Anna Thorne
Jackson,TN
Summary
Motivated and skilled music professional with hands-on experience in audio-visual management, live sound production, working in a recording environment behind the mic, and leading worship services. Currently interning at West Jackson Baptist Church, contributing to the recruitment of musicians, managing sound systems for services, and researching music for future worship opportunities. Experienced in music recording, mixing, and editing, with a background in performing and leading worship in both traditional and contemporary settings. Dedicated to fostering a positive, collaborative environment and providing spiritual leadership. Strong communicator with experience working with both individuals and groups, including children, in a professional and creative environment.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Intern
West Jackson Baptist Church
Jackson, TN
01.2025 - Current
- Recruiting new musicians to join the praise band or choir as needed.
- Managed audio-visual support for multiple weekly services.
- Researching new songs from various genres of Christian music for possible inclusion into future services.
- Working alongside individuals in a professional setting.
- Working alongside children and teaching music.
- Leading congregational singing in both traditional and contemporary styles of worship.
Student
Union University
Jackson, TN
08.2021 - Current
- Managed setup and tear-down of sound and music equipment before and after performances to promote efficient workflow.
- Monitored audio levels while adjusting controls on the mixing board.
- Prepared for live recording sessions by setting up microphones and sound equipment.
- Adjusted sound levels to ensure optimal quality of sound.
- Recorded, edited, and mixed instrumental and vocal tracks, and minimized unwanted sounds while operating sound consoles and systems.
Camp Worship Leader
West Jackson Baptist Church
Jackson, TN
06.2023 - 06.2023
- Chose songs and organized materials for every worship service.
- Providing spiritual leadership by modeling faith through words and actions.
- Managing audio-visual equipment during services, including soundboards and microphones.
- Managed audio-visual support for multiple daily services.
- Leading congregational singing in both traditional and contemporary styles of worship.
Home Accents Associate
Hobby Lobby
Jackson, TN
04.2021 - 08.2021
- Cleaned shelves, counters and tables to maintain organized store.
- Helped customers locate items within the store using the inventory system.
- Answered store and merchandise questions and led customers to wanted items.
- Unboxed new merchandise and restocked shelves in appealing and organized arrangements to promote items.
Education
Bachelor of Music - Commercial: Recording, Engineering, And Producing
Union University
Jackson, TN05-2025
High School Diploma -
Trinity Christian Academy
Jackson, TN05-2021
Skills
- Critical listening
- Session management
- Music production
- Microphone techniques
- Multitrack recording
- Audio mixing
- Studio maintenance
- Recording studio setup
- Audio editing
- Dynamic range compression
- Noise reduction
- Audio post-production
- Live sound engineering
- Trained on Pro Tools
- Trained on Logic Pro
- Trained in classical piano
- Trained in voice
Affiliations
- Writes and records music
- Currently in a musical called Chitty Chitty Bang Bang.
- Plays flute in the band at West Jackson Baptist Church
- Takes guitar lessons
- A Member of Chi Omega
- Play keys for events in Chi Omega
Timeline
Intern
West Jackson Baptist Church
01.2025 - Current
Camp Worship Leader
West Jackson Baptist Church
06.2023 - 06.2023
Student
Union University
08.2021 - Current
Home Accents Associate
Hobby Lobby
04.2021 - 08.2021
Bachelor of Music - Commercial: Recording, Engineering, And Producing
Union University
High School Diploma -
Trinity Christian Academy
GPA
- Current College GPA: 3.738
- High School GPA: 4.56
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