Experience

The Jackson Symphony - Jackson, TN

• United States
• Musicians
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Principal Musician

  • Aug 2015 - Present

  ● Acts as an intermediary between the conductor and the rest of the double bass section, as well as all other lower strings ● Settles matters of bowing and phrasing for the section based upon the coexisting bowings of the remaining sections in the orchestra ● Studies, analyzes, and performs the orchestral solos that are written for this particular instrument, prior to every performance ● Sets the style and tone for the double bass section of the orchestra ● Mentors younger members of the Jackson Youth Symphony’s double bass section ● Leads the double bass section by setting high standards of beauty, accuracy, and rhythmic reliability in every rehearsal and performance Show less



Self-employed

• Double Bass/Vocal Coach

  • Mar 2015 - Present

  -Plan and prepare lessons in relation to individual pupils' needs and examination syllabuses. -Acquire appropriate teaching materials and resources. -Teach music theory, aural skills and performance techniques to young entertainer/artists. -Enter and prepare students for performances. -Motivate young artists and encouraging progress. -Create and maintain a network of contacts to ensure work continuity for students. -Ensure up-to-date knowledge and awareness of performance standards. -Assess young artists’ abilities, providing feedback and writing reports -Arrange concerts for students' families and friends. -Keep financial, administrative and business records. -Brand Management Show less



The Four Strings Academy

• Boston, Massachusetts, United States

• Artistic Director/Coordinator

  • Jul 2019 - Jul 2022

  ● Direct day-to-day business operations of the July summer arts program ● Oversee installation and operation of on-set sound and lighting equipment to achieve superior production results ● Coordinate rehearsals and sectionals amongst musicians and young artists from young to collegiate level ● Host meetings and calls with potential students, press, and sponsors to gain funds and attention to the organization ● Develop summer performance and exhibition programs ● Identify and books guest performers and artists for events ● Facilitate auditions for vocalists and musicians for upcoming performances Show less



PRIZM ENSEMBLE

• United States
• Performing Arts
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Principal Musician

  • Jun 2016 - Jun 2019

  -Collaborated with other musicians to plan rehearsals and performances. -Developed strong interpersonal skills to deal with different personalities. -Played variety of music with broad stylistic range and improvisatorial flexibility. -Traveled, sometimes great distances, to perform at venues and rehearsed to prepare for performances. -Identified mistakes made by other musicians and corrected problems. -Expressed musical themes through tempo, phrasing, volume and dynamics. -Traveled to various locations throughout the United States for performances. -Performed in front of live audiences on television and as part of theater productions. -Performed with/coached various collaborative orchestras, symphonies, and choirs. Show less



Savannah Philharmonic Orchestra

• Savannah, Georgia, United States

• Section Musician

  • Mar 2017 - Apr 2019

  -Sight-read difficult music accurately and at tempo as accompanist during auditions. -Held informal performances on street corners and for private groups. -Transcribed musical compositions to adapt for particular ensembles. -Expressed musical themes through tempo, phrasing, volume and dynamics. -Sight-read difficult music accurately and at tempo as accompanist during auditions. -Held informal performances on street corners and for private groups. -Transcribed musical compositions to adapt for particular ensembles. -Expressed musical themes through tempo, phrasing, volume and dynamics.



Outloud Artistry

• Miami, Florida, United States

• Co Artistic Director

  • Jun 2010 - Jul 2018



A&R Soundstage

• Memphis, Tennessee, United States

• Artist Development Specialist

  • Sep 2012 - Mar 2018

  ● Assist the individual music artist in finding their niche, and learning how to manage its growth and relevance in today’s music industry ● Protect recorded music by registering them with the United States Copyright Office ● Assist other songwriters and music artists in registering for a performance rights organization (BMI or ASCAP), so that if and when their music is played by the broadcasting industry, or in certain public places, they will receive proper payment for the usage of their music ● Play a part in helping other artists search for the right publishing deal, or start their own publishing company ● Develop creative ideas for the release of music, stage plots, creative design, and press releases/kits ● Assist in developing a name for the artist, as well as filing for a trademark to prevent others from using that chosen name ● Responsible for making sure that the artist at hand is maintaining a clear and honest image in person and via online presence Show less



JD Finish Line

• United States
• Retail
• 700 & Above Employee

• Sales Supervisor

  • Sep 2009 - Jul 2011

  ● Supervise team sales operations ● Retaine existing customers by providing prompt customer services ● Supervise and oversaw the maintenance of customer databases ● Analyze store reports and prepared sales documents ● Analyze store sales and assisted other management in coming up with innovative marketing tactics in order to improve store sales. ● Resolve customer complaints ● Supervise team sales operations ● Retaine existing customers by providing prompt customer services ● Supervise and oversaw the maintenance of customer databases ● Analyze store reports and prepared sales documents ● Analyze store sales and assisted other management in coming up with innovative marketing tactics in order to improve store sales. ● Resolve customer complaints



Aéropostale

• United States
• Retail
• 700 & Above Employee

• Sales Associate

  • Oct 2007 - Sep 2009

  ● Responsible for managing and maintaining inventory ● Responsible for setting up promotional materials and displays ● Responsible for implementing sales strategies ● Answer questions regarding merchandise ● Responsible for managing and maintaining inventory ● Responsible for setting up promotional materials and displays ● Responsible for implementing sales strategies ● Answer questions regarding merchandise