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I am the founder and CEO of Divine Creator Connections based in Chicago, IL, where I support arts and culture by managing and connecting skilled artists, facilitators, and producers. I bring extensive experience as a live sound engineer (A1/A2), executive production and coordination of music and wellness events, artist management, and creative direction. I’ve grown artist portfolios significantly while fostering collaborative and socially aware artistic communities. My efforts also include founding the Otherhood Collective, a creative incubator for artists, and taking on roles in digital media, broadcast advancement, and programming strategy for nonprofit platforms. Over time, I have cultivated relationships across production, hospitality, and logistical companies for global tours and events.
My passion extends to education and mentorship, having served as a co-director of Broadcast Advancement at Public Media Institute and as a teaching artist in Chicago community arts programs. I facilitate youth and adult programming focusing on social and emotional learning through the arts. I also volunteer founding and supporting LGBTQIA+ youth programs and community affinity spaces, continuously striving to build inclusive and transformative environments. My creative work spans sound design, audio production, performance, and leadership in multiple arts and music projects, with recognized grants and awards validating my commitment to the arts community.
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English
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Spanish; Castilian
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Work Experience
A1 Engineer at Dorian’s Through the Record Shop
July 1, 2019 - PresentA1 sound engineer for live music and events hosted by the venue including prominent musicians such as Isaiah Collier and George Freeman. Responsibilities include setup, mixing, and strike; mixing on Midas M32R Console with remote mixing capabilities; lighting design with remote mobile workstation; multi-tracking performances and mixing special releases.
Founder + C.E.O. at Divine Creator Connections
May 1, 2020 - PresentSupporting arts & culture through managing and connecting skilled artists, facilitators, and producers. Executive production and coordination of music and wellness based events and intergenerational educational workshops. Artist management including sync & licensing, booking, team building, budgeting, creative direction and project management. Achieved 700% portfolio growth in 3 years and founded the Otherhood Collective, a creative incubator for artists.
Engineer, Producer, Artist Manager (contract) at International Anthem Recording Co.
January 1, 2023 - July 26, 2025Managing artists and tours, event production, global relationship building including A&R, press, publicists, vendors, production houses, venues, hospitality and logistics companies. Audio engineering for studio and live sound applications using ProTools v12.8, Ableton Live 10, and Logic ProX.
Co-Director of Broadcast Advancement (contract) at Public Media Institute
August 31, 2021 - July 26, 2025Co-managed staff and interns to establish and develop a non-profit web-based television platform - Lumpen TV. Produced omni-channel content including radio and television simulcasts. Engaged in attempting non-hierarchical leadership models. Established strategic partnerships for programming and underwriting. Developed digital media marketing campaigns and brand awareness. Facilitated livestream technical support.
Program Facilitator at Chicago Park District
May 31, 2021 - July 26, 2025Supported and collaborated with 13 teaching artists each program season and partners for Young Cultural Stewards and ArtSeed Mobile Creative Play. Engaged over 30,000 constituents. Experienced with Google Suite and Microsoft Office. Collaborated on grant-writing and co-developed digital media marketing campaigns. Established value-based partnerships for programs/events. Union organizer for SEIU Local 73.
Teaching Artist at Illinois Humanities Council
November 30, 2019 - July 26, 2025Designed and co-taught at the Breathing Room Space. Facilitated youth arts, developed curriculum, and engaged in community outreach.
Lead Program Steward at Marwen Arts - Teaching Artist Mutual Aid + Affinity Space
December 31, 2021 - July 26, 2025Co-facilitated affinity space for staff focusing on African-American and Black identified members. Co-developed socially and emotionally informed curriculum for adult learners.
Resident Artist/Program Lead at Yollocalli
January 31, 2019 - July 26, 2025Developed and implemented creative arts curriculum for youth aged 13-24. Achieved 400% increase in program participation via pillar events. Managed budgeting and generated purchase orders. Recipient of Burning Man Grant.
A1 Engineer at Dorian’s Through the Record Shop, Chicago, IL
July 1, 2019 - PresentA1 sound engineer for live music and events hosted by the venue including prominent musicians such as Isaiah Collier and George Freeman. Responsibilities include setup, mixing, strike, mixing on Midas M32R Console with remote mixing capacities, lighting design with remote mobile workstation, and multi-tracking performances including mixing special releases.
Founder + C.E.O. at Divine Creator Connections, Chicago, IL
May 1, 2020 - PresentSupporting arts & culture through managing and connecting skilled artists, facilitators, and producers. Executive production and coordination of music and wellness-based events and intergenerational educational workshops/activities. Provided artist management services including sync + licensing, booking, team building, budgeting, creative direction and project management including releases. Achieved 700% portfolio growth in 3 years, growing artist revenues from $15k to $120k+. Founded the Otherhood Collective, a creative incubator for artists.
Engineer, Producer, Artist Manager (contract) at International Anthem Recording Co., Chicago, IL
January 1, 2023 - July 26, 2025Managed artists and tours including event production and global relationship building with A&R, press, publicists, vendors, production houses, venues, hospitality companies, and logistics companies. Provided audio engineering for studio and live sound applications. Experienced with ProTools v12.8, Ableton Live 10, and Logic ProX.
Co-Director of Broadcast Advancement (contract) at Public Media Institute, Chicago, IL
August 31, 2021 - July 26, 2025Co-managed staff and interns to establish and develop a non-profit web-based television platform - Lumpen TV. Produced omni-channel content including radio and television simulcasts. Engaged in non-hierarchical leadership models. Established strategic partnerships for increased programming and underwriting. Developed and implemented digital media marketing campaigns and brand awareness. Facilitated livestream technical support for partners and clients.
