Darrius Swain
Lincoln,AL
Summary
Dynamic leader with a proven track record at Talladega College, enhancing band performance and student participation through expert musical direction and innovative rehearsal planning. Excelled in ensemble management, securing numerous awards and effectively managing budgets. Known for exceptional teamwork and communication, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and student success.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Interim Director Of Bands
Talladega College
10.2024 - Current
- Organized successful fundraising campaigns to support program needs such as instrument purchases, travel expenses, and competition fees.
- Conducted regular assessments of student progress using both formative and summative evaluation techniques.
- Elevated band performance quality by implementing rigorous rehearsal techniques and high standards.
- Collaborated with faculty and staff to integrate interdisciplinary arts education into the curriculum.
- Coordinated band events to, workshops, masterclasses, or other relevant cultural experiences for student enrichment.
- Managed budgetary responsibilities for department resources, ensuring effective allocation of funds for equipment, music, and events.
- Promoted a positive learning environment by fostering open communication between students, parents, colleagues, and administration.
- Led band ensembles to numerous regional, state, and national awards in competitions, festivals, and parades.
- Increased student participation in the band program through targeted recruiting efforts and community outreach initiatives.
- Developed comprehensive lesson plans to improve musicianship and technical skills among band members.
Associate Director of Bands
Talladega College
01.2022 - Current
- Assisted senior leadership in managing all aspects of operations of the band
- Fostered a culture of continuous improvement by encouraging staff to share innovative ideas and providing resources for professional development.
- Established team priorities, maintained schedules and monitored performance.
- Trained and developed department leaders and management staff for specific projects and ongoing operational needs.
- Oversaw annual budget planning processes, ensuring financial goals were met while maintaining optimal resource allocation across departments.
Asstiant Director of Bands
Talladega College
01.2016 - Current
- Managed budgetary responsibilities for department resources, ensuring effective allocation of funds for equipment, music, and events.
- Elevated band performance quality by implementing rigorous rehearsal techniques and high standards.
- Implemented innovative pedagogical methods to enhance musicianship skills among students of various levels of experience.
- Promoted a positive learning environment by fostering open communication between students, parents, colleagues, and administration.
Education
Music Performance - Music
Talladega College
Talladega, AL12-2015
High School Diploma -
Mt.Zion High School
Jonesboro, GA05-2008
Skills
- Musical direction
- Rehearsal planning
- Ensemble management
- Sight-reading mastery
- Recruitment strategies
- Fundraising
- Budget administration
- Student mentorship
- Student motivation
- Music history
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Effective communication
- Curriculum design
- Audition preparation
- Song selection expert
- Teamwork
- Problem-solving abilities
- Attention to detail
- Time management
- Problem-solving
- Organizational skills
- Excellent communication
- Reliability
- Decision-making
Affiliations
- Kapp Kappa Psi National Band Fraternity Inc
- Mu Phi Sigma National Percussion Fraternity Inc
- Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity Inc
Timeline
Interim Director Of Bands
Talladega College
10.2024 - Current
Associate Director of Bands
Talladega College
01.2022 - Current
Asstiant Director of Bands
Talladega College
01.2016 - Current
Music Performance - Music
Talladega College
High School Diploma -
Mt.Zion High School
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