Griffin Kaufield
Seattle,WA
Summary
Adaptable guitarist with advanced training in performance, recording, and editing. Experienced in ensemble collaboration, solo performance, and equipment setup. Known for problem-solving, calm under pressure, and a positive attitude in fast-paced music settings.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Guitar Performance Training
Berkelee School of Music
08.2026 - 08.2026
- Fast paced, college environment learning new ways to perform guitar including extensive training within blues and jazz performance.
- Performed for audiences within an ensemble setting with musicians from all over the country.
- Collaborated on songs, trained with advanced instructors to elevate knowledge and skill at an advanced level for recording.
- Learned how to record and edit performances.
- Participated in concerts, seminars, and talks from experts in the field of guitar performance.
Music Performance Training
Los Angeles School Of Music
06.2026 - 06.2026
- Lead Guitarist in a band that collaborated on songs and performed for an audience.
- Performed solos on several songs, working to improve the quality and content of the band's body of work.
- Provided leadership to keep the band on task, keep the pacing of the songs, and to provide suggestions for improvements within a college environment.
- Worked with musicians and singers from all over the world.
Volunteer
Hoops For Life
07.2025 - 07.2025
- Coached second and third graders how to play basketball and work as a team.
- Leadership training to mentor and guide elementary school level students on developing life skills.
Volunteer
University of Washington, Huskies Stadium
10.2024 - 11.2024
- Responsible for raising funds for our basketball team by cleaning all of the seats at the football stadium for the University.
- Productive, thorough cleaning of all areas prior to game time, working many hours at a time.
- Teamwork to ensure proper completion.
Band Performance Training
School of Rock
06.2019 - 12.2022
- Learned how to play acoustic & electric guitar and bass guitar.
- Participated in weekly private sessions, several genre themed camps, and performance band.
- Developed skills to record and edit videos and sound as a part of a remote band during Covid with final productions of music video compliations.
- Active member of a band performing guitar solos and often lead guitarist.
- Responsible for tuning, stage set up, microphones, and amplifier sound.
Education
High School Diploma -
West Seattle High School
Seattle06-2028
Skills
- Friendly, positive attitude
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Master Music Historian, Genre Expert
- Problem-solving
- Leadership
- Music theory
- Equipment maintenance & set up
- DAWS expert, Logic & Garage Band
- Calm under pressure
Timeline
Guitar Performance Training
Berkelee School of Music
08.2026 - 08.2026
Music Performance Training
Los Angeles School Of Music
06.2026 - 06.2026
Volunteer
Hoops For Life
07.2025 - 07.2025
Volunteer
University of Washington, Huskies Stadium
10.2024 - 11.2024
Band Performance Training
School of Rock
06.2019 - 12.2022
High School Diploma -
West Seattle High School