Jermaine Holland

**** ******** ***. ********* **, 21212

T: 240-***-**** E: ad0591@r.postjobfree.com or ad0591@r.postjobfree.com CAREER SUMMARY

Professional Levitical musician/vocalist with over twenty years of experience leading and teaching others; distinguished by professionalism and exceptional communication skills, demonstrated in pleasant personality and effective listening abilities. OBJECTIVE

To obtain a position as an enrichment instructor providing introduction on technical musical concepts such as beat, rhythm and pitch to students; to expose students to musical scales, musical notation, the art of singing, different types of musical instruments and different styles of music, as well as introducing them to the music of many legendary musicians and composers.

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Washington Performing Arts (WPA) – Washington, DC

Musician (Piano/Keyboard)

October 2019 – present

• Provides musical accompaniment for scheduled rehearsals, worship services and other activities in support of the WPA.

• Communicates effectively with staff and vocalists, via phone, email and face-to- face communication.

Director of Fine Arts position for multiple churches attended and unattended 2019-2022

• Managed the fine arts ministry; oversees and coordinates all the details of music and fine arts for the church.

• Regularly attended weekly services and rehearsals for the purpose of providing team members musical direction and leadership for the church’s Music and Arts Ministry.

• Communicated and collaborated with internal/external clergy, leadership, administrative staff, and church members, to carry out the overall vison and musical direction of the ministry.

• Facilitated meetings, workshops, seminars, etc. for the purpose of training, identifying issues, developing recommendations, and supporting leadership and other staff.

• Worked independently under organizational guidelines to achieve and execute the vision of the ministry.

Jefferson Temple Church - Patchogue, NY

Minister of Music & Arts (Organist/Pianist)

April 2018 – March 2019

• Responsible for the musical direction for the church’s Music and Arts Ministry.

• Oversees and coordinates all the details of music for the church.

• Provides organ music and accompaniment for scheduled worship services and other activities in support of the music ministry of the church.

• Performs administrative duties for the ministry including, composing emails, contacting internal and external parties, record keeping, presentations, etc.

• Communicates direction in a way that inspires those around to join in the pursuit of the Pastor’s vision.

The Sanctuary at Kingdom Square – Capitol Heights, Maryland Worship Leader/Organist

January 2015 – March 2017

• Developed a worship ministry capable of providing inspiring and engaging worship services that encouraged the body to enter into corporate and personal worship.

• Provided organ music and accompaniment for scheduled worship services and other activities in support of the music ministry of the church. Kingdom Life Inc. – Hyattsville, Maryland

Minister and Director of Worship and Arts Ministry July 2013 – January 2015

• Served as a resource to support, foster, and coordinate the spiritual congregation through choral, congregational and instrumental music.

• Closely worked with clergy, staff and volunteers to plan and coordinate worship services and related activities.

Pilgrim Rest Baptist Church – Washington, DC

Youth Choir Director/organist

January 2013 – July 2013

• Assisted with the Youth Choir and pastors to develop a dynamic, inviting weekly youth music ministry.

• Collaborated with other music staff and children's ministry personnel to achieve intergenerational music opportunities for the youth. Jericho City of Praise – Landover, Maryland

Organist

June 2012 - January 2013

• Provided organ music and accompaniment for scheduled worship services and other activities.

New Hope Ministries – Seaford, Delaware

Minister of Music, Praise & Worship Leader, Choir Director, Pianist and Band Leader June 1998 – June 2012

• Created an atmosphere of celebration and reverence through music for all worship services.

• Led and directed the church music program to include choir, vocal, instrumental and other phases/expressions of musical experience.

• Fostered an innovative, blended style of music to enhance and support the worship message goals.

YMCA – Salisbury, Maryland

Summer Camp Counselor

February 2002 – March 2006

• Planned, coordinated, and executed activities while guiding campers in personal growth and daily living skills.

• Assisted in direction and supervision of campers in their living unit and during activities while championing program initiatives and camp mission.

• Safeguarded personal property, camp equipment, and facilities.

• Provided leadership to campers in all areas and acted as a role model in all areas of camp activities, including cleanliness, punctuality, chores, rules, and sportsmanship.

• Contributed to verbal and written evaluations, activity planning, and administration.

Westside Intermediate School – Hebron, Maryland

In-School-Suspension instructor

August 2007 – March 2011

• Established high standards and expectations for all students to accept responsibility for behavior.

• Supervised students and consistently administered rules regarding student behavior during detention.

• Regularly assessed student behavior and provided assistance and guidance.

• Informed students of rules and expectations and maintained an atmosphere in which students were expected to remain seated and silent during the time-period.

• Worked with the administration on various effective preventative disciplinary techniques.

• Assisted students as needed with homework or instructional assignments.

• Kept accurate records of student attendance and behavior, including any tardiness, and submitted to the school administration in a timely fashion.

• Engaged the learners in differentiated learning experiences for the range of skill levels and developmental needs found in the classroom, managing, when appropriate, multiple instructional activities simultaneously.

• Monitored the pacing of instruction and budget class time efficiently by providing clear directions, outlining expectations, and effectively bringing to closure instructional experiences.

• Used effective presentation skills when employing direct instruction, including appropriate vocabulary and examples, clear and legible visuals, and articulate and audible speech.

• Used excellent written and oral English skills when communicating with students, parents, and colleagues.

• Provided a nurturing, supportive, and positive classroom climate that encouraged student responsibility, using positive motivation, clear classroom routines, challenging instructional strategies, and effective classroom management techniques.

• Disciplined students in a fair and consistent manner, using school approved procedures.

• Sought assistance of the parents and the administration when needed.

• Established a professional rapport with students that earns their respect. OTHER MUSICAL EXPERIENCE

Provided Background Vocals for the following artists:

• Jason Nelson

• JJ Hairston &

Youthful Praise

• Charles Butler &

Trinity

• Edwin Hawkins

• Chaka Khan

• Fantasia

• David Wilford

• Myron Butler

• Bishop William

Murphy

• Charles Jenkins

• Brian Courtney

Wilson

• Kelly Price

• Dietrich Haddon

• Billy Porter

• Jennifer Holiday

• Take 6

• Marvin Sapp

• Chante’ Moore

• Bebe Winans

• Mervyn Warren

• Nnenna Freelon

• Janice Eteme

• Shelea

• Alvin Chea

• Cece Winans

Languages Vocals Performed in:

• English, French an African Languages

Performed at the following Venues:

• The White House (Washington DC)

• The Kennedy Center (Washington

DC)

• Blues Alley DC

• The AMP Strathmore

• Club Bonafide (New York, NY)

• City Winery (New York, NY)

• Howard Theatre

Radio /Television Appearances:

• TV One’s Urban Honor Awards

• Bobby Jones Gospel

• Joyful Noise (Tye Tribbett)

• Good Day DC (Regular

Appearances)

• CBS News Baltimore

• Praise DC

• Brite Radio

EDUCATION

Full Sail University – Major: Music Production

August 2011 – June 2012

University Of Maryland Eastern Shore – Major: Social Work/Sociology August 2006-May 2007

SKILLS

• Comprehensive musical knowledge

• Enthusiasm

• Patience

• Exceptional communication skills

• Good Teaching Skills

• Good organizational skills

• Flexibility

• Motivate skills

REFERENCES

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