Trevor McSpadden
St Paul
Summary
Clear, confident communicator, specializing in public speaking and building interpersonal relationships.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Musician
Self-employeed
01.2002 - Current
- Developing and managing my own independent, original musical act
- Establishing and maintaining relationships with talent buyers, publishing companies, and press
- Creating communication strategies to represent my music to fans and business partners
- Coordinating musicians, travel arrangements, and payments for national tours and local residencies
Public Speaking Instructor
Pacific College of Oriental Medicine
01.2008 - 01.2010
- Designed exercises and administered exams for a first-year public speaking course and facilitated extended discussions of course readings
- Conducted thorough assessments of each student''s strengths and weaknesses, allowing for targeted instruction and skill development
- Fostered physically and emotionally safe and supportive learning environment characterized by efficient and effective routines, clear expectations and organization that maximized student learning.
Associate Producer
Suzi Bittles Photography Production
01.2006 - 01.2009
- Moved projects from concept to completion by synthesizing ideas and information from advertising agencies, photographers, and producers into detailed action items and resource requirements
- Managed multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring timely completion and meeting budget constraints.
- Supported producers in decision-making processes, contributing valuable insights from a diverse range of perspectives.
Contract Tracking
Monterey International Talent Agency
01.2005 - 01.2006
- Served as principal liaison between talent buyers and talent agents to ensure deposit payments and signed contracts for artist performances were received on time
- Reviewed all incoming contracts, making necessary amendments and corrections
- Completed required documentation accurately and promptly, ensuring proper record-keeping for internal tracking purposes.
Education
Master of Fine Arts - Communication Studies
Texas State University
San Marcos, TX05.2004
Graduate Certificate - Corporate Communication Training
Texas State University
San Marcos, TX05.2004
Alternative Dispute Resolution Certificate - Mediation
Texas State University
San Marcos, TX05.2003
Bachelor of Arts - Communication
Southwestern University
Georgetown, TX05.2002
Skills
- Team leadership skills
- Written and verbal communication
- Problem-solving skills
- Public relations
- Strategic planning
- Social media strategy
- Creative direction
- Media relations
- Speech writing
- Engaging stakeholders
- Message development
- Brand messaging
- Critical thinking
- Organizational skills
- Multitasking
- Active listening
Timeline
Public Speaking Instructor
Pacific College of Oriental Medicine
01.2008 - 01.2010
Associate Producer
Suzi Bittles Photography Production
01.2006 - 01.2009
Contract Tracking
Monterey International Talent Agency
01.2005 - 01.2006
Musician
Self-employeed
01.2002 - Current
Graduate Certificate - Corporate Communication Training
Texas State University
Alternative Dispute Resolution Certificate - Mediation
Texas State University
Bachelor of Arts - Communication
Southwestern University
Master of Fine Arts - Communication Studies
Texas State University
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