Dennis L. Figgs, Jr.
Elizabeth City
Summary
Dynamic musician and co-manager at Connected LLC, adept in music composition and live performance. Proven ability to enhance student engagement through innovative teaching methods as a music teacher. Strong leadership and problem-solving skills foster collaboration and optimize project outcomes, ensuring memorable performances and successful events.
Overview
36
36
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Musician, Co-manager
Connected LLC
Elizabeth City
01.1996 - Current
- Composed and performed original music for diverse audiences across local venues in North Carolina and Virginia.
- Managed venue bookings for gigs, ensuring timely payment for services rendered.
- Collaborated with audio engineers during mixing sessions to achieve optimal sound quality.
- Developed tailored set lists for live performances and special events.
- Guided younger musicians on technique, etiquette, and stage presence to enhance performance skills.
- Coordinated rehearsals and performances with band members, sound engineers, and venue staff.
- Composed original music and arranged existing songs to meet specific project requirements.
Music Teacher
Elizabeth City-Pasquotank Public Schools
Elizabeth City
09.1996 - 04.2023
- Created innovative interdisciplinary projects with teachers, integrating art, theatre, and dance.
- Purchased instruments and equipment within budget to support lessons and performances.
- Conducted regular assessments of student progress to tailor instructional strategies.
- Composed original works for classroom use and special events like talent shows.
- Attended workshops on current trends in music education to enhance teaching methods.
- Provided guidance for auditions and competitions in musical performance or composition.
- Led rehearsals for major performances, focusing on warm-ups and sectionals.
- Engaged students with creative activities to reinforce concepts of rhythm and harmony.
Parcel Delivery Driver
Airborne Express
Virginia Beach
06.1996 - 09.1996
- Utilized knowledge of local roads in order to optimize efficient routing of parcels.
- Resolved problems that arose during the course of a delivery such as incorrect addresses.
- Followed established routes and time schedules for package delivery.
- Organized packages prior to loading into the delivery truck based on route sequence.
- Drove delivery truck or van to transport orders.
- Assisted in sorting and organizing packages for delivery at the warehouse.
Cashier, Stocker
Food Lion
Elizabeth City
06.1989 - 06.1996
- Operated cash register accurately, processing payments via cash, check, credit card, and automatic debit.
- Provided excellent customer service by answering product-related inquiries.
- Greeted customers and assisted with grocery bagging for enhanced shopping experience.
- Maintained cleanliness of work area by sweeping floors and disposing of trash properly.
- Organized backroom storage areas to maximize space utilization.
- Restocked shelves post-purchase for optimal display presentation.
- Rotated product displays to enhance visual appeal.
- Assisted customers in locating specific items upon request.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Commercial Music
Liberty University
Lynchburg, VA05-2024
Master of Music - Music Education
Boston University
Boston, MA05-2009
Bachelor of Music - Music Education
East Carolina University
Greenville, NC12-1995
Associate of Arts - Fine Arts
College of The Albemarle
Elizabeth City, NC05-1992
High School Diploma -
Northeastern High School
Elizabeth City, NC06-1990
Skills
- Music composition
- Live performance
- Sound engineering
- Stage management
- Set list development
- Instructional design
- Student assessment
- Project coordination
- Creative collaboration
- Team leadership
- Effective communication
- Problem solving
- Teaching experience
- Improvising songs
- Extensive performance background
Affiliations
- Minister of Music and Deacon at St. Galilee Church of Christ Disciple of Christ (D. O. C.)
- Home studio enthusiast and producer
- Xbox gamer
- Enjoys travel
Accomplishments
- Graduated Suma Cum Laude at Liberty University
- Retired from Elizabeth City Pasquotank Public Schools, twenty-seven plus years
- Ordained as deacon at St. Galilee Church of Christ, D. O. C. in 2022
Certification
- Certified music educator, license current through 2030
- business co-owner, Connected, LLC
Timeline
Music Teacher
Elizabeth City-Pasquotank Public Schools
09.1996 - 04.2023
Parcel Delivery Driver
Airborne Express
06.1996 - 09.1996
Musician, Co-manager
Connected LLC
01.1996 - Current
Cashier, Stocker
Food Lion
06.1989 - 06.1996
Bachelor of Science - Commercial Music
Liberty University
Master of Music - Music Education
Boston University
Bachelor of Music - Music Education
East Carolina University
Associate of Arts - Fine Arts
College of The Albemarle
High School Diploma -
Northeastern High School
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