Shatoi Johnsom
Detroit,MI
Summary
Dynamic Worship Leader with a proven track record at Faith Nations City Church, enhancing worship experiences through exceptional vocal talent and musical proficiency. Spearheaded a 25% growth in music ministry team size, showcasing leadership development and multicultural sensitivity. Excels in creative vision and effective communication, driving spiritual growth and community engagement.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Worship Leader
Faith Nations City Church
01.2009 - Current
- Performed as versatile vocalist and instrumentalist to support inspirational worship services.
- Developed a vibrant volunteer worship team by providing ongoing mentorship, training, and support for team members.
- Developed programs for holidays and unique events.
- Fostered spiritual growth among team members by facilitating regular Bible studies, prayer meetings, and group discussions.
- Supported pastor in discerning and meeting spiritual needs and helped church members and guests develop sense of belonging.
- Recruited volunteers for choirs and worship teams.
Worship Leader
Canton Christian Fellowship Church
08.2020 - 04.2024
- Collaborated with pastoral staff to plan worship services that aligned with sermon themes and reinforced spiritual messages.
- Engaged congregation through musical worship experience by spreading vitality.
- Introduced contemporary worship styles alongside traditional hymns, creating an engaging atmosphere that appealed to a broader range of congregants.
- Recruited new members to the music ministry through targeted outreach efforts, growing the team by 25% over three years.
- Bridged generational and cultural differences by selecting balance of musical styles for every service and presenting spiritual context.
- Rehearsed choir and conducted warm-up prior to services.
Worship Leader
Conquerors Church
06.2020 - 01.2021
- Managed administrative tasks such as scheduling, communication, and budgeting to ensure the smooth operation of the worship department.
- Organized special events such as concerts or conferences that promoted community involvement and spiritual growth opportunities for attendees.
- Cultivated a culture of excellence among musicians by implementing regular rehearsals and providing constructive feedback.
- Collaborated with audiovisual teams to create seamless integration between music, lighting, and multimedia components in worship experiences.
- Recruited talented musicians and vocalists to build a diverse worship team, ensuring the representation of various skills and backgrounds.
- Coordinated music and special vocals for worship services.
Worship Team Member
Triumph Church
03.2016 - 12.2020
- Supported a cohesive team environment through effective communication and active participation in team meetings and rehearsals.
- Contributed to the spiritual growth of congregation members by fostering an atmosphere conducive to worship and reflection.
- Cultivated a culture of excellence within the worship team by consistently demonstrating professionalism, punctuality, and dedication to personal growth in musicianship and spiritual development.
- Performed solo pieces during offertory segments or other designated times within services as requested by leadership staff.
- Collaborated with worship leaders to develop and execute engaging, meaningful, and inspiring worship sets.
- Applied knowledge of harmony, melody, rhythm, and voice production to individualize presentations and maintain audience interest.
Education
High School Diploma -
Ferndale High School
Ferndale, MI06.2006
Skills
- Vocal experience
- Songwriting
- Stage presence
- Song Selection
- Creative vision
- Multicultural Sensitivity
- Prayer leadership
- Spiritual discernment
- Stage designs
- Teaching
- Mission-oriented
- Community Service
- Leadership Development
- Spiritual leadership
- Team Oversight
- Musical proficiency
- Public Speaking
- Children's ministry
- Preaching
- Officiating
- Sermon Preparation
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Multitasking
- Reliability
- Excellent Communication
- Organizational Skills
- Team Collaboration
- Active Listening
- Effective Communication
- Adaptability and Flexibility
- Decision-Making
- Self Motivation
- Interpersonal Skills
- Analytical Thinking
- Goal Setting
- Professionalism
- Music management
- Cultural relevance
Affiliations
- Background vocals on Vickie Winans' "I hear the music in the air"
- Background vocals for Dorinda Clark-Cole's "Wait on him"
- Background vocals for Jason Nelson, LeAndria Johnson, Lilian Lyold, Nikki Ross, and more
Timeline
Worship Leader
Canton Christian Fellowship Church
08.2020 - 04.2024
Worship Leader
Conquerors Church
06.2020 - 01.2021
Worship Team Member
Triumph Church
03.2016 - 12.2020
Worship Leader
Faith Nations City Church
01.2009 - Current
High School Diploma -
Ferndale High School
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