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Work History
Education
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Christopher Perry

Christopher Perry

Whitakers,NC

Summary

Creative and technically skilled music professional with experience in music direction, live production support, and performance coordination, backed by strong hands-on troubleshooting and fast-paced operational experience. Proven ability to lead rehearsals, collaborate with artists and teams, manage technical equipment, and maintain smooth show execution. Known for problem-solving, adaptability, and delivering high-quality results in live music, production, and entertainment environments.

Overview

2027
2027
years of professional experience

Work History

Bassist

First Baptist Church
05.2025 - Current
  • Practiced guitar shapes and scales to maintain full proficiency.
  • Memorized standards often requested at services.
  • Tuned and restrung guitars on regular basis.
  • Maintained guitars and related equipment in good working order.
  • Achieved desired tonal and harmonic balance by communicating clearly with musicians.
  • Transposed music to alternate keys with speed and accuracy.

Musical Director

Keith Anthony, Orlando FL
02.2023 - 01.2025
  • Directed rehearsals and guided vocalists and instrumentalists to improve performance quality and musical cohesion.
  • Arranged, adapted, and reworked musical pieces across styles by adjusting tempo, harmony, and rhythm.
  • Utilized music technology and synthesizers for composition, orchestration, and production support.
  • Managed music materials and provided technical and creative problem-solving to ensure smooth rehearsals and performances.

Audio Technician

Word Tabernacle Church
2017 - 2023
  • Set up and tested equipment prior to events, broadcasts, and recordings.
  • Regulated volume level and sound quality during services and events.
  • Separated instruments, vocals, and peripheral sounds and mixed during post-production stage.
  • Operated and troubleshot sound systems for various events.
  • Mixed voices, music and taped sound effects for live performances and pre-recorded events.
  • Communicated with musicians to troubleshoot ensure optimal performance.

Percussionist

Word Tabernacle Church
2016 - 2023
  • Maintained percussion equipment in good working order.
  • Stayed proficient with wide range of percussion instruments.
  • Provided timing and rhythmic foundation for band members to coordinate performance.
  • Performed routine maintenance and cleaning of percussion inventory to provide optimal sound quality.
  • Practiced individually and with ensemble regularly to develop consistent excellence of execution.
  • Adapted new concepts and sound arrangements with band members.

Maintenance

Bowling Center, Rocky Mount NC
09.2020 - 01.2023
  • Diagnosed and repaired mechanical issues on bowling equipment, restoring machines to working condition quickly and minimizing downtime.
  • Responded promptly to service calls, troubleshooting malfunctions and completing effective on-site repairs.
  • Performed routine maintenance including cleaning, lubricating, and inspecting parts to keep equipment operating at peak performance.
  • Maintained a safe work environment by following safety procedures, documenting issues, and escalating repair needs requiring management approval.

Cook

Hwy 55, Rocky Mount NC
09.2020 - 01.2023
  • Prepared and cooked menu items according to Hwy 55 standards while managing multiple orders to ensure food was served hot and on time.
  • Maintained clean and sanitary food prep areas, grills, and kitchen equipment to meet health and safety guidelines.
  • Operated kitchen equipment safely and efficiently while keeping stations stocked and organized for peak service hours.
  • Prepped ingredients and garnishes in advance to support smooth kitchen operations and maintain consistent food quality.

Education

High School -

Northern Nash High School
Rocky Mount, NC
06.2020

Skills

  • Safety procedures
  • Preventive and reparative maintenance
  • Heavy lifting
  • Effective communication
  • Inventory management
  • Music theory expertise
  • Rehearsal management
  • Instrument maintenance
  • Professional attitude
  • Collaborative mindset
  • Tearing down equipment
  • Attention to detail
  • Creative thinking

Timeline

Bassist

First Baptist Church
05.2025 - Current

Musical Director

Keith Anthony, Orlando FL
02.2023 - 01.2025

Maintenance

Bowling Center, Rocky Mount NC
09.2020 - 01.2023

Cook

Hwy 55, Rocky Mount NC
09.2020 - 01.2023

Audio Technician

Word Tabernacle Church
2017 - 2023

Percussionist

Word Tabernacle Church
2016 - 2023

High School -

Northern Nash High School
Christopher Perry