NATALIE MALLIS
Brecksville
Summary
Dynamic Executive Artistic Director with an unbridled passion for creating community, excelling in project management, and community outreach. Renowned for visionary leadership and creative direction, cultivating collaboration, and encouraging innovation within diverse teams. Adaptable professional with a quick learning ability, and a talent for adjusting to new environments. Skilled in rapidly acquiring new knowledge and applying it effectively. Driven by a passion for continuous learning and successfully navigating change.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Executive Artistic Director
Bay Ocean Community Chorus
Tillamook
01.2024 - Current
- Led artistic vision for community chorus performances and events.
- Coordinated rehearsal schedules and resources for diverse musical programs.
- Developed partnerships with local artists and organizations for collaborative projects.
- Managed budget allocations for productions, ensuring financial sustainability.
- Supervised staff and volunteers to enhance operational efficiency during events.
- Curated musical selections that reflect community interests and cultural diversity.
- Facilitated workshops to engage members and promote vocal skills development.
- Evaluated performance feedback to refine programming and enhance audience experience.
Adjunct Professor
South Louisiana Community College
Lafayette
01.2023 - Current
- Utilized technology to enhance teaching methodologies and student engagement.
- Mentored students in academic and career planning throughout their studies.
- Coordinated with faculty to ensure alignment of educational objectives.
- Assessed student assignments and provided constructive feedback on performance.
- Developed curriculum for various subjects aligned with college standards.
- Facilitated engaging classroom discussions to enhance student understanding.
Director of Choirs
Reed College
Portland
01.2024 - 06.2024
- Conducted Reed Chorus and Collegium Musicum, fostering musical excellence and collaboration.
- Delivered engaging music instruction as Assistant Professor of Music and Visiting Instructor.
- Developed course materials to enhance student learning and performance outcomes.
- Collaborated with faculty to enhance curriculum design and delivery methods.
- Led strategic planning initiatives for academic programs and institutional growth.
Artistic Director
West Linn Community Choir
West Linn
01.2022 - 01.2024
- Collaborated with musicians to select repertoire that engages and inspires singers.
- Developed creative programming for diverse choir performances and community events.
- Conducted rehearsals, providing guidance and feedback to enhance vocal techniques.
- Coordinated logistics for performances, including venue selection and scheduling.
- Fostered relationships with local artists and organizations to expand community involvement.
- Mentored choir members, encouraging artistic growth and confidence in performances.
- Evaluated program effectiveness through participant feedback and community engagement surveys.
- Designed promotional materials to attract new participants and audiences to events.
- Hired personnel and engaged with community stakeholders.
Director of Choral Activities
Linfield University
McMinnville
01.2022 - 01.2023
- Conducted choral rehearsals and developed engaging vocal techniques.
- Collaborated with faculty to integrate music programs into academic curriculum.
- Organized and led community performances to promote student talent and engagement.
- Designed innovative choral arrangements for diverse musical styles and genres.
- Mentored student conductors to enhance leadership and performance skills.
- Fostered relationships with guest artists to enrich the choral program experience.
- Developed innovative curricula to ensure high-quality music education.
Director of Choral Studies and Music Education
Muskingum University
New Concord
01.2021 - 01.2022
- Concert Choir, Chamber Singers, Choral Society, Conducting, Choral Methods, Music Theory I, Music Theory II, Student Teacher Supervisor
- Developed strategic plans to enhance academic and operational effectiveness.
- Facilitated collaboration among departments to promote cohesive university initiatives.
- Led faculty recruitment and retention efforts to build a diverse educational team.
- Enhanced community engagement through outreach programs and partnerships.
- Facilitated collaboration between teams by encouraging open communication channels.
- Served as a public spokesperson at industry events or conferences.
- Identified opportunities for improvement in operational performance metrics.
- Developed and implemented comprehensive strategies to improve operational processes and organizational efficiency.
