Michael Connally
Chicago,IL
Summary
College graduate with 10 years of professional experience in multiple fields including management, stagehand work, music production and engineering, serving/bartending, teaching, retail, and delivery driving.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Rehearsal Technician
Fort Knox Studios
05.2024 - Current
- Setting up and taking down rehearsal equipment (guitar and bass amps, drumkit, microphones, etc.) for bands
- Ringing up customers at the register for rehearsal payments through Revel Systems POS
- Answering phone calls from prospective and returning clients to book new rehearsals
- Coordinating rehearsals and acting as a liaison between tour/production managers and Fort Knox management when they aren't on site
- Loading in and out of equipment from semi-trucks from larger bands into rehearsal spaces
- Taking care of general maintenance and cleaning around the facility
Engineer's Assistant
Rax Trax Recording
03.2022 - 09.2024
- Assisting staff engineers with the set-up, take-down, and recording of studio sessions
- Helping to ensure clients are comfortable and ready to create
- Answering phone calls to setup future sessions with prospective clients
Studio Manager
No More Heroes Studios
09.2022 - 12.2023
- Handled day-to-day client interactions regarding booking and payment
- Organized the internship program at the studio with the staff engineers
- Coordinated schedules with engineers and clients
- Supervised music video shoots and other events taking place at the studio
Recess/Lunch Supervisor
JCC of Chicago
03.2021 - 06.2022
- Supervised students K-8 during lunch, recess, and aftercare
- Created indoor games and activities for the students
- Helped students with homework during aftercare
- Resolved conflicts between students in an appropriate manner, providing guidance and support where needed
- Certified in CPR training
Sales Associate
Home Depot
05.2020 - 12.2020
- Assisted customers in the electrical and paint departments with product questions or finding items on the shelf
Staff Assistant
Paul Michaels Events, LLC
10.2019 - 08.2020
- Set up and took down lighting and sound equipment for weddings
- Assisted DJ with photography during events
Bookseller
Barnes & Noble
12.2019 - 03.2020
- Helped customers find items in the store or place online orders
Server/Bartender
Pie Society
06.2018 - 06.2019
- Took food orders, ran food to tables, and made drinks at the bar for patrons
Marching Band Technician
Jack C. Hays High School
09.2016 - 11.2018
- Worked with students individually and in groups with music and marching technique
- Chaperoned students on field trips/band events
Delivery Driver
Favor
05.2017 - 08.2018
- Picked up orders from various restaurants and delivered them to customers around the city
Sales Associate
American Eagle Outfitters
12.2015 - 02.2016
- Helped customers find items in the store and place online orders
- Restocked shelves with new items from the inventory
- Also worked here from June-August 2013
Education
Bachelor of Fine Arts - Theatre Performance and Production
Texas State University
05.2018
Skills
- Written and Verbal Communication
- Efficient Time Management
- Teamwork in Collaborative Work Environments
- Adaptability to Diverse Settings
- Creative Problem Solving
- Leadership
- Proficient in Microsoft Office, Google Workspace, Logic Pro X, Pro Tools
Timeline
Rehearsal Technician
Fort Knox Studios
05.2024 - Current
Studio Manager
No More Heroes Studios
09.2022 - 12.2023
Engineer's Assistant
Rax Trax Recording
03.2022 - 09.2024
Recess/Lunch Supervisor
JCC of Chicago
03.2021 - 06.2022
Sales Associate
Home Depot
05.2020 - 12.2020
Bookseller
Barnes & Noble
12.2019 - 03.2020
Staff Assistant
Paul Michaels Events, LLC
10.2019 - 08.2020
Server/Bartender
Pie Society
06.2018 - 06.2019
Delivery Driver
Favor
05.2017 - 08.2018
Marching Band Technician
Jack C. Hays High School
09.2016 - 11.2018
Sales Associate
American Eagle Outfitters
12.2015 - 02.2016
Bachelor of Fine Arts - Theatre Performance and Production
Texas State University
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