A VISIONARY APPROACH

As the first recipient of a Music Minor from North Carolina State University, in addition to performing engagements, my studies in classical guitar with world-renowned classical guitarists Ed Stephenson and Rob Nathanson (founding and active members of the North Carolina Guitar Quartet) afforded me a formal foundation in music composition, technique, and interpretation. Furthermore, I received a Certificate of Completion in Jazz Performance from Berklee School of Music in Boston, MA and was part of a select group of students chosen to perform at the program’s closing ceremonies. Coursework in jazz composition and improvisation provided the opportunity to experience performance roles in fusion bands, jazz ensembles, and an R&B group while the immediate vibrant urban environment offered artistically inspiring experiences outside of the academic agenda. Upon completion of my undergraduate studies in 1993, my senior recital echoed these experiences, opening with solo guitar pieces for classical guitar and closing with a traditional “bop” era jazz set with an accompanying ensemble. I am an excellent composer for diverse genres, recently receiving a Master of Arts Degree in Media Arts with a concentration in Music Composition and Production for Film, Multi-media, and the Performing Arts from Long Island University/Brooklyn Campus (January 2008), in addition to completing further coursework relative to film scoring and music composition at New York University. For the spring 2008 scholastic semester, I have been an Adjunct Lecturer with the Music Department at Queensborough College/CUNY, teaching a music sequencing course and supporting lab. I have continued to enhance my musicianship through private instruction and workshop attendance.

A participating member of The American Society of Composers, Authors, and Publishers since 1999, my songwriting and production work has been included on two internationally distributed releases (DAMAGE RECORDS) and in January 2008, I licensed original music for the upcoming documentary, Vaccine Nation, by Gary Null & Associates. My independent artistic efforts as well as performance and studio work for other artists continue to demonstrate growth, reinvention, and joy of experimentation. Presently, my instrumental composition and production work reflect a minimalist practice presenting a solo instrument with the embellishment of accompanying instrumentation and sound effects, building atmospheric soundscapes. Intimate singer/songwriter performances project lyrical tribulations of personal experience through acoustic guitar and voice while rock performance and recording projects featuring outlandish electronic instrumentation reveal a dark and distinct articulation of popular song craft. More recently, I have performed avant-garde works for electric guitar combining structured pieces with improvisational interludes in unison with visual artists and gallery curators for art openings and artist events. To enhance my perspective and understanding of creative expression, I have begun to examine movement through the healing arts while developing novice acrylic painting techniques. My enduring relationship with music continues to serve as my most profound experience of the creative process, and to inspire me to further expression.

 

RESUME

Raymond J. Warden
193 Clinton St., Apt. 5 - Brooklyn, NY 11201
(919) 271-0792 (cell)
www.elemental-sound.com
raymondjwarden@hotmail.com

O B J E C T I V E
To obtain a creative and challenging position with an innovative music making and production team that serves the advertising, film, television, corporate, and/or music recording industries.

S U M M A R Y - O F - Q U A L I F I C A T I O N S
Accomplished music artist with acquired expertise in both Media Arts and the Performing Arts.
Excellent organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills with experience in audio & video production, education, client relations, marketing, sales, office & database management, customer service, faculty development & workshop implementation, and internship experience in the entertainment industry relative to management & mass media operations.
Surpassed client expectations implementing service agreements and monitoring company and program goals with public and private organizations.
Proficient in both Macintosh and PC operating systems and with software programs including Adobe Macromedia Studio 8, Adobe Illustrator, Adobe Photoshop, Final Cut Pro Express, and with the music programs Digital Performer (DP5), Logic Pro 7/Studio 8, Pro Tools 7.3, Finale 2008, Native Instruments applications, Line 6 applications, and Reason 4 as well as with MS Word, MS Works, PowerPoint, Excel, Access, Act!, and Outlook.

