Kai Lewis
Atlanta,GA
Summary
Hardworking, highly motivated professional eager to lend combined knowledge and skills to enhance business performance. Operates well in both individual and team capacities, leveraging seasoned work ethic to quickly adapt to different processes and drive company objectives. Resourceful and results-driven with a passion for growth and efficiency to meet company needs and increase service value.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Choir Member
Maverick City Music Gospel Choir
04.2022 - Current
- Practiced performances, individually and in rehearsal with other musicians, to master individual pieces of music and to maintain and improve skills
- Improvised music during performances
- Observed choral leaders and prompters for cues and directions in vocal presentation
- Sung a cappella and with musical accompaniment
- Performed in television, radio and movie productions
- Listened to recordings to master pieces and to maintain and improve skills.
Lead Vocalist
Ebenezer Baptist Church
07.2021 - 02.2022
- Practiced performances, individually and in rehearsal with other musicians, to master individual pieces of music and to maintain and improve skills
- Arranged and edited music to fit style and purpose
- Transposed music to alternate keys, and to fit individual styles and purposes
- Interpreted and modified music, applying knowledge of harmony, melody, rhythm, and voice production to individualize presentations and maintained audience interest.
Ilford Dreams
Renavision Films
04.2021 - 11.2021
- Played the lead in this raw silent short film.
- Made necessary adjustments to acting, following guidance and requests from directors.
- Practiced lines and scenes independently and collaboratively to prepare for performances.
- Participated in table reads and rehearsals, ensuring a thorough understanding of scripts and character motivations.
- Collaborated with directors and fellow actors to develop engaging character portrayals for stage and screen.
Praise Team Vocalist
Metropolitan Community Church
01.2018 - 03.2020
- Engaged audiences through dynamic stage presence and improvisational skills
- Utilized social networks, email and blogging to promote concerts and market band and projects
- Observed choral leaders and prompters for cues and directions in vocal presentation
- Built repertoire by learning new material from sheet music or recordings.
Background Singer
Charlie Curtis-Beard
04.2015 - 05.2018
- Learnt acting, dancing and other skills required for dramatic singing roles
- Improvised music during performances
- Recorded vocals in studio settings, editing tracks as necessary
- Performed before live audiences in concerts, recitals, educational presentations, and other social gatherings
- Composed original material for use in live shows and recording sessions
- Adapted quickly to changing musical arrangements and dynamics during performances
- Composed original music, such as popular songs, symphonies and sonatas.
Mass Transit Muse
7 Stages Theatre
03.2014 - 05.2014
- Performed as an ensemble member in the production.
- Practiced lines and scenes independently and collaboratively to prepare for performances.
- Participated in table reads and rehearsals, ensuring a thorough understanding of scripts and character motivations.
- Worked collaboratively with other actors to perform scenes and convey stories.
The Navigator
7 Stages Theatre
09.2013 - 10.2013
- Played the role of Silkie the Pirate in this interactive production at The Goat Farm.
- Made necessary adjustments to acting, following guidance and requests from directors.
- Developed strong memorization skills for quick mastery of scripts, enabling efficient preparation for auditions and performances.
- Performed alongside various well-known actors and actresses.
Before I Die...
7 Stages Theatre
08.2013 - 08.2013
- Participated as an ensemble member and choreographer in this international collaborative production.
- Made necessary adjustments to acting, following guidance and requests from directors.
- Practiced lines and scenes independently and collaboratively to prepare for performances.
- Worked collaboratively with other actors to perform scenes and convey stories.
Klass Vak's Dreamatorium
7 Stages Theatre
08.2012 - 08.2012
- Participated as an ensemble member and choreographer in this international collaborative production.
- Made necessary adjustments to acting, following guidance and requests from directors.
- Worked collaboratively with other actors to perform scenes and convey stories.
All Blues
7 Stages Theatre
09.2011 - 10.2011
- Performed as part of the ensemble in this poetic production.
- Participated in table reads and rehearsals, ensuring a thorough understanding of scripts and character motivations.
- Worked collaboratively with other actors to perform scenes and convey stories.
- Performed alongside various well-known actors and actresses.
Education
Certification In Supporting Vocalist -
Get More Gigs Academy
09.2022
Bachelor Of Arts (B.A.) In Music In Performance, Vocal -
Columbia College Chicago
Chicago, IL05.2021
Skills
- Attention to Detail
- Positive Attitude
- Learning Strategies
- Studio Recording
- Artist Collaboration
- Dance Techniques
- Vast Singing Range
- Stage Performance
- Emotional expression
- Character Development
- Live Singing
Timeline
Choir Member
Maverick City Music Gospel Choir
04.2022 - Current
Lead Vocalist
Ebenezer Baptist Church
07.2021 - 02.2022
Ilford Dreams
Renavision Films
04.2021 - 11.2021
Praise Team Vocalist
Metropolitan Community Church
01.2018 - 03.2020
Background Singer
Charlie Curtis-Beard
04.2015 - 05.2018
Mass Transit Muse
7 Stages Theatre
03.2014 - 05.2014
The Navigator
7 Stages Theatre
09.2013 - 10.2013
Before I Die...
7 Stages Theatre
08.2013 - 08.2013
Klass Vak's Dreamatorium
7 Stages Theatre
08.2012 - 08.2012
All Blues
7 Stages Theatre
09.2011 - 10.2011
Certification In Supporting Vocalist -
Get More Gigs Academy
Bachelor Of Arts (B.A.) In Music In Performance, Vocal -
Columbia College Chicago
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