Daniel "Seth" Compton
Easley
Summary
Guitar & Music Teacher and luthier supporting musicians through instruction, live performance, and instrument care. Performs as a paid member of bands and ensembles, collaborating with Christian artists and church groups to deliver polished musical sets. Provides guitar setup and repair that keeps instruments playable and performance-ready.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
GUITAR & MUSIC TEACHER, PAID MEMBER OF BANDS & ENSEMBLES, GUITAR SET-UP & REPAIR “ LUTHIER”
Self-employeed
Upstate, SC
01.2023 - Current
- Track [number] weekly student lessons to support consistent instruction, practice habits, and skill development.
- Teach guitar fundamentals, technique, and repertoire with a structured approach tailored to each student's pace.
- Perform with bands and ensembles supporting Christian artists and churches during live and recorded projects.
- Handle guitar setup and repair work to keep instruments playable, accurate, and ready for performance.
Business Director
NEW LIFE ASSEMBLY OF GOD CHURCH
Janesville, WI
01.2022 - 01.2023
- Directed operations for a congregation of 650 members, 3 properties, 20 acres, and $20M in assets while maintaining mission-aligned execution.
- Managed annual revenue of up to $600K through budget oversight, accounts payable and receivable, and tax compliance.
- Led and mentored a team of 6 pastoral staff and 2 administrative staff to support daily operations and organizational goals.
- Recommended optimization of $500K+ in savings funds through certificate-of-deposit investments to strengthen cash management.
- Processed payroll for a staff of 8 and reconciled credit card expenses to keep records accurate and current.
- Managed records, correspondence, scheduling, and travel arrangements for visiting pastors and missionaries.
- Advised church leadership on strategic plans and reported financial results to the Board of Directors.
Owner
THE COMPTON AGENCY
Easley, SC
01.2008 - 01.2019
- Established and maintained contracts with 15+ leading insurance providers, expanding product access and supporting tailored client solutions.
- Built and managed daily agency operations, overseeing insurance sales, client service, and overall workflow across the business.
- Drove sales growth through referrals, networking, cold calling, and community outreach that expanded the agency's client base.
- Advised clients on Medicare, Medicare Advantage, the Affordable Care Act, and policy selection aligned to financial and personal needs.
- Managed budgets, monitored profitability, and collaborated with underwriting to secure policy approvals and maintain sound financial oversight.
Acting Branch Manager
REGIONS BANK
Munford, TN
01.2005 - 01.2007
- Led a $12.5M bank branch, balancing daily operations, sales initiatives, and service standards.
- Managed a team of 4 tellers and a loan officer through hiring, training, and scheduling.
- Secured a $20M loan for a Walmart construction project by presenting the opportunity to leadership.
- Directed branch sales strategies across checking, savings, credit cards, CDs, and loan products.
- Coached staff on sales techniques, client needs assessments, and cross-selling to expand relationships.
- Managed cash handling, audits, and transaction controls to maintain accuracy and regulatory compliance.
- Resolved escalated customer concerns and represented the branch through chamber meetings and charity sponsorships.
Manager
SOUTHERN CONNECTOR TOLL ROAD
Greenville, SC
01.2019
- Managed smooth administrative operations for an auxiliary interstate toll highway serving approximately 15K vehicles monthly.
- Oversaw control room office operations, maintaining financial and personnel records, executing policies, and supporting compliance requirements.
- Directed a team of up to 12 toll collectors, providing guidance and fostering a collaborative work environment.
- Collected and secured funds daily, then reconciled revenue records and operational expenses.
- Established employee schedules, maintained records and timesheets, and generated payroll support.
- Maintained equipment and applied regulatory requirements across toll operations.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Music
SOUTHEASTERN UNIVERSITY
Lakeland, FL12-2002
Skills
- Team leadership
- Verbal and written communication
- Performance management
- Operational planning
- Work instruction development
- Quality inspection
- Team supervision
- Process improvement
- Scheduling workflow management
Timeline
GUITAR & MUSIC TEACHER, PAID MEMBER OF BANDS & ENSEMBLES, GUITAR SET-UP & REPAIR “ LUTHIER”
Self-employeed
01.2023 - Current
Business Director
NEW LIFE ASSEMBLY OF GOD CHURCH
01.2022 - 01.2023
Manager
SOUTHERN CONNECTOR TOLL ROAD
01.2019
Owner
THE COMPTON AGENCY
01.2008 - 01.2019
Acting Branch Manager
REGIONS BANK
01.2005 - 01.2007
Bachelor of Science - Music
SOUTHEASTERN UNIVERSITY