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Jonathan Parker

Northfield,MA

Summary

Digital creator very proficient in book and manuscript editing, formatting, professional book cover design, album covers/interiors, interior book design/layouts. Professional music educator with strong background in developing and implementing engaging music skills. Skilled in fostering collaborative environment and adapting to changing educational needs. Known for proficiency in instrumental and vocal instruction, curriculum design, and performance coaching. Reliable team player with focus on achieving results and driving student success. Professional music recording, arranging, mixing and mastering utilizing cutting edge software and audio interfaces and studio hardware.

Overview

44
44
years of professional experience

Work History

Music Educator

City Music
03.2020 - Current
  • Improve overall musicianship of students by implementing a rigorous practice schedule and performance opportunities.
  • Mentor on performance, rehearsal and practice skills.
  • Implement media to improve skill levels, providing additional opportunities for students to explore their interests in depth.
  • Foster a positive learning environment by creating engaging lesson plans that incorporated elements of music history, theory, and composition.
  • Enhance student performance through individualized instruction, addressing diverse learning styles.
  • Develop comprehensive music curriculum by incorporating various teaching methods and innovative techniques.
  • Establish strong relationships with parents and guardians to facilitate effective communication regarding student progress.
  • Provide ongoing professional development opportunities for self-improvement staying current on emerging trends within the field of music education.
  • Familiarize students with basic concepts of music such as notes, tempo, symphony, beats, compositions, and chords.
  • Incorporate creative activities into lessons to engage students and spark interest in music.
  • Mentor struggling students with individualized approach to enhance learning.
  • Assess student performance and provided constructive feedback to guide progress.
  • Execute targeted lesson plans to instruct on music theory, music history, and performance etiquette.
  • Mentor students in a wide range of ages and backgrounds.
  • Tailor instruction to meet individual student needs and cultivated inclusive learning environment.
  • Utilize current technology and interactive teaching methods to enhance student engagement.

Author -Novelist

SkaryWerds Media
01.2019 - Current
  • Author/Novelist- Production of multiple published novels and other media utilizing a broad range of digital and AI platforms.
  • Develop captivating storylines and characters, resulting in increased book sales and positive reader feedback.
  • Gather inspiration from personal experiences or current events to create relatable and thought-provoking content.
  • Conduct extensive research to enrich the authenticity and depth of written works, providing a more immersive experience for readers.
  • Enhance manuscript quality through meticulous editing, proofreading, and revising for clarity and readability.
  • Promote published works through social media platforms, author website updates, email newsletters, and blog posts.
  • Establish credibility as an expert in specific genres through accurate fact-checking procedures within written works.
  • Utilize exceptional writing, editing, and proofreading skills to produce engaging and error-free content.
  • Create content for websites and online publications.
  • Promote and marketed works through social media platforms.

Digital Content Creator

SkaryWerds Media
10.2015 - Current
  • Enhance brand visibility by creating engaging digital content across various platforms.
  • Produce high-quality video content that effectively communicated brand messaging and increased viewership.
  • Utilized a variety of multimedia formats in digital storytelling efforts to increase reader interest.
  • Develop visually appealing graphics for social media, resulting in higher engagement rates.
  • Apply current editing and photography tools to tell great stories.
  • Strengthen content through proofreading and editing.
  • Pursue engaging and successful marketing, advertising, and website copy.
  • Utilize specialized software to capture and process data.

Music Producer

Altar Angel Studios
09.2015 - Current
  • Proficient in digital recording, mixing, and mastering.
  • Optimize sound quality in recordings by utilizing advanced mixing techniques and professional audio software tools.
  • Enhance artists creativity by providing expert guidance on song arrangements and production techniques. Sony Music Studio Pro -Sibelius Notation software- MIDI-Drum Programming- Compositional editing.
  • Establish a reputation for excellence in music production by consistently delivering high-quality projects that exceeded clients' expectations.
  • Provide constructive feedback to artists during songwriting sessions, refining lyrics and melodies for maximum impact.
  • Sourced talented session musicians for recording projects, enhancing the overall musicality of clients'' work.
  • Streamlined studio sessions by effectively managing time and resources, ensuring projects were completed within deadlines.
  • Transcribed musical compositions and melodic lines to adapt to particular group or create specific musical style.
  • Implemented cutting-edge recording technology in the studio environment, staying ahead of industry trends to ensure top-notch results.

Music Performer

Various
03.1982 - Current
  • Maintain physical fitness and vocal health to consistently deliver high-quality performances under demanding conditions.
  • Capture audience by channeling and exhibiting emotions, resulting in audience laughter, crying, excitement, shock, and fear.
  • Provide constructive feedback to peers during rehearsals, promoting growth as performers while strengthening group dynamics.
  • Participate in regular rehearsals, refining techniques and perfecting song structure execution for optimal results on stage.
  • Master diverse roles as singer, guitar player and as a performer over a multitude of musical styles and genres.

Music Sales Associate

Guitar Center
05.2019 - 03.2023
  • Organized racks and shelves to maintain store visual appeal, engage customers, and promote specific merchandise.
  • Built relationships with customers to encourage repeat business.
  • Maintained calm demeanor and professionally managed issues in busy, high-stress situations.
  • Helped customers locate products and checked store system for merchandise at other sites.
  • Answered customer questions about sizing, accessories, and merchandise care.
  • Solved customer challenges by offering relevant products and services.

Education

Cerificate - Business Law, Public Speaking.

Fischer College
Marlboro, Ma.
06-1995

General Studies And Music Education

Marlboro High School
Marlboro, Ma.
05-1984

Cetificate - Music Engineering And Production

MCM Music Studios
04-1984

Skills

  • Video editing- Sony Vegas
  • Digital Creation- Book Covers-Interior Design Picsart, Photoleap-Adobe InDesign
  • Digital Photography-AI Digital
  • Digital Media/ Editing
  • PDFArchitect-GoogleDocs-Word-SIGIL Ebook
  • Video production/Editing-Sony Vegas
  • Content editing
  • Creative writing
  • Video content creation
  • Digital media-AI image Creation-Pixlr Suite
  • Digital publishing

Accomplishments

  • Professional book covers creation
  • Media art creation
  • Interior book formatting
  • Video arts
  • Book production
  • Digital Music production

Timeline

Music Educator

City Music
03.2020 - Current

Music Sales Associate

Guitar Center
05.2019 - 03.2023

Author -Novelist

SkaryWerds Media
01.2019 - Current

Digital Content Creator

SkaryWerds Media
10.2015 - Current

Music Producer

Altar Angel Studios
09.2015 - Current

Music Performer

Various
03.1982 - Current

Cerificate - Business Law, Public Speaking.

Fischer College

General Studies And Music Education

Marlboro High School

Cetificate - Music Engineering And Production

MCM Music Studios

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