Roderick Zeman
Amarillo,Texas
Summary
Qualified candidate with rich background in directing and curating artistic productions. Successfully led various projects, enhancing creative visions and bringing innovative concepts to life. Demonstrated exceptional leadership and collaborative skills, ensuring cohesive teamwork and outstanding results.
Overview
39
39
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Artistic Director
Amarillo Youth Choirs
01.2022 - Current
- Oversaw rehearsal schedules, ensuring efficient use of time while maintaining high artistic standards throughout the process.
- Facilitated communication between all team members, fostering a positive work environment for creativity to thrive.
- Managed auditions and cast selection processes, assembling talented ensembles for each production season.
- Increased audience attendance through engaging marketing campaigns that showcased the artistic talent of the ensemble.
Esser Tutor
Amarillo Independent School District
09.2021 - 05.2024
- Supported students with helpful study habits and exam strategies.
- Motivated students towards learning and studying to build self-confidence and reduce fear of failure.
- Provided one-on-one tutoring sessions, tailoring instruction to meet the specific needs of each student while promoting independent learning skills.
Bookkeeper
Glenda McCrary, PC
08.2018 - 04.2019
- Maintained and processed invoices, deposits, and money logs.
- Managed accounts payable and receivable activities, maintaining vendor relationships and positive cash flow.
- Completed payroll for employees and maintained detailed records of procedures.
- Reconciled and corrected issues with financial records.
Choir Director
Bushland High School
08.2010 - 05.2012
- Taught two choirs and assisted at Bushland Middle School
- UIL Sweepstakes trophy - 2013
Choir Director
Amarillo Independent School District
08.1998 - 05.2010
- Taught choirs at Travis MS, Travis 6th, Austin MS, Crockett MS, Tascosa HS (assistant), and Bonham MS
- UIL Sweepstakes trophies – 2000, 2001, 2003, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017
- Boosted choir enrollment at each school – taught up to 400 students/year
Assistant Artistic Director
Amarillo Youth Choirs
01.1996 - 01.2002
- Taught the boys’ and girls’ preparatory choirs and assisted with the boys’ and girls’ concert choirs
Assistant Choir Director
Dumas Junior High School
08.1997 - 05.1998
- Taught three sixth-grade choirs daily and assisted at junior high and high school
Owner/Manager
Inter-Faith Book and Music Store
01.1988 - 01.1996
- Selected and purchased merchandise; managed inventory
- Hired and trained personnel
- Managed payroll, accounts receivable and payable, profit and loss statements, and other bookkeeping
- Spear-headed marketing and advertising campaigns, recorded ads
Medic
United States Air Force
05.1986 - 07.1987
- Managed medical supply inventory, ensuring the availability of necessary equipment and medications for optimal patient care.
- Maintained accurate medical records, ensuring timely access to vital information for informed decision-making in patient care.
- Continuously updated personal skills set through professional development courses and training seminars related to emerging trends in medicine.
Education
Bachelor of Music -
West Texas A&M University
08.1998
Skills
- Project management
- Microsoft Office Suite
- Schedule coordination
- Material selection
- Project design
- Advertising and promotion
Accomplishments
Selected as Campus Teacher of the Year – 2009, 2016
Selected Airman of the Quarter 1987
Certification
Texas teacher certificate, All-Level Music August 1999
Timeline
Artistic Director
Amarillo Youth Choirs
01.2022 - Current
Esser Tutor
Amarillo Independent School District
09.2021 - 05.2024
Bookkeeper
Glenda McCrary, PC
08.2018 - 04.2019
Choir Director
Bushland High School
08.2010 - 05.2012
Choir Director
Amarillo Independent School District
08.1998 - 05.2010
Assistant Choir Director
Dumas Junior High School
08.1997 - 05.1998
Assistant Artistic Director
Amarillo Youth Choirs
01.1996 - 01.2002
Owner/Manager
Inter-Faith Book and Music Store
01.1988 - 01.1996
Medic
United States Air Force
05.1986 - 07.1987
Bachelor of Music -
West Texas A&M University
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