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Overview
Work History
Education
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References
Awards
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Joshua Williams

Indianapolis

Summary

Dedicated and adaptable professional with a proactive attitude and the ability to learn quickly. Strong work ethic and effective communication skills. Eager to contribute to a dynamic team and support organizational goals.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience

Work History

Director Of Percussion

Lebanon School Corporation
Lebanon
05.2024 - Current
  • Developed and implemented innovative educational programs for students in percussion techniques.
  • Organized and directed rehearsals of ensembles, including percussion sections.
  • Implemented strategies designed to increase interest among potential students in pursuing studies in percussion performance.
  • Coordinated with other music directors regarding any scheduling conflicts concerning shared resources.
  • Supervised staff members responsible for maintenance of musical instruments.
  • Provided feedback on auditions held by prospective members of ensembles or bands.

PROGRAM DIRECTOR

Lloyd Memorial Bands
Erlanger
08.2022 - Current
  • Established relationships with key stakeholders to build trust in the organization's mission.
  • Organized and facilitated team meetings, workshops, and events.
  • Collaborated with external partners to leverage resources for the program's success.
  • Monitored performance metrics to evaluate effectiveness of programs.
  • Provided leadership in developing innovative approaches to meet program goals.
  • Developed strategic plans to ensure successful program operations.

DIRECTOR OF PERCUSSION

John Hardin Performing Ensembles
Elizabethtown
05.2020 - 05.2022
  • Marching Band: Middle/High
  • Indoor Percussion: Middle/High
  • Concert Band: Middle/High
  • Private Lessons: Elementary/Middle/High
  • Program Recruiting: Elementary/Middle/High
  • Fundraising: Marching Band/Indoor

PROGRAM DIRECTOR

Campbellsville Bands
Campbellsville
08.2015 - 06.2019
  • Program designer for outdoor performing ensembles.
  • Creating Body Warm-ups and Fundamental training for enhancing overall visual content for the program.
  • Creating visual content based off of the design of the program.
  • Communicating with Drill Writer, Music Writer and Costume Designer through monthly meetings.
  • Evaluating Videos and Tapes from each performance weekend to help the grow the program throughout the entire season.

PROGRAM DIRECTOR

Casey County Bands
Liberty
07.2015 - 06.2019
  • Program designer for outdoor performing ensembles.
  • Creating Body Warm-ups and Fundamental training for enhancing overall visual content for the program.

PERCUSSION DIRECTOR

GRC Bands
Winchester
01.2014 - 05.2016
  • Marching Band: Middle/High
  • Indoor Percussion: Middle/High
  • Concert Band: Middle/High
  • Private Lessons: Elementary/Middle/High
  • Program Recruiting: Elementary/Middle/High
  • Fundraising: Marching Band/Indoor

ASSISTANT BAND DIRECTOR

Paris Bands
Paris
07.2012 - 11.2015
  • Recruiting: Elementary/Middle/High School
  • Concert Band: Percussion Ensembles
  • Pep Band: Middle/High
  • Marching Band: Middle/High: Program and Visual Design

PERCUSSION CONSULTANT

Bourbon County Bands
Paris
01.2011 - 11.2014
  • Marching Band: Middle/High
  • Indoor Percussion: Middle/High
  • Concert Band: Middle/High
  • Private Lessons: Elementary/Middle/High
  • Program Recruiting: Elementary/Middle/High

Education

BACHELOR OF ARTS (B.A.) - BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION

Midway University
Midway, KY, US
12.2016

BACHELOR OF ARTS (B.A.) - MUSIC EDUCATION

University of the Cumberlands
Williamsburg, KY, US

Skills

  • Project Management
  • Leadership
  • Recruiting
  • Community Engagement
  • Staff Development
  • Problem Solving
  • Program Evaluation
  • Conflict Resolution
  • Decision Making

References

References available upon request

Awards

  • 2015 KMEA State Semi-Finalist (13th Place)
  • 2016 State Semi-Finalist (5th Place)
  • 2011 KMEA State Semi-Finalist (2nd Place)
  • 2011 KMEA State-Finalist (4th Place)
  • 2012 KMEA State Semi-Finalist (1st Place)
  • 2012 KMEA State Finalist (2nd Place)
  • 2013 KMEA State Semi-Finalist (4th Place)
  • 2013 KMEA State Finalist (4th Place)
  • 2014 KMEA State Semi-Finalist (11th Place)
  • 2014 KMEA State Semi-Finalist (1st Place)
  • 2014 KMEA State Finalist (3rd Place)
  • 2017 State Semi-Finalist (7th Place)
  • 2018 State-Semi Finalist (6th Place)
  • 2019 State Semi-Finalist (6th Place)
  • 2021 State Semi-Finalist (6th Place)
  • 2021 State Finalist (6th Place)
  • 2023 State Semi-Finalist (7th Place)
  • 2024 State Semi Finalist (4th Place)
  • 2024 State Finalist (5th Place)
  • 2010 Tri-State Marching Arts (Class B) (Silver Medalist)
  • 2011 Tri-State Marching Arts (Class B) (Gold Medalist)
  • 2015 Tri-State Marching Arts (Class A-2) (Gold Medalist)
  • 2016 Tri-State Marching Arts (Class B) (Bronze Medalist)
  • 2022 Tri-State Marching Arts (PSCA) (Bronze Medalist)
  • 2024 IPA Divisional Finalist (Bronze Medalist)
  • 2024 Tri-State Marching Arts (PSA-2) (Gold Medalist)

Languages

English, Native

Timeline

Director Of Percussion

Lebanon School Corporation
05.2024 - Current

PROGRAM DIRECTOR

Lloyd Memorial Bands
08.2022 - Current

DIRECTOR OF PERCUSSION

John Hardin Performing Ensembles
05.2020 - 05.2022

PROGRAM DIRECTOR

Campbellsville Bands
08.2015 - 06.2019

PROGRAM DIRECTOR

Casey County Bands
07.2015 - 06.2019

PERCUSSION DIRECTOR

GRC Bands
01.2014 - 05.2016

ASSISTANT BAND DIRECTOR

Paris Bands
07.2012 - 11.2015

PERCUSSION CONSULTANT

Bourbon County Bands
01.2011 - 11.2014

BACHELOR OF ARTS (B.A.) - BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION

Midway University

BACHELOR OF ARTS (B.A.) - MUSIC EDUCATION

University of the Cumberlands