Skylie Thompson
Cyril,OK
Summary
Talented singer with 17 years of experience giving strong live performances. Skilled in expressing unique style through music, lyrics and interpretation. Enthusiastic and friendly that energizes and captures attention of audiences. Confident with great leadership qualities.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Singer Songwriter
Self-employeed
Cyril, OK
04.2013 - Current
- Applied knowledge of harmony, melody and voice production to individualize presentations and maintain audience interest.
- Expanded fan base and supported music by promoting talent on social media and capitalizing on latest online video trends.
- Performed in front of live audiences on television and as part of theater productions.
- Wrote and recorded original music in alignment with brand identity and creative goals.
- Collaborated with other artists on songwriting projects.
- Performed songs in gospel, pop and Country music genres.
- Expressed musical themes through tempo, phrasing, volume and dynamics.
- Managed the distribution of music through online platforms such as iTunes and Spotify.
- Learned acting and dancing skills required for dramatic singing roles.
- Promoted events and performances by participating in media interviews.
- Developed and wrote original songs for upcoming album.
- Recorded and produced vocal tracks in professional studio environment.
- Sing at churches across the state.
- Competed in multiple talent competitions.
Volunteer
regional food bank
Oklahoma City, OK
08.2019 - 05.2023
- Boxed family-sized boxes of groceries for distribution to families in need.
- Sorted and organized donations of canned goods, non-perishable food, and other items.
- Stocked shelves with donated food items.
Contestant
American Idol
Austin, TX
10.2021 - 02.2023
- Season 20 Episode 2
- Performed for national television.
- Promoted shows and performances through social media and community interaction.
- Motivated fellow cast members throughout long days of rehearsals or shows.
- Promoted events and performances by participating in media interviews.
- Applied knowledge of harmony, melody and voice production to individualize presentations and maintain audience interest.
- Performed songs in gospel, pop and Country music genres.
- Collaborated with other songwriters, musicians, and producers to arrange and record songs.
Character Performer
Self-employeed
Cyril, OK
06.2020 - 10.2021
- Performed as Rapunzel at multiple birthday parties.
- Performed songs from movies of whichever character I was playing.
- Interacted with children, danced, did their makeup, and took pictures.
- Wonder Women at a birthday party, took pictures, sang happy birthday.
- Mermaid at a birthday party, mermaid makeup, swimming, pictures, etc.
- Elsa at a birthday party, played games, danced, and sang "Let it go".
- Impersonated mannerisms and voices of others and contorted face to amuse audiences.
- Used singing, dancing and musical instruments to enhance performances.
Snow Cone Maker
Snack Shak
Cyril, OK
04.2017 - 07.2021
- Warmly greeted visitors to promote great customer service and positive ordering experience.
- Followed recipes for creating different types of flavored syrups used on top of the snow cone.
- Prepared and served snow cones to customers in a timely manner.
- Welcomed and thanked guests to demonstrate appreciation for patronage.
- Greeted guests pleasantly, discussing specialty flavors and answering allergen concerns.
- Assembled and served meals according to specific guest requirements.
- Promoted new flavors or special offers available through social media outlets.
- Cleaned counters, tables and fountain equipment, following quality checkpoints.
- Maintained high standards of customer service during high-volume work shifts and fast-paced operations.
- Provided customer service by answering questions about flavors, sizes and cost of items.
- Maintained safe food handling practices to prevent germ spread.
- Restocked napkins, condiments and utensils at self-service areas during slow periods.
Missionary Volunteer
The Assembly
Cyril, OK
06.2014 - 06.2019
- Assisted with missionary program fundraising efforts by promoting the fundraiser on different social media platforms.
- Traveled to Haiti on 4 different missions.
- Helped to build a church in Titanyen, Haiti.
- Provided food for multiple orphanages.
- Sponsored a child to go to school for 4 years.
- Learned minimal creole to somewhat communicate.
- Interacted with children, playing games with them, painting nails, coloring etc.
- Put on a vacation bible school for children of Titanyen Haiti.
- Organized charity and fundraising events to raise money for great cause.
- Coordinated with group of 20 other missionaries to carry out on-site work.
- Led worship services to share faith with congregants and community.
- Supported people going through difficult times by offering counseling, supplies and housing.
- Worked closely with translators to assist with communication and translation of scripture for community members speaking Creole.
Education
High School Diploma -
Cyril High School
Cyril, OK05-2023
Some College (No Degree) - Marketing
Oklahoma State University
Stillwater, OKSome College (No Degree) -
Redlands Community College
El Reno, OKSkills
- Confidence
- Team Leadership
- Relationship Building
- Stage Performance
- Social Media Platforms
- Projecting Vocally
Affiliations
- Singing
- Acting
- Athletics (Basketball, Track, Cheer)
- Crochet
Accomplishments
- Valedictorian
- 4.0 GPA
- Songwriter of Buckle Bunny, Mars, and Memphis
- Contestant on American Idol
- All Star Cheerleader
Timeline
Contestant
American Idol
10.2021 - 02.2023
Character Performer
Self-employeed
06.2020 - 10.2021
Volunteer
regional food bank
08.2019 - 05.2023
Snow Cone Maker
Snack Shak
04.2017 - 07.2021
Missionary Volunteer
The Assembly
06.2014 - 06.2019
Singer Songwriter
Self-employeed
04.2013 - Current
High School Diploma -
Cyril High School
Some College (No Degree) - Marketing
Oklahoma State University
Some College (No Degree) -
Redlands Community College
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