Jeff Palmer *** Lilac Lane Phone: 404-***-****
Dothan, AL 36305 E-mail: ****@***********.***
Alt. E-mail: ***********@*****.***
Website: http://www.truthinsong.com
Objective To honor and serve my God and Savior by following His course for my life in ministry, music, and worship.
Functional Musical Ability: Skilled musician on guitar (rhythm acoustic and electric), bass, and lead vocals. Songwriter / composer /
summary lyricist. Versed in contemporary / progressive praise and worship styles as well as traditional Christian music / hymns.
Ability to formulate and/or transpose chord charts according to the needs of the worship team.
Leadership Proficiency: Experienced leader of contemporary Christian praise and worship music in the styles of Chris
Tomlin, Matt Redman, Hillsong, Jesus Culture, Gateway Worship, New Life Worship, and many other prevalent artists of
today s praise and worship music. Highly experienced as a praise band and vocal team leader. Skilled in organizing
worship sets and services to include the use of musical arrangements and/or multimedia in order to enhance the pastoral
message or service theme. Currently manage, organize, and schedule a rotation of 25 band members and a total of over 50
volunteers for music, sound, video, and camera operation.
Technical Aptitude: Well versed in the latest musical equipment and live sound technology. Experience in professional
sound and video installation as well as studio and live audio production. Valid understanding of live audio mixing,
recording, and effects. Experience in camera operation, filming, editing, and production.
Computer Skills: Windows - Microsoft Office (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Access, Outlook); various Windows and DOS
based programs. Mac (preferred) - Garageband, Logic Pro, and Soundtrack Pro music production software; Final Cut
Express video editing software; ProPresenter video presentation software, Quicktime Pro, Planning Center Online worship
scheduling program, and other various Mac based programs.
Relative Sep 2008 Present: Covenant United Methodist Church, Dothan, AL: Director of Contemporary Worship and Technical
Experience Arts, Worship Leader, Guitarist.
Jul 2007 Jul 2008: Bethany Christian Church, Carrollton, GA: Assistant Music Director, Contemporary Worship
Leader, Guitarist.
Feb 2007 Jul 2008: Eastminster Presbyterian Church, Marietta, GA: Guitarist, Vocalist.
Feb 2000 Mar 2005: Blount Christian Church, Maryville, TN: Co-Worship Leader, Guitarist, Bassist, Drummer.
1997 1999: Smyrna Presbyterian Church, Conyers, GA: Worship Leader and Director, Guitarist.
1993 1995: Smyrna Presbyterian Church, Conyers, GA: Guitarist, Vocalist for groundbreaking contemporary worship
service
Education 2002 2004: Johnson Bible College, Knoxville, TN
Degree Studied: Bible/Preaching
Completed 2 years of Bible study and preaching course studies
1999 2000: Southern Polytechnic State University, Marietta, GA
Degree Studied: Mechanical Engineering Technology
1997 1998: Clayton State College and State University, Morrow, GA
Degree Studied: Aviation Maintenance Technology
1995 1997: Community College of the Air Force
Coursework: Aircraft Engine Repair and Overhaul
Employment Sep 2008 Present: Covenant United Methodist Church, Dothan, AL: Director of Contemporary Worship and Technical
History Arts, Worship Leader, Guitarist.
Jul 2007 Jul 2008: Bethany Christian Church, Carrollton, GA: Assistant Music Director, Contemporary Worship
Leader, Guitarist.
Feb 2007 Jul 2008: Eastminster Presbyterian Church, Marietta, GA: Guitarist, Vocalist.
Jan 2007 Jun 2008 Mesa Air Group; Technical Support Manager Charlotte, NC / Phoenix, AZ
2000-2006 Standard Aero Inc.; Aircraft Engine Repair/Overhaul - Program Manager Maryville, TN
1998-2000 US Civil Service; Aircraft Engine Mechanic Warner Robins AFB, GA
1995-1997 US Air Force; Aircraft Engine Mechanic Tinker AFB, OK
* For further information about me as well as video resources, please visit:
http://www.truthinsong.com/profile/
** Personal references available upon request.