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Derrick L. Smith-Clark AKA (Slick Guruzee)

Derrick L. Smith-Clark AKA (Slick Guruzee)

Los Angeles ,CA

Summary

Professional Musician, clothing designer and entrepreneur with extensive recording and production experience and deep understanding of music theory, notation and history. Self-motivated with dedication and proven to work independently and collaboratively with like-minded individuals. Thrive in fast-paced, deadline-driven environments. Business-minded and personable in consistently maintaining excellent communication and building productive relationships with diverse professionals.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience

Work History

Artist/Producer

Slick Guruzee LLC
Los Angeles
05.2020 - Current
  • Writes and performs rap music.
  • Creating original songs that are catchy, entertaining, and unique.
  • Live performances,
  • Using poetic devices to achieve auditory effects through lyrics.
  • Producing beats to use as backing tracks using digital audio workstations such as Protools and FL studio.
  • Pairing lyrics with background music and sound effects.
  • Recording music to distribute online or at performances.
  • Identified potential marketing opportunities to increase brand awareness.
  • Utilized social media, email and web to engage target audience and promote Slick Guruzee (marketing).

Audio Engineer

1708 Studios
Los Angeles , CA
03.2020 - Current
  • Mixed and mastered vocal arrangements and music compositions, and optimized songs and albums.
  • Set up, maintained and operated audio recording equipment and performed troubleshooting and audio system breakdown.
  • Collaborated with clients to determine project scopes and set milestones.
  • Separated instruments, vocals and peripheral sounds and mixed during post-production stage.
  • Prepared for recording sessions by selecting and setting up microphones.
  • Enhanced sound quality and added various sound effects to recordings.
  • Relationship building with clients.

Clothing Designer

Guruzee LLC
Los Angeles, CA
09.2020 - Current
  • Worked with technical design and product management to provide accurate and complete design packages.
  • Designed sampling displays to enhance consumer interest.
  • Negotiated with vendors to reach ideal product distribution channels and pricing.
  • Followed market trends and research to establish innovative product offerings for consumers.
  • Developed exciting seasonal merchandise assortments to improve category diversity.
  • Worked with photographers and stylists to showcase products for optimal visibility.
  • Manufactured clothing using different techniques such as embroidery, silk-screening and vinyl.

Volunteer Afer-School Teacher

Keys AmeriCorps
Pittsburgh, PA
07.2019 - 07.2020
  • Created daily educational lesson plans and activities for students.
  • Established open communication and positive relationships with students, parents, peers and administrative staff.
  • Disciplined students who engaged in cheating, plagiarism or other wrongdoing.
  • Assessed and improved lesson plans through implementation and experimentation.
  • Developed communicative relationships with students and parents to support learning.
  • Worked one-on-one with students to determine strengths, weaknesses and learning patterns.
  • Maintained positive and professional classroom environment throughout school year.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Music Production

Full Sail University
Winter Park, FL
09.2024

Skills

  • Music Composition
  • Leadership
  • ProTools
  • Web Design
  • Microsoft Office
  • Adobe PhotoShop
  • Video Editing
  • Content Creation
  • FL Studio
  • Studio One
  • Clothing Manufacturing
  • Audience Engagement
  • Vocal Arrangements
  • Music History
  • Memorizing Lyrics
  • Studio Recording
  • Mixing Skills
  • Social Media Monitoring
  • Project Requirements
  • Flexible and Adaptable
  • Conflict Resolution
  • Self-Motivated

Timeline

Clothing Designer

Guruzee LLC
09.2020 - Current

Artist/Producer

Slick Guruzee LLC
05.2020 - Current

Audio Engineer

1708 Studios
03.2020 - Current

Volunteer Afer-School Teacher

Keys AmeriCorps
07.2019 - 07.2020

Bachelor of Arts - Music Production

Full Sail University
Derrick L. Smith-Clark AKA (Slick Guruzee)