James Cottingham
Midland,GA
Summary
Versatile Professional Musician recognized for ability to produce high-quality musical performances with efficiency and creativity. Specialize in composition, arrangement, and instrumental proficiency, seamlessly integrating these skills to deliver captivating musical experiences. Excel in collaboration, adaptability, and communication, ensuring smooth project execution and audience engagement.
Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
An organized and motivated individual, eager to utilize time management and organizational skills across diverse settings. Seeking entry-level opportunities to enhance abilities while contributing to company growth.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Professional Musician
Metropolitan Baptist church.
Columbus, Georgia
08.2022 - Current
- Observed choral leaders or prompters for cues or directions in vocal presentation.
- Transposed music to alternate keys to fit individual styles or purposes.
- Memorized routines by following printed text or musical notations.
- Expressed musical themes through tempo, phrasing and dynamics.
- Attending all practices and requires services
- showing up to all practices and services on time
- Being prepared to play each musical peice competently and well
- Applied knowledge of harmony, melody and voice production to individualize presentations and maintain audience interest.
- Researched genres and well-known performers to create inspiring, memorable performances.
- Provided accompaniment for church choirs and other musicians participating in worship.
- Played instruments for variety of religious services.
- Being able to cover and substitute for another musician if needed
Omega Lamplighter
Omega lamplighters of Columbus georgia
Columbus, GA
03.2023 - 07.2024
- Volunteering at community events across Columbus Georgia
- Executing projects that provide for the less fortunate
- Acting as a role model to peers to set an example of maturity and responsibility
- Learning effective skills in communication and speaking necessary for public interaction
- Collaborated with other volunteers to create a positive work environment.
- Assisted with fundraising efforts, including event planning and donor outreach.
- Attended weekly meetings to discuss progress and future initiatives.
- Provided guidance and support to fellow volunteers during their shifts.
- Followed directions from supervisors and completed tasks within appropriate timeframe.
- Helped with prep, set up, and breakdown of community and public events.
- Built partnerships with related organizations to develop support and gain greater attention for important issues.
- Worked closely with disabled or impoverished individuals to locate helpful financial resources and community programs.
Education
High School Diploma -
Northisde Highschool
Columbus, GA05-2024
Skills
- Reliable professionalism
- Skilled in composition
- Effective communication techniques
- Versatile performance styles
- Ta
- Verbal and written communication
- Customer interaction
- Strong teamwork
- Basic math
- Cash handling
- Strong numeracy
- Customer satisfaction
- Customer focus
- Calm demeanor
- Customer service
- Customer inquiries
- Patience and composure
- Conflict resolution
Timeline
Omega Lamplighter
Omega lamplighters of Columbus georgia
03.2023 - 07.2024
Professional Musician
Metropolitan Baptist church.
08.2022 - Current
High School Diploma -
Northisde Highschool