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Keenen Gillespie

Harmony,NC

Summary

Dynamic music professional with a proven track record at Insomniacs Inc., enhancing performances through expert audio mixing and fostering collaboration among musicians. Skilled in digital audio workstations and equipment maintenance, I consistently deliver high-quality productions while cultivating positive team environments. Recognized for optimizing sound quality and engaging audiences effectively.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience

Work History

Auxiliary Keyboardist

N-Spire Band
08.2023 - Current
  • Enhanced audience engagement by incorporating dynamic and expressive keyboard techniques during performances.
  • Contributed to successful performance productions by providing creative input on song arrangements and performing high-quality keyboard tracks.
  • Assisted in promoting events through social media channels, contributing to increased attendance at shows and higher visibility for the band.
  • Enhanced stage production quality by efficiently setting up and breaking down sets, lighting, and sound equipment.
  • Facilitated smooth transitions between set changes by effectively communicating cues with fellow crew members during performances.
  • Worked with team of 8 to put all props and set pieces in place and supervised prop movements at correct times during performances.

Musical Director

Insomniacs Inc.
03.2022 - Current
  • Enhanced musical performances by conducting comprehensive rehearsals and providing constructive feedback to performers. Includes preparation for outdoor Liv e Music events sponsored by the City of Statesville and the Iredell Arts Council.
  • Cultivated a positive working environment within ensembles by promoting open communication amongst all members.
  • Mentored up-and-coming musicians through private lessons, fostering their growth as artists and performers.
  • Set up and tested equipment prior to events, broadcasts, and recordings.
  • Mixed voices, music and created backing tracks for live performances and pre-recorded events.

Minister of Music

1st Love Center
01.2022 - Current
  • Managed music library, maintaining an organized system for easy access to sheet music and reference materials.
  • Implemented effective rehearsal schedules that maximized productivity while respecting participants'' time commitments.
  • Recruited new members to the music ministry through targeted outreach efforts, growing the team by 25% over three years.
  • Utilized technology in planning and presenting music to enhance worship message.
  • Planned, organized and led music ministry during worship service by motivating congregational participation and providing direction to choir members and musicians.

Sound Designer

Crusade Revival Center
06.2016 - Current
  • Elevated overall acoustic experience at live events through precise sound system selection, calibration, and monitoring techniques.
  • Performed site visits to determine and design appropriate setup and audio equipment needs for various types of live events.
  • Maintained and repaired sound equipment.
  • Installed and configured software and hardware.

Music Producer

Audiojuug
04.2011 - Current
  • Optimized sound quality in recordings by utilizing advanced mixing techniques and professional audio software tools such as FL Studio 2025, Pro Tools 12, Cubase, Ableton Live, Reaper, and Garage Band.
  • Handled requests for specific musical selections. Catalog includes productions for a youtube Documentary entitled "Black Mooresville : The Untold Story" as well local artists that have received features from industry talent such as Fred the God Son, Ted Park, Canton Jones; and included a 2012 appearance on BET's 106th & Park as a keyboardist for Jamala Records Founder and Producer 9th Wonder, and artists Rapsody, and Heather Victoria.
  • Established a reputation for excellence in music production by consistently delivering high-quality projects that exceeded clients'' expectations.
  • Transcribed musical compositions and melodic lines to adapt to particular group or create specific musical style.

Education

High School Diploma -

North Iredell High School
Olin, NC

Audio Engineering & Music Business

Guilford Technical Community College
Jamestown, NC

Broadcasting Production Technology

Forsyth Technical Community College
Winston-Salem, NC

Music Performance

Greensboro College
Greensboro, NC

Skills

  • Equipment maintenance
  • Audio signal processing
  • Equipment setup
  • Digital audio workstations
  • Audio mixing proficiency
  • Equipment selection
  • Music theory
  • Audio production
  • Pro Tools and FL Studio proficiency
  • Microphone placement
  • Audio file editing
  • Live programming

Timeline

Auxiliary Keyboardist

N-Spire Band
08.2023 - Current

Musical Director

Insomniacs Inc.
03.2022 - Current

Minister of Music

1st Love Center
01.2022 - Current

Sound Designer

Crusade Revival Center
06.2016 - Current

Music Producer

Audiojuug
04.2011 - Current

High School Diploma -

North Iredell High School

Audio Engineering & Music Business

Guilford Technical Community College

Broadcasting Production Technology

Forsyth Technical Community College

Music Performance

Greensboro College

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