Ysidro "Danny" Martinez
Dallas
Summary
Dynamic Colorguard Director with a proven track record at Reedy High School, Highland Park High School, Lake Highlands High School, specializing in choreography development and team management. Recognized for enhancing student performance through tailored feedback and fostering a culture of excellence. Skilled in visual coordination and committed to inspiring teamwork and discipline among performers.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Colorguard Director
Reedy High School
08.2023 - Current
- Assisted in recruiting talented students through outreach efforts at local schools, open houses, and auditions.
- Provided constructive feedback to individual performers, leading to improved skills and confidence in their abilities.
- Consistently evaluated and adjusted training methods based on student progress, ensuring optimal results in the development of their skills.
- Collaborated with other staff members to plan and execute special events such as marching band contest, winterguard contest, and community performances.
- Managed budget and resources effectively, ensuring timely procurement of costumes, flags, and other necessary equipment for the team.
- Enhanced team performance by implementing effective training and practice routines for color guard members.
Colorguard Director
Highland Park High School
08.2012 - Current
- Assisted in recruiting talented students through outreach efforts at local schools, open houses, and auditions.
- Provided constructive feedback to individual performers, leading to improved skills and confidence in their abilities.
- Recognized and celebrated individual achievements, fostering a sense of pride and accomplishment among team members.
- Promoted a culture of excellence within the color guard program, inspiring students to strive for continuous improvement in their performances.
- Collaborated with other staff members to plan and execute special events such as parades, exhibitions, and community performances.
Colorguard Director
Lake Highlands High School
08.2009 - 05.2023
- Assisted in recruiting talented students through outreach efforts at local schools, open houses, and auditions.
- Mentored new members by providing valuable advice on technique, showmanship, and time management skills.
- Coordinated travel arrangements for competitions, ensuring safe transportation and accommodation for the entire team.
- Developed creative show concepts and coordinated with band directors to ensure seamless integration of color guard routines into overall performances.
- Established a positive learning environment that promoted teamwork, discipline, and respect among team members.
Education
High School Diploma -
Sam Houston High School
Arlington, TX05-1992
Skills
- Choreography development
- Rehearsal planning
- Team management
- Teaching techniques
- Music interpretation
- Administrative tasks
- Audition organization
- Visual coordination
- Costume design
- Flag technique
- Rifle technique
- Choreography expertise
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Time management
Former President of North Texas Colorguard Association, Hall of Fame member of NTCA
Serving as president of NTCA was one of the great accomplishments of my career, it taught me the value of creating and maintaining relationships with other creative individuals. While serving NTCA, I oversaw a enormous budget and collaborated with other board members to make sure the organization was financially healthy throughout the years. I also, developed and implemented a scholarship program that helped color guard students reach their goals of going to a place of higher learning after high school.
Timeline
Colorguard Director
Reedy High School
08.2023 - Current
Colorguard Director
Highland Park High School
08.2012 - Current
Colorguard Director
Lake Highlands High School
08.2009 - 05.2023
High School Diploma -
Sam Houston High School
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