- Fishing and nature activities
- Music
- Recording audio and video
- Concerts
- Playing repairing and modifying instruments
- Automotive repair
Ben Smith
Galva,Illinois
Summary
Experienced musician with over 10 years of playing and composing music. Demonstrates strong leadership skills and a commitment to continuous learning and adaptability. Dedicated to pursuing a full-time career in music and investing time and effort into its success. Showcased talent through more than 50 successful gigs across Illinois and Iowa, as well as numerous performances with high school marching band. Led the band to win the Best Percussion Award in our class for two consecutive years. Additionally, achieved 1st place in a drum solo contest at Percussion Palooza in Sterling, IL.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Quality Control Audio Engineering
DECWARE HIFIDELITY ENGINEERIN CO
04.2023 - Current
- Evaluated samples against standards by completing measurements, visual inspections, and other established tests.
- Performed thorough inspections of incoming materials and outgoing products.
- Maintained accurate records of all quality control activities, ensuring easy retrieval for audits or management inquiries.
- Enhanced product quality by conducting comprehensive inspections and identifying defects in a timely manner.
Guitar/Drum Instructor
Guitar Center
09.2022 - 04.2023
- Collaborated with fellow instructors at music studios to share best practices in teaching strategies, lesson planning, marketing tactics.
- Evaluated student progress regularly through assessments, goal-setting exercises, and continuous monitoring of improvement areas.
- Inspired a passion for music within students through interactive demonstrations, hands-on activities, and discussions about rhythm theory.
- Assisted students in selecting appropriate drumming equipment for their skill level, preferences, and budget, ensuring a positive experience from the start.
Stagehand
Wiley Park Productions
10.2020 - 08.2022
- Company Overview: www.thebackroadmusicfestival.com
- Ben has helped on a few different concerts
- He has proven to be reliable in positions on the stage for experienced musicians
- Www.thebackroadmusicfestival.com
- Ben is honest, dependable, well-mannered, and responsible
- He is expected to be a valuable asset to any organization or group
Education
Associate of Science - Electrical Engineering Technology
ORION TECHNICAL INSTITUTE
Davenport, IA06-2023
High School Diploma -
Galva Jr/Sr Highschool
Galva, IL05-2021
Skills
- Multi instrumental musician
- Music production and recording
- Reaper DAW experience
- Sufficient at reading music if needed
- 15 years plus of playing and learning drums/percussion
- 9 years of playing and learning Lead and Rythm guitar and bass
- 9 years of on stage experience
- Marching band, drum line leader for 4 years
- Experience being stage hand
- Music Teaching Experience
Accomplishments
- College Degree in Electrical Engineering Technology.
- Certificate in Gas metal Arc Welding before completing high school
- 1st place drum solo Percussion Palooza
References
Tyler Glaser, President, 10/22/20, Professional, I have known Ben Smith for several years., His passion for music related experiences is above many that I have been around., In 2014 when I started the Back Road Music Festival Ben’s father Josh let me know that if we ever needed any help that they would be happy to help., That first year Ben came out with his father they immediately started helping in areas that needed help., We didn’t have to even have to direct them towards any specific tasks, he realized what needed to be done and made sure it was done., Since that first year I have had Ben help me on a few different concerts., I tend to save positions on the stage for experienced musicians that know the ins and outs of music., Ben has proven to us that he can be relied on to be in that position., We also hope that he comes back and helps as long as he is around the area., Ben has shown that he is honest, dependable, well-mannered and responsible., There is no doubt in my mind that Ben will be a valuable asset to any organization or group that he is associated with in the future.
Certification
Gas metal arc welding certified
Electrical Engineering Technician certified
Interests
Timeline
Quality Control Audio Engineering
DECWARE HIFIDELITY ENGINEERIN CO
04.2023 - Current
Guitar/Drum Instructor
Guitar Center
09.2022 - 04.2023
Stagehand
Wiley Park Productions
10.2020 - 08.2022
Associate of Science - Electrical Engineering Technology
ORION TECHNICAL INSTITUTE
High School Diploma -
Galva Jr/Sr Highschool
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