Andre Rivera
Chicago,IL
Summary
Enthusiastic individual boasting successful career managing music at special events, weddings and holiday parties. Punctual worker who is reliable, trustworthy, and will be able to complete the job in a timely manner. Effective at communicating with the client to make sure exactly what is required gets completed.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
DJ Assistant
Sounds of Greece Inc.
Chicago , IL
2022.06 - Current
- Set up and test DJ equipment prior to events.
- Assist in creating playlists for special events.
- Organize music library by genre, artist, and decade.
- Monitor sound levels during performances.
- Provide technical support to DJs as needed.
- Troubleshoot any equipment issues that may arise during the performance.
- Liaise with clients to ensure their needs are met before and during the event.
- Research new music trends to keep events fresh and exciting.
- Keep detailed records of all expenses incurred while working on projects with DJs.
- Met with clients and discussed options for music and particular songs for each special event.
- Called out to guests via microphone, encouraging dancing and participation in upbeat songs at weddings and other celebrations.
- Played mix of songs which matched station format and avoided dead air by closely monitoring length of each song.
- Participated in promotional events in local community, met fans and clients and offered professional station representation.
- Shared public service announcements, music information and upcoming events with audiences.
Painting Apprentice
Professional Touch Painting Inc.
Chicago , IL
2023.06 - 2024.08
- Prepared surfaces for painting by scraping, sanding, filling holes and cracks with putty or plaster.
- Cleaned and maintained tools and equipment used in the painting process.
- Applied primers, sealers, undercoats, topcoats and other finishes as required.
- Assisted journeymen painters with completing projects on time.
- Provided assistance in the setup of ladders, scaffolding and staging areas needed to perform tasks at heights.
- Removed fixtures such as lights, door handles or window frames prior to painting.
- Helped load and unload supplies from trucks when necessary.
- Cleaned up job sites after completion of each task ensuring all materials were properly disposed of according to local regulations.
- Protected furniture and flooring from paint splatter using drop cloths or plastic sheeting.
- Measured surfaces accurately to estimate material needs for each job site.
- Filled nail holes with spackle or wood putty before beginning painting jobs.
- Evaluated existing paint jobs for proper coverage before applying new coats of paint.
- Painted walls and other large areas using brushes, rollers and spray guns.
- Prepared surfaces by stripping existing coatings, filling holes and sanding.
- Communicated with crew leader to receive new job assignments.
- Set up painting job spaces by unloading trucks, placing ladders and laying out protective tarp draping sheets.
- Filled cracks, holes or joints using caulking guns or putty knives.
- Removed pictures, door knobs or electric switch covers prior to painting.
- Completed high-volume weekly painting jobs with consistently positive customer feedback.
- Removed old finishes by stripping, sanding or using water or abrasive blasting.
Education
High School Diploma -
Loyola Academy
Wilmette, IL2024-05
Skills
- Communication
- Confidence
- Sociable
- Driven
- Punctuality
- Bilingual
Affiliations
- Basketball
- Volleyball
- Soccer
- Track
- Community Sercive
Languages
Spanish
Full Professional
Timeline
Painting Apprentice
Professional Touch Painting Inc.
2023.06 - 2024.08
DJ Assistant
Sounds of Greece Inc.
2022.06 - Current
High School Diploma -
Loyola Academy
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