CV | DZG portfolio 26

Undergraduate Degree — Sound Recording Technology With a Jazz Bass Emphasis

August 2018 – May 2023

Played Baritione from 2010-2012
Played Tuba from 2012-2018
Played Bass Guitar from 2017- Present
Participated in the ODU Jazz Ensemble 2018-2020, playing Bass Guitar under the leadership of Dr. Owens and Professor John Toomey.
Participated in the ODU Guitar ensemble 2018-2019 under the leadership of ODU guitar instructor Eldon Sully.
Played at the Norfolk Street Food Festival March 22nd, 2026

August 2019 – March 2020

Provided customer service to students and faculty staff with locating music LPs, CDs, DVDs, and reference materials in the F. Ludwig Diehn School of Music Library/Composer Room. Cashier, computer workstation, audio/video equipment experience.

August 2020 – June 2021

Provide music selection at special events to include football, softball, basketball games, graduations, and other special events at Old Dominion University.
Record gameplay footage for ODU’s basketball stream
Set up, break down, operation, and maintenance of A/V equipment

June 2023 – January 2024

Planned and taught musical production plays to campers (Little Mermaid, Shrek, and others)
Developed and executed an engaging music curriculum and lessons throughout the rehearsal process.
Collaborated with the creative team for an overall artistic interpretation of the production
Assisted campers in the execution of visual arts/performing arts projects, accompanying and monitoring campers.
Taught vocal parts and worked on singing techniques with students.
Monitored quality and ensured production values. Make adjustments to the music. Edit and reformat scripts when necessary.
Lead the music creative team with an overall artistic interpretation of production.
Auditioned and selected campers, scheduled and supervised rehearsals to ensure performance quality.
Create rehearsal and production schedules.
Communicate with parents/guardians.

August 2022- October 2022

Took photos of belts, handbags, and shoes to promote online sales for a fashion brand located in northern Virginia.

June 2024 – January 2025

Assisted in sound production, setup, teardown, and loading of venues for events, conferences, and conventions; set up stage, lighting, sound, and special effects systems.

Clean and maintain staging areas and /or staging equipment.
Coordinate with event production and management staff to ensure that all staging, equipment, and facilities are set up properly, including staging, rigging, lighting, and special effects.

July 2024 – August 2024

Worked primarily with the Connect2TCC Coordinator and the camp participants. As an assistant, I helped the students get to each class/activity promptly.
Assisted in helping students make their resumes
T-shirt creation
Helped reinforce a positive attitude for going to college
Gave college advice & strategies to be a successful student
Built rapport with students, summer instructors, and project staff.
Monitored students’ class engagement and progress
Provided classroom assistance and monitoring for summer instructors.
Contributed to coordinating/facilitating summer workshops and activities.
Served as a positive role model and mentor for students.

Participated in program staff meetings and training as required.
Maintained a high standard of professionalism in representing Tidewater Community College.

August 2024 – December 2024

• Assisted patrons in finding and checking out books. Plan, create, and promote programs and events for patrons and members of the community.

January 2024 – October 2025

• Substitued for multiple schools band/orchestra/chorus programs

• Maintain a productive learning environment for students in the absence of the primary instructor. Responsibilities include

• Taking attendance, following a lesson plan, and managing the students.

May 2025 – June 2025

Assisted the math department by providing math tutoring for students in small groups for 7th and 8th-grade levels.

November 2025- Current