E D U C A T I O N
Long Island University/Brooklyn Campus - Brooklyn, NY Received January 2008
Master of Arts Degree, Media Arts
Concentration: Music Creation for Film and Multi-media
(GPA: 3.8)

New York University - New York, NY 2006
Additional Coursework: Scoring for Film & Multi-media/Orchestration

North Carolina State University - Raleigh, NC 1993
Bachelor of Arts Degree, Sociology/Music Minor

Berklee School of Music - Boston, MA 1992
Certificate of Program Completion (summer session)

A R T I S T I C - A C H I E V E M E N T S
Collaborator and Studio Musician for Works by Independent Music Artists 1993-present
Ongoing Performer, Composer, and Producer of Original Music 1986-present
Licensed Original Music for Documentary Film, Vaccine-Nation 2008
White Wave Dance Festival Participant (music composition/performance) 2006
International Distribution of Music/Production Work with Damage Records, Inc. 1995

P R O F E S S I O N A L - D E V E L O P M E N T - &- A S S O C I A T I O N S
American Society of Composers, Authors & Publishers (ASCAP) 1999-present
NYU/ASCAP Film Scoring Workshop in memory of Buddy Baker 2006
Triangle Vegetarian Society/Kadampa Center/Tibetan Buddhist Community Center 2004
First Degree in the USUI Reiki System of Natural Healing (NCSHA) 2003

I N T E R N S H I P S
Record Label Promotions, Deep South Records, Inc. 03/99-10/99
Review and Evaluation of New Artist Submissions
Database and Mailing List Management

Field Representative/Music Marketing, Hi-Frequency Marketing Co. 01/98-06/99
Regional Marketing and Promotions for Major Label Music and Films
Communication and Public Relation Activities with Local Vendors

E M P L O Y M E N T - H I S T O R Y
Adjunct Lecturer, Music Dept./Queensborough College/CUNY 01/08-present
Lecture Preparation and Administration for a Music Sequencing Course
Instruction and Administration of Associated Course Lab
Ongoing Individual Student Assistance

Educational Technologist, Bronx Community College/CUNY 01/07-01/08
Video Creation, Editing, and Publishing for Program Projects and Events
PowerPoint Presentation Development and Promotional Media Content Creation
Workshop Development and Faculty Training with Media Arts Applications

Intake Specialist, MHN/Health Net New York 11/04-01/07
Benefit Plan Administration and Management for Major Behavioral Healthcare Company
Direct Vendor and Customer Relations
Liaison and Communication Activities for Internal and External Program Needs

Customer Service Representative-III, Value Options, Inc. 12/02-10/04
Presentation of Account Specific Benefit Programs for Major Behavioral Healthcare Company
Direct Vendor and Customer Relations
Liaison Activities for Internal Programs and Departmental Needs

Community Based Services-Professional, Evergreen Health Services, Inc. 02/02-12/02
Counseling Services to Children and their Families
Person Centered Program Planning and Implementation
Facilitation of Community-Based Projects and Events

Finance/Insurance Agent Assistant, Unique Planning, Inc. 12/00-02/02
Financial Planning Assistance - Service and Processing of Life/Health Insurance Accounts
Office Managerial Activities & Database Maintenance - Public Relations Activities

Senior Research Associate, Lewis & Clark Research 10/99-12/00
Sales and New Business Development with Major Publishing Vendors
Data Compilation, Questionnaire Review, and Research Study Management
Office Managerial Activities and Database Maintenance

Marketing & Sales Representative, Triangle Audio Visual 05/98-10/99
Marketing and Sales Strategy Implementation for Regional Clientele
Presentation, Demonstration, and Liaison Activities for New Business Development

Guardianship Specialist/Volunteer Coordinator, Arc/NC 04/95-05/98
Case Management, Advocacy, and Person Centered Program Plan Development
Managed Diverse Population of 25-30 Clients for East Central Region of North Carolina
Liaison Activities with Public and Private Facilities and Programs
Recruitment and Training of Volunteers for Regional Client-based Program