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Everett Lethem

Claremont,CA

Summary

Musician and carpenter apprentice with a track record of exploring musical styles and executing custom carpentry projects. Working with the Mellownotes and Jetsun Penkalski, gained expansive proficiency in music and general carpentry, demonstrating strong and empassioned collaboration abilities and a keen eye for detail. Achieved artistically strong performances and high-quality craftsmanship, significantly enhancing project outcomes and audience enjoyment.

Overview

2
2
years of professional experience

Work History

Musician

Mellownotes
03.2024 - Current
  • Formed an independent jazz ensemble with other students from the Claremont High School Jazz Program and began playing gigs
  • Expanded musical repertoire through exploration of diverse genres, styles, and techniques.
  • Collaborated with fellow musicians for seamless performances and increased audience engagement.
  • Scheduled rehearsals with other musicians and singers.
  • Played various instruments professionally, including guitar and bass.
  • Became more artistically literate and well versed in musical and artistic expression.
  • Learned to organize and work with employers and venues to deliver their desired result
  • Performed in 12 shows.
  • Mentored and collaborated with upcoming musicians through workshops and rehearsals, fostering their passion for music.
  • Repaired broken strings and other instrument issues.

Carpenter Apprentice

Jetsun Penkalski
06.2022 - 08.2023
  • Safely transported and delivered delicate items such as pieces of artwork, used books, materials used for art projects, and antiques
  • Monitored tool and equipment condition and arranged repairs.
  • Oversaw and executed projects such as building a new deck, new walls, and maintaining of existing wooden structures.
  • Assisted with movement of materials and equipment to job sites.
  • Completed installations of building structures, trim, flooring, and cabinetry.
  • Checked measurements and completed accurate cuts to prevent materials waste and maintain cost controls.
  • Built flooring, window frames and countertops according to custom carpentry project specifications.
  • Kept job site cleaned up properly and all debris disposed of in respective containers.
  • Brainstormed projects and outlined when and where a constructions such and sheds, boat supports, hangers would come together.
  • Gained excellent teamwork and listening experience following directions of a senior carpenter.
  • Assisted clients in developing their vision for a project and putting the developed plan into action

Education

High School Diploma -

Claremont High School
Claremont, CA
06.2025

Skills

  • Collaboration Abilities
  • Guitar proficiency
  • Problem-solving
  • Strong attention to detail
  • Heavy Lifting
  • General carpentry

Timeline

Musician

Mellownotes
03.2024 - Current

Carpenter Apprentice

Jetsun Penkalski
06.2022 - 08.2023

High School Diploma -

Claremont High School
Everett Lethem