John Murray III
Longwood,FL
Summary
Versatile Musical Director known for high productivity and efficient task completion. Skilled in score interpretation, ensemble direction, and performance optimization. Excel in communication, leadership, and creativity to inspire teams and deliver compelling musical presentations.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Musical Director
Northland Church
Longwood, FL
06.2024 - Current
- Lead the musical curation, arrangement, and execution of weekly worship services, coordinating with pastoral staff to align music with themes.
- Direct and rehearse a diverse team of volunteer and professional musicians, improving overall ensemble cohesion and performance quality.
- Oversee stage monitoring, click/track management, and communication between the band and the audio engineering team.
Lighting Designer
Central Florida Community Arts
Orlando, FL
12.2023 - Current
- Design and execute dynamic lighting plots for diverse community theater productions and concerts
- Collaborate closely with directors and stage managers to translate artistic visions into impactful visual narratives
- Program and operate lighting consoles during live cues, ensuring seamless integration with audio and performance elements.
Lighting Designer and Technician
Northland Church
Longwood, FL
11.2023 - Current
- Conceptualized and programmed environmental lighting to enhance the atmosphere of weekly worship services and high-attendance holiday events.
- Managed stage lighting rigs, including moving lights, LEDs, and conventional fixtures.
- Trained and mentored volunteer production crew members on advanced lighting console operations.
Musician
Northland Church
Longwood, Florida
10.2022 - Current
- Demonstrate high adaptability across various musical genres, dynamics, and time signatures, playing proficiently to click tracks and guide cues.
- Serve as the foundational rhythmic anchor for weekly live-streamed services and special events.
- Collaborative partner in transitions and spontaneous structural changes during live services.
Education
Bachelor of Science (in Progress) - Aerospace Engineering
University of Central Florida
Orlando, FL 06.2026 - 02.2030
Lake Mary High School
Lake Mary, FLSkills
- Music arrangement
- Musical interpretation
- Lighting design
- Audio-visual coordination
- Project management
- Team leadership
- Artistic vision
- Stage presence
- Adaptability to feedback
Accomplishments
- Served as Brass Captain during senior year, leading section rehearsals, refining marching technique, and mentoring younger players
Timeline
Bachelor of Science (in Progress) - Aerospace Engineering
University of Central Florida
06.2026 - 02.2030
Musical Director
Northland Church
06.2024 - Current
Lighting Designer
Central Florida Community Arts
12.2023 - Current
Lighting Designer and Technician
Northland Church
11.2023 - Current
Musician
Northland Church
10.2022 - Current
Lake Mary High School