Service Design

Danny Davis video resume: www.vimeo.com/dannydavis/videos

**** ****** ** *** ******: 214-***-****

Pearland TX, 77549 email: ***********@***.***

Summary Profile

Married 15 years to Bridget Smith Davis. Bridget attended Texas

A&M University, Graduated with Bachelor s degree in Biomedical

Science. She teaches 9th grade Geometry in the Pearland ISD

Children: Shea 13 years old; Sean 11 years old

Objective & Passion

To pursue a full time position as Worship Pastor /Worship architect in an

authentic, relevant, bible centered, missional church. My passion is to see

people experience LIFECHANGE through authentic meaningful worship

experiences; and to teach, mentor and grow up worship leaders (not just

musicians and singers) of all ages. I love to train our worship teams in their

musical craft, but also in the art and Spirit of leading people into the

presence of God.

Education

Master of Music with minor in Biblical Studies; Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary; Ft. Worth,

TX, 1984 86 GPA 3.94

Bachelor of Arts in Music; University of West Florida; Pensacola, FL, 1982 84;

Major: Trumpet performance; Minor: Conducting; Graduated Cum Laude

Baylor University; Waco, TX; 1977 1981 Major: Trumpet Performance

Areas of Expertise

Musical Direction High level of expertise directing vocal teams, band, orchestra, and choirs. I play

trumpet, acoustic guitar, sing; very familiar with resources & literature. Also have much experience

leading congregational worship in Contemporary, modern, blended, and traditional styles.

Spiritual leadership leading and helping create an atmosphere in which individuals and groups in the

Worship Ministry have the opportunity and teaching to grow in their faith, in their knowledge of

Worship, the art of leading worship, & biblical knowledge of the foundations of worship philosophy.

Personal interactions and relationship building on a personal one on one basis. I am a people person.

Team building 20+ years experience in building POSITIVE team interaction with volunteer teams in

Worship Ministry. Strategic building of church paid staff growing healthy team work environment.

Technical Ministry Very knowledgeable in Sound Reinforcement, theatrical lighting / lighting design,

media projection, environmental projection, Video production, IMAG and multi projector setup,

computer graphics AND creation/editing of media for projection.

Recording production supervising musical producer for numerous (15+) professional recording

projects for the musical groups in the churches in which I served. (mp3 examples available)

Countless hours as a Studio musical vocalist

Project Coordinator for two major Tech installations at churches. Oversight to design phase and install

of ALL production/tech systems for the church. Coordinated subs and the GContractor, assisted in

the selection of all design teams, approved all gear, oversight to budgets for the remodel ($750K)

and new build construction. ($7 Mil project 2200 seats, 5 catwalks)

Creative presentation creation I have produced/created/directed countless special worship

presentations, & creative worship experiences. In addition, have produced/directed 100+ more

involved events such as pageants, dramatic musicals, concerts, special events, dinner theaters etc

Church Employment

2011 present Interim Worship Pastor; Bear Creek Church, Katy TX www.bearcreekchurch.tv

I currently serve as the Interim Worship Pastor at Bear Creek Church. Current worship attendance averages 2800

in 3 morning services. I am responsible for partnering with the Lead Pastor to facilitate the musical and creative

direction for the Worship Ministry.

Responsible for rebuilding the Worship Ministry after a difficult situation in the church; Including

resetting spiritual standards; requirements for participation, auditioning vocal team, rebuild

community and unity in the Worship Ministry.

Give musical direction to the program and creative direction to all aspects of the ministry.

Give leadership and oversight to the Creative Arts team leader, and creative supervision for Lighting,

Creative Media projection, IMAG Video and Audio

Work with the Lead Pastor and creative team for development of weekly worship experiences.

Assist Executive team as needed for strategic development of new worship format/service, including

recruiting personnel and mentoring leaders for that service.

Manage worship resources and staff in creative process and implementation of all worship events.

Direct contemporary Worship choir (50), Adult Praise Band & Vocal Team

2008 2010 Pastor of Worship and Arts; ParkwayHills Baptist, Plano TX

Served as Worship Pastor and member of the PHBC Leadership team

Direct leadership for Music ministry, Drama, Technical, and Dance & Arts Ministries.

Directed Adult choir (80), Adult Praise Band & Vocal Team, Oversee Student Music, Children s Music

Manage creative process and implementation of music or worship events

Creative direction/development for sound, media, IMAG, video, graphics & lighting teams

Served on design team and on sight project coordinator for the major Worship Center remodel.

Involved in the selection, system design, oversight and installation of all technical systems.

2002 2008 Worship Pastor; Lawndale Baptist, Greensboro, NC www.lawndalebaptist.org

Served as Worship Pastor and member of the LBC Leadership team

Led blended early service (choir/orchestra) and contemporary late service.(band and vocal team)

Directed Adult choir (150), Praise Band/Vocal Team, oversee orchestra, Student Music, Kids Choirs

Assisted in design of the 2200 seat Worship Center. (avg attnd 1400) Involved in design/oversight of

installation of all technical systems: Sound, Theatrical Lighting, Media projection, MATV system,

future IMAG Video expansion, Organ installation, platform and choir loft configuration

Creative oversight and development of the multi track recording studio at the church and produced 3

CD projects at the church. Mp3 s available.

1996 2002 Minister of Worship and Music; Northway Baptist Church, Dallas, TX

Served as Worship Pastor and member of the NBC Leadership team

Responsible for the oversight and development of weekly worship services.

