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Zach Dresch

Sioux Falls,SD

Summary

Versatile and dynamic, with a proven track record from my time with bands over the last 15+ years, I excel in delivering high-energy performances and engaging improvisation. My expertise spans from drumming with a broad rhythmic range to enhancing live shows with my experience in stand up comedy, acting and improv comedy, underscored by strong collaborative skills and self-motivation. Achievements include releasing three albums and refining live entertainment across diverse genres and formats.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience

Work History

Drummer /Professional Musician

Multiple Bands
01.2013 - Current
  • My band the Disarmed has three albums out, been playing with them since 2012 when we formed it
  • We have three albums out and a soon-to-be-released single
  • Only played one cover in our career
  • Main cover band I'm in is called Aliens Do Exist
  • Artists covered include Muse, the Killers, Green Day, Blink-182, Foo Fighters, Soundgarden, Alice in Chains, Nirvana, the Strokes, Bloodhound Gang, Presidents of the United States of America, Paramore, etc. Also covered Steely Dan, Rush, Hendrix, Rolling Stones, Zeppelin, Velvet Underground, etc in other bands as well.
  • Play 4 hour high energy shows
  • Other bands include a rockabilly group called Big Red Rawkit Riot, a pop punk group called Shock Value, and a blues rock trio called Sharon's Little Helpers

Stand Up Comedian

Self
03.2014 - Current
  • Managed personal brand by maintaining an up-to-date website featuring tour dates, video clips, and contact information for booking inquiries.
  • Developed unique comedic routines tailored to diverse audiences for increased laughter and satisfaction rates.
  • Refined improvisational skills through regular participation in workshops and classes, enhancing overall stage performance versatility.
  • Adapted material promptly based on real-time audience feedback for continuous improvement of live shows.

Drummer

Duel Purpose (Improv All Request)
07.2021 - Current

Can play all request shows due to my vast knowledge of music history

Can remember drum parts very quickly and sing as well

Can improv parts on the fly and can lock in the pocket and groove with the rest of them so to speak

Improv Falls

Improv Troupe Member
11.2018 - Current
  • Can do improv shows and entertain with merely a nugget of a suggestion from the audience.
  • Work effectively in fast-paced shows.
  • Can adapt to new situations on the fly.
  • Can guarantee to have a good time no matter what.

Vehicle Valuator

CCC Information Services
01.2021 - Current
  • Customers total their cars, and I look into the current vehicle market of their year/make/model and see how much their car is going for to find them a replacement ASAP.
  • Communicate with insurance adjusters on what their customer's car is going for
  • Work with coworkers on what they need to generate quality customer service
  • Work remotely at home

Wine and Spirits Associate / Clerk

HyVee
06.2011 - 01.2021

Helped customers find the right alcoholic product of their choosing, whether it be wine, beer, vodka, whiskey, etc. Was responsible for their fun times. Stocked the shelves as well, and rang up customers all while keeping quality customer service.

Radio DJ / Program Manager / Work Study

KCFS
06.2012 - 05.2015

Was a radio DJ at KCFS, our college radio station for University of Sioux Falls. Provided a wide range of artists and played them on the air, while maintaining a following keep the humor and good music going. Was also program manager and helped schedule new and incoming DJs and was there whenever the station needed assistance in any way, shape or form.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Communication Studies And Theater

University of Sioux Falls
Sioux Falls
05-2015

Skills

  • Self-motivation and discipline
  • Clear communication
  • Endurance and stamina
  • Improvising
  • Groove / in the pocket
  • Only flashy when it calls for it but not a show-off
  • Collaborative team player
  • Musical arrangements
  • Dynamic control
  • Recording studio experience
  • Broad rhythmic range
  • Smooth transitions

Timeline

Drummer

Duel Purpose (Improv All Request)
07.2021 - Current

Vehicle Valuator

CCC Information Services
01.2021 - Current

Improv Falls

Improv Troupe Member
11.2018 - Current

Stand Up Comedian

Self
03.2014 - Current

Drummer /Professional Musician

Multiple Bands
01.2013 - Current

Radio DJ / Program Manager / Work Study

KCFS
06.2012 - 05.2015

Wine and Spirits Associate / Clerk

HyVee
06.2011 - 01.2021

Bachelor of Arts - Communication Studies And Theater

University of Sioux Falls
Zach Dresch