I am a versatile arts professional with experience spanning university admissions operations, campus tours, donor relations, and artistic direction. I thrive in collaborative environments where I can connect people through performances and education programs while organizing logistics and events. I enjoy building relationships with students, donors, and artists, and I bring energy, organization, and creativity to every project—from campus tours to artistic productions and community outreach.

Riordan Banks

I am a versatile arts professional with experience spanning university admissions operations, campus tours, donor relations, and artistic direction. I thrive in collaborative environments where I can connect people through performances and education programs while organizing logistics and events. I enjoy building relationships with students, donors, and artists, and I bring energy, organization, and creativity to every project—from campus tours to artistic productions and community outreach.

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I am a versatile arts professional with experience spanning university admissions operations, campus tours, donor relations, and artistic direction. I thrive in collaborative environments where I can connect people through performances and education programs while organizing logistics and events.

I enjoy building relationships with students, donors, and artists, and I bring energy, organization, and creativity to every project—from campus tours to artistic productions and community outreach.

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Experience Level

Expert
Intermediate
Intermediate
Intermediate
Intermediate

Language

English
Fluent
Spanish; Castilian
Intermediate

Work Experience

Gold Star Ambassador at Oklahoma City University - Ann Lacy Visitor Center
August 1, 2022 - Present
Responsible for day-to-day admissions operations including assembling and mailing admission packets, handling correspondence with admitted students, counselors, and faculty, and scheduling and leading campus and specialty tours highlighting specific buildings.
Presidential Ambassador at Oklahoma City University Advancement Office
September 1, 2023 - Present
Liaison between the student body and high-profile university associates such as donors, trustees, and notable alumni; performed Alma Mater at events and coordinated related activities.
Artistic Director at Compassion Christian Center
August 1, 2021 - September 8, 2025
Managed correspondence between guest artists or groups and church staff; arranged accommodations, rehearsals, venues, and transportation.
Presidential Ambassador at Oklahoma City University
September 1, 2023 - Present
Selective student position working for the office of the President of the University and the Office of University Advancement. Serve as a liaison between the student body and high-profile university associates such as donors, trustees, and notable alumni. Responsibilities include coordinating communications between admitted students and campus staff, scheduling and leading campus tours, and highlighting key university buildings and initiatives.
Gold Star Ambassador at Oklahoma City University
August 1, 2022 - Present
Responsible for day-to-day operations within the Admissions office, including assembling and mailing admissions packets to admitted students, handling correspondence between admitted students, their counselors, and faculty. Also scheduled and led full campus tours and specialty tours.
Artistic Director at Compassion Christian Center
August 1, 2021 - September 8, 2025
As Artistic Director, responsible for all correspondence between guest artists or groups and church staff, providing accommodations, setting up rehearsal times and venues, and coordinating transportation as needed.
Gold Star Ambassador at Oklahoma City University Ann Lacy Visitor Center
August 1, 2022 - Present
Responsible for day-to-day operations in the Admissions Office, including assembling and mailing admissions packets, handling correspondence between admitted students, their counselors and faculty, and coordinating campus and specialty tours highlighting key buildings.
Presidential Ambassador at Oklahoma City University Advancement Office
September 1, 2023 - Present
Serve as a liaison between the student body and university leadership and Advancement Office staff; coordinate donor relations, trustees, and notable alumni, and support performance opportunities such as Alma Mater events and other campus activities.
Artistic Director at Compassion Christian Center
August 1, 2021 - September 8, 2025
As Artistic Director, I was responsible for all correspondence between guest artists or groups and church staff, arranging accommodations, setting up rehearsal times and venues, and coordinating transportation for events.

Education

Bachelor of Music at Oklahoma City University
August 1, 2021 - September 8, 2025
Diploma at Bakersfield High School
August 1, 2018 - May 1, 2021
Bachelor of Music at Oklahoma City University
August 1, 2021 - September 8, 2025
High School Diploma at Bakersfield High School
August 1, 2018 - May 1, 2021
Bachelor’s of Music at Oklahoma City University
August 1, 2021 - September 8, 2025
Diploma at Bakersfield High School
August 1, 2018 - May 1, 2021

Qualifications

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Industry Experience

Education, Non-Profit Organization, Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Other