Roderick Williams Jr
Chester,VA
Summary
Dedicated individual with a vast background in music, media and performance in many genres and settings. Aspiring to grow my skillset through different work experiences with a mindset that is persistent, determined and passionate about everything that I do.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Music Director
Norfolk State University Music Division
Norfolk , VA
08.2022 - 05.2024
- Head Director and Logistical leader of the Norfolk State University Jazz Combo
- Coordinated with musical talent to ensure successful execution of projects.
Musician (Drummer)
First Baptust Church Campostella
Norfolk , Virginia
08.2019 - Current
- Collaborated with other musicians to create unique soundscapes.
Musician
Royal Baptist Church
Petersburg , Virginia
01.2016 - Current
- Played Drums, and Piano at this location for multiple years
- Created custom arrangements for songs to fit the venue or occasion.
Musicain (Drummer)
The Mount Western Branch
Chesapeake, VA
12.2020 - 05.2021
- Maintain a professional attitude while working with other musicians in the studio or on stage.
- Set up and tune drum kit for recording sessions, live performances, and rehearsals.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Music Technology
Norfolk State University
Norfolk, VA05-2024
High School Diploma -
Thomas Dale High School
Chester, VA06-2019
Skills
- Effective Communicator
- Works well under pressure
- Adaptable
- Problem Solver
- Music Performance, Arranging and, Composition
- Music Theory Knowledge
- Audio Mixing
- Play Multiple Instruments Well
Affiliations
- Coordinator for Youth Christmas Toy Drive for the Underprivileged in Petersburg, Va
- Youth Coordinator for Royal Baptist Church (2016-2020)
Accomplishments
- Norfolk State Academic Honors (Spring 24, Spring 23, Fall 21)
- Member of Phi Mu Alpha Sinfonia Fraternity of America Inc. ( Spring 22)
- First Place in Wynton Marsalis Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra Jazz Competition with Norfolk State University
- 2023 Invitee to Grammy's NXT Generation Brunch hosted by Amazon Music and Black Music Collective
Certification
- Intern at The Mount Virginia Beach running live sound and engineering
- Licensed Barber in State of Virginia
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Music Director
Norfolk State University Music Division
08.2022 - 05.2024
Musicain (Drummer)
The Mount Western Branch
12.2020 - 05.2021
Musician (Drummer)
First Baptust Church Campostella
08.2019 - Current
Musician
Royal Baptist Church
01.2016 - Current
Bachelor of Arts - Music Technology
Norfolk State University
High School Diploma -
Thomas Dale High School
- Intern at The Mount Virginia Beach running live sound and engineering
- Licensed Barber in State of Virginia
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