Hi, I’m Parker LaRue, a multi-instrumentalist, worship leader, and music producer based in Phoenix. I bring extensive experience in guitar, piano, bass, audio editing, in-studio recording, and live sound to create engaging musical experiences for worship, education, and community events. I’ve supported youth ministries, campus events, and church productions through hands-on technical work and collaborative leadership. I excel at building relationships, mentoring volunteers, coordinating schedules, and leading teams to deliver polished sound and meaningful artistic experiences. I’m passionate about developing people around me, solving problems on the fly, and aligning music with a shared mission to inspire and connect with audiences.

Parker LaRue

Hi, I’m Parker LaRue, a multi-instrumentalist, worship leader, and music producer based in Phoenix. I bring extensive experience in guitar, piano, bass, audio editing, in-studio recording, and live sound to create engaging musical experiences for worship, education, and community events. I’ve supported youth ministries, campus events, and church productions through hands-on technical work and collaborative leadership. I excel at building relationships, mentoring volunteers, coordinating schedules, and leading teams to deliver polished sound and meaningful artistic experiences. I’m passionate about developing people around me, solving problems on the fly, and aligning music with a shared mission to inspire and connect with audiences.

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Hi, I’m Parker LaRue, a multi-instrumentalist, worship leader, and music producer based in Phoenix. I bring extensive experience in guitar, piano, bass, audio editing, in-studio recording, and live sound to create engaging musical experiences for worship, education, and community events. I’ve supported youth ministries, campus events, and church productions through hands-on technical work and collaborative leadership.

I excel at building relationships, mentoring volunteers, coordinating schedules, and leading teams to deliver polished sound and meaningful artistic experiences. I’m passionate about developing people around me, solving problems on the fly, and aligning music with a shared mission to inspire and connect with audiences.

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Work Experience

Freshman Football Head Coach at Cactus Shadows High School
April 1, 2024 - Present
Train and mentor players in conditioning, technique and strategy; develop and execute offensive/defensive schemes; coach during practices and games; maintain records and statistics; oversee practice/game schedules and team budget; build relationships with players, parents and staff; ensure safety and uphold certifications.
Senior Store Manager at Grand Canyon Beverage Company
March 1, 2022 - Present
Conducted new hire orientations, provided leadership and mentoring; trained staff on guidelines and guest service; collaborated with team to ensure high-quality service; cultivated vendor relationships for events; reserved space/equipment for events; managed inventory and stock levels; coordinated with departments for catering and event services.
Packaging & Fulfillment at The Scottsdale Mint
July 1, 2021 - February 1, 2022
Maintained steady flow of customer orders and shipments; ensured materials were available for smooth daily operations; received/logged deliveries; checked inventory and prepared client orders; packaged and shipped orders daily.
Campus Manager + Behavioral Health Technician at Devereux Advanced Behavioral Health
June 1, 2019 - July 1, 2021
Campus manager of staff and patients; ensured safety and well-being; cultivated relationships with patients; communication director between patient contacts, police, nurses and management; managed scheduling; trained and evaluated staff in behavior management; first point of contact for staff; maintained calm demeanor during high-stress periods.
Youth Worship Leader + Director (Contracted) at First Christian Church
February 1, 2019 - June 1, 2020
Chose songs, scheduled band members, coordinated practices and materials; managed audio-visual production for weekly services; recruited and trained student volunteers; coordinated worship events and camp sessions; supported Youth Pastor with teachings and community activities.
Shift Manager at Starbucks Coffee
August 1, 2014 - May 1, 2019
Led a team to deliver a high-quality experience; delegated responsibilities; trained team in beverage preparation, customer service, cash handling; created schedules; managed store operations to meet targets.
Volunteer Staff Leader & Worship Band Member at Highlands Church
January 1, 2008 - January 1, 2015
Volunteer staff leader and worship band member for youth ministries; Internship as worship director (2013-2015).
Junior High Worship Director (Intern) at Scottsdale Bible Church
January 1, 2015 - January 1, 2017
Internship as junior high worship director.
Worship Band Member (Volunteer) at Redemption Church Arcadia
January 1, 2017 - January 1, 2018
Band member volunteer for worship and services.
Worship & Production Volunteer at Christ Church Central Phoenix
January 1, 2021 - Present
Worship and production volunteer supporting weekly services and events.

Education

High School Diploma at Cactus Shadows High School
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2011
Bachelor of Arts in Christian Studies at Grand Canyon University
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2025

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Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Education, Healthcare, Retail, Professional Services