Marc Zyla
Musician/Educator/Community Engagement Specialist
Rock Island,IL
Summary
Seasoned Engagement Professional offering experience in both educational and artistic leadership positions. Focused on building and enhancing relationships, meeting service needs and maintaining smooth administration of all department operations.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
9
9
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Director of Community Engagement
WVIK, Quad Cities NPR
05.2022 - Current
- Host of Allegro Molto on 98.3 FM
- Host of "What's Happening QC Podcast"
- Producer of 'Talking Art', 'A Real Piece of Work', and 'Wellness Wake Up Call' Podcasts
- Designed and executed CD Library Digitization project
- Increased public awareness of organizational mission by organizing events, workshops, and presentations.
- Evaluated program effectiveness using quantitative and qualitative data, making adjustments as needed to better serve community needs.
- Improved access to resources for underserved populations through targeted programming and support services.
- Engaged with community leaders and content creators, increased brand awareness and evangelized programs.
- Recruited and managed volunteer teams.
- Oversaw production of promotional materials such as newsletters, brochures, social media content to increase awareness about relevant programs offered.
- Analyzed social content performance and improved distribution, tone and relevance on ongoing basis.
- Developed community engagement programs and gathered participant feedback that directly influenced future initiatives.
- Strengthened internal communication channels, fostering a culture of open dialogue between staff members across departments.
- Enhanced community engagement by developing and implementing strategic outreach initiatives.
- Developed annual budgets for multiple projects, ensuring financial sustainability while maximizing impact on target populations.
- Fostered strong relationships with local organizations to create collaborative partnerships for community programs.
Orchestra Personnel Manager
Quad City Symphony Orchestra
04.2016 - Current
- Streamlined HR efficiencies, coordinated new hire orientations and provided onboarding for new employees.
- Discovered and resolved complex employee issues that affected management and business decisions.
- Streamlined complaint response management by providing guidance on policies and ensuring appropriate and accurate investigation processes.
- Maintained optimal staffing levels by tracking vacancies and initiating recruitment and interview processes to identify qualified candidates.
- Created and implemented forward-thinking initiatives to improve employee engagement.
- Researched best practices and advised management during collective bargaining sessions.
Principal Horn
Quad City Symphony Orchestra
01.2011 - Current
- Performed at average of two events per month, including concerts, special functions, rehearsals and recordings.
- Responsible for developing horn section sound and hiring permanent and substitute musicians to support that sound.
- Practiced hours per week to maintain and improve technical skills.
- Promoted musical career by maintaining website or social media presence.
- Achieved desired tonal and harmonic balance by communicating clearly with musicians.
- Studied intensively with coaches to develop performance skills.
Director of Education and Community Engagement
Quad City Symphony Orchestra
04.2016 - 05.2022
- Maintained program files, records, and databases to gather prepare foundation, grant, and board reports.
- Evaluated programs and monitored implementation and compliance with school district regulations to achieve objectives.
- Planned and implemented staff development and in-service training programs to enhance knowledge and skills.
- Implemented program-level departmental policies and procedures and managed budgets to support educational program and curriculum.
- Represented educational program at meetings and conferences to serve as subject matter liaison for array of services and activities assigned.
- Developed partnerships with parents, businesses and organizations to build awareness, increase support and share resources.
- Directed day-to-day operations of education program and supervised support staff to delegate assignments and evaluate performance.
General Manager
Quad City Symphony Youth Ensembles
04.2015 - 04.2016
- Prepare budgets for rehearsals, concerts, and recruitment for a 5 ensemble Youth Orchestra program.
- Manage communication strategies for over 300 students and their families.
- On site management of all rehearsals and concerts.
- Lead recruitment efforts on a yearly basis.
- Maintained a database of student and alumni information.
Consortium Instructor of Horn
University Of Evansville
08.2012 - 04.2015
- Graded quizzes, tests, homework and projects to provide students with timely academic progress information and feedback.
- Encouraged class discussions by building discussions into lessons, actively soliciting input, asking open-ended questions and using techniques to track student participation.
- Used variety of learning modalities and support materials to facilitate learning process and accentuate presentations.
- Developed and taught undergraduate courses in for department offerings serving major, minor and general students.
- Taught music appreciation, history and fundamentals to vocalists and musicians of varying skill levels.
- Guided and instructed 10 music students in music theory and performance.
Education
Doctor of Musical Arts - Horn Performance And Literature
University of Illinois At Urbana-Champaign
Champaign, IL 08.2009 - 08.2012
Master of Music - Horn Performance And Literature
Carnegie Mellon University
Pittsburgh, PA 08.2007 - 05.2009
Bachelor of Music - Horn Performance And Literature
West Virginia University
Morgantown, WV 08.2003 - 05.2007
Skills
Online marketing strategies
Content and digital asset management
Online presence monitoring
Interpersonal Communication
Teamwork and Collaboration
Flexible and Adaptable
Problem-Solving
Multi-tasking Abilities
Critical Thinking
Teambuilding
CRM Integration
Event Planning
Excellent Communication
Timeline
Director of Community Engagement
WVIK, Quad Cities NPR
05.2022 - Current
Orchestra Personnel Manager
Quad City Symphony Orchestra
04.2016 - Current
Director of Education and Community Engagement
Quad City Symphony Orchestra
04.2016 - 05.2022
General Manager
Quad City Symphony Youth Ensembles
04.2015 - 04.2016
Consortium Instructor of Horn
University Of Evansville
08.2012 - 04.2015
Principal Horn
Quad City Symphony Orchestra
01.2011 - Current
Doctor of Musical Arts - Horn Performance And Literature
University of Illinois At Urbana-Champaign
08.2009 - 08.2012
Master of Music - Horn Performance And Literature
Carnegie Mellon University
08.2007 - 05.2009
Bachelor of Music - Horn Performance And Literature
West Virginia University
08.2003 - 05.2007
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