- Enjoy experimenting with different ingredients and flavors in the kitchen
- Passionate about balancing physical health with mental and emotional wellness
- Hiking
- Live Music Performance, especially Jazz
Landen Blackburn
Freelance
Broomfield,CO
Summary
Versatile and service-driven professional with experience in education, program coordination, performance, customer support, and creative production. Skilled in mentoring students, managing logistics, and supporting collaborative teams across academic, retail, and artistic settings. Known for clear communication, cultural awareness, and creative problem-solving in fast-paced, people-centered environments.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
2
2
Languages
Work History
Music Composer and Arranger
Freelance
TUSCALOOSA, Alabama
05.2022 - Current
- Composed and arranged music for ensembles, soloists, and community events.
- Collaborated with musicians on commissioned works across jazz, Latin, and classical styles.
- Delivered high-quality scores and recordings under tight deadlines.
- Selected and arranged music for guest artist events
- Arranged and composed over 10 works over the course of study
Music Instructor
Twelve Tone Music School
Glenview, IL
05.2025 - 07.2025
- Taught private lessons for ages 6-17, including students with learning differences.
- Adapted the curriculum to individual learning needs and goals.
- Fostered musical growth in a structured, supportive environment.
Shipping Manager
Adesso LTD
Highland Park, IL
05.2025 - 07.2025
- Oversaw shipping logistics and inventory management for e-commerce orders.
- Ensured accurate stock intake and quality control.
- Handled special orders and client requests with efficiency.
- Organized storage areas to optimize materials movements and minimize labor hours.
- Pulled, verified, and packaged items for shipment.
Shuttle Ambassador
Ravinia Music Festival
Highland Park, IL
05.2025 - 07.2025
- Directed festival parking and transportation logistics.
- Assisted guests on and off shuttles, while ensuring safety and satisfaction.
- Promoted good customer relations and premier customer satisfaction by demonstrating friendly demeanor and can-do attitude.
- Assisted team with operational policies and procedures to drive services.
- Greeted customers and clients to create welcoming atmosphere.
Graduate Teaching Assistant
University of Alabama
TUSCALOOSA, AL
08.2023 - 05.2025
- Directed a 17-piece jazz ensemble and supported classroom instruction.
- Provided academic support and tutoring to music students.
- Assisted with curriculum development and departmental operations.
- Encouraged academic excellence, mentoring students on effective study strategies and time management.
- Improved learning outcomes with well-prepared and structured lesson plans.
Music Instructor
University of Alabama Community School of Music
TUSCALOOSA, AL
08.2024 - 05.2025
- Introduced new teaching methods, resulting in improved retention of musical concepts and techniques among students.
- Instructed students from beginner to advanced in playing drums, reading sheet music, and general music appreciation.
- Met with parents and guardians to discuss expectations for instruction, lesson scheduling and other practical matters.
- Promoted a positive learning environment by cultivating strong relationships with both students and colleagues alike.
Delivery Expert
Dominos
Tuscaloosa , Alabama
08.2024 - 05.2025
- Worked with vendors to schedule daily pickups and weekly deliveries.
- Coordinated consistent on-time deliveries of damage-free goods.
- Maintained accurate logs of deliveries and trips, proving details to manager at end of shifts.
- Managed cash transactions, ensuring proper handling and reporting of payments received from customers.
Substitute Teacher (All Subjects)
Baldwin County Board of Education
Baldwin County, AL
08.2022 - 06.2023
- Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
- Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
- Developed strong rapport with students through consistent encouragement and support, fostering a positive learning atmosphere conducive to academic growth.
- Boosted student engagement with interactive lessons, incorporating real-world examples and hands-on activities.
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
Resident Assistant
Jacksonville University
Jacksonville , FL
08.2018 - 08.2019
- Facilitated conflict resolution among roommates and neighbors by mediating discussions and proposing fair solutions.
- Coordinated maintenance requests with appropriate staff members to address facility issues in a timely manner.
- Improved communication between residents and management through consistent updates and informative newsletters.
Customer Service Representative
Earth Fare, Inc.
Ocala, Florida
04.2016 - 04.2017
- Resolved customer complaints with empathy, resulting in increased loyalty and repeat business.
- Managed high-stress situations effectively, maintaining professionalism under pressure while resolving disputes or conflicts.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by promptly addressing concerns and providing accurate information.
- Responded to customer requests for products, services, and company information.
Education
Masters of Music - Music Composition And Arranging
University of Alabama
Tuscaloosa, AL 05.2001 -
Bachelor of Science - Interdisciplinary Studies
The University of Southern Mississippi
Hattiesburg, MS 05.2001 -
High School Diploma -
La Porte High School
La Porte, Indiana 05.2001 -
Skills
Music Composition & Arranging (Jazz, Latin, Funk, World)
Customer service
Problem-solving
Background in education
Retail services
Classroom instruction
Interests
Timeline
Music Instructor
Twelve Tone Music School
05.2025 - 07.2025
Shipping Manager
Adesso LTD
05.2025 - 07.2025
Shuttle Ambassador
Ravinia Music Festival
05.2025 - 07.2025
Music Instructor
University of Alabama Community School of Music
08.2024 - 05.2025
Delivery Expert
Dominos
08.2024 - 05.2025
Graduate Teaching Assistant
University of Alabama
08.2023 - 05.2025
Substitute Teacher (All Subjects)
Baldwin County Board of Education
08.2022 - 06.2023
Music Composer and Arranger
Freelance
05.2022 - Current
Resident Assistant
Jacksonville University
08.2018 - 08.2019
Customer Service Representative
Earth Fare, Inc.
04.2016 - 04.2017
Masters of Music - Music Composition And Arranging
University of Alabama
05.2001 -
Bachelor of Science - Interdisciplinary Studies
The University of Southern Mississippi
05.2001 -
High School Diploma -
La Porte High School
05.2001 -
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