Jason Morris
Professional
Columbus,OH
Summary
Dynamic and accomplished professional musician with a proven track record excelling in audience engagement and collaborative songwriting. Skilled in music composition and sound engineering, I foster artistic innovation while delivering exceptional performances that resonate emotionally with diverse audiences. Committed to enhancing visibility through effective marketing strategies. While also in restaurant industry, Iv learned to engage with people in various backgrounds and have a desire to be pleasant and polite at all times.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Professional Musician
Self Employed Writer
01.2013 - Current
- Composed and arranged original music for various projects, enhancing artistic expression and creativity.
- Performed live at multiple venues, engaging audiences and showcasing musical talent.
- Collaborated with other musicians to create diverse soundscapes, fostering teamwork and innovation.
- Developed marketing strategies to promote performances, increasing visibility and audience reach.
- Managed all aspects of recording sessions, ensuring high-quality audio production and efficiency.
- Mentored aspiring musicians by providing guidance on technique and performance skills.
Server
Movie Tavern at Mill Run
04.2008 - 02.2013
- Cultivated warm relationships with regular customers.
- Performed opening and closing duties, ensuring the dining area was prepared for seamless service transitions.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by promptly attending to their needs and providing personalized service.
- Maintained a clean and orderly dining area and theaters for an enjoyable guest experience.
- Provided attentive service during high-volume periods without sacrificing attention to detail or guest rapport.
- Bussed and reset tables to keep theaters and work areas clean.
- Addressed customer complaints or concerns professionally, ensuring swift resolution and maintaining positive relationships.
- Assisted in training new hires, providing guidance on theater standards and best practices.
Server
Genji Japanese Steakhouse And Asian Cuisine
03.2012 - 01.2013
- Delivered exceptional customer service in fast-paced dining environment.
- Collaborated with kitchen staff to ensure timely meal preparation and delivery.
- Managed customer orders accurately using point-of-sale systems.
- Trained new servers on menu items, service standards, and operational procedures.
- Oversaw daily operations to maintain cleanliness and organization of dining area.
- Resolved customer complaints promptly, enhancing overall dining experience and satisfaction.
- Implemented efficient workflow processes to optimize table turnover rates during peak hours.
- Mentored junior staff, fostering teamwork and improving service quality across the team.
- Demonstrated strong multitasking skills by managing multiple tables simultaneously without compromising service quality.
- Served food and beverages promptly with focused attention to customer needs.
- Worked with POS system to place orders, manage bills, and handle complimentary items.
- Collaborated with team members during busy shifts for efficient workflow and excellent guest experiences.
Education
GED -
Grove City High School
Grove City, OHSkills
- Music composition
- Public performance skills
- Audience engagement
- Collaborative songwriting
- Recording session coordination
- Event planning
- Brand promotion
- Networking and relationship building
- Social media marketing
- Technical proficiency in instruments
- Strong customer service skills
- Artistic collaboration
- Sound engineering techniques
- Music arrangement skills
- Digital music distribution
- Confident speaking ability
- Collaborative teamwork
- Effective communication techniques
- Constructive feedback delivery
- Music accompanists
- Adaptable to various genres
- Dynamic stage presence
- Marketing and self-promotion
- Confident leadership
- Versatile performance styles
- Impressive improvisational skills
- Emotional connection with audience
- Reliable professionalism
- Writing lyrics
- Songwriting
- Live performances
Timeline
Professional Musician
Self Employed Writer
01.2013 - Current
Server
Genji Japanese Steakhouse And Asian Cuisine
03.2012 - 01.2013
Server
Movie Tavern at Mill Run
04.2008 - 02.2013
GED -
Grove City High School