Jeff Dennis
Huntington Beach,CA
Summary
Professional and skilled music director with expertise in performance, live sound reinforcement, and team building. Delivers consistent results by skillfully handling entire process and filling multiple roles. Knowledgeable, but teachable, and eager to learn and implement new skills.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Church Music Director
Seacoast Grace Church Seal Beach
Cypress, CA
09.2024 - Current
- Scheduled musicians and sound engineers for all services.
- Scheduled rehearsals and volunteer training sessions.
- Organized audio and visual equipment for stage use.
- Created charts and tracks with clicks and guide cues for custom musical adaptations.
- Motivated the highest possible musical quality, and nurtured continued growth within the team.
- Supervised the mixing process for volunteer- led weekends.
- Ordered sheet music and supplies related to music program.
- Advised musicians and vocalists on technique to improve end results.
- Played different musical instruments to accompany and complement praise teams.
- Provided technical direction during live performances.
- Hired, trained, and supervised musicians for upcoming events.
- Coordinated with musical talent to ensure successful execution of projects.
- Used computers to compose, orchestrate and arrange music tracks.
- Ran production equipment to maximize live sound quality and flow.
- Created musical arrangements for performances.
- Implemented new technology to streamline rehearsal and improve service quality.
- Created and designed lighting looks for special services.
Professional Musician
Self-employed
Phoenix, AZ
02.2021 - 08.2024
- I taught private lessons on various instruments.
- Expanded the fan base and supported the career by promoting talent on social media.
- Researched well-known music to create inspiring, memorable performances.
- Managed finances related to musical endeavors including budgeting, taxes, royalties.
- Adapted to new songs and arrangements quickly and professionally.
- Memorized musical selections, routines, and cues.
- Performed for public and private events.
- Composed original songs using a variety of instruments.
- Played a variety of music with a broad stylistic range.
- Organized musical arrangements with other musicians in the band.
- Transposed music to alternate keys to fit individual styles and ranges.
- I observed music directors for cues or directions in the musical presentation.
- Played different musical instruments to accompany and complement praise teams.
- Recorded music in a professional home studio to create albums and singles.
- Implemented stage lighting systems for live performances.
- Auditioned for positions in bands, and other types of music groups.
- Mixed audio tracks to produce high-quality recordings.
- Collaborated with other musicians to plan rehearsals and performances.
- Developed strong interpersonal skills to deal with different personalities.
- Collaborated with producers, engineers, and other industry professionals to enhance musical projects.
- Managed requests for specific musical pieces.
- Performed and rehearsed music for live shows, festivals, and events.
- Provided technical assistance during sound checks prior to shows.
- Identified mistakes made by other musicians and corrected problems.
- Attended meetings with business partners regarding upcoming projects.
- Chose music appropriate to specific performance requirements.
- Developed set lists for concerts and performances.
- Completed routine maintenance and repair of instruments and sound equipment.
Worship Leader
First Christian Church Preschool
Huntington Beach, CA
02.2015 - 02.2021
- Leading special music at funerals or other occasions when requested by families or church leaders.
- Put together lyrics presentations for congregation and performers.
- Administered communion, baptisms and other religious rites.
- Recruiting new musicians to join the praise band or vocal team, as needed.
- Carried out the church mission by planning and leading worship services, and working with church leaders.
- Mentoring and coaching volunteers who serve as part of the worship ministry team.
- Conducting pre-service warm-ups and rehearsals with singers and instrumentalists before each service.
- Writing original songs based on Scripture passages for church members.
- Collaborating with church staff to create meaningful visuals for services.
- Maintaining an inventory of resources used in worship ministry.
- A selected mix of contemporary and traditional music to lead and shepherd the congregation.
- Facilitating prayer opportunities within corporate worship settings.
- Developing worship sets that are engaging and relevant to the congregation.
- Leading congregational singing in worship.
- Arranging for instrumentalists and vocalists, as necessary.
- Coordinating with other ministries to ensure smooth services on Sundays.
- Coordinated special event worship.
- Planning special musical events, such as Christmas and Easter services.
- Chose songs and organized materials for every worship service.
- Facilitated small group discussions on topics related to faith and spirituality.
- Creating a safe environment where all can experience God's presence through music and song.
- Teaching songs that will help people engage more deeply in worship experiences.
- Servicing instruments prior to use in order to maintain quality sound production.
- Researching new songs from various genres of Christian music for possible inclusion into future services.
- Implemented special programs for holiday and church events.
- Managed time effectively to ensure tasks were completed on schedule and deadlines were met.
- Worked successfully with a diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Worship Arts/ Music
Hope International University
Fullerton, CA01-2011
Skills
- Studio recording experience
- Ensemble management
- Collaborative leadership
- Music theory
- Arranging skills
- Rehearsal techniques
- Music programming
- Instrumental expertise
- Studio recordings
- Producing shows
- Ministry experience
- Sound mixing expertise
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Church Music Director
Seacoast Grace Church Seal Beach
09.2024 - Current
Professional Musician
Self-employed
02.2021 - 08.2024
Worship Leader
First Christian Church Preschool
02.2015 - 02.2021
Bachelor of Arts - Worship Arts/ Music
Hope International University
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