Jared Margulies
Nashville,TN
Summary
Versatile musician and Guitar Instructor with extensive experience in live performance, studio recording, and music education across multiple levels. Demonstrated expertise in guitar sales, product specialization, and social media content creation. Bringing strong skills in lesson planning, customer service, and technical support to foster musical growth and customer satisfaction.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Freelance Musician
Jared Lee
03.2015 - Current
- I work as a freelance musician for artists, recording sessions, music instruction, and tours. Ranging from local to national acts.
- Provide electric guitar and acoustic guitar as primary instruments
- Composer and arranger skills
Guitar Instructor & Band Director
Young Musicians Unite - Wynwood School of Music
10.2023 - 08.2024
- Provided guitar instruction to students of varying age and skill levels (beginner to advanced).
- Developed lesson curriculum based on student skill level.
- Preparing students for recitals and performances.
- Running classroom discussions
- Young Musicians Unite was middle school band classes and Wynwood School of Music was private 1 on 1 lessons as well as band directing for recitals.
Guitar Sales Associate and Social Media Content
Walt Grace Vintage Cars & Guitars
10.2022 - 11.2023
- I was a guitar and vintage guitar associate.
- My responsibilities were to help customers enjoy the experience of Walt Grace Vintage.
- Share knowledge and sell our guitars (new, used, vintage) and other guitar related gear.
- Published content that aligned with Walt Grace to build connections and encourage positive action.
- Connected with current and prospective customers, actively replying to messages, calls, and emails.
- Demoing guitar related gear on YouTube and Instagram channels for Walt Grace Vintage.
Product Specialist
Mesa Boogie
10.2020 - 03.2022
- I was a product specialist for Mesa Boogie and Gibson gear including guitars, amplifiers for guitar and bass, effect pedals, and pro audio devices.
- I was also responsible for customer service and receiving/shipping products.
- Reviewed customer orders for accuracy in pricing, quantity and terms.
- Provided technical support to customers during pre-sales process as well as post-sales process.
- Installed and performed minor repairs to guitar gear.
Guitar Instructor & Band Director
School of Rock
03.2019 - 10.2020
- Explained and demonstrated guitar techniques. I was teaching students ages 8- 40 (ranging from beginner to advanced level).
- Prepared students for performances and assessments.
- Initiated, facilitated, and moderate classroom discussions, performances, and private lessons.
- Our lessons consisted of technique, song learning, music theory, reading notation, and ear training.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Guitar Performance
Musicians Institute
Los Angeles, CA09.2021
Skills
- Guitar proficiency
- Teaching experience
- Performance Experience
- Studio recording experience
- Songwriting Abilities
- Music Theory
- Strong attention to detail
- Team Leadership
- Project Management
- Lesson Planning
- Customer Service
- Problem-Solving
References
- Zach Larmer - Owner at Young Musicians Unite & Wynwood School of Music, (610) 996-1437
- Vince Castillo - Operations Manager at Walt Grace Vintage, (787) 587-0063
- Dinesh Lekhraj - Product Content Manager at Gibson Brands/Mesa Boogie, (818) 331-0263
- Justin Salmons - General Manager at School of Rock West LA, (469) 358-3962
- Ken Rosser - Guitar Instructor at Musicians Institute, (626) 222-4119
Timeline
Guitar Instructor & Band Director
Young Musicians Unite - Wynwood School of Music
10.2023 - 08.2024
Guitar Sales Associate and Social Media Content
Walt Grace Vintage Cars & Guitars
10.2022 - 11.2023
Product Specialist
Mesa Boogie
10.2020 - 03.2022
Guitar Instructor & Band Director
School of Rock
03.2019 - 10.2020
Freelance Musician
Jared Lee
03.2015 - Current
Bachelor of Arts - Guitar Performance
Musicians Institute