Sound Engineer Worship Leader
Resume:
Jetro Da Silva
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Los Angeles, CA 90035
ado35w@r.postjobfree.com
PROFILE
Grammy Nominated Educator, Pianist, Composer, Sound Engineer, Recording Engineer, Producer and Life Coach with over 30 years of Music Industry and Academic experience as an Administrator and Leader, possessing the following valuable competencies:
Administration: Served in several organizations as an administrator, director and leader, successfully providing oversight from dozens to hundreds of employees of diverse backgrounds. Worked with various levels of budgets to ensure best results for organizational objectives.
Professional Musicianship: Served in a variety of Professional Musical scenarios for over 30 years as a musician, music director, songwriter, sound designer, producer. Ability to lead volunteers in their spiritual development as well as coaching them musically during rehearsals.
Sound Engineering and Production: Worked in a variety of concerts as Producer, Monitor and FOH Sound Engineer. Served as Producer/Mix Engineer for Recording Artists, Record Companies and Independent Artists.
Management: In the Higher Education setting, worked as the Vice Chair of the Piano Department at Berklee College of Music. Supervised and advised the piano faculty, developed courses, managed the daily activities of the department and taught courses.
Technical Expertise: Well-versed in social media communication and promotion, knowledgeable in Word, Excel, Powerpoint, Sibelius, MuseScore, Pro Tools( Certified), Logic Pro, Digital Performer, Studio One, Mackie Mixers, Yamaha O2Rs, Yamaha TF 5, Yamaha M3000 and more.
Life Coach: Extensive experience as a career advisor in Brazil and USA. Mentored thousands of volunteers in local churches, workshops, clinics and concerts around the world.
Author: Two Books Published: “Music and the People of God: Sacred Music and its uses through the Centuries”, and “The Purpose, Power and Politics of Brazilian Christian Liturgy: A Theological and Missiological Analysis of the Life and Music of Father Jose Mauricio Nunes Garcia (1767-1830)."
Spoken Languages: English and Portuguese, fluently.
EDUCATION
2011-2015 Andover Newton Theological School, Boston, MA
Doctor in Ministry
2010-2011 General Theological Seminary, New York, NY
Graduate Diploma in Anglican Studies
2009-2012 Liverpool Hope University, Liverpool, England Candidate of PhD in Theology
(unfinished due to lack of funding but research turned into a book)
2007-2009 Andover Newton Theological School, Boston, MA
Master of Arts in Theological Studies
1991-1995 Berklee College of Music, Boston, MA
Bachelor of Music with Concentration in Music Production and Sound
Engineering / Music Synth Programming
WORK EXPERIENCE
Present - B.E.S.T. Administrative Technical Consultant
Several responsibilities as an administrator, curriculum developer and technical manager. Also, training faculty and students on the use of the Microsoft Teams platform. Budget - $300,000
2015-Present Cush Records Chief Administrator, Independent Composer, Consultant, Sound Designer, Engineer and Producer for Several TV shows.
