Dantoni Mortimore
Summary
Accomplished Program Coordinator offering experience implementing new and innovative programs aimed at meeting the needs of the consumer. Highly skilled at building lasting relationships with customers and business executives.
Offering strong foundation in communication and organization, ready to learn and develop in collaborative environment. Delivers proactive approach to program coordination and event planning. Ready to use and develop facilitation and planning skills in program coordination or music production/ performance teaching role.
Diligent showcase coordinator with proven track record of facilitating successful programs and initiatives. Adept at coordinating resources and engaging participants to achieve meaningful outcomes. Demonstrated expertise in fostering collaboration and driving continuous improvement.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Program Facilitator
Nia Centre
07.2024 - Current
- Enhanced youth engagement by incorporating interactive song writing workshops in program sessions.
- Coordinated curriculum for participants to develop their songwriting skills and production ability
- Support all participants with resources and studio time for creation
- Curate a culminating activity that all participants can display their growth within.
- Assessing and selecting all participants for each round of the program through 1 on 1 interviews.
Music Events Coordinator
Independent Contractor, Chmstry
07.2020 - Current
- Selected Venues and partners for events
- Conducted comprehensive market research to inform strategic planning.
- Played key role in rebranding efforts, coordinating between design teams and marketing to ensure impactful launch.
- Source funding for initiatives and artists fees
- Coordinated logistics for large-scale events, significantly reducing setup times and eliminating scheduling conflicts.
- Acquired performers and musicians to perform
- marketed the events and organizing promotion of selected performers and musicians
- curated introductions and rehearsals for musicians and performers to practice before the show
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by responding promptly to inquiries and addressing concerns professionally.
Producer/Audio Engineer
Independent Contractor, Chmstry
03.2018 - 08.2023
- Set up and tested equipment prior to events, broadcasts, and recordings.
- Mixed and mastered vocal arrangements and music compositions,, and optimized songs, and albums.
- Recorded speech and music in digital formats.
- Maximized studio productivity through effective scheduling, setup, and teardown procedures for recording sessions.
- Produced albums and singles for artists through both in person sessions and virtual sessions.
- Session playing as a multi instrumentalist. playing trumpet, drums, bass, piano, and guitar.
- Presented production ideas and determined creative scenarios for production and delivery.
- Fostered a positive working environment by promoting open communication channels among team members during projects.
- Established strong relationships with clients, resulting in repeat business and increased referrals.
- Managed budgets and allocated resources effectively, ensuring projects were completed on time and within budget constraints.
Music Program Director
Music Links Us, Sketch
09.2019 - 03.2022
- Cultivated a supportive learning environment by addressing individual student needs and fostering positive relationships among ensemble members.
- Instructed music production and song writing workshops, with both in class and practical examination.
- Teaching the introduction to music theory, songwriting, and composition.
- hosted collaborative song writing sessions and networking events.
- Expanded extracurricular offerings with the introduction of new ensembles catering to production and live performance.
- Collaborated with fellow educators to develop cross-curricular connections for an enriched learning experience.
- Coordinated professional development opportunities for students to stay current on best music production and performance practices
- Recruited and supervised experienced staff members to provide additional instructional support during sectionals or individual coaching sessions.
- Enhanced student musicality by incorporating diverse genres and style through the blend of artists and their unique sounds.
- Managed budget allocations for extra curricular sessions, performances, and rehearsals to ensure financial stability.
Music Teacher
Cardinal Carter Academy For The Arts, TCDSB.
01.2017 - 01.2018
- Introducing music students to digital music production
- Creating curriculum for two semesters
- Providing equipment for students
- Familiarized students with basic concepts of music such as notes, tempo, symphony, beats, compositions, and chords.
- Assessing the progress of students by distributing homework that's engaging and creatively stimulating.
- Mentored students in they DAW's of their choice, ensuring their confidence and comfort with their production process.
Education
Associate of Arts - Music Production / Performance
The Remix Project
Toronto, ON12-2022
High School Diploma -
Cardinal Carter Academy For The Arts
Toronto, ON06-2015
Skills
- Music Production
- Vocal Recording
- Audio Engineering
- Multi Instrumentalist trumpet, drums, piano, bass, guitar
- Event Curation & Management
- Showcase and event coordination
- Collaboration
- Community outreach
- Task delegation
- Facilitation techniques
- Curriculum development
- Workshop facilitation
- Workshop coordination
Accomplishments
- Conceptualized and developed Chmstry program.
- Grew number of participant's to 65 in 3 years.
- Produced 24 shows in 3 years
- Collaborated with City of Toronto with the production of our last Chmstry Music Showcase at TD Music Hall.
- Collaborated with team of 7 in the development of our Chmstry Writing camp at Nia Centre.
- Studio owner from 2018-2023
Community Service
- ReMix Project, Toronto, Ontario, 2022, Producing recording/mixing engineering, and branding.
- Indica Omega, Co-Producer, Toronto, Ontario, 2021, Producer of Indica Omega album and artist installation
- Music Linksus, Toronto, Ontario, 2020, Trumpet, piano session playing, production
- Ontario The Spot, Toronto, Ontario, 2020, Audio engineering, session playing and production
PERFORMANCE EXPERIENCE
- Pride Fest- June2022 (with Frnke)
- Mixto Fest- July2022 (with Bangerz Brass)
- Supermarket- September2022 (with Anane and Fuzz)
- Tapestry- Nov2022
- Two Two's- Nov2022
- The Garrison- Nov2022
- Altered Daily- Nov2022
- Massey Hall- Nov2022 (with Bangerz Brass)
- History- Dec2022
- Drake Underground- Dec2022
Languages
English
Full Professional
Timeline
Program Facilitator
Nia Centre
07.2024 - Current
Music Events Coordinator
Independent Contractor, Chmstry
07.2020 - Current
Music Program Director
Music Links Us, Sketch
09.2019 - 03.2022
Producer/Audio Engineer
Independent Contractor, Chmstry
03.2018 - 08.2023
Music Teacher
Cardinal Carter Academy For The Arts, TCDSB.
01.2017 - 01.2018
Associate of Arts - Music Production / Performance
The Remix Project
High School Diploma -
Cardinal Carter Academy For The Arts