Directed Adult choir (80), Adult Praise Band & Vocal Team, Oversee Children s Music program

co creator/sponsor/director for 3 annual concerts at the Meyerson Symphony center in Dallas.

Special guests, Phillips, Craig, & Dean, Larnelle Harris, Susan Quintyne and David Phelps.

Executive Producer/creative director for annual community Dinner Theater using church members as

cast crew and servers.

1992 1995 Minister of Music & Worship; First Baptist Church, Pearland, TX www.fbcpearland.org

Served as Worship Pastor and member of the FBC Leadership team

Direct leadership for Music ministry, Drama, Technical Ministries.

Direct adult choir (85), orchestra (25), youth choir, mixed vocal ensemble.

Produce and direct several major dramatic musical presentations each year

Creative/musical director 2 years for city wide July 4th Celebration (sponsored by City of Pearland)

1/92 4/92 Interim Minister of Music; Prestonwood Baptist Church; Dallas TX www.prestonwood.org

1988 1992 Associate Minister of Music; Prestonwood Baptist Church; Dallas, TX www.prestonwood.org

Administrate and direct orchestra program (50)

Write musical arrangements for orchestra or vocal ensembles as needed.

Administrate Youth Music program. Direct Sr. High Choir (150) and youth musicals. 2 years

Audition, administrate and direct two Young Adult mixed vocal ensembles.

Assist in coordination, orchestration and direction for all Adult and Youth Choir productions of the

music ministry, which on a yearly basis included:

o The Greatest Gift Christmas Pageant

o The Story of Easter Easter Pageant

o A Celebration of Freedom

o Evening of Instrumental Praise Annual church orchestra concert

o Sr. High choir tour program

o Valentines Banquet and Dinner Theater

Oversee the recording and production of any special studio recording for the ministry.

Coordinate vocal and instrumental music for 4 Annual church wide Valentine Banquets with tasteful

secular music programs with music from Beach Boys to Broadway.

Co staff Coordinator for choir/orchestra trip to Indianapolis for the Southern Baptist Convention.

6/87 9/87 Interim Minister of Music; Champion Forest Baptist ; Houston TX www.championforest.org

1986 1988 Assoc. Minister of Music; Champion Forest Baptist ; Houston TX www.championforest.org

Administrate and direct orchestra program

Direct Sr. High choir (100) and youth musical productions

Plan and lead worship for weekly prayer service

Coordinate solo ministry

Write musical arrangements for orchestra (40) or vocal ensembles as needed.

Assist Minister of Music as needed coordinating/directing dramatic/musical productions

Coordinate offertory music

Coordinate sound and lighting ministry

Administrate hand bell ministry

Fill in and assist Minister of Music as needed

Provide vocal or instrumental solos as needed

Other honors and large venue musical experience

I have been blessed to be able to provided music/leadership for many National and Statewide conferences

and conventions including:

NC State Baptist Evangelism Conference 2008 Host Church / Worship Leader

NC State Baptist Convention in 2005, 2006, 2007 (led worship, choir, vocal team, band)

NC State Baptist Pastor s Conference 2007 Host Church / Worship Leader

Southern Baptist Convention Pastor s Conference (5 years)

Southern Baptist Convention 2006 Co Coordinator for 1600 voice mass choir

North Carolina Baptist Evangelism Conference 2004

Texas Baptist Evangelism Conference (6 years)

Florida State Baptist Evangelism Conference (2 years)

National Singles Conference at Glorieta, (Lifeway) 91 92, 2001; Worship Leader

National Singles Retreat at Ridgecrest, (Lifeway) 2003; Worship Leader

Fellowship of Christian Athletes National and Texas Coaches Conference 2 years

Related Professional Music Experience

Currently have several songs from my personal CD on the radio in Dallas / Houston

Recording and studio experience with artists: Wayne Watson, Luke Garrett, Chris & Diane

Machen, Susan Ashton & several other local artists

Studio vocalist in Dallas numerous radio jingles and Word Music s New Choral Music Review Service

Member Pensacola Symphony Orchestra; trumpet; During undergrad work 2 years.

References

Todd Bell, Minister of Music and Worship,

Prestonwood Baptist Church

6801 W. Park

Plano TX 75093 972-***-**** *****@***********.***

David Welch, Lead Pastor

Bear Creek Baptist Church

5901 N Fry Road

Katy, TX, 774**-***-*** 9900 *****.*****@*******.***

Ty Gulick, Ministries Pastor, Staff Coordinator

Bear Creek Baptist Church

5901 N Fry Road

Katy, TX, 774**-***-*** 9900 **.******@*******.***

Dr. Joe Giaritelli, Senior Pastor

Lawndale Baptist Church

3505 Lawndale Dr

Greensboro, NC 274**-***-*** 3824 ***********@***************.***

Sonny Steed, Minister & Administrator

Shadycrest Baptist Church

3214 Hamm Road

Pearland, TX 77581 281-***-**** ******@**********.***

Walter & Ginger Clark; Praise Hymn Fashions founders / CEO

2427 Franklin Drive

Mesquite, TX 75150 972-***-**** ******@******************.***

Jim Sutton, Media & Technical Director

Prestonwood Baptist Church North Dallas Campus

12123 Hillcrest Rd

Dallas TX, 75230 214-***-**** ***@*********.***

Jack Price, CEO, owner

Prism Music (largest publisher of collections for church music in America)

McKinney, Texas 972-***-****

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