Austin Howard

Detroit,MI

Summary

Professional musician holding a master's degree with over 15 years of experience building relationships, project coordinating, teaching, as well as working independently. Skilled at managing conflicting priorities and explaining difficult concepts clearly; all in deadline driven environments. Seeking a remote/hybrid role in client facing support, AI training, or content coordination.

Overview

years of professional experience

Work History

Musician — Performer, Educator, Producer

08.2013 - Current

Performed across United States and abroad, coordinated and taught all-ages private and group lessons, composed music for various artists.

Studio Instructor

Guitar Center, Lansing, MI

Lansing, MI

07.2015 - 01.2020

Delivered over 30 private lessons weekly on multiple instruments, fostering student growth and tracking progress.

Education

Masters Degree - Jazz Studies

Michigan State University

East Lansing, MI

05-2015

Bachelors Degree - Jazz Composition

Berklee College of Music

Boston, MA

05-2013

Skills

Remote Collaboration: able to create or restructure existing works quickly and efficiently with minimal contact
Training and Instruction: able to work one on one or in a group setting managing egos and expectations

Detail Oriented Work: able to follow complex directions and check my own work for accuracy
Adaptability: able to fit in and make changes on the fly while keeping the end goal in mind

Timeline