Raymond N. Ruffin III
Fairfield
Summary
A believer and follower of Jesus Christ and a 6-year member of the Travis AFB Chapel seeking to continue glorifying God at the Protestant worship services by applying 14+ years of instrument training and performance experience with numerous bands.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Protestant Gospel Service Lead Musician
USAF
Travis AFB, CA
06.2024 - Current
- Arranged weekly Gospel Hymns and Contemporary Gospel music compositions by renowned artists like Hezekiah Walker, Anthony Evans, and CeCe Winans.
- Enhanced team support by practicing independently ahead of rehearsals and worship services.
- Guided volunteer musicians in improving musical development by providing assistance with arrangements and answering any questions.
- Collaborated with Chaplains and other musicians with instrument and sound equipment needs for the facility.
- Created customized musical experiences for special programs such as Christmas Eve, Easter celebrations, memorial services, and weddings.
- Provided atmospheric, instrumental music prior to, throughout, and post service.
Protestant Praise & Worship Vocalist
Volunteer
Travis AFB, CA
05.2018 - Current
- Led worship services for Community and Gospel faith communities in absence/retreat of the Worship Director.
- Assumed the role of a singer or musician on an as-needed basis.
- Enhanced virtual worship services during global pandemic.
KC-10 Avionics Craftsman
USAF
Travis AFB, CA
07.2017 - Current
- Led KC-10A maintainers to power the Air Mobility Command’s Rapid Mobility mission.
- Diagnosed system malfunctions utilizing technical orders, wiring schematics, and test equipment.
- Oversaw and provided On-The-Job training to ensure high standards and career development in support of worldwide mission taskings.
Protestant Parish Advisory Council
Elected Vice President and President
Travis AFB, CA
09.2018 - 07.2021
- Recently elected as President over the council for FY2025.
- Led recurring meetings of an advising and coordinating body comprised of the leaders of the many Protestant ministries at Travis AFB.
- Recommended programs and policies deemed to be contributory to the development of the spiritual resiliency of the Travis Protestant Community.
- Effectively conveyed the Protestant Parish's needs and concerns to the Travis Chaplains.
- Coordinated diverse events and programs, such as a Yosemite Resiliency Hike for 42 Airmen from 21 units, Chapel Fellowship Meals, on base Base Drive-In movies, and a COVID-19 care package drive-thru.
- Formulated an official Designated Offering List consisting of preferred organizations and ministries to receive financial assistance in alignment with parish goals.
Music Student and Performer
Middle/High School & University of Memphis
Clarksville, TN
08.2003 - 04.2012
- Performed in orchestras, marching, and jazz bands.
- Served as Field Commander for high school marching band.
- Chosen as a musician of the renowned Mighty Sound of the South Band.
- Achieved first-chair positions in both Tennessee County and Mid-State bands.
Education
Associate - Aviation Maintenance Technology
Community College of The Air Force
Montgomery, AL09-2019
Skills
- Instrument proficient on the piano, clarinet, saxophone, and tuba
- Jazz experience
- Orchestra experience
- Gospel experience
- Musical arrangements understanding
- Strong Work Ethic
- Attention to detail
- Reliable and punctual
- Team building
- Time management
- Communication
Timeline
Protestant Gospel Service Lead Musician
USAF
06.2024 - Current
Protestant Parish Advisory Council
Elected Vice President and President
09.2018 - 07.2021
Protestant Praise & Worship Vocalist
Volunteer
05.2018 - Current
KC-10 Avionics Craftsman
USAF
07.2017 - Current
Music Student and Performer
Middle/High School & University of Memphis
08.2003 - 04.2012
Associate - Aviation Maintenance Technology
Community College of The Air Force
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