SAMUEL GOODE
Birmingham,AL
Summary
Former band director with a proven track record in leadership, planning, and relationship-building. Currently leveraging expertise in instrumental music sales. Skilled at fostering a positive and engaging classroom environment for faculty, staff, and students alike. Known for meticulous attention to detail and strong work ethic, brings a successful background in instrumental music education to every endeavor.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Inside Sales Representative
Art's Music Shop, Inc.
06.2024 - Current
- Successfully managed sales of musical instruments to schools and individual customers, specializing in bulk orders and tailored solutions for educational institutions.
- Facilitated large-scale sales of musical instruments to schools by conducting on-site visits, providing expert advice, and ensuring customer satisfaction with tailored product offerings.
- Delivered exceptional sales support to schools and educational programs, coordinating bulk instrument orders and offering personalized service to meet the unique needs of music educators.
Director of Bands
Rudd Middle School
07.2021 - 06.2024
- Responsible for handling inventory and maintenance contracts for new instruments and equipment for the department.
- Voted in as the Head of the Fine Arts Department by fellow staff members to represent the school in Jefferson County.
- Overtook recruiting efforts for the program, resulting in a record increase of new members by 133% within a two-year span
- Coordinated on marketing events with vendors and local repair shops to better increase student access to needed services.
- In charge of creating and adapting daily, weekly, and monthly target goals to meet performance deadlines.
Assistant Director of Bands
Pleasant Grove High School
07.2019 - 07.2021
- Collaborated with both staff and administration to strategically enhance and optimize facility operations.
- Managed the procurement and acquisition of equipment utilizing state and local allocations.
- Organized and engaged in community outreach events, participated to foster meaningful connections, and promote brand awareness.
- Engaged in collaboration with staff from diverse departments to drive synergy and accomplish various initiatives.
Professional Musician
Self-employeed
01.2020 - Current
- Contracted to play french horn for various professional venues.
- Taught private music lessons, adapting tuition to ages and skill levels.
- Earned a reputation for professionalism by maintaining punctuality, preparedness, and effective communication in all interactions with clients and colleagues.
Education
Master of Arts - Music Education
University of Alabama At Birmingham
Birmingham, AL08.2022
Bachelor of Music Education - Instrumental Music
Auburn University
Auburn, AL05.2019
High School Diploma -
Oak Mountain High School
Birmingham, AL05.2015
Skills
- Effective Communication
- Product Expertise
- Customer Service
- Problem Solving
- Business Acumen
- Sales Demoing
- Negotiating
Certification
- Class A, P-12, Elementary-Secondary, Instrumental Music
- Class B, P-12, Elementary-Secondary, Choral Music, Instrumental Music
Community Service
- Member of Alabama Winds
- Member and Guest Conductor of Birmingham Wind Ensemble
- Tutor at Linking Learning of Auburn/Opelika- 2018
Timeline
Inside Sales Representative
Art's Music Shop, Inc.
06.2024 - Current
Director of Bands
Rudd Middle School
07.2021 - 06.2024
Professional Musician
Self-employeed
01.2020 - Current
Assistant Director of Bands
Pleasant Grove High School
07.2019 - 07.2021
Bachelor of Music Education - Instrumental Music
Auburn University
High School Diploma -
Oak Mountain High School
Master of Arts - Music Education
University of Alabama At Birmingham
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