Jenesis Waller-Nash
Columbus,OH
Summary
Experienced and versatile music professional, currently serving as Minister of Music at Gethsemane United Methodist Church, where I lead and coordinate worship services. Active lead vocalist for Love and Life Band, where I have 15 years of experience in performing live jazz, soul, and r&b music. Skilled recording artist with experience in studio production, songwriting and music composition and arrangement. Holds collegiate training in commercial voice, sings in choir, does theater, and provides private vocal coaching as a side gig. Known to posses leadership skills, musical excellence, confident stage presence, and a passion for inspiring through music.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Minister of Music
Gethsemane United Methodist Church
Columbus, OH
04.2024 - Current
- Promoted fellowship within and helped recruit new volunteers into music ministry.
- Collaborated with pastoral staff to plan worship services that aligned with sermon themes and reinforced spiritual messages.
- Mentored and coached volunteer musicians, improving their skills and fostering a sense of community within the music team.
- Enhanced congregation''s spiritual growth by composing and directing diverse musical selections for worship services.
- Recruited volunteers for choirs and worship teams.
- Coordinated music and special vocals for worship services.
- Performed as versatile vocalist and instrumentalist to support inspirational worship services.
- Introduced contemporary worship styles alongside traditional hymns, creating an engaging atmosphere that appealed to a broader range of congregants.
- Evaluated individual progress among music team members, providing personalized guidance and feedback to enhance skill development.
- Organized special musical events such as concerts and holiday programs to showcase the talents of the music ministry team.
- Rehearsed choir and conducted warm-up prior to services.
- Provided inspiring and motivational music ministry during worship services, programs and events to uplift, encourage and entertain people with positive messages and values.
- Fostered a supportive environment within the music ministry team, emphasizing teamwork and collaboration to achieve common goals.
Professional Singer
Love and Life Band
Columbus, OH
01.2018 - Current
- Lead Singer
- Performed at hundreds of different venues, such as weddings, engagement parties, anniversaries, funerals, birthday parties, restaurants, jazz clubs, church events, private events, music festivals, etc.
- Cultivated a social media presence on Youtube, Instagram and TikTok.
- Did something called "Curbside Concerts", which in essence was being requested to do a surprise performance at someone's door for those who couldn't celebrate special events during the pandemic.
- Attends workshops related to the performing arts, evidencing willingness to learn new skills.
- Mentored aspiring singers, sharing knowledge of vocal techniques and industry insights for their career development.
- Contributed positively to the local music scene by organizing community concerts.
- Expanded repertoire by continuously learning new songs, staying current with popular music trends.
- Mastered various vocal styles to diversify performance capabilities and appeal to a wider range of venues.
- Utilized improvisational skills during live performances, adding spontaneity and excitement for audience members.
- Collaborated with fellow musicians to create harmonious and impactful arrangements.
- Enhanced audience experience by delivering emotive and captivating performances.
- Promoted musical career by maintaining social media presence.
- Composed and arranged music and recorded music in professional studio setting.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Music
Otterbein University
Westerville, OH05-2027
Skills
- Vocal coaching
- Music arranging
- Songwriting
- Sight reading
- Piano
- Worship planning
- Music leadership
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Live performing
- Studio recording experience
- Solo singing
- Musical composition
- Stage presence
- Theatre
- Ear training
- Harmonizing
Timeline
Minister of Music
Gethsemane United Methodist Church
04.2024 - Current
Professional Singer
Love and Life Band
01.2018 - Current
Bachelor of Arts - Music
Otterbein University