Brian (Lee) Zeigler
Harrisburg,NC
Summary
Dynamic Worship Leader with a proven track record at Crossroads Church, showcasing expertise in music leadership and volunteer coordination. Excelled in arranging music and fostering team oversight, significantly enhancing worship experiences. Demonstrated exceptional vocal expertise and guitar proficiency, alongside a commitment to continuous improvement and spiritual instruction.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
10
10
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Worship Leader
Crossroads Church
08.2022 - Current
- Coordinated music and special vocals for worship services.
- Recruited volunteers for choirs and worship teams.
- Performed as versatile vocalist and instrumentalist to support inspirational worship services.
- Led and inspired worship team members and guided team in following church processes, guidelines and mission.
- Developed programs for holidays and unique events.
- Held worship team accountable for facilitating God-inspired worship and continually encouraged, equipped and empowered volunteers.
- Interacted with local community, building relationships with civic organizations and other churches.
Worship Leader
The Well Christian Church
10.2018 - 09.2022
- Coordinated music and special vocals for worship services.
- Recruited and equipped volunteers for worship teams.
- Performed as versatile vocalist and instrumentalist to support inspirational worship services.
- Led and inspired worship team members and guided team in following church processes, guidelines and mission.
- Set up ProPresenter presentations with lyrics and sermon notes for congregation.
- Supported pastor in discerning and meeting spiritual needs and helped church members and guests develop sense of belonging.
- Authored sermons, speeches and other religious materials.
- Planned and conducted worship services, wrote sermons, and worked with key church leaders to carry out church mission.
Director of Contemporary Worship
University City United Methodist Church
09.2011 - 09.2018
- Coordinated music and special vocals for worship services.
- Recruited and equipped volunteers for worship teams.
- Performed as versatile vocalist and instrumentalist to support inspirational worship services.
- Led and inspired worship team members and guided team in following church processes, guidelines and mission.
- Set up ProPresenter presentations with lyrics and sermon notes for congregation.
- Supported pastor in discerning and meeting spiritual needs and helped church members and guests develop sense of belonging.
- Authored sermons, speeches and other religious materials.
- Planned and conducted worship services, wrote sermons, and worked with key church leaders to carry out church mission.
- Assisted in recruiting, hiring and training of team members.
Music Director
Crossroads Church
10.1996 - 09.2011
- Scheduled and coordinated auditions to select performers for musical presentations.
- Led live music performances and rehearsals, directing musicians to achieve top-notch performances.
- Transcribed musical compositions and melodic lines to adapt to particular group or create specific musical style.
- Studied scores to learn music in detail and develop interpretations.
- Selected and arranged music for holiday performances and special events.
- Directed groups at rehearsals and live performances to achieve desired effects such as tonal and harmonic balance dynamics, rhythm, and tempo.
Education
Master of Arts - Practical Theology - Focus in Age Level Ministries
09.2011 - 08.2017
- Dean's List
- Capstone Project: Worship WoRx , Creator and Curriculum Author, A Worship Camp Experience for High School Students
Bachelor of Arts - Music
08.1990 - 05.1994
- Extracurricular Activities: Marching, Jazz, and Concert Bands; College Chorus; Chamber Singers; Christian Student Union
Skills
- Worship planning
- Problem-solving aptitude
- Volunteer Coordination
- Discipleship
- Professionalism
- Arranging music
- Songwriting
- Vocal expertise
- Spiritual instruction
- Team Oversight
- Music leadership
- Guitar and Keyboard proficiency
- Continuous Improvement
Video Links
https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/11cyL8-2GfWgaFWFzOey34CR2oXsTjbHR?usp=share_link
Timeline
Worship Leader - Crossroads Church
08.2022 - Current
Worship Leader - The Well Christian Church
10.2018 - 09.2022
Director of Contemporary Worship - University City United Methodist Church
09.2011 - 09.2018
Pfeifer University - Master of Arts, Practical Theology - Focus in Age Level Ministries
09.2011 - 08.2017
Music Director - Crossroads Church
10.1996 - 09.2011
Wingate University - Bachelor of Arts, Music
08.1990 - 05.1994
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