David McKelvey
Tempe,Arizona
Summary
Extremely motivated by challenging problem-solving situations and delivering highest possible customer service. My competitive nature will not allow me to deliver a performance that is "just good enough".
Experienced with team leadership and operational management. Utilizes effective communication and motivational skills to drive team performance and achieve organizational and professional goals.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Bass Section Leader
Christ Church Of The Ascension
Paradise Valley, AZ
03.2025 - Current
- Mentored team members, contributing to their professional growth while enhancing team performance overall.
- Communicated between upper management and team members to facilitate quality outcomes.
- Utilized time management to effectively deliver our team's performance.
Opera Chorus Member
Arizona Opera
Phoenix, AZ
02.2025 - Current
- Demonstrated adaptability by quickly learning new material.
- Adhered to strict rehearsal schedules, demonstrating professionalism and commitment to meeting production deadlines.
- Developed dependability, learning and appreciating the value of commitment in the professional world.
Bass Section Leader
Saint Thomas Episcopal Church
Houston, TX
10.2020 - 05.2022
- Sang in weekly rehearsals and services to hone personal musical skills and lead the community in worship
- Responsible for other choir members learning music and holding them to fulfill commitments to the choir
- Hosted and communicated with several guest choirs and soloists, facilitating combined performances
Education
Bachelor of Science - Marketing
W. P. Carey School of Business, Arizona State University
Tempe, AZ05.2026
Skills
- Team Leadership
- Attention to Detail
- Time Management
- Motivational Leadership
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Reliability
- Organizational Skills
- Stage performance
- Public Speaking
Accomplishments
Offered and performed, to critical acclaim, a principle role in the opera The Magic Flute during my Junior year. Significant principle roles are rarely offered to undergraduates.
LEADERSHIP EXPERIENCE
Bass Section Leader, Concert Choir, Arizona State University August 2022 – Present Expanded on previous choral experiences, progressing my vocal career, as well as helping others develop musically Participated in multiple outreach concerts, going to venues to spread the joy of music with upcoming college students Communicated with other choirs and symphonies at a collegiate level to facilitate top-tier performance Canticum Bassum, Active Member, Arizona State University August 2023 – Present Officer of Social Outreach and Marketing (September 2018 – May 2019) Asked to be the Officer of Social Outreach for the men’s ensemble Canticum Bassum, gaining more musical responsibilities and the duty to grow and market the choir to others, both online and offline.
Timeline
Bass Section Leader
Christ Church Of The Ascension
03.2025 - Current
Opera Chorus Member
Arizona Opera
02.2025 - Current
Bass Section Leader
Saint Thomas Episcopal Church
10.2020 - 05.2022
Bachelor of Science - Marketing
W. P. Carey School of Business, Arizona State University
Hobbies and Interests
Tabletop Roleplaying Games, such as Dungeons and Dragons
Professional E-sports Player
Ranked within the 1% of a competitive fighting game league nationwide.