I’m a detail-oriented creative professional with experience in music composition, production, creative direction, and audio engineering. I translate strategic goals into compelling visual and sonic concepts that engage audiences and strengthen brands. I manage the full music production process—from recording and mixing to mastering—delivering high-quality soundtracks and albums. Organized and deadline-driven, I excel at managing multiple projects while mentoring teams and collaborating with clients to align vision and goals. I stay current with evolving creative and music industries while continually expanding my skills.

David W. Gerhart

I’m a detail-oriented creative professional with experience in music composition, production, creative direction, and audio engineering. I translate strategic goals into compelling visual and sonic concepts that engage audiences and strengthen brands. I manage the full music production process—from recording and mixing to mastering—delivering high-quality soundtracks and albums. Organized and deadline-driven, I excel at managing multiple projects while mentoring teams and collaborating with clients to align vision and goals. I stay current with evolving creative and music industries while continually expanding my skills.

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I’m a detail-oriented creative professional with experience in music composition, production, creative direction, and audio engineering. I translate strategic goals into compelling visual and sonic concepts that engage audiences and strengthen brands. I manage the full music production process—from recording and mixing to mastering—delivering high-quality soundtracks and albums.

Organized and deadline-driven, I excel at managing multiple projects while mentoring teams and collaborating with clients to align vision and goals. I stay current with evolving creative and music industries while continually expanding my skills.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Manager at Gerhart Creative
January 1, 2023 - Present
Lead and manage day-to-day operations, project management, team coordination, and resource allocation; provide strategic direction and oversight of branding and marketing initiatives; establish and monitor KPIs and SOPs for digital platforms and social channels; deliver music production and voiceover services; direct art direction, graphic design, and branding; coach and consult with clients.
Creative Pro at Apple
January 1, 2022 - January 1, 2023
Conducted daily 'Today at Apple' sessions, educating customers on optimizing device functionalities; maintained up-to-date knowledge of new features and demonstrated them to colleagues and customers; upheld Apple's culture while delivering exceptional service; provided expert-level product knowledge to customers and team members.
Executive Producer at The Online Recording Studio
January 1, 2020 - January 1, 2021
Conducted video conferences with international clients to identify their creative needs; produced and polished arrangements, integrating client-supplied vocals; Oversaw a team of producers, monitoring their workflow and achievements; Crafted personalized musical compositions based on provided MP3 demos; Rendered exceptional customer service and musical proficiency throughout the process.
Podcast Editor at The Bible For Normal People
January 1, 2017 - January 1, 2022
Edited audio for the weekly podcast featuring Pete Enns and Jared Byas, including editing, music placement, fades, and ads, as well as mixing and mastering; provided a time-stamped log of major sections of each episode to the transcriptionist. Assumed editing responsibilities for Season 2 through Season 6, implementing audio enhancements that significantly elevated the podcast's sound quality, resulting in overwhelmingly positive listener feedback; Drove podcast growth to 12 million downloads; Edited multiple audiobooks; Launched a second podcast, Faith For Normal People.
Director of Worship & Communications at CrossRoads Community Church
January 1, 2013 - January 1, 2013
Provided oversight to the worship ministry, including planning, organizing, and facilitating the weekly worship gatherings; prepared the slide deck for the message and programmed the lyrics slides for the congregation; Provided graphic design for church bulletin, social media, and on-screen announcements.
Worship Arts Pastor at Manheim Brethren In Christ Church
January 1, 2013 - January 1, 2017
Offered the two weekly worship services in close collaboration with the lead pastor; Developed comprehensive training resources and conducted auditions to recruit and onboard volunteers; Directed a large team of 100+ volunteer musicians, ensuring seamless coordination and performance excellence; Implemented sustainable practices that enabled volunteer-led worship services for several years following my departure.
Worship Pastor at BranchCreek Community Church
January 1, 2010 - January 1, 2012
Oversaw all aspects of the worship ministry, including planning, organizing, and executing the three weekly worship services; fostered a culture of worship that encouraged congregational participation, spiritual formation, and connection with God; Directed the worship team and congregation through a landmark merger with LCBC, leading to BranchCreek's integration as a campus; Led Family Service transition and promoted volunteer involvement across ages 16 to 75; Supervised multi-camera video production and volunteer musicians.
Producer/Senior Engineer at MorningStar Studios
January 1, 2004 - January 1, 2010
Set up and managed recording sessions within a multi-room commercial studio; oversaw all aspects of recording, mixing, mastering, and on-location sessions; Steered the development of a graphic design department, contributing to substantial revenue growth; Contributed to the design of a new custom-built studio location.

Education

B.S. Recording Industry Management (Production & Technology) at Middle Tennessee State University
January 11, 2030 - March 5, 2026
B.A. Music: Communication Arts (Vocal Performance) at Bryan College
January 11, 2030 - March 5, 2026

Qualifications

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Industry Experience

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