As founder and CEO of Cush Records, providing oversight as music producer, composer and consulting while serving a variety of shows with original compositions and production. Additional responsibilities include recruiting, hiring, advising and managing the services of independent contractors. Budget- $50,000
2017- 2018 Berklee College of Music in Boston, MA
Berklee Administrative Professor of the Harmony Department teaching Harmony and Music Production for the Contemporary Writing & Production Major. Designed courses such as, “Hip Hop Writing and Production,” in which students are trained in Mixing, Production, Song Writing. The course calls for a final project, where students showcase the final mix of their production of a major artist. Created course and structured it in 2004. Course remains one of the most popular courses in the entire College. https://www.berklee.edu/courses/cw-141
2001-2015 Berklee College of Music in Boston, MA
Assistant Chair of the Piano Department, Professor of the Ensemble and the Contemporary Writing and Production Departments. In addition to classroom teachings, produced and directed hundreds of concerts, mentored and trained nearly 1,200 students. Supervised several national and international artists who were invited to interact with students in the course of productions, masterclasses and symposia. Developed and supervised a Summer program called "Gospel Music Worship.” In this new program, around 350 students received personal and group training in worship, gospel and Christian music. Additionally, dozens of courses were added to the curriculum of the College. Conceptualized, developed and produced the college-wide concert tribute to the late Whitney Houston, training over 50 students from different departments and studios on music technology, production and performance of this all-Whitney Houston homage. Served as a volunteer faculty advisor for Christian students, reach approximately 120 Berklee Christian students, offering them discipleship and guidance to local churches in Boston. Many are now worship leaders around the country. Budget- $800,000
WORK EXPERIENCE (Continued)
2015-2016 Artist Relations Administrator of Roland Corporation in Los Angeles, CA
Senior Administrator for the Artist Relations Department. Responsible for programming synthesizers and sound mixers made by the company. In charge of recruitment and selection of the major artists and sound engineers to showcase the company’s products. Budget- $650,000
2016-2017 Calvary Christian Methodist Episcopal Church in Pasadena, CA
Administrator of the Music Department, Organ, Synth, & Sound Designer
In addition to playing the organ, I led worship in a combination of contemporary Christian songs and traditional hymns with African American styles. Mentored approximately 35 people weekly on worship and vocal performance, leading other aspects of the programming, including sound reinforcement, recording of tracks and programming of synthesizers.
Budget- $25,000
2015-2016 First Baptist of Westchester
Administrator of the music department, Worship Leader
The worship is contemporary worship songs. Mentored 8 people on worship and the spirituality of worship. Additionally, in charge of the Sound System, Training and supervising volunteers on how to operate the Sound Board, monitors and FOH.
Budget- $67,000
2004-2009 Family Tabernacle Church, East Greenwich, RI
Administrator, Sound Engineer, Worship Leader, Teaching Pastor
Created a Bible Study that led to many families joining and becoming approximately sixty active members. As a teaching pastor, the focus was on teaching and worship, providing the sound technical requirements, music and teaching for the congregation. Also provided leadership for all technical areas, including sound system set-up and sound engineering, insuring that sound was ready for service. Additionally, trained teams of church volunteers on properly working with FOH.
2001-2003 Christ Church (Covenant Church in Rhode Island
Administrator, Music Director and Sound Engineer
Directed the music department with nearly 15 people, and coached 10 young musicians who later became worship leaders. Additionally, responsible for fixing the monitors and FOH sound. I also supervised and instructed the volunteer sound team on understanding, training, and operation on all stages of the sound system.
WORK EXPERIENCE (Continued)
2001- 2007 Elim International Fellowship in New York, NY
Administrator, Worship Leader, Keyboardist and Sound Engineer (Consulting)
Responsible for the worship and operation of the sound monitor, for a congregation of primarily West Indian descendents. Shepherd for the music ministry of 8 members and directed the department, leading concerts with classical music recitals. Advised the church leadership on gear purchases, installation and operation of equipment. (My relationship with Yamaha facilitated the acquisition of mixers and keyboards). Also worked as FOH engineer.
1997- 2000 Bible Enrichment Fellowship in Inglewood, CA
Administrator, Worship Leader, Keyboardist, Sound Engineer (Consulting)
Coached the music ministry, which consisted of 40 plus with choir and band. Served as advisor for the sound ministry, showing them how to better identify frequencies and problem-solve, in order to have better results when going from a live mix to a live stream.
1995- 1999 New Christ Memorial Church of God in Christ in Pacoima, CA
Administrator, Worship leader, Sound Engineer, Producer and Pianist under Pastor Andrae Crouch
Many songs were created and sang during worship services. Worked as a keyboardist, sound engineer, producer, songwriter and arranger. Trained over 40 instrumentalists and singers in worship. Additionally, coached several young talents and trained them on the use of technology in worship, while mentoring them on creating their music. As the sound coach, I trained 25 young talents on the basics of music technology, sound reinforcement, operating sound monitors, and FOH.
1991-1995 Roxbury Presbyterian Church in Roxbury, MS
Pastor of Worship (Choir Director, Organist, and Sound Ministry):
Ministered as worship pastor and music director leading 15 volunteers using a repertoire that was a cross between European classical, Spirituals and Gospel music. Advised the leadership on the purchase of the sound system and trained volunteers on its operation.
1986 - 1991 Nova Vida Church in Rio de janeiro, Brazil
Worship Leader, Music Director, Youth Leader. Worked in music ministry, preaching and teaching. Trained 44 volunteers in the area of worship and music performance, and operated the sound (FOH).
2000-2001 Music Director/Stage Manager for Patti LaBelle
Directed and conducted a group of 15 musicians & technicians. Responsible for supervision and directing of stage musicians and monitor FOH Sound Engineers.
WORK EXPERIENCE (Continued)
1999-2012 Whitney Houston Productions- Sound Designer, Synth Programmer, Keyboardist,
Arranger and Guitarist
Sound Engineering for the concerts and pre-production, which involved recording and mixing. Appointed Bible study leader by Ms. Houston. Performed and designed sound in all shows & concerts through multiple world tours. Also, ministered weekly to nearly 24 people with two conversions in the 2012 tour.
2008 George Duke & Chante Moore, Chicago, IL
Sound Designer, Programmer and Keyboardist
2008 Whitney Houston: London & Morocco Tours
Sound Engineer (Pre-production recording and Mixing), Sound Designer, Programmer and Keyboardist
2007 Giorgia (Italian Pop Star) Rome, Italy Tour
Sound Designer, Programmer and Keyboardist
2006 Stevie Wonder: House Full of Toys Concert, Los Angeles, CA
(Artists: Stevie Wonder, Earth/Wind & Fire, Jamie Foxx, The Laws Family, Mary Mary-gospel group, Fantasia of American Idol, and Mario) - Sound Engineer, Sound Designer, Programmer and Keyboardist
2006 Whitney Houston, 2006 Winter Olympics, Turin/Torino, Italy, Persian Gulf & Russia Tours
Sound Engineer (Pre-production recording and Mixing), Sound Designer, Programmer and Keyboardist
2005-2013 3-Tree Productions, (original music for Radio Commercials)
Sound Engineer (Pre-production recording and Mixing), Sound Designer, Programmer, original composition and Keyboardist
2002 Patti LaBelle, Music Director: Music Director in charge the musicians and Sound Team, Sound
Designer, Programmer and Keyboardist
2001 Patti Austin (NAACP Awards)
Sound Designer, Programmer and Keyboardist
1999-2000 Whitney Houston World Tour (U.S./European tours)
Sound Engineer (Pre-production recording and Mixing), Sound Designer, Programmer and Keyboardist
1997-2000 Namie Amuro (Japanese Pop Star – Asia Tour)
Sound Engineer (Pre-production recording and Mixing), Sound Designer, Programmer and Keyboardist
WORK EXPERIENCE (Continued)
2000 98 degrees-Sound Engineer
(Pre-Production Recording and Mixing), Sound Designer, Programmer and Keyboardist)
2000 Rhythm & Blues Foundation – Bonnie Raitt/Stevie Wonder
Sound Designer, Programmer and Keyboardist
2000 Grammy Awards – Whitney Houston
Sound Engineer(Pre-production recording and Mixing), Sound Designer, Programmer and Keyboardist
2000 Whitney Houston Charity Event – Luther Vandross/Faith Evans/BeBe Winans
Sound Designer, Programmer and Keyboardist
1997-1999 Gladys Knight USA Concerts & Tour
Sound Designer, Programmer and Keyboardist
1999 VH1 Special: Divas Live 1999 (Artist: Brandy/Faith Hill)
Sound Designer, Programmer and Keyboardist
1999 Motown Live TV Show (Artist: B.B. King/Patti Austin/Tevin Campbell/Peabo Bryson/Kenny
Lattimore/KoKo of SWV)/Celine Dion/Chaka Chan/Karen Clark/Kelly Price)
Sound Engineer & Designer (pre-production recording and mixing), Programmer and Keyboardist
1999 American Music Awards (Artist: Brandy)
Sound Designer, Programmer and Keyboardist
1998 The Rosie O’Donnell Show (Artist: Brandy)
Sound Designer, Programmer and Keyboardist
1998 The Tonight Show with Jay Leno (Artist: Brandy)
Sound Designer, Programmer and Keyboardist
1998 Harmony Records/Sony Music (Artist: Mary Souza/"Manso & Suave")
Producer and Sound Engineer
1998 Harmony Records/Sony Music (Artist: Sheila E.)
Producer, Sound Designer, Programmer and Keyboardist
1997-1998 Motown Records (Artist: Temptations/"This is My Promise")
Sound Designer, Programmer and Keyboardist
WORK EXPERIENCE (Continued)
1997 The Rosie O’Donnell Show (Artist: Gladys Knight)
Sound Designer, Programmer and Keyboardist
1996-1999 JVC Records (Artist: Kevin Toney)
Sound Designer, Programmer and Keyboardist
1996-1999 Pointer Sisters
Sound Designer, Programmer and Keyboardist
1997 Soul Train Women of Soul Awards Show (Artist: Chaka Khan)
Sound Designer, Programmer and Keyboardist
1996 Qwest Records (Artist: Andrae Crouch/"Pray")
Producer, Engineer, Sound Designer, Programmer and Keyboardist
1994-1996 Motown Records (Artist: Impromp2 & Brian McKinght)
Sound Designer, Programmer and Keyboardist
1994 SWV (Sisters with Voices)
Sound Designer, Programmer and Keyboardist
1998 Motown Live TV Show (Song: "Holy Night"/Artist: Monica)
Sound Designer, Programmer and Keyboardist
1997 Qwest Records (Song: "He Does All Things Well"/Artist: Andrae Crouch")
Producer, Sound Engineer, Songwriter, Sound Designer, Programmer and Keyboardist
1995 Theater (Original Score: "Back to Black Women")
Producer, Sound Engineer, Songwriter, Programmer, Sound Designer, Programmer and Keyboardist
WORK EXPERIENCE (Continued)
1993- 1996 Shapiro Productions (Original Music for TV & Radio Commercials)
Producer, Sound Engineer, Songwriter, Sound Designer, Programmer and Keyboardist
1986-1989 Rede Globo De Televisao (Brazilian Soap Opera)
Producer, Sound Engineer, Songwriter and Programmer
1986-1990 Sound Engineer and Producer
Secular and Christian Independent Artists in Brazil
VISION
My desire is to develop leaders by training them to have strong knowledge of their craft and become effective in their community.
As a professional composer who uses technology daily, I would love to continue to produce, sound engineer, and direct concerts with original songs, compositions maximizing music technology that can prepare future artists in America and around the world with excellence.
AWARDS
2020 Achievement Award/ Outstanding Performance
Civil Air Patrol, an auxiliary of the US Air Force
2013 Grammy Music Educator Nominee https://www.berklee.edu/news/berklee-faculty-among-grammy-music-educator-award-quarterfinalists
1998 Grammy Nominee with Andrae Crouch Album “Pray”
1998 Grammy Nominee with the Temptations Album “ Phoenix Rising”
PROFESSIONAL MEMBERSHIPS
2014- Present . Civil Air Patrol, an auxiliary of the USA Air Force
2nd Lieutenant, Character Development/Aerospace Educ. Officer
1999-Present Member of the Grammy Academy
2013-Present Member of the advisory board of the James Brown family Foundation
REFERENCES
Dr. Marcio Alves
Dr. Doris Hooks
Mark Grilliot
Ron Savage
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