James Trujillo
San Jose,CA
Summary
Recital instructor working with children to create a helpful and uplifting environment while teaching core values and foundational skills within the theater space. Track record at Children's Musical Theater San Jose for 4 years helping to create a space where kids can learn and thrive from excellent teachers. Worked with Sound and Lighting equipment for two separate companies ensuring performances for each show could run smoothly and without issue.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Instructor
Children's Musical Theater San Jose
02.2025 - Current
- Evaluated and revised lesson plans and course content to achieve student-centered learning.
- Optimized learning plans based on student performance and feedback.
- Observed and adopted new techniques from skilled instructors and lecturers.
- Taught a 10-week Theater Recital program dedicated to creating a small play production while teaching and reinforcing foundational skills in the theater world.
Actor
Gilroy Gardens Family Theme Park
11.2024 - 12.2024
- Delivered unique and compelling performances on stage
- Managed all sound and lighting based equipment relating to my show.
- Learned scripts and participated in rehearsals to hone down my character and how to present them.
- Applied techniques, using sense memory, character analysis and script analysis to bring characters to life.
- Received positive audience feedback in various theatrical shows.
Teacher's Assistant
Children's Musical Theater San Jose
09.2024 - 12.2024
- Supported classroom activities, tutoring, and reviewing work.
- Tutored struggling students individually and in small groups to reinforce learning concepts.
- Partnered with instructor to reinforce core values and foundational skills.
- Mentored and tutored individual students needing additional help.
Sound Engineer
Castillo's Hillside Shire Winery
08.2024 - 09.2024
- Controlled microphones, sound levels and outputs to produce high-quality sound for audience members.
- Maintained and repaired sound equipment.
- Regulated volume level and sound quality during performances
- Castillo's Winery put up a small play production on their property and I acted as their Sound Engineer
Camp Counselor
Children's Musical Theater San Jose
06.2024 - 08.2024
- Led groups of children safely through variety of camp activities.
- Worked with children of varying age, interest, skill, and developmental levels.
- Collaborated with other camp counselors to design fun and enriching learning activities for campers.
- Engaged with campers ensuring everyone was active and enjoying the different activities throughout the day.
Camp Counselor
Children's Musical Theater San Jose
06.2023 - 08.2023
- Led groups of children safely through variety of camp activities.
- Worked with children of varying age, interest, skill, and developmental levels.
- Collaborated with other camp counselors to design fun and enriching learning activities for campers.
- Engaged with campers ensuring everyone was active and enjoying the different activities throughout the day.
Education
High School Diploma -
Saratoga Prospect High School
18900 Prospect Road, Saratoga, CA 95070-3435. 06-2024
Skills
- Theatrical instruction
- Learning skills development
- Attendance monitoring
- Education assessments
- Manage Sound & Lighting Equipment
- Classroom management techniques
Timeline
Instructor
Children's Musical Theater San Jose
02.2025 - Current
Actor
Gilroy Gardens Family Theme Park
11.2024 - 12.2024
Teacher's Assistant
Children's Musical Theater San Jose
09.2024 - 12.2024
Sound Engineer
Castillo's Hillside Shire Winery
08.2024 - 09.2024
Camp Counselor
Children's Musical Theater San Jose
06.2024 - 08.2024
Camp Counselor
Children's Musical Theater San Jose
06.2023 - 08.2023
High School Diploma -
Saratoga Prospect High School
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