Director of Choral Studies
University of South Florida
Tampa
01.2019 - 01.2021
- Chamber Singers, University Singers, Advanced Conducting, Choral Methods, Choral Techniques; Graduate Choral Conducting: Choral Literature, Applied Conducting, Advanced Choral Techniques, Student Teacher Supervisor, Academic Advisor, Matadors Men's Chorus Advisor.
- Created engaging synchronous and asynchronous learning modules using e-learning platforms and tools (Instructure, Canvas) to integrate technology into the learning experience, enhancing engagement and effectiveness during COVID.
- Directed strategic initiatives to enhance academic programs and student engagement.
- Led recruitment efforts to attract diverse talent and promote inclusivity in hiring.
- Collaborated with faculty to develop innovative curriculum and course offerings.
- Engaged with community partners to foster relationships and enhance university outreach.
- Evaluated program effectiveness through data analysis and stakeholder feedback.
- Facilitated collaboration between teams by encouraging open communication channels.
- Coordinated resources across departments to maximize productivity levels.
- Promoted a culture of innovation and encouraged staff to contribute ideas.
Artistic Director
Singers' Club of Cleveland
Cleveland
01.2016 - 01.2019
- As Artistic Director, I was fully responsible for the following aspects of this community choral ensemble:
- Collaborating with Board of Directors on future vision of the organization
- Promoting Singers' Club with consistency: various media outlets
- Attending area arts events to establish and strengthen community partnerships
- Collaborating with Business Manager, singers, accompanist, musicians
- Establishing calendar of rehearsals and performances
- Identifying performance venues
- Supporting grant and funding initiatives
- Developing concert themes and selecting repertoire
- Conducting rehearsals and performances
- Compiling print copy for concert program booklets
- Designing stage production for performances
- Uplifting the spirit and camaraderie of our community chorus
Director of Choral Studies and Music Education
Bluffton University
Bluffton
01.2017 - 01.2018
- Teaching: Camerata Singers, University Chorale, Choral Society, Choral Methods, Conducting, Applied Voice, Becoming a Scholar, Music and Popular Culture, Musical Production; Academic Advisor.
- Facilitated collaboration among departments to promote cohesive university initiatives.
- Led faculty recruitment and retention efforts to build a diverse educational team.
- Enhanced community engagement through outreach programs and partnerships.
- Facilitated collaboration between teams by encouraging open communication channels.
- Mediated conflicts between employees and facilitated effective resolutions to disputes.
- Organized team activities to build camaraderie and foster pleasant workplace culture.
- Identified opportunities for improvement in operational performance metrics.
- Organized team activities to build camaraderie and foster a pleasant workplace culture.
Director of Music Ministries
First Christian Church
Wadsworth
01.2015 - 01.2017
- Led the Chancel Choir, Bel Canto Choir, Bells of First Christian Church, and Chalice Bells
- Supervised the Accompanist, Organist, and Contemporary Worship Leader
- Directed music ministry programs for diverse church services and events.
- Coordinated choir rehearsals and vocal training sessions for church members.
- Collaborated with pastoral staff to select appropriate worship music weekly.
- Managed audio-visual systems for seamless service presentations and recordings.
- Organized volunteer recruitment and training for music ministry participation.
- Developed educational workshops to enhance musical skills among congregants.
- Oversaw budget planning and resource allocation for music ministry initiatives.
- Maintained an up-to-date inventory of all instruments and equipment associated with the Church's Music Ministry program.
- Established guidelines for the proper care and use of musical instruments owned by the church.
- Worked closely with church leadership on developing strategies to promote participation in the Music Ministry program.
- Established guidelines for the proper care and use of musical instruments owned by the church.
Director of Choral Activities
Kent State University at Stark
North Canton
01.2014 - 01.2015
- Collaborated with faculty to integrate music programs into academic curriculum.
- Conducted choral rehearsals and developed engaging vocal techniques.
- Organized and led community performances to promote student talent and engagement.
- Designed innovative choral arrangements for diverse musical styles and genres.
- Evaluated student progress through regular assessments and constructive feedback.
- Coordinated with other faculty members to provide the best instruction possible.
- Developed innovative curricula to ensure high-quality music education.
- Provided leadership guidance and support to students involved in choral activities.
Managing Director
Garfield Heights Youth Theatre
Garfield Heights
08.2006 - 06.2010
- Directed youth theatre productions and managed overall program operations.
- Collaborated with staff to develop engaging educational programs and workshops.
- Coordinated community outreach efforts to increase youth participation in theatre arts.
- Oversaw budgeting and financial planning for theatre initiatives and events.
- Established partnerships with local schools to promote theatre education opportunities.
- Led strategic planning sessions to align goals with organizational mission and vision.
Performing Arts Teacher, Grades 5-8
Old Trail School
Bath
01.2007 - 01.2010
- Led Choir, Show Choir, Musical Theatre, Madrigal, Band, Wind Ensemble, Handchimes, Piano, Music in Popular Culture, World Drumming, General Music, GarageBand Composition
- Designed engaging lesson plans for diverse student groups in performing arts.
- Coordinated school productions, managing rehearsals and student participation.
- Developed curriculum aligned with state standards for arts education.
- Mentored students in vocal and instrumental techniques for performances.
- Collaborated with colleagues to integrate arts into interdisciplinary learning projects.
- Organized and directed student performances throughout the year.
- Attended conferences or seminars related to performing arts education in order to stay current with best practices.
- Utilized multimedia resources such as videos, software programs, and audio recordings during lessons.
- Attended conferences or seminars related to performing arts education to stay current with best practices.
Music Teacher, Grades 4-5
Maple Leaf Intermediate School
Garfield Heights
01.2006 - 01.2007
- Helped students appreciate the arts with instructional and immersive techniques.
- Implemented innovative teaching strategies to foster creativity in students.
- Collaborated with colleagues to design interdisciplinary music projects.
- Maintained a positive learning environment by providing encouragement and constructive criticism during lessons.
- Developed engaging lesson plans for diverse student groups.
- Helped students appreciate arts with instructional and immersive techniques.
- Developed relationships with students, parents, staff members, and administrators to ensure the best outcomes for all involved parties.
Education
M.S. - Gerontology
University of North Carolina At Greensboro
Greensboro, NCM.M. - Choral Conducting, Voice
Kent State University
Kent, OhioB.M. - Music Education
Bowling Green State University
Bowling Green, OhioD.M.A. (ABD) - Choral Conducting, Vocal Performance
University of North Texas
Denton, TexasSkills
- Problem solving
- Volunteer management
- Partnership development
- Curriculum design
- Budget oversight
- Creative direction
- Visionary leadership
- Audience engagement
- Event planning
- Community outreach
- Artistic collaboration
Timeline
Executive Artistic Director
Bay Ocean Community Chorus
01.2024 - Current
Director of Choirs
Reed College
01.2024 - 06.2024
Adjunct Professor
South Louisiana Community College
01.2023 - Current
Artistic Director
West Linn Community Choir
01.2022 - 01.2024
Director of Choral Activities
Linfield University
01.2022 - 01.2023
Director of Choral Studies and Music Education
Muskingum University
01.2021 - 01.2022
Director of Choral Studies
University of South Florida
01.2019 - 01.2021
Director of Choral Studies and Music Education
Bluffton University
01.2017 - 01.2018
Artistic Director
Singers' Club of Cleveland
01.2016 - 01.2019
Director of Music Ministries
First Christian Church
01.2015 - 01.2017
Director of Choral Activities
Kent State University at Stark
01.2014 - 01.2015
Performing Arts Teacher, Grades 5-8
Old Trail School
01.2007 - 01.2010
Managing Director
Garfield Heights Youth Theatre
08.2006 - 06.2010
Music Teacher, Grades 4-5
Maple Leaf Intermediate School
01.2006 - 01.2007
M.S. - Gerontology
University of North Carolina At Greensboro
M.M. - Choral Conducting, Voice
Kent State University
B.M. - Music Education
Bowling Green State University
D.M.A. (ABD) - Choral Conducting, Vocal Performance
University of North Texas