Program Facilitator at Chicago Park District, Chicago, IL
May 31, 2021 - July 26, 2025Supported and collaborated with a cohort of 13 teaching artists each program season and partners for Young Cultural Stewards and ArtSeed Mobile Creative Play. Engaged over 30,000+ constituents. Experienced with Google Suite and Microsoft Office. Collaborated on grant-writing and digital media marketing campaigns. Established value-based partnerships for programs and events. Served as a union organizer SEIU Local 73.
Teaching Artist at Illinois Humanities Council, Chicago, IL
November 30, 2019 - July 26, 2025Designed and co-taught at the Breathing Room Space. Facilitated youth arts, curricular development, and community outreach and engagement.
Lead Program Steward at Marwen Arts - Teaching Artist Mutual Aid + Affinity Space, Chicago, IL
December 31, 2021 - July 26, 2025Co-facilitated affinity space for African-American and Black identified staff members. Co-developed socially and emotionally informed curriculum for adult learners.
Resident Artist/Program Lead at Yollocalli, Chicago, IL
January 31, 2019 - July 26, 2025Developed and implemented creative arts curriculum for youth aged 13-24 years. Led pillar events that resulted in a 400% increase in program participation. Managed budgeting and generated purchase orders. Recipient of Burning Man Grant.
Founder + C.E.O. at Divine Creator Connections, Chicago, IL
May 1, 2020 - PresentSupport arts & culture through managing and connecting skilled artists, facilitators, and producers. Responsibilities include live sound engineering (A1/A2), executive production and coordination of music and wellness events, intergenerational educational workshops/activities, artist management services including sync & licensing, booking, team building, budgeting, and creative direction/project management, including releases. Achieved 700% portfolio growth within 3 years by building artist revenues from $15k to over $120k. Founded the Otherhood Collective, a creative incubator for artists.
Engineer, Producer, Artist Manager (contract) at International Anthem Recording Co., Chicago, IL
January 1, 2023 - August 4, 2025Managed artists and tours with event production and global relationship building. Handled A&R, press, publicists, vendors, production houses, venues, hospitality, and logistics companies. Performed audio engineering for studio and live sound applications using Pro Tools v12.8, Ableton Live 10, and Logic Pro X.
Co-Director of Broadcast Advancement (contract) at Public Media Institute, Chicago, IL
August 1, 2021 - August 4, 2025Co-managed staff and interns to develop a non-profit web-based television platform (Lumpen TV). Produced omni-channel content including radio and television simulcasts. Engaged in efforts to implement non-hierarchical leadership models. Established strategic partnerships to increase programming and underwriting. Developed and implemented digital media marketing campaigns and brand awareness initiatives. Facilitated livestream technical support for partners and clients.
Program Facilitator at Chicago Park District, Chicago, IL
May 1, 2021 - August 4, 2025Supported and collaborated with a cohort of 13 teaching artists each program season and numerous partners for Young Cultural Stewards and ArtSeed Mobile Creative Play. Managed total engagement of over 30,000 constituents. Participated in grant-writing and co-developed and implemented digital media marketing campaigns. Established value-based partnerships for programs and events.
Teaching Artist at Illinois Humanities Council, Chicago, IL
November 1, 2019 - August 4, 2025Designed and co-taught at the Breathing Room Space, facilitating youth arts, curricular development, and community outreach and engagement.
Lead Program Steward at Mutual Aid + Affinity Space, Chicago, IL
May 1, 2021 - August 4, 2025Co-facilitated affinity space for staff focusing on African-American and Black-identified staff members. Co-developed socially and emotionally informed curriculum for adult learners.
Resident Artist / Program Lead at Yollocalli, Chicago, IL
January 1, 2019 - August 4, 2025Developed and implemented creative arts curriculum for youth ages 13-24 years. Helped grow pillar events resulting in a 400% increase in program participation. Managed budgeting and generated purchase orders.
Education
B.P.S. Interdisciplinary Music Studies at Berklee College of Music
January 1, 0000 - December 31, 0000A.A.S. Audio Technology at S.A.E. Institute
January 1, 0000 - December 31, 0000B.P.S. at Berklee College of Music, Boston, MA
January 1, 2010 - December 31, 2014A.A.S. at S.A.E. Institute, Chicago, IL
January 1, 2015 - December 31, 2016B.P.S. Interdisciplinary Music Studies at Berklee College of Music, Boston, MA
January 11, 2030 - August 4, 2025A.A.S. Audio Technology at SAE Institute, Chicago, IL
January 11, 2030 - August 4, 2025Qualifications
Pro Tools v. 12.8
January 1, 0000 - December 31, 0000Covid-19 Barbicide Certification
January 1, 0000 - December 31, 0000Dante Certification Training Level 3
January 1, 0000 - December 31, 0000Pro Tools v. 12.8 Certified
January 11, 2030 - July 26, 2025Dante Certification Training Level 3
January 11, 2030 - July 26, 2025Covid-19 Barbicide Certification
January 11, 2030 - July 26, 2025Pro Tools v. 12.8
January 11, 2030 - August 4, 2025Chicago Park District Program Facilitator
January 1, 2019 - May 1, 2021COVID-19 Barbicide Certification
January 11, 2030 - August 4, 2025Industry Experience
Media & Entertainment, Education, Non-Profit Organization, Professional Services
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