I am an accomplished leader with over 20 years of experience driving organizational excellence through strategic leadership and high-performing teams. I specialize in creating innovative, technology-enhanced live events that captivate audiences and deliver measurable results. My strengths include financial stewardship, cross-functional collaboration, and building mission-aligned teams. I thrive on turning ideas into actionable plans and transforming aspirations into tangible outcomes, delivering sustainable growth for organizations and communities I care about.…

David Bauer

I am an accomplished leader with over 20 years of experience driving organizational excellence through strategic leadership and high-performing teams. I specialize in creating innovative, technology-enhanced live events that captivate audiences and deliver measurable results. My strengths include financial stewardship, cross-functional collaboration, and building mission-aligned teams. I thrive on turning ideas into actionable plans and transforming aspirations into tangible outcomes, delivering sustainable growth for organizations and communities I care about.…

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I am an accomplished leader with over 20 years of experience driving organizational excellence through strategic leadership and high-performing teams. I specialize in creating innovative, technology-enhanced live events that captivate audiences and deliver measurable results.

My strengths include financial stewardship, cross-functional collaboration, and building mission-aligned teams. I thrive on turning ideas into actionable plans and transforming aspirations into tangible outcomes, delivering sustainable growth for organizations and communities I care about.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Director at Ravenscroft (Music Serving the Word)
July 1, 2021 - Present
Led the successful launch of a $30M Ravenscroft facility in 2021, initiating programming and operations for Ravenscroft Hall and Jazzbird, and producing over 350 patron and VIP events since opening. Managed cross-functional teams, contractors, and external partners supporting weekly events; established efficient operations for the live events venue; oversaw AVL equipment, vendors, scheduling, personnel, and patron support; built a diverse, mission-aligned team; grew patron base to 25,000+ through strategic MarTech and programming; represented Ravenscroft and MSW at public live events, media, and TV appearances; implemented ticketing systems generating $500,000+ in revenue since Oct 2021; collaborated with CEO to reduce final AVL system install costs by $120K in Q1 2022.
Systems Consultant at CSD Group, Inc.
January 1, 2020 - December 31, 2021
Direct sales consultant designing and installing complete AVL (audio-video-lighting) systems for clients. Drove customer satisfaction by delivering solutions tailored to their needs and supporting their mission. Deployed multiple AVL systems for Arizona houses of worship totaling over $600K in project revenue. Cultivated dozens of relationships with vendors creating opportunities for business expansion. Led product demos for clients, driving additional sales opportunities and enhancing client relationships.
Executive Programming Director at Journey Church
January 1, 2014 - December 31, 2018
Developed Creative Arts outreach serving 400 attenders weekly. Provided executive oversight and AVL design for new 300-seat event and performance space. Executed and produced weekly events, managed musicians, and led production teams. Programmed audio stems and MIDI-synchronized lyrics to media and motion picture.
Executive Director of Worship at Calvary Community Church
January 1, 2012 - December 31, 2014
Directed team of 10 full-time staff and managed 250+ volunteers within the Creative Arts team. Strategized all technical aspects of weekly live broadcasts with cross-functional teams. Streamlined team operations and resource allocation to optimize efficiency and cost-effectiveness.
Managing Producer, Arranger at PraiseCharts Publishing
January 1, 2004 - December 31, 2021
Launched & managed audio track products, supporting thousands of songs in the online catalog. Produced multitrack audio stems for hundreds of songs in the digital catalog. Managed a team of audio producers across the US & Canada and provided ongoing customer support.
Adjunct Instructor at Grand Canyon University
January 1, 2019 - December 31, 2021
Curriculum author, and subject matter expert in Worship Arts & Production degree program. Instructor for multiple audio recording and worship technologies courses on campus.

Education

Bachelor of Arts, Music at Northwest Nazarene University
January 11, 2030 - May 8, 2026

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Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Non-Profit Organization, Education, Professional Services
    paper Quiet Moments

    Instrumental worship album featuring popular worship songs and melodies. “Quiet Moments of Instrumental Worship” by David Bauer captures the soul and moves you in to the presence of peace and tranquility. Flowing melodies and gentle instrumentation paired with familiar songs of worship usher the listener in to a peaceful experience deep in the heart. David’s cinematic artistry in piano, strings, winds and synth beds are a perfect compliment to times of solitude, rest, peace and renewal.

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    paper Renewal

    Instrumental worship album of popular worship songs and melodies. “Renewal” by David Bauer captures the soul and moves you in to the presence of peace and tranquility. Flowing melodies and gentle instrumentation paired with familiar songs of worship usher the listener in to a peaceful experience deep in the heart. David’s cinematic artistry in piano, strings, winds and synth beds are a perfect compliment to times of solitude, rest, peace and renewal.

    https://www.twine.net/signin

    paper Rest

    Instrumental worship album of popular worship songs and melodies. Nearly 67 minutes of continuous familiar melodies, peaceful piano and strings, and a slightly slower pace of the music helps the listener find peace and rest after a busy day. David’s music is also a perfect compliment to times of solitude, relaxation, devotions and prayer.

    https://www.twine.net/signin