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William Barber

PRAIRIEVILLE,LA

Summary

Dynamic and dedicated professional with experience at Southeastern Louisiana University, excelling in technical support and music education. Proven ability in time management and verbal communication, fostering engaging learning environments. Skilled in media and recording options, with a strong focus on student success and performance preparation.

Overview

1
1
year of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Technical Assistant

Southeastern Louisiana University
10.2024 - Current
  • Worked with stage technicians set up and calibrate lighting, microphones and recording equipment.
  • Stored, loaded and unloaded set pieces and technical equipment for daily performances.
  • Assisted in all technical and practical effect setup for musical and dance performances and broke down all equipment at close of each show.
  • Worked with team of 5 to put all props and set pieces in place and supervised prop movements at correct times during performances.
  • Reviewed activities for production team to complete tasks on time.
  • Maintained schedules, managed deadlines, and interfaced with teammates to support production activities.
  • Stayed alert, active, and ready to respond to any request at any time using variety of available resources.
  • Assisted crews with set building and pointed out problems that could be potential safety issues.
  • Spoke intelligently and enthusiastically regarding current music and performers to engage and entertain listeners.

Private Music Instructor

Music and Arts
03.2024 - Current
  • Planned and prepared individual music lessons to support student needs.
  • Created encouraging, fun and focused lesson atmosphere.
  • Prepared students for auditions for institutions by aiding with music selection, assigning practice hours required for mastery of piece and assessing progress and accuracy in playing.
  • Motivated students to practice music by offering positive reinforcement and encouraging progress.
  • Tutored students in musical theory principals.
  • Acquired teaching materials and resources to facilitate music instruction.
  • Assessed student readiness to join band or ensemble and submitted recommendations.
  • Evaluated student music abilities by providing feedback and written reports.
  • Explained music theory, aural skills and fundamental concepts to teach students to understand, analyze, perform and create music.
  • Familiarized students with basic concepts of music such as notes, tempo, symphony, beats, compositions, and chords.

Office Assistant

Thermal Solutions LLC
05.2024 - 01.2025
  • Prepared and edited documents to produce precise, accurate and professional communication.
  • Answered and managed incoming and outgoing calls while recording accurate messages for distribution to office staff.
  • Input data into spreadsheets and databases.
  • Supported staff on special assignments and ad hoc projects.
  • Processed incoming and outgoing mail and packages according to established procedures.
  • Compiled and analyzed data to produce reports.
  • Promptly received and forwarded incoming communications, such as phone calls, emails, and letters, to appropriate staff.
  • Assisted with onboarding of new employees.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Music Education

Southeastern Louisiana University
Hammond, LA
05-2027

Skills

  • Media and recording options
  • Customer or student assistance
  • User training
  • Call handling
  • Mail handling
  • Time management
  • Positive attitude
  • Verbal communication
  • Audition prep
  • Group instruction
  • Performance techniques
  • Music education

Certification

Safe Sitter Certification

Timeline

Technical Assistant

Southeastern Louisiana University
10.2024 - Current

Office Assistant

Thermal Solutions LLC
05.2024 - 01.2025

Private Music Instructor

Music and Arts
03.2024 - Current

Bachelor of Arts - Music Education

Southeastern Louisiana University
William Barber