Jakob Witkosky
Diamond,OH
Summary
Demonstrates strong analytical, communication, and teamwork skills, with proven ability to quickly adapt to new environments. Eager to contribute to team success and further develop professional skills. Brings positive attitude and commitment to continuous learning and growth.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Percussionist
122nd Ohio Army National Guard Band
03.2021 - Current
- Basic drills, percussionist
- Rank SGT E-5 (leadership responsibilities and roles)
- Supply team duties
- Rock Band Musical Performance Team
- Collaborated to rehearse and execute live performances, while managing equipment logistics
Co-owner and co-founder
DJ Wit, DJ Services
10.2018 - Current
- Customer service with clients and attendees
- Prepare playlists
- Equipment set up & maintenance
Substitute Teacher
Southeast Local Schools
01.2024 - 06.2026
- Taught students, grades 5-12
- Various subjects (primarily band, choir, physical education)
Drumline Instructor
Barberton High School
08.2021 - 12.2024
- Equipment manager
- Worked directly with percussion students, grades 8-12
- Established marching fundamentals, stretches, and workouts for heavy equipment
- Part time (camp only - 1 year), Full time (marching band seasonal - 2 years)
Bouncer, Bar Back, Bartender
Dusty Armadillo
10.2021 - 07.2026
Ice Cream Scooper, cashier
Vance's Carriage House Creamery
05.2020 - 12.2022
- Ice Cream Scooper, cashier, set up and closing
Teaching Assistant
Southeast High School
09.2019 - 03.2020
- Taught various music theory lessons prepared by the HS director
- Tutored music theory students individually
- Conducted high school jazz band
- Mentored underclassmen on OMEA solos/ensembles
Education
Bachelors of Music - Music Education/Music
Kent State University
Kent, OH12-2026
High School Diploma -
Southeast High School
Ravenna, OH06-2020
Skills
- Familiar with music programs/applications (Musescore, Logic Pro, Spotify)
- Percussion maintenance
- Fixing hardware/Basic repairs
- Foundational knowledge of instruments (percussion, piano, guitar, bass, brass wind instruments, woodwind instruments, harmonica, voice)
- Music theory
- Hand-eye coordination
- Team leadership
- Relationship building
- Self-motivation/high morale
Other Musical Experiences
- Concert percussionist for vintage band
- Guitarist for personal rock band
- Member of All Ohio State Fair Band
- Several Honors bands (participating and helping coordinate)
- Multiple unique performances with Kent State Percussion Studio
- Kent State Marching Band
Accomplishments
- Graduated from AIT at the US Army School of Music
- Army Commendation Medal
- Kentucky National Guard Merit Award
- Kent State University, Merit Scholarship
- Kent State University, College of Music Scholarship
- Various other high school scholarships awarded
- AOSFB Cardinal Band Honor Band
Timeline
Substitute Teacher
Southeast Local Schools
01.2024 - 06.2026
Bouncer, Bar Back, Bartender
Dusty Armadillo
10.2021 - 07.2026
Drumline Instructor
Barberton High School
08.2021 - 12.2024
Percussionist
122nd Ohio Army National Guard Band
03.2021 - Current
Ice Cream Scooper, cashier
Vance's Carriage House Creamery
05.2020 - 12.2022
Teaching Assistant
Southeast High School
09.2019 - 03.2020
Co-owner and co-founder
DJ Wit, DJ Services
10.2018 - Current
Bachelors of Music - Music Education/Music
Kent State University
High School Diploma -
Southeast High School