Garrett Russell
Richmond,VA
Summary
Professional Musician with extensive performance experience and understanding of music theory, and history. Self-motivated with dedication and proven to work independently and collaboratively. Thrive in fast-paced, deadline-driven environments. Business-minded and personable in consistently maintaining excellent communication and building productive relationships with diverse professionals.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Live Sound Engineer
Baripete Productions/Freelance
Richmond, VA
03.2020 - Current
- Collaborated with producers and performers to determine and achieve desired sound for productions.
- Captured and recorded audio using standard field audio equipment.
- Prepared for recording sessions by selecting and setting up microphones.
- Regulated volume level and sound quality during recording sessions.
- Operated sound consoles and managed audio content through effective mixing and editing.
- Set up and broke down sound board, speakers, microphones at each event.
- Performed sound quality checks and front-of-house mixing during live events
Freelance Musician
Self
Richmond, United States
01.2016 - Current
- Selected appropriate pieces to meet performance needs and showcase skills.
- Scheduled rehearsals with other musicians and choirs.
- Composed and taught Many Rock and Fusion musical pieces.
- Taught private Guitar, Bass and Drum lessons for beginner students.
- Practiced 20+ hours per week to maintain and improve technical skills.
- Performed in hundreds of shows.
- Accompanied morning worship services on Guitar as part of worship team.
- Repaired broken strings and other instrument issues.
Line Cook
Va BBQ
Richmond, VA
04.2015 - 12.2021
- Created identical dishes numerous times daily with consistent care, attention to detail and quality.
- Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
- Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction and repeat business.
- Maintained well-stocked stations with supplies and spices for maximum productivity.
- Instructed new staff in proper food preparation, storage, use of kitchen equipment and sanitation.
Education
High School Diploma -
Glen Allen High School
Glen Allen, VA05.2013
Skills
- Extensive performance background
- Optimizing sound
- Arranging music
- Experience as Instructor/Music Mentor for younger Musicians
- Studio recording experience
- Live performances
- Music Theory
- Improvising
- Original songwriter
- Sound engineering
Timeline
Live Sound Engineer
Baripete Productions/Freelance
03.2020 - Current
Freelance Musician
Self
01.2016 - Current
Line Cook
Va BBQ
04.2015 - 12.2021
High School Diploma -
Glen Allen High School