Chiedza Muchena
Saint Charles
Summary
Dynamic professional with a strong background in music education and event coordination, exemplified during my tenure at Arundel School. Proven expertise in music theory and creative communication, successfully mentoring diverse students and orchestrating engaging performances. Committed to fostering inclusive environments and enhancing community connections through innovative programming and exceptional customer service.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Residential Counselor
Lindenwood University Residential Life
10.2022 - 01.2024
- Conducted weekly meetings with students to review goals, address issues, and provide support.
- Enhanced residents' quality of life by implementing individualized care plans and providing emotional support.
- Assisted residents in achieving personal goals by facilitating access to community resources and services.
- Coordinated activities and events to create a safe, positive, and inclusive environment.
- Educated Residents on managing mental health, time management and coping mechanisms.
- Communicated behavior choices to residents by outlining positive and negative consequences of choices.
- Solved grievances and complaints by collaborating with residents.
- Planned an annual event called Afro-Friday that has occurred in the past two years, for Diversity Equity and Inclusion.
Restaurant Server
Tucanos Brazillian Grill
12.2022 - 07.2023
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Utilized POS (Toast) system to place orders and manage bills.
- Processed orders and sent them to kitchen employees for preparation.
- Established rapport with regular customers, fostering loyalty through exceptional service.
- Answered customers' questions, recommended items, and recorded order information.
- Printed dining checks with total due, collected payment, and offered receipts to complete transactions.
- Followed health and safety protocols crucial for maintaining safe and sanitary environments for customers and staff.
Music Teacher's Assistant
Arundel School
02.2021 - 07.2021
- Managed correspondence, addressing inquiries and concerns from parents and authorities.
- Orchestrated events and curated entertainment experiences.
- Instructed students in music theory, choral music, and instrumental techniques.
- Demonstrated specific skills and activities for students to improve understanding and take excess workload off teachers.
- Prepared comprehensive reports detailing lesson plans, rehearsal progress, and student performance evaluations.
- Graded and provided feedback on assignments.
- Planned and executed targeted lesson plans to instruct on music theory, music history, and performance etiquette.
- Mentored students of different ages and backgrounds in music theory, composition, and performance.
- Mediated conflicts and resolved issues within the music department.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Music Business And Entrepreneurship
Lindenwood University
Saint Charles, MO05.2025
Skills
- Music theory expertise
- Ensemble performance
- Creative communication
- Event coordination
- Audience engagement
- Networking skills
- Creativity and innovation
- Professional analysis
- Marketing
- Content creation
- Customer service
- Time management
Hobbies and Interests
- Music
- Dance
- Content Creation
- Ambassadorship
- Marketing
- Leadership
Languages
English
Native/ Bilingual
Shona
Native/ Bilingual
Affiliations
- Nominated to Join the National Society of Leadership and Success (NSLS): Recognized for outstanding leadership potential and commitment to making a positive impact.
- Founder of Afro-Friday: Created and led a recurring campus event celebrating African music, culture, and fashion, fostering community and cultural pride.
- Storytelling Through Music: Uses composition, performance, and lyricism to explore identity, tradition, and social justice from an African lens.
- Content Creation and Influence: Active on Instagram and Facebook, sharing performance highlights, cultural education, and behind-the-scenes content to inspire others.
Accomplishments
- Featured on Fox 2 News (USA): Recognized for artistic excellence and cultural storytelling through music.
- Featured on Zimbabwean National TV: Acknowledged in her home country for rising influence as a musician and cultural ambassador.
- Debut Album: Released an album rooted in Zimbabwean identity and African diasporic expression, featuring original compositions.
- Performance Honors:
Played at the 95th birthday celebration of former Zimbabwean President Robert Mugabe.
Recognized and celebrated by:
Oliver Mtukudzi
Hamilton star Daveed Diggs
Eric Darius
Louis Cato (bandleader for The Late Show with Stephen Colbert) - Trophies and Recognition:
Neels Bonzaair Award: Awarded to an all-round musician demonstrating exceptional skills across a variety of musical disciplines.
Mana Cup: Recognized for outstanding leadership in the arts and overall contribution to music and culture.
Top Musician Award: Acknowledged for exceptional musical talent, performance, and contributions to the music community.
Top Mime Award: Celebrated for excellence in both mime and musical performance.
Languages
2
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Restaurant Server
Tucanos Brazillian Grill
12.2022 - 07.2023
Residential Counselor
Lindenwood University Residential Life
10.2022 - 01.2024
Music Teacher's Assistant
Arundel School
02.2021 - 07.2021
Bachelor of Arts - Music Business And Entrepreneurship
Lindenwood University
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