David Gartner
Decatur
Summary
Dynamic music director with a proven track record at Mt. Zion United Methodist Church, enhancing community engagement through innovative music programs. Skilled in collaborative planning and conflict resolution, I excel in fast-paced environments, ensuring high-quality performances and fostering a spirit of participation among congregation members.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Music Director
Mt Zion United Methodist Church
05.2023 - Current
- Directed choir and contemporary music rehearsals, enhancing vocal techniques and ensemble performance.
- Sign off on expenses relating to the music team.
- Collaborated with pastoral staff to curate music selections for services and special events.
- Developed and implemented music programs that engaged congregation participation and fostered community spirit; my job is to lead and serve the congregation, and find ways to take their input to provide the ideal worship experience.
- Work with members of the congregation to improve the technical capabilities of the praise team, including working with and organizing teams for rewiring the sound system, installing acoustic treatments, and making other improvements to our sanctuary.
Kitchen Expediter
The Gin Mill - Decatur
08.2024 - Current
- Coordinate food orders between the kitchen and the front of house to ensure timely service.
- Monitor plate presentation and quality standards to maintain customer satisfaction.
- Maintain positive customer service when delivering food to tables.
- Quick reading and comprehension, communicating orders efficiently to the cooks.
- Ability to perform well under pressure. All food orders go through me, no matter how busy the restaurant may be.
Contract Musician
Mt. Zion United Methodist Church
09.2020 - 05.2023
- As a musician at Mt. Zion UMC, I collaborated with the music director and other members of the team to provide contemporary praise music, led hymns, served as the section leader for the bass and tenor sections of the choir, and provided special music for events like funerals.
Sales Associate
Office Depot
05.2018 - 08.2018
- Assisted customers with product selection.
- Processed transactions efficiently using point-of-sale systems.
Education
Bachelors in Music - Vocal Performance
Millikin University
Decatur, IL12-2026
Associate of Arts -
Rock Valley College
Rockford, IL05-2020
Skills
- Communication skills
- Customer service
- Program development (specifically music)
- Collaborative planning
- Conflict resolution/risk management (fraternity leadership)
- Strong multitasking
- Fast-paced environment
Timeline
Kitchen Expediter
The Gin Mill - Decatur
08.2024 - Current
Music Director
Mt Zion United Methodist Church
05.2023 - Current
Contract Musician
Mt. Zion United Methodist Church
09.2020 - 05.2023
Sales Associate
Office Depot
05.2018 - 08.2018
Bachelors in Music - Vocal Performance
Millikin University
Associate of Arts -
Rock Valley College