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Lillian Paone

Westfield,NJ

Summary

Music education professional, well-versed in curriculum development and student engagement techniques. Proven ability to cultivate collaborative environment that supports individual growth and collective success. Known for adaptability and commitment to achieving high educational standards.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience

Work History

Student Assistant

Purchase College Library
08.2022 - 05.2025
  • Responsible for the upkeep and preservation of Purchase College's vast library collection.
  • Organize files and important documents/records
  • Assistant to head Librarians in daily tasks.
  • Strong interpersonal communication skills, ability to excel in customer service related issues and circulation department organization.
  • Lead archival projects, including digitizing past senior projects and archiving donated newspapers from the 19th century as well as other donations

Piano and Voice teacher

Nutley School of Music
06.2024 - 09.2024
  • Created personalized piano and vocal lessons for children and adults
  • Vocal coach for individual lessons. Provided piano accompaniment and support to foster educational growth
  • Balanced motivating and keeping students attentive while ensuring and nurturing their love for music
  • Audio engineer and mixer for Nutley School of Music recitals

Intern/Assistant Audio Engineer

Sound on Sound Studios
07.2023 - 09.2024
  • Live Sound/Studio Assistant: A2 operating front of house console and monitor mix when needed. Responsible for load in and load out.
  • Studio Maintenance: Setting up and tearing down equipment, ensuring that the studio is in optimal condition for recording sessions
  • Artist Relations and Studio Support: Building and maintaining positive relationships with artists, producers, and studio personnel.
  • Equipment Management: Organized and maintained studio equipment inventory including over 60 microphones, outboard analog gear, and more.

Private voice substitute

Vera's Music School
06.2024 - 08.2024
  • Substitute for vocal teachers for private and group lessons
  • Responsible for promoting artistic development as well as healthy vocal technique and practices
  • Assess student abilities and work with them to create goals for lessons in addition to maintaining their skills through practicing routines
  • Creating a safe and supportive learning environment that encourages musical growth and enjoyment

Nanny/Caretaker

01.2018 - 01.2024
  • Entrusted with the care of children, from infants to middle schoolers.
  • Worked with many families over the years and facilitated a safe and fun environment
  • Excellent conflict resolution skills as well as collaboration with parents to maximize personalized child care
  • Skilled in engaging kids in creative activities including but not limited to music and art

Student Services Intern

Jazz House Kids
06.2021 - 08.2021
  • Proficiency in music theory and jazz performance knowledge, able to teach and perform healthy vocal techniques and piano accompaniment.
  • Managed social media platforms to promote schools classes and camps.
  • Strong administrative and computer skills (Excel, etc.) and proven research abilities.
  • Event support and planning of the Montclair Jazz Festival.

Culinary Assistant

Classic Thyme Cooking School
04.2014 - 04.2018
  • Culinary teaching assistant for head culinary instructors, facilitating children's participation in creative culinary preparation for ages 4-17
  • Skillfully coordinated cooking themed after school programs, birthday parties and summer camps
  • Taught basic culinary skills, techniques, and education as well as 'Farm to Table' garden classes that promoted a healthy diet for families

Education

Bachelors of Music - Music & Technology program

Suny Purchase
05.2025

Skills

  • Leadership
  • Student safety & engagement
  • Collaboration and teamwork
  • Communication and interpersonal skills
  • Digital audio workstations and Sound editing
  • Audio engineering
  • Studio musician and recording engineer
  • Client relations and customer service

Accomplishments

    Co-founder and Vice President of Suny Purchase's Audio Engineering Society

Timeline

Piano and Voice teacher

Nutley School of Music
06.2024 - 09.2024

Private voice substitute

Vera's Music School
06.2024 - 08.2024

Intern/Assistant Audio Engineer

Sound on Sound Studios
07.2023 - 09.2024

Student Assistant

Purchase College Library
08.2022 - 05.2025

Student Services Intern

Jazz House Kids
06.2021 - 08.2021

Nanny/Caretaker

01.2018 - 01.2024

Culinary Assistant

Classic Thyme Cooking School
04.2014 - 04.2018

Bachelors of Music - Music & Technology program

Suny Purchase