Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
wrote, recorded, mixed, and self released an album with over half a million streams
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Harrison Gordon

Normal,IL

Summary

Confident and proficient musician skilled in range of instruments, with special talents for indie and rock. Excels with different music genres and experienced in both live and recorded performances. Enthusiastic about collaborating and developing sounds. Hardworking Musician with solid audio and production background. Delivers performances with skill and dedication. Successful learning new musical pieces quickly and accurately to maximize contribution to group success.

Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Excellent communicator with sharp interpersonal skills to gain long-term relationships with artists and strategic partners.

Overview

2
2
years of professional experience

Work History

Touring Musician

Freelance
05.2023 - Current
  • Built networks with local musicians to provide support for gigs and events.
  • Wrote and arranged original compositions for live music performances.
  • Repaired broken strings and other instrument issues.
  • Promoted musical career by maintaining website or social media presence.
  • Scheduled rehearsals with other musicians and choirs.
  • Played various instruments professionally, including guitar, piano and drums.
  • Managed online booking inquiries and assisted guests and travel partners with questions throughout entire booking cycle.
  • Met with industry connections to discuss opportunities and advocated for clients well-suited for specific work.


Stage Hand

Free Lance
06.2022 - Current
  • Stored, loaded and unloaded set pieces and technical equipment for daily performances.
  • Worked with stage technicians set up and calibrate lighting, microphones and recording equipment.
  • Constructed and decorated set pieces and props per design specifications.
  • Assisted in all technical and practical effect setup for Different kinds of performances and broke down all equipment at close of each show.
  • Maintained schedules, managed deadlines, and interfaced with teammates to support production activities.

Stage Hand

Castle Theatre
09.2021 - Current
  • Stored, loaded and unloaded set pieces and technical equipment for daily performances.
  • Worked with stage technicians set up and calibrate lighting, microphones and recording equipment.
  • Constructed and decorated set pieces and props per design specifications.
  • Assisted in all technical and practical effect setup for Musical performances and broke down all equipment at close of each show.
  • Developed and maintained successful relationships with media professionals.

Merchandise Associate

Castle Theatre
09.2021 - Current


  • Answered customer questions regarding merchandise, department information, and pricing.
  • Organized merchandise racks and displays to promote and maintain visually appealing environments.
  • communicated with outside teams in effective ways with short time frames
  • accounted all funds accurately in a timely manor on a nightly basis


Education

Bachelor of Arts - Creative Technology: Music Production

Illinois State University
Normal, IL
05.2024

Skills

  • Technical Competency
  • Technical Proficiency
  • Stage Setup
  • Physical Strength
  • Sound Systems
  • Safety Code
  • Team Collaboration
  • Relationship Building
  • Detail Oriented
  • Contract Evaluation
  • Schedule Creation
  • Mixing Skills
  • Sound Engineering
  • Live Performances

Accomplishments

  • Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets for online and in person merch orders
  • wrote, tracked, produced, and self released an album with over half a million listens.
  • produced music or other Artists in a timely manner with attention to detail and current trends in mixing and production
  • ran sound for over 100 concerts both professional and independent.


wrote, recorded, mixed, and self released an album with over half a million streams

The Yuppies Are Winning: Worked on through 2022 and 2023, Released independently in July 2023 and received positive feedback and reception from industry musician and producers. 

Timeline

Touring Musician

Freelance
05.2023 - Current

Stage Hand

Free Lance
06.2022 - Current

Stage Hand

Castle Theatre
09.2021 - Current

Merchandise Associate

Castle Theatre
09.2021 - Current

Bachelor of Arts - Creative Technology: Music Production

Illinois State University
Harrison Gordon