Provided private drum instruction, guiding 5-7 students per session using method books and technique-focused YouTube videos; explained notation and visualization of professional drummers performing live; organized rehearsals and scheduled sessions; broadened student repertoires by highlighting performances from professional musicians.

Podcast Engineer at Sportz and Thingz

January 1, 2020 - Present

Mixed and mastered audio tracks for diverse projects; coordinated with music directors to align audio production with artistic vision; recorded and mixed audio for albums, podcasts, and commercials.

Agency Performance Musician at Broadsound Entertainment

January 1, 2010 - Present

Arranged and adapted existing musical pieces for specific band configurations; conducted rehearsals to ensure cohesive sound and performance quality; executed and managed live performances at weddings, corporate events, showcases, and other events to entertain audiences.

Founder and Music Director at DC LOVES DILLA

January 1, 2006 - January 1, 2015

Enhanced music by adapting arrangements and incorporating special techniques; directed arrangements and individual performances for weddings, corporate, and community events; recruited new talents for musical and vocal performances; improved performances by coaching vocalists and musicians on techniques.

Drum Line Instructor at Georgetown University

August 1, 2012 - May 1, 2015

Instructed pep band drum line with warm up exercises; composed drum charts for performances at collegiate games; accelerated proper technique to prolong performances by 30%.

Band Director at Green Hedges School

September 1, 2006 - June 1, 2009

Shaped musical performances with gestures to set standards for tempo and volume; instructed and directed music during rehearsals and performances, conducting beginning instrumentalists to determine tempo, pitch and volume; developed unique musical and tonal structures with expert use of musical theory and harmonizing abilities.

Agency Musician at Broadsound Entertainment

September 1, 2010 - Present

On-stage performer for live audiences, collaborating with talented musicians and vocalists at various events; improved skills and diversified profile by listening to and recognizing mastered performances.

Drum Line Instructor at Georgetown University

September 1, 2006 - June 1, 2009

Instructed pep band drum line with warm-up exercises; composed drum charts for performances at collegiate games; accelerated proper technique to prolong performances by 30%.

Music Director at DC LOVES DILLA

February 1, 2004 - April 1, 2017

Managed rehearsals for up to 25-30 performers by directing vocalists and instrumentalists; composed, arranged, and orchestrated music with traditional and digital methods based on creative specifications; enhanced music by adapting arrangements and incorporating special techniques.

Music Director at Virginia Music Adventures

February 1, 2004 - April 1, 2017

Coached rehearsals, sectional practices, directed, and instructed 3 music performance ensembles in the jazz field of young high school musicians; coordinated rehearsals and performances.