Motivated professional pursuing an internship or part-time position to leverage leadership, business, and technical expertise. Known for promoting teamwork, cultivating strong connections, and excelling in dynamic, fast-paced settings.
Overview
2026
2026
years of professional experience
Work History
Owner / Lead Audio Engineer
Next Wave Audio, LLC
02.2025 - Current
Provide live sound engineering and event production for concerts, corporate events, and church services.
Manage all aspects of business operations, including client relations, budgeting, scheduling, and technical setup.
Operate and maintain professional audio equipment, ensuring high-quality sound for audiences of 50-500+.
Coordinate with artists, event planners, and venue staff to deliver seamless production experiences.
Freelancer (Guitarist)
Full-time Musician
01.2020 - Current
Perform as a guitarist for live events, weddings, corporate functions, and church services.
Collaborate with bands, vocalists, and event organizers to deliver high-quality musical performances.
Adapt to various genres including R&B, jazz, gospel, and pop to suit client and audience needs.
Manage performance schedules, rehearsal planning, and equipment setup/teardown.
Wings Leader
Thomasboro Academy (WINGS)
2018 - 2019
Mentored small groups of at-risk elementary students, teaching social-emotional skills, decision-making, and teamwork.
Led academic lessons, hands-on projects, and community service activities to build engagement and personal growth.
Applied evidence-based behavior management techniques to create a structured and supportive learning environment.
Male Camp Counselor
Camp Walter Johnson
2016 - 2017
Worked with children of varying age, interest, skill, and developmental levels.
Ensured camper safety by enforcing camp rules, supervising group activities, and responding promptly to incidents or concerns.
Developed strong relationships with co-counselors that resulted in seamless teamwork during challenging situations or emergencies.
Participated in regular staff meetings to discuss strategies for improvement in areas such as programming, behavior management, and staff training.
Warehouse Associate (Order Builder)
Coca-Cola Bottling Consolidated
2016 - 2017
Managed and monitored computer systems and Local Area Networks.
Configured computer systems for efficiency, replaced hard drives, and added RAM to improve performance.
Diagnosed hardware/software issues and assisted students in computer education.
Crew Member
AMC Carolina Pavilion 22
2014 - 2015
Clean and maintain auditoriums, restrooms, and lobbies while controlling access to the theatre and auditoriums.
Prepare and serve concession items, clean concession area, and assist with other theatre functions.
Sell movie tickets and AMC Gift Cards and inform guests about featured films, policies, and programs.
Camp Audio Specialist
Camp Walter Johnson
2014 - 2015
Prepare, plan, and operate audio/visual equipment for meetings, events, classes, and seminars at the Salvation Army camps.
Ensure camp activities are recorded for Salvation Army publications. Capture video/pictures for publications.
Set up, adjust, and operate audio/visual equipment for various camp programs, including worship services and concerts.
Education
Bachelor of Science (B.S) - Computer Information Systems
Livingstone College
Salisbury, NC
High School Diploma -
Harding University
Charlotte, NC
06-2015
Skills
Customer relations
Small business operations
Relationship building
Verbal and written communication
Operations management
Client service
Consulting
Technical Troubleshooting
Team Collaboration
Live music performance
Audio recording and production
Equipment configuration and servicing
Timeline
Owner / Lead Audio Engineer
Next Wave Audio, LLC
02.2025 - Current
Freelancer (Guitarist)
Full-time Musician
01.2020 - Current
Wings Leader
Thomasboro Academy (WINGS)
2018 - 2019
Male Camp Counselor
Camp Walter Johnson
2016 - 2017
Warehouse Associate (Order Builder)
Coca-Cola Bottling Consolidated
2016 - 2017
Crew Member
AMC Carolina Pavilion 22
2014 - 2015
Camp Audio Specialist
Camp Walter Johnson
2014 - 2015
Bachelor of Science (B.S) - Computer Information Systems