Christian Douglas
San Francisco
Summary
Pianist and educator with proven skills in communication and active listening. Committed to fostering strong relationships with students and families, driving retention, and aiding in the organization of impactful events to showcase talent.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Associate Piano Faculty
PlumRose Piano Studio
San Francisco, CA
09.2023 - Current
- Maintains a studio comprised of 9-11 pianists, catering to students of all ages from early childhood to adults
- Collaborates with faculty and studio owner to develop studio policies, group coursework, and teaching strategy
- Organizes special events like recitals and competitions to showcase student talent within the community
- Increases student retention rates by developing strong relationships with students and their families
- Established and led the summer workshops in collaborative piano performance from 2024 onward
Sales Associate
The Juilliard School Store
New York, NY
03.2023 - 06.2023
- Built relationships with visiting high-profile musicians by researching their upcoming performances and offering tailored recommendations
- Conducted regular stock audits to maintain accurate inventory records and minimize discrepancies while managing over 20 customer calls per day
- Implemented visual merchandising techniques to enhance product visibility and appeal
- Collaborated with team members to improve overall store performance, sharing best practices, and offering support as needed
- Position concluded after accepting a graduate school offer out of state
Game Music Composer
Alfred P. Sloan Foundation
New York, NY
05.2021 - 03.2022
- Received a grant to create music and sound effects for a video game as part of an independent game development team
- Participated in monthly meetings with the sponsoring foundation to present progress and compositional materials
- Successfully launched the video game featuring original tracks and sound effects on a major platform at the conclusion of the contract
Education
Professional Studies Certificate - Piano Performance
San Francisco Conservatory of Music
San Francisco, CA05-2026
Master of Music - Piano Performance
San Francisco Conservatory of Music
San Francisco, CA05-2025
Bachelor of Music - Music Performance
New York University
New York, NY12-2022
Skills
- Piano demonstration skills
- Time management
- Communication
- Growth mindset
- Scheduling
- Active listening
- Self-motivation
- Microsoft Office
Timeline
Associate Piano Faculty
PlumRose Piano Studio
09.2023 - Current
Sales Associate
The Juilliard School Store
03.2023 - 06.2023
Game Music Composer
Alfred P. Sloan Foundation
05.2021 - 03.2022
Professional Studies Certificate - Piano Performance
San Francisco Conservatory of Music
Master of Music - Piano Performance
San Francisco Conservatory of Music
Bachelor of Music - Music Performance
New York University