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Barbara C. Kemper

Susanville,CA

Summary

Performer in the NYC Music Scene from 1979-1998

Produced 7 benefits for LIFEbeat, the Music Industry Organization to Fight AIDS between 1993-1998.

Worked for LIFEbeat doing talent acquisitions for their Hearts and Voices Program, sending Broadway and local nightclub performers to volunteer in hospitals and residences to perform for people with HIV AIDS in New York City.

Volunteer for the Humane Society of Rowan County, NC for 10 years. Volunteer for Forgotten Felines of Forsythe County, NC for 1 year.

Professional Singer, with two record deals, signed in 1986 with 2 singles to Belaphone Records- Germany, Austria, and Switzerland. Also Sound and Master Records, USA.

Worked with Vicki Sue Robinson on her hit single "To Sir With Love" in 1984, and The Tokens on their remake of "The Lion Sleeps Tonight" in 1989.

Pet Rescuer in Spencer NC, 16 years

Volunteered on 5 presidential campaigns as a phone canvasser, and at election sites distributing election materials.

Overview

38
38
years of professional experience

Work History

Retail Sales Associate Worker

B&P Antiques
Spencer, NC
04.2014 - 07.2017
  • Greeted customers and provided product information.
  • Assisted customers in selecting items that best suited their needs.
  • Operated cash registers, processed payments, and issued receipts.
  • Served as Store Manager when owners were not in store.

Personal Home Care Aide

Elite Care, Personal Touch
Salisbury, NC
12.2008 - 06.2010
  • Provided assistance with activities of daily living, such as bathing, dressing, grooming and toileting.
  • Assisted clients with light housekeeping duties, including laundry and meal preparation.
  • Transported clients to doctor appointments or other errands in a safe manner.

Substitute Teacher, K-12

Rowan County School District
Salisbury, NC
09.2007 - 12.2008
  • Assisted with classroom instruction, following lesson plans and providing additional support to students.
  • Provided feedback to teachers on student behavior and performance in the classroom.
  • Monitored classrooms, ensuring that all students were safe and adhering to school rules.

Substitute Teacher, K-12

B.O.C.E.S. (Board of Cooperative & Educ. Services
Fort Edward, NY
09.2006 - 08.2007
  • Assisted with classroom instruction, following lesson plans and providing additional support to students.
  • Provided feedback to teachers on student behavior and performance in the classroom.
  • Monitored classrooms, ensuring that all students were safe and adhering to school rules.
  • Collaborated with other staff members to ensure a positive learning environment for students.
  • Supervised lunchroom duties, playground activities, field trips and after-school programs.
  • Developed creative activities to engage students in learning opportunities.
  • Maintained accurate records of student attendance, grades and behavior reports.
  • Modified instructional materials as needed for special education students.
  • Instructed small groups or individual students who need extra help or attention.
  • Provided guidance to struggling learners by offering alternative methods of instruction.
  • Created an atmosphere conducive to learning by displaying enthusiasm for teaching subjects.
  • Enforced classroom routines to keep students on schedule and operating at consistent level.
  • Provided classroom instruction outlined in teacher's lesson plans.
  • Implemented lesson plans assigned by classroom teacher to educate students about key concepts.
  • Provided notes and reports on school day activities to primary teacher.
  • Requested as substitute teacher based on excellent referrals and trusted performance.
  • Managed high school classrooms during teacher absences.

Talent Acquisitions, Promotions

Night Club Business
New York City, NY, NY
03.1990 - 12.1998
  • Met course and department instructional goals by integrating key competencies into lesson plans.
  • Developed and implemented promotional strategies to increase public awareness of musical events.
  • Created relationships with local radio stations to promote upcoming music events.
  • Scheduled performances at various live music venues.
  • Researched new trends in the music industry to identify potential opportunities for promotion.
  • Compiled data on audience demographics from past events to inform future marketing decisions.
  • Maintained a database of contacts in the music industry including labels, agents, producers.
  • Developed partnerships with sponsors to provide additional funding for promotional activities.
  • Planned and executed special events such as album release parties or listening sessions.
  • Established relationships with media outlets such as magazines, newspapers, websites, and blogs.
  • Assisted in organizing tour dates and logistics for touring bands.
  • Conducted market research into target audiences for specific genres of music.
  • Attended concerts and festivals on behalf of clients to network and scout talent.
  • Participated in trade shows and conventions related to the music industry.
  • Answered event-related queries posed by existing and prospective customers.
  • Solidified relationships with partners, venues and [Type] individuals, effectively building strong network of resources for future event planning.
  • Built and maintained strong connections with venues.
  • Used strong negotiation skills to obtain top-notch bookings.
  • Handled management tasks involved with client schedules.
  • Communicated client reservations to appropriate staff.
  • Distributed samples of clients' work and other collateral to obtain audition slots or endorsement deals.

Temp Secretary

Madison Ave. Temps, Unique Temps
New York, NY
03.1979 - 09.1992
  • Performed various duties, as per job requirements, either as general secretary, receptionist, data entry, file clerk.
  • I worked at companies such as McGraw-Hill, Simon & Schuster, McCann-Erikson, National Council of Churches, Tischman Construction, Shearson-Lehman, Caltex Oil, Sony Records. Olgilvie and Mather, and others.
  • Provided administrative support to the office manager and other staff members.
  • Greeted visitors in a professional manner and directed them to appropriate personnel or offices.
  • Answered incoming phone calls, responded to inquiries and transferred calls as needed.
  • Maintained filing systems for confidential documents; organized files for easy retrieval of information when requested.
  • Sorted mail and distributed it to appropriate personnel or departments within the organization.
  • Assisted with special projects or tasks related to departmental functions upon request.
  • Performed data entry into computer systems; ensured accuracy of all entered information.
  • Responded to customer inquiries via email or telephone in a polite and professional manner.
  • Proofread documents before submission; corrected any errors found in grammar or punctuation.
  • Answered telephone calls to give information to callers, take messages or transfer calls to appropriate individuals.
  • Maintained organized filing system of paper and electronic documents.
  • Greeted visitors and directed to appropriate location or person.
  • Sent and distributed mail and parcels.
  • Anticipated leadership needs by preparing or gathering records, reports and correspondence.
  • Pleasantly welcomed visitors, answered phone calls and maintained front reception desk.
  • Handled incoming calls and directed callers to appropriate department or employee.
  • Coordinated communications, taking calls, responding to emails and interfacing with clients.

Education

BPS - Music Business Management, Voice

SUNY Empire State College
Saratoga Springs, NY
06-2002

Skills

  • I am outgoing, focused, and project oriented
  • I have extensive experience in public speaking and on the phone

Timeline

Retail Sales Associate Worker

B&P Antiques
04.2014 - 07.2017

Personal Home Care Aide

Elite Care, Personal Touch
12.2008 - 06.2010

Substitute Teacher, K-12

Rowan County School District
09.2007 - 12.2008

Substitute Teacher, K-12

B.O.C.E.S. (Board of Cooperative & Educ. Services
09.2006 - 08.2007

Talent Acquisitions, Promotions

Night Club Business
03.1990 - 12.1998

Temp Secretary

Madison Ave. Temps, Unique Temps
03.1979 - 09.1992

BPS - Music Business Management, Voice

SUNY Empire State College

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