -Ensure patron needs are met during performances Show less
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Self-employed
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Greater San Diego Area
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Freelance Musician
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May 2017 - Sep 2023
Performer | Teacher | Flute Performer | Teacher | Flute
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SAN DIEGO FLUTE GUILD
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United States
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Musicians
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2nd Vice President
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Jul 2017 - May 2020
General Responsibilities -Maintain communication with the guild and its member through email communication -Composes monthly newsletters -Proposal writing Committee Chair for Annual Members Meeting/Fall Members Recital (2019) -Coordinate and secure venue for the event -Estimated financial needs/budget for the event -Provided and conducted music for Flute Choir Reading Session -Created and programmed the Fall Members Recital -Liason between the board and other correspondents for the event Committee Member for "Summer Camp" (2018) -Assisted in advertising and recruitment -Arranged chamber groups -Distributed ensemble music to campers and families -Assisted with upholding schedule during camp -Lead presentation for morning class -Coached chamber group for a recital Show less
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Ramona High School
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Education Management
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1 - 100 Employee
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Woodwind Coach
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Aug 2017 - May 2019
-Lead woodwind sectionals during the marching band season (flute/piccolo, clarinet, saxophone) -Assist band director with fundamental marching technique and overall concept of field show -Lead woodwind sectionals during the marching band season (flute/piccolo, clarinet, saxophone) -Assist band director with fundamental marching technique and overall concept of field show
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San Diego Symphony
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United States
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Performing Arts
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100 - 200 Employee
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Facilities Help
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Jul 2017 - Sep 2017
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SDSU Music as Medicine
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San Diego, California
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Board Member
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Jan 2016 - May 2017
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Education
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San Diego State University-California State University
Bachelor of Music, Music Performance, General -
San Diego State University
Artist Diploma, Music